Title: Calypso Inn Backpackers Resort Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248635404168639&destination=Cairns%2C+Cairns%2C+Queensland%2C+Australia&selected=68295327&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Calypso Inn Backpackers Resort Tropical paradise awaits with an outdoor pool and restaurant on-site, all in a laid-back setting that puts travelers within easy reach of Cairns attractions - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Calypso Inn Backpackers Resort in central Cairns offers a perfect retreat. Enjoy the outdoor pool after exploring, and dine at the on-site restaurant. 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[Visit our Cairns travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns.dx553248635404168639) [View more Hostels in Cairns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hostels.d553248635404168639-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-16.91225%2C145.76591&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=GOWGDxyUXLmsWsrfXHX6wDeE8zQ=) 5-9 Digger Street, Cairns, QLD, 4870 ### What's nearby - ![Cairns Esplanade](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127785/4d6928c8-cfa7-41e9-ba62-fe6f27b138d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Cairns Esplanade 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![Cairns Central Shopping Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635404168639/326c5b35-009e-425f-a91d-03f0ccba2866.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Cairns Central Shopping Centre 19 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Cairns Base Hospital 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Cairns Private Hospital 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles ### Getting around - Cairns Station 5 min drive - Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) 6 min drive ### Restaurants - Smith Street Cafe 13 min walk - Muddy's Cafe 12 min walk - Atrium 15 min walk - Dunwoodys 12 min walk - Paper Crane 15 min walk ## About this property ### Calypso Inn Backpackers Resort Hostel near Cairns Esplanade Calypso Inn Backpackers Resort provides a restaurant and more. 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In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Calypso Inn Backpackers Cairns Calypso Inn Backpackers Resort Cairns Calypso Inn Backpackers Resort Hostel/Backpacker accommodation ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Calypso Inn Backpackers Resort have a pool? ### Where is Calypso Inn Backpackers Resort located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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