Title: Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort Hostel with a nightclub, 8-minute walk to Cairns Esplanade ## Photo gallery for Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort ![Outdoor pool - Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort (Cairns)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1110000/1102900/1102895/b444d60d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access - Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort (Cairns)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1110000/1102900/1102895/6024efb8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort (Cairns)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1110000/1102900/1102895/4455d0d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area - Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort (Cairns)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1110000/1102900/1102895/be50590f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shared kitchen - Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort (Cairns)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1110000/1102900/1102895/23252aaa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located near Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Marlin Marina, Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort buzzes with activity. Enjoy the nightclub, poolside concerts, or relax on the sunny terrace. The hostel's book collection offers quieter moments in this action-packed spot. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - 24/7 front desk - Bar - Parking available - Housekeeping - Air conditioning - Kitchen £106 includes taxes & fees 8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026 ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec 10 - Dec 11](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-10&endDate=2025-12-11&selected=1102895&PinnedHotelID=1102895&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-10&endDate=2025-12-11&selected=1102895&PinnedHotelID=1102895&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 11 - Dec 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-11&endDate=2025-12-12&selected=1102895&PinnedHotelID=1102895&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-11&endDate=2025-12-12&selected=1102895&PinnedHotelID=1102895&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 12 - 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Sleeps 1 ### View all photos for Bed In 8 Beds Mixed Dormitory (Clubside) ![Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1110000/1102900/1102895/bed31e66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed In 8 Beds Mixed Dormitory (Clubside) - Sleeps 1 ### View all photos for Bed In 6 Beds Mixed Dormitory ![Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1110000/1102900/1102895/8bdee998.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed In 6 Beds Mixed Dormitory - Sleeps 1 ### View all photos for Bed In 4 Beds Mixed Dormitory ![Shower, hair dryer](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1110000/1102900/1102895/2058baa8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed In 4 Beds Mixed Dormitory - Sleeps 1 ### View all photos for Bed In 4 Beds Female Dormitory (Clubside) ![Shower, hair dryer](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1110000/1102900/1102895/2058baa8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed In 4 Beds Female Dormitory (Clubside) - Sleeps 1 ### View all photos for Bed In 6 Beds Female Dormitory ![Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1110000/1102900/1102895/8bdee998.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed In 6 Beds Female Dormitory - Sleeps 1 ### View all photos for Bed In 8 Beds Female Dormitory ![Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1110000/1102900/1102895/bed31e66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed In 8 Beds Female Dormitory - Sleeps 1 ### View all photos for King Room ![Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1110000/1102900/1102895/e08c5606.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### King Room - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for Twin Room ![Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1110000/1102900/1102895/56b8bdda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for Deluxe Room ![Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1110000/1102900/1102895/b4a878e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for 6 Bed Mixed Dorm With En-Suite ![Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1110000/1102900/1102895/05d039ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 6 Bed Mixed Dorm With En-Suite 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Balcony Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Digital channels Daily housekeeping - 215 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 1 - 3 Large Single Bunk Beds ### View all photos for 6 Bed Female Dorm With En-Suite ![Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1110000/1102900/1102895/f2fa2789.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 6 Bed Female Dorm With En-Suite 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Balcony Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Digital channels Daily housekeeping - 215 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 1 - 3 Large Single Bunk Beds ### View all photos for 4 Bed Mixed Dorm With En-Suite ![Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1110000/1102900/1102895/360c9667.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 4 Bed Mixed Dorm With En-Suite 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Balcony Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Digital channels Daily housekeeping - 215 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 1 - 4 Large Single Beds ### View all photos for Hotel King Room ![Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1110000/1102900/1102895/31401f0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Hotel King Room 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Fridge Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Shared/communal kitchen Digital channels In-room safe - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for 10 Bed Mixed Dorm With En-Suite ![10 Bed Mixed Dorm With En-Suite | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1110000/1102900/1102895/aec58981.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 10 Bed Mixed Dorm With En-Suite ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Digital channels Daily housekeeping - 377 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 5 Large Single Bunk Beds ### View all photos for 4 Bed Female Dorm With En-Suite ![Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1110000/1102900/1102895/360c9667.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 4 Bed Female Dorm With En-Suite 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Balcony Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Digital channels Daily housekeeping - 215 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 1 - 4 Large Single Beds ### View all photos for Hotel Twin Room ![Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1110000/1102900/1102895/6024efb8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Hotel Twin Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Fridge Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Shared/communal kitchen Digital channels In-room safe - 215 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Hotel Deluxe Room ![Hotel Deluxe Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1110000/1102900/1102895/e935733b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Hotel Deluxe Room 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Balcony Air conditioning Fridge Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Shared/communal kitchen Digital channels - 215 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for 8 bed Mixed Dorm With En-Suite ![Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1110000/1102900/1102895/96e08ab2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 8 bed Mixed Dorm With En-Suite ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Digital channels Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 1 - 4 Large Single Bunk Beds ### View all photos for 8 Bed En-suite Female ![Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1110000/1102900/1102895/96e08ab2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 8 Bed En-suite Female ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Digital channels Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 1 - 4 Large Single Bunk Beds ### View all photos for 4 Bed En-suite Deluxe Mixed ![4 Bed En-suite Deluxe Mixed | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1110000/1102900/1102895/70e53f5f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 4 Bed En-suite Deluxe Mixed 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Digital channels Daily housekeeping - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCairns-Hotels-Gilligans-Backpackers-Hotel-Resort.h1102895.