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Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

2.0 star property

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Outdoor pool
Deluxe Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Interior
Printers

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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274 Draper Street, Parramatta Park, QLD, 4870
  • Place, Cazaly's Stadium
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Central Shopping Centre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, Non Smoking (Double room with shower) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Double room with shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Standard Double) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Standard Double)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Single Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Cairns

Located in Parramatta Park within a short walk of Cairns Central Shopping Centre, Cairns City Backpackers Hostel is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Cairns Esplanade. This 22-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Cazaly's Stadium - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cairns Esplanade - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Reef Hotel Casino - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Esplanade Lagoon - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 7 min walk
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Grand Hotel - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪T2 Tea - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel features an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and microwave in a common area. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with tours or tickets, and offer advice about sights and eateries nearby. Other amenities at this adults-only hostel include a refrigerator in a common area, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Refrigerators, microwaves, and stovetops are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is not available.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice cooker
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fan
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • Printer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This is an adults-only property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • A damage deposit of AUD 100 will be collected before check-in.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Air conditioning is available for an additional fee
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

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 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, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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 credit card for incidental charges and 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The hostel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No alcohol is served at Cairns City Backpackers Hostel.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
Cairns City Backpackers
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel Parramatta Park
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Cairns City Backpackers Hostel?

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Cairns City Backpackers Hostel?

As of Jun 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cairns City Backpackers Hostel on Jun 21, 2026 start from $49, including 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 is there to do within easy reach of Cairns City Backpackers Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Parramatta Park within a short 16-minute walk of Cairns Esplanade and also 10 minutes on foot from Cairns Central Shopping Centre. You'll also find Reef Fleet Terminal and Esplanade Lagoon within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Cairns City Backpackers Hostel?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hostel. Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Does Cairns City Backpackers Hostel include a casino at the property?

No, Cairns City Backpackers Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Cairns City Backpackers Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 7:00 AM and 9:00 PM.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Cairns City Backpackers Hostel?

At this adults-only hostel, couples will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool and a terrace plus some rooms include a rainfall showerhead.

Are there hot tubs at Cairns City Backpackers Hostel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does Cairns City Backpackers Hostel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Cairns City Backpackers Hostel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Cairns City Backpackers Hostel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Cairns City Backpackers Hostel.

Are there connecting rooms at Cairns City Backpackers Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Cairns City Backpackers Hostel?

The closest major airport to Cairns City Backpackers Hostel is Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS), which is 4.6 mi away (8 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Cairns City Backpackers Hostel?

No, you won't find rooms with balconies at Cairns City Backpackers Hostel.

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 43 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location , easy to get around
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Veralex

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Receptionist lady Nico was courteous and accommodating. Room is clean and adequate. Will definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Marilyn

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes the room was clean, could have done with some maintenance, that staff where very nice and helpful
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ian

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Location excellent close to centre and public transport. Staff very helpful building and facilities are rather tired I enjoyed my stay and very good value for money.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Rylee

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The internet worked well. The kitchen was somewhat equipped, some things were missing or broken and the fridge was completely full with old residents food so there was barely any room to put anything. The place was fine and mostly clean until people are gross and shave their beard over the sink and leave hair everywhere, don’t be that person. My recommendation if you plan to cook is to buy a sponge, containers, and an all purpose seasoning. The only seasonings in the kitchen were seasonings people left behind, salt, and vegetable oil
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

stay

was a great stay a fridge in the room would have made it much better but was good anyway
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful, happy staff. Ill be back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lauri

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Ok but nothing more

Room was ok, bed wasn't so good and the room was full of ants though. Beware of ants! They will find they way to the sweet things, even you haven't open the bag yet. It wasn't nice we you wanted to eat your gigner candy, but find out all of the ants. Kitchen was dirty all the time and people didn't wash their dishes. Suhar jar was full of ants about tree days... VERY NOISY at night because people are drinking and no one is not telling them to be quite. Reception wasn't open all the time, not good. Older man was cleaning outside and use the same brush on ground and tables aswell (where you eat!), gross...
Verified

6/10 Okay

Juliana

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Razoável, o quarto em si era bom, mas esquentava muito durante o dia e o ar era daqueles antigos e não dava conta durante o dia. O hostel em si é muito bem localizado, mas tinha muita barata, ainda mais na cozinha. Os banheiros também não era dos mais limpos, mas tudo ok
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Do not book through lastminute as there was no accommodation and they still have not replied there is no number to call do not use this web site
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very good value for money and the ground staff were superb
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was good, except the Room smelled as if someone urinated in the sink.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked our room, it was spacious and we have own shower in the room. Kitchen was okay and all machines worked. Staff was super kind and helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Close to town, great location, great staff and nice atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johnathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cairns city backpackers was the most welcomed and comfortable I felt in any backpackers in cairns. One of the guys who works there, Tripp, was so welcoming, helpful and knowledgeable about the area and overall a great guy to chat to. With two shared kitchens and plenty of shared bathrooms and shower rooms dotted around, I never found myself waiting to grab a shower or use kitchen facilities. Met the loveliest travellers here too and have lots of fond memories playing board games and having a few beers with other travelling folk. Would come back in a heartbeat. Five minute walk into town, 15 minute walk to esplanade and lovely lagoon swimming area. Also check out down under pool bar for great beer, free pool and a good laugh.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to shops and city. Staff friendly and helpful. Rooms were clean. Shared toilet was always clean. I have stayed here twice the communal areas (tv room, kitchen, laundry, outside area) cleanliness all depends on the backpackers there at the time
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great. Atmosphere great. Property cleaned every morning great. Loved the rooms and access to amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

4/10 Poor

Rocky

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ok but needs some entertainment like a tv ot some sort of games room eg pool table
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Anni

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The pool is very small, but clean. We had a double room which had just a bed in it. The room was hot, dirty and we were glad moving out again. Staff is very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Shih Ya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
便宜又物超所值，不過空調要另外付費
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
hostel was in desperate need of repair.I could not recommend this hostel to anyone
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

shanda

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

get what you pay for

we enjoyed
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hostel, close to town excellent price clean kitchen and showers lots of nice places to sit outside
Verified

2/10 Terrible

francesca

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

L'asl non si avvicinerebbe nemmeno

Se fosse tenuto bene sarebbe un alloggio bellissimo, peccato per le tarme sul bancone della reception. Insetti che ti invadono i mobili e girano sul letto, in altre camere presenza di scarafaggi di 6cm (dei piccoli mostri che ti girano intorno) i bagni e le docce sono sporchi e lo stesso vale per la cucina (si salvano solo gli utensili perché i ragazzi li lavano col DETERSIVO). Possibilità di lavare i panni per 4 dollari, ottima cosa. Internet gratis, piscina dove ti prendi tutte le malattie possibili e giardino. Ho usato mezzo flacone di ammoniaca pura per pulire la camera dagli insetti e il bagno dallo schifo..dopo ciò si può dormire. Prezzo ottimo per lo scarso servizio che offre. Siamo sopravvissuti :D
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Staff and other guests were friendly. Unfortunately the blind did not fully cover the window and there was no curtain, so it was not possible to shut out the outside light. It was not possible either to shut out the noise of the air conditioning unit from the building next door. Overall though, value for money.