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Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

Property class: 2

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Close to Cairns Esplanade and Reef Fleet Terminal, Cairns City Backpackers Hostel provides a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
The current price is NT$1,584
NT$1,584 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 20 - Aug 21

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, Non Smoking (Double room with shower)

A bedroom with a bed, a white fan, a window with blinds, a sink, and a storage unit with shelves.

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Double room with shower)

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

View all photos for Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Standard Double)

A small, cozy room with a single bed, a chair, a table, and a potted plant.

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

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

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

A bedroom with a bed, a window with blinds, a shelf with folded towels, a potted plant, and a ladder.

Deluxe Double Room

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

View all photos for Single Room

A single bed with a red mattress and pillow, a wooden shelf unit, a brick wall, and a window with blinds.

Single Room

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

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About the neighborhood

Located in Parramatta Park, a neighborhood in Cairns, Cairns City Backpackers Hostel is near a train station. Cairns Marlin Marina and Reef Fleet Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cairns Esplanade. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Barlow Park or Cable Ski Cairns. Visit our Cairns travel guide
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274 Draper Street, Parramatta Park, QLD, 4870

What's nearby

  • A train carriage with red seats and windows.
    Cairns Central Shopping Centre
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A large public swimming pool with people swimming and playing, surrounded by buildings and mountains in the background.
    Cairns Esplanade
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • A crowded swimming pool with people enjoying the water, a lifeguard chair, and a lifeguard tower.
    Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
    18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • A marina with several sailboats docked at the pier.
    Cairns Marlin Marina
    4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Cairns Performing Arts Centre
    10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Grand Hotel
    11 min walk
  • KFC
    9 min walk
  • Milk and Honey Flow Cafe
    6 min walk
  • McDonald's
    4 min walk
  • Cafe China on Mulgrave Road
    2 min walk

About this property

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

  • Hostel near Cairns Esplanade
  • Located close to Reef Fleet Terminal and Cairns Marlin Marina, Cairns City Backpackers Hostel provides a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • An outdoor pool
    • Free self parking
    • Bicycle parking, tour/ticket assistance, and a vending machine
    • Multilingual staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Cairns City Backpackers Hostel offer thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and printers.
  • More amenities include:
    • Communal kitchens with refrigerators, microwaves, and rice cookers
    • Toasters, stovetops, and cookware/dishes/utensils

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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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property welcomes adults only
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

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

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Cairns City Backpackers Hostel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–9:00 PM.

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

As of 2026/8/19, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cairns City Backpackers Hostel on 2026/8/20 start from NT$1,584, 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.

Is Cairns City Backpackers Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Cairns City Backpackers Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Cairns City Backpackers Hostel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Cairns City Backpackers Hostel located?

Located in Parramatta Park, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Cairns Central Shopping Centre, Cairns Esplanade, and Cairns Marlin Marina. Cairns Performing Arts Centre and Barlow Park are also within 15 minutes. Cairns Station is 7 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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