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCairns-Hotels-Gilligans-Backpackers-Hotel-Resort.h1102895.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![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-16.92423%2C145.77512&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=W5zc7z69pPtxC-7s15qr83vRyJE=) 57-89 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, 04870 #### What's nearby - Cairns Central Shopping Centre \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Cairns Night Markets \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Reef Hotel Casino \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Cairns Esplanade \- 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Reef Fleet Terminal \- 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles #### Getting around - Cairns Station - 8 min walk - Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 12 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Caffiend - ‬5 min walk - ‪Blackbird Espresso - ‬5 min walk - ‪Fetta's Greek Taverna - ‬1 min walk - ‪La Creperie - ‬2 min walk - ‪Annee's Caphê - ‬5 min walk ## About this property ### Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort Hostel near Cairns Esplanade Consider a stay at Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort and take advantage of a nightclub, a poolside bar and concerts and live shows. Adventurous travellers may like the basketball and volleyball at this hostel. In addition to a terrace and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - An outdoor pool - Self-parking (surcharge), a lift and multilingual staff - Evening entertainment, a front desk safe and a vending machine - A billiards/pool table, luggage storage and books Room features All 120 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with showers - 45-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels - Communal kitchens and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76660000/76657100/76657088/24e006b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Espy Hostel Cairns Central Business District - Pool - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Laundry 7.6 Good 84 reviews £72 includes taxes & fees 8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-08&endDate=2026-01-09&selected=76657088&PinnedHotelID=76657088&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629300/9629229/d9ad68a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### YHA Cairns Central Cairns Central Business District - Pool - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Breakfast available 8.4 Very good 209 reviews £44 includes taxes & fees 7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-07&endDate=2026-01-08&selected=9629229&PinnedHotelID=9629229&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10040000/10037200/10037125/dea8ad42.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - 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13 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-13&selected=523374&PinnedHotelID=523374&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Covered parking on site (AUD 12 per day) ### Food and drink - 2 bars/lounges - A poolside bar - A restaurant ### Things to do - Basketball - Billiards/pool table - Books - Concerts/live shows - Evening entertainment - Nightclub - Outdoor pool - TV in common areas - Volleyball ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - ATM - Laundry facilities - Lockers - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk - Vending machine ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Computer station ### 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. - Grab bar near toilet - Lift - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) ### More - 4 floors - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer (on request) - Private bathroom - Shower ### Entertainment - 45-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels ### Food and drink - Shared kitchen access ### More - Air conditioning ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 18 are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Covered self-parking fee: AUD 12 per day - Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property ### Property is also known as Gilligan's Backpackers Gilligan's Backpackers Cairns Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort Cairns Gilligans Backpackers Hotel And Resort Gilligans Backpackers Hotel Cairns Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel Resort Cairns Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel Resort Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort Cairns ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort? ### Is Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort? ### What time is check-in at Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort? ### What time is check-out at Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort? ### Where is Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Location ### 7.8 Staff & service ### 7.6 Eco-friendliness ### 7.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 145 8 - Good 188 6 - Okay 58 4 - Poor 26 2 - Terrible 19 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### sarah 27 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great cheap place to stay ##### sarah Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zacheria Manson 16 Sept 2025 Liked: Amenities It was a great stay. I have stayed there twice now and will be back ##### Zacheria Manson Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Saiful 16 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It is my wonderful experience to stay in this hostel. Very lively filled with tourists from all over the world! One of the best one I have stayed so far. ##### Saiful Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Sue 20 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Basic hotel/hostel clean and comfortable, staff friendly and knowledgeable. ##### Sue Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donna 19 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 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 ##### Donna Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rene 10 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities . ##### Rene Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Kaidan 30 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice place to stay ##### Kaidan Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim 6 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Awesome room mates, friendly helpful staff and absolutely amazing rates, music and bar staff. Met sooooo many lovely locals that were only too willing to help with anything I needed to know. 🍹🍻🏝 ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7163fa10-6e70-49d5-8a2c-b035ce0c1253-1751827430166.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3e36c760-57fa-4d3e-bb11-30832808aaa9-1751827431837.