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Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
Outdoor pool

Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (420)
"Loved it, was the last 2 nights of our 4 weeks trip that we started in Melbourne, would definitely stay here again if I visit cairns again "
The price is £89
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
YHA Cairns Central
Outdoor pool

YHA Cairns Central

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (194)
"Very friendly and comfortable!"
The price is £51
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
YHA Cairns Central
Little Drifter Cairns
Terrace/patio

Little Drifter Cairns

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (180)
"Absolutely lovely environment"
The price is £101
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Little Drifter Cairns
Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel
Exterior

Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (98)
"Clean and friendly accommodation across the road from the station "
The price is £105
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel
The Espy Hostel
Exterior

The Espy Hostel

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (83)
"It was a quiet and comfortable environment"
The Espy Hostel
MiHaven Shared Living - Pembroke St
Pool

MiHaven Shared Living - Pembroke St

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2)
"It was a shame that one washing machine was broken."
MiHaven Shared Living - Pembroke St
Caravella Backpackers
Exterior

Caravella Backpackers

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (142)
"Loved my stay at Caravellas. Really great location on the Esplanade. Very friendly. Staff were great. Highly recommend "
The price is £62
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Caravella Backpackers
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
Outdoor pool

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

2.0 star property
6.6 out of 10, (38)
"Good location , easy to get around "
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
MiHaven Shared Living - Gatton St
Exterior

MiHaven Shared Living - Gatton St

2.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"Günstig, leichter Check-in und Check-out, gute Kommunikation. Gute Ausstattung."
MiHaven Shared Living - Gatton St
MiHaven Shared Living – Martyn St - Hostel
Balcony

MiHaven Shared Living – Martyn St - Hostel

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3)
MiHaven Shared Living – Martyn St - Hostel
Nomads Esplanade
Outdoor pool

Nomads Esplanade

2.0 star property
5.0 out of 10, (17)
"When we got there we found out the hotel didnt exist anymore. After a bit of exploring we found where we were booked, and it was crummy to say the least"
Nomads Esplanade
Global Backpackers Cairns
Pool

Global Backpackers Cairns

2.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (29)
"Walking distance to most places. Super clean. Excellent room. Comfortable bed. Had a queen room with it’s own shower. Would recommend and would absolutely stay there again. "
Global Backpackers Cairns
Njoy Backpackers Hostel
Outdoor pool

Njoy Backpackers Hostel

1.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (85)
"The hostel is really nice. They have a free bus to the esplanade and free breakfast."
Njoy Backpackers Hostel
Travellers Oasis - Hostel
Outdoor pool

Travellers Oasis - Hostel

2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (51)
Travellers Oasis - Hostel
Dreamtime Travellers Rest Hostel
Outdoor pool

Dreamtime Travellers Rest Hostel

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (67)
"Staff very great, place with comfortable, youg people, all perfect even if we could hear other couple in bedrooms around us.."
Dreamtime Travellers Rest Hostel
Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel
Lobby

Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel

2.0 star property
5.4 out of 10, (42)
"Filthy. Bed had sand on it. Floors had weird stains. Air con locked out during peak heat times. Noisy. No lock on bathroom door leading directly from kitchen. "
Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel
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Top Cairns Hotel Reviews

Mantra Esplanade

Mantra Esplanade

10/10 Excellent
"Great stay! "
Mimi 3-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Mantra Esplanade