Mossman Exchange & Backpacker Resort

1.0 star property

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Outdoor pool
Terrace/patio
Living area
Garden
Living area

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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2 Front St, Mossman, QLD, 4873
  • Place, Mossman Golf Club
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Wet Tropics of Queensland
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Mossman Gorge Center
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Basic Shared Dormitory

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Basic Single Room, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Basic Double Room, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Triple Room, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Classic Apartment, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 861 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Mossman

Mossman Exchange & Backpacker Resort places you within a few miles (5 km) of Mossman Gorge Center and Kuku Yalanji Dreamtime. This 25-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and laundry facilities.

What's nearby

  • Mossman Golf Club - 5 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Wet Tropics of Queensland - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Mossman Gorge Center - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Kuku Yalanji Dreamtime - 7 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Newell Beach - 8 min drive - 4.9 miles

Getting around

  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tin Shed - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Jungle Fowl - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Mayi Café - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪N17 burger co - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Fresq - ‬18 min drive

About this property

Mossman Exchange & Backpacker Resort

Mossman Exchange & Backpacker Resort features an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and microwave in a common area. If you drive, put free offsite parking to good use. Additional amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, laundry facilities, and a communal living room.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi.
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
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Virtual front desk
  • Water dispenser

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; Check-in end time: 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from February 1 2026 to February 28 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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
  • Check-in: 10:00 AM—-3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free nearby 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 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. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near Mossman Exchange & Backpacker Resort?

This hostel is located in Mossman, close to Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina, St Mary's by the Sea Chapel, and Rex Smeal Park. You'll also find Daintree National Park and Mossman Gorge Center within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Mossman Exchange & Backpacker Resort?

No, there isn't parking at the hostel but you'll find free parking nearby.

Does Mossman Exchange & Backpacker Resort include a casino?

No, Mossman Exchange & Backpacker Resort doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Mossman Exchange & Backpacker Resort?

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

What do couples enjoy most about Mossman Exchange & Backpacker Resort?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool plus some rooms include kitchens and mountain views.

Does Mossman Exchange & Backpacker Resort have a hot tub?

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

Does Mossman Exchange & Backpacker Resort have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Mossman Exchange & Backpacker Resort doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Mossman Exchange & Backpacker Resort allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Mossman Exchange & Backpacker Resort.

Are there connecting rooms at Mossman Exchange & Backpacker Resort?

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

Are there rooms with balconies at Mossman Exchange & Backpacker Resort?

Yes, some rooms at Mossman Exchange & Backpacker Resort offer a balcony and may feature mountain views.

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