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YHA Cairns Central

2.0 star property
Hostel with an outdoor pool, steps from Cairns Central Shopping Centre

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Outdoor pool
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Shared kitchen
Garden
Twin Room with Ensuite | View from room

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8.4 out of 10
Very good

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20-26 McLeod Street, Cairns, QLD, 4870
  • Place, Cairns Central Shopping Centre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Reef Fleet Terminal
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

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Bed In 6 Share Male Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
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(1 review)
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  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed in 4 Share Mixed Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Queen Room with Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double Plus Two with Ensuite

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Bed In 10 Share Female Dormitory

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Bed In 10 Share Mixed Dormitory

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Bed In 6 Share Mixed Dormitory

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Bed In 4 Share Female Dormitory With Ensuite

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

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Twin Room With Ensuite

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Queen and 4 Singles with Ensuite

  • Sleeps 6

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Double Room with Shared Bathroom

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Bed in 10 Share Female Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed in 6 Share Female Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6 Share Male Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6 Share Mixed Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6 Share Female Dormitory with Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed in 6 Share Mixed Dormitory with Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed in 4 Share Female Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Twin Room with Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Queen Plus Four with Ensuite

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Bed In 6 Share Female Dormitory With Ensuite

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Bed In 6 Share Mixed Dormitory With Ensuite

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Double And Two Singles With Ensuite

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  • Sleeps 1

About the neighborhood

Cairns

Located in Cairns Central Business District, YHA Cairns Central is adjacent to Cairns Central Shopping Centre and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Cairns Esplanade. This 52-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and a business center.
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What's nearby

  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Cairns Esplanade - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Esplanade Lagoon - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 4 min walk
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪T2 Tea - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Gong Cha - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Muffin Break - ‬2 min walk

About this property

YHA Cairns Central

Hostel with an outdoor pool, steps from Cairns Central Shopping Centre
Guests of YHA Cairns Central enjoy an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. Self parking is offered for AUD 5 per day. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with tours/tickets and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a meeting room, express check-in, and express check-out.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Housekeeping is not available.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (AUD 5 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 12 for adults and AUD 12 for children

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 12 for adults and AUD 12 for children
  • Self parking fee: AUD 5 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Cairns Central YHA Hostel
Cairns Central YHA
Cairns Central Yha Backpackers Hotel Cairns
Cairns Central Yha Backpackers Hotel
YHA Cairns Central Cairns
Cairns Central YHA Hostel
YHA Cairns Central Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
YHA Cairns Central Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cairns

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at YHA Cairns Central?

YHA Cairns Central offers free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at YHA Cairns Central?

As of Oct 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at YHA Cairns Central on Oct 13, 2025 start from $59.88, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see near YHA Cairns Central?

This hostel is situated in Cairns Central Business District within a 10-minute walk of Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. You'll also find Reef Fleet Terminal and Cairns Night Markets less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at YHA Cairns Central?

Yes, parking is offered for AUD 5 per day.

Does YHA Cairns Central have a casino?

No, YHA Cairns Central doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at YHA Cairns Central?

No, this hostel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is YHA Cairns Central good for couples?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool and a garden plus some rooms include city views.

Are there hot tubs at YHA Cairns Central?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does YHA Cairns Central have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

YHA Cairns Central offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does YHA Cairns Central allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at YHA Cairns Central.

Does YHA Cairns Central have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

How close is the airport from YHA Cairns Central?

The closest major airport to YHA Cairns Central is Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS), which is 4.3 mi away (7 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at YHA Cairns Central?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at YHA Cairns Central.