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Caravella Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel with an outdoor pool, steps from Cairns Esplanade

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

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149 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, 4870
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Night Markets
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Esplanade Lagoon
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Apartment, Private Bathroom | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Apartment, Private Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Double Ensuite Room | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Ensuite Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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4 Bed Female Dorm, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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4 Bed Female Dorm, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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6 Bed Female Dorm, Shared Bathroom | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

6 Bed Female Dorm, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Budget Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Private Twin Room Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

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Located in Cairns Central Business District, Caravella Backpackers is next to Cairns Esplanade and Muddy's Playground. This hostel has 49 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Cairns Aquarium - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cairns Night Markets - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Esplanade Lagoon - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 2 min drive
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Muddy's Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Pizza - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Villa Romana - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Atrium - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cc’s Bar And Grill - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Caravella Backpackers

Hostel with an outdoor pool, steps from Cairns Esplanade
Guests of Caravella Backpackers enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a library. Free offsite parking is available if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a TV in a common area.
20-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Refrigerators, ceiling fans, and safes are also standard. Limited housekeeping is available.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.

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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

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 20-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
All guests must show a valid passport.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 9:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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 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.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit.

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.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Caravella Backpackers?

Caravella Backpackers provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see around Caravella Backpackers?

This hostel is situated in Cairns Central Business District, just steps from Cairns Esplanade and Muddy's Playground, and within a short walk of Cairns Performing Arts Centre. You'll also find Cairns Night Markets and Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Caravella Backpackers?

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

Does Caravella Backpackers have a casino?

No, Caravella Backpackers doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Caravella Backpackers?

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

Is Caravella Backpackers good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a terrace at this hostel.

Are there hot tubs at Caravella Backpackers?

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

Does Caravella Backpackers have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Caravella Backpackers doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Caravella Backpackers allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Caravella Backpackers.

Are there connecting rooms at Caravella Backpackers?

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

How far is the airport from Caravella Backpackers?

The closest major airport to Caravella Backpackers is Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS), which is 4 mi away (7 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Caravella Backpackers?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Caravella Backpackers.

Caravella Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 148 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 65 out of 148 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 148 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 148 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 148 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rani

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
So convenient, over the road from Muddies for play area and food, as well as walking. Cafe next door also excellent. Did not use shared kitchen but very well stocked with needs for future stays.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly easy clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay at Caravellas. Really great location on the Esplanade. Very friendly. Staff were great. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Location excellent Indonesia restaurant next door
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Lyn

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just not really what we wanted. A TV at least would have been nice
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Room options, from basic dorms to private rooms, a selection which are 4star.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hi, Room was spacious and air-conditioned rooms. Location is so close to town and waterfront. Could use TLC in the grounds, been a tough few years. Pool was good. I would go back ,is heavily booked.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasing and nice. Don’t expect glamour sheets and luxury soap. Clean room and great staff. That’s all you need.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful owner, walking distance to everything, the pool.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The people living there were all degenerates, bums, losers etc. If you are a winner don’t go there. Don’t do it to yourself.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
room is on ground floor, the windows cannot be locked, other thing is good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Basic but tidy Backpackers with a good pool and bathrooms. Super impressed with the staff who were really helpful and friendly. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Purichaya

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

Chilling in Cairns

It's very nice hotel located in front of the beach. You can wake up in the morning and go for running every day.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

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

Beautiful quiet clean well-equipped hostel.

Beautiful quiet clean hostel next to small park on the waters edge. Restaurant, pool, courtyard, 2 kitchen areas, sheltered picnic tables. Probably best hostel in Cairns.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

8/10 Good

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was as clean and comfortable and all you would expect given the price. Central and easy to walk along the esplanade into the centre - it’s at the quieter end. Staff very helpful and polite. Added bonus of a pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Don’t like the PowerPoint placements and luggage storage is inconvenient and not safe as everyone has access to it.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay at Caravella hotel was lovely. Hotel is on great location, staff is friendly and helpful,,, I highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Me, Sydney.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Location is good. Lack of PowerPoints is a problem. The elephant on the next floor the walked round all night was a piss off.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Helpful staff great location. Nice and quiet for a backpackers place. Could do with updating a little but overall great experience x
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

A quiet retreat

The staff here are fantastic! The saline pool was cooly refreshing as it was hot during our stay. The grounds are filled with greenery. We stayed in Room 33, one of the single rooms with a shared bathroom. The afternoon sun made the room warm. The A/C unit was either high fan (cooling) or low fan (no cooling) making it difficult to efficiently use. As a first time hostel stay, it was better than we expected. We intentionally selected a site not geared for high entertainment and are thankful for the quiet hours starting at 11pm. P.S. The park across the street has a delicious restaurant. We brought back their cut fruit to store in the inroom fridge for breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Edward

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

Great value with aircon

Good stay in the small double room. Great value for the area with much needed air con. Shared facilities basic but clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018