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0c296cfb-1e2a-4ad5-9c82-de0d4f505896-1751827438065.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/45d1b1ac-b078-4ef4-a756-ae66ca9c3b5f-1751827437051.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Kim Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### saori 2 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities I enjoyed my stay. ##### saori Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Lorna 4 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities My first time staying in a “hostel”, and ##### Lorna Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason 21 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Great place. Exceeded our expectations. With a hostile I wasn't expecting such a large and very clean room. And the place has everything. Excellent thank you. ##### Jason Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Jayme 20 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Be warned that it’s very loud on weekend nights as the club is attached to the hostel ##### Jayme Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yuki 7 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I had a great time at the bar and the information on activities was excellent. ##### Yuki Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Andrew 6 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Surprisingly very large private rooms (bigger and better than many 4 star hotels in Cairns) Bathrooms cleaner and better kept than many hotels in Cairns- grounds staff are champions. Elevator could do with some attention otherwise excellent. Its not quiet after 9pm BUT thats the point of staying at a backpackers always something going on. Very great place. ##### Andrew Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### craig 14 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great place to stay, safe and all kinds of activities inside the property - two girls travelling alone. ##### craig Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Christopher 23 Jul 2025 Dirty lots of construction ##### Christopher Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 6 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Perfect stay for a few nights to be able to visit cairns. Pool was lush, right next to the bar which does turn into a club. Can be very loud even in the "quiet rooms". ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Kaique 27 Jul 2025 Liked: Room comfort #### Check-in very late The hostel is ok but the bedroom wasn't too clean and also the time of the check-in is unbelievably late (2p.m), I arrived at 9a.m there and I couldn't do the checkin (even at 12p.m), so I stayed there doing nothing until 2p.m. ##### Kaique Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### mikael 7 Aug 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Party hostel/ hotel Poor cleaning of the rooms. Should be 24 check out, the have just put a security man in the reception, that didn't know anything about it. Just write your email and room number. I hope i will get my 40 dollars back. This is bad service. ##### mikael Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Ben 22 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### cairns week Great hotel in central Sydney and close to everything ##### Ben Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Jacob 14 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A lot of shopping and dining places are really close to Gilligan's which were helpful. Plus sufficient room for transport to park right outside the motel ##### Jacob Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Paul 19 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Great beer prices great bar ##### Paul Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Ahmadah 12 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great place to stay, especially during off peak season. Quiet room, great balcony view ##### Ahmadah Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Melisa 21 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It is a hostel to live the backpacker experience, there are parties during the week. ##### Melisa Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dolor 8 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Nice ##### Dolor Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Noosa Tropicana](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sunshine-Coast-Hotels-Noosa-Tropicana.h3769240.Hotel-Information) > > [Brisbane Skytower by CLLIX](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Hotels-Arise-Brisbane-Skytower.h19178209.Hotel-Information) > > [RACV Royal Pines Resort Gold Coast](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Hotels-RACV-Royal-Pines-Resort-Gold-Coast.h425456.Hotel-Information) > > [ibis Brisbane Airport Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Hotels-Ibis-Brisbane-Airport-Hotel.h19295854.Hotel-Information) > > [JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Hotels-JW-Marriott-Gold-Coast-Resort-Spa.h25943.Hotel-Information) > > [Burleigh on the Beach Holiday Apartments](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Burleigh-On-The-Beach-Holiday-Apartments.h9625452.Hotel-Information) > > [The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Hotels-The-Langham.h78099407.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels with Parking in Brighton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brighton-Hotels-Hotel-With-Free-Parking.0-0-d6046944-thotelwithfreeparking.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Melaleuca Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Melaleuca-Resort.h1142618.Hotel-Information) > > [Royal On The Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Hotels-Royal-On-The-Park.h582734.Hotel-Information) > > [Pullman Brisbane Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Hotels-Pullman-Brisbane-Airport.h19295763.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Brisbane Central by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Brisbane-Central.h14677166.Hotel-Information) > > [ Hotel Tropiq](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-Rainbow-Resort.h201315.Hotel-Information) > > [Regency on the Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Regency-On-The-Beach.h1784811.Hotel-Information) > > [Imperial Hotel Gold Coast](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Palazzo-Versace.h541927.Hotel-Information) > > [Peppers Soul Surfers Paradise](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Peppers-Soul-Surfers-Paradise.h4619963.Hotel-Information) > > [Rumba Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sunshine-Coast-Hotels-Rumba-Beach-Resort.h3688041.Hotel-Information) > > [W Brisbane](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Hotels-W-Brisbane.h21612140.Hotel-Information) > > [Stamford Plaza Brisbane](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Hotels-Stamford-Plaza-Brisbane.h460514.Hotel-Information) > > [Paradise Resort Gold Coast](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Paradise-Resort-Gold-Coast.h43437.Hotel-Information) > > [Marhaba Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sousse-Monastir-Hotels-Marhaba-Club.h37133577.Hotel-Information) > > [Cairns Colonial Club Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-Colonial-Club-Resort.h84257.Hotel-Information) > > [Nomads Noosa Backpackers Hostel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sunshine-Coast-Hotels-Nomads-Noosa-Backpackers-Hostel.h3856711.Hotel-Information) > > [Bay Village Tropical Retreat & Apartments](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Hotels-Bay-Village-Tropical-Retreat-Apartments.h980056.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Birmingham (BHX) to Jeddah (JED)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/bhx/jed/birmingham-to-jeddah) > > [Flights from Manchester (MAN) to Cairo (CAI)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/man/cai/manchester-to-cairo) ### Packages