Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

Property class: 2

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Close to Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Cairns Esplanade, 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 Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen
The current price is S$63
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

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

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

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 Single Bed

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About the area

Located in Parramatta Park, a neighbourhood 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 in the mood for shopping can visit Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Barlow Park or Cazalys Stadium. 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 beach with a lifeguard tower, palm trees, and a swimming pool.
    Cairns Esplanade
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • The Night Markets sign with neon lights, a food court sign, and a banner for Phô Street Caisns.
    Cairns Night Markets
    18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • A swimming pool with wind sculptures, a covered pavilion, palm trees, and a sunset sky.
    Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
    18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Cairns Performing Arts Centre
    10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Cairns Station
    7 min walk
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    8 min drive

Restaurants

  • KFC
    9 min walk
  • Milk and Honey Flow Cafe
    6 min walk
  • T2 Tea
    9 min walk
  • Cafe China on Mulgrave Road
    2 min walk
  • Calaveras Street
    5 min walk

About this property

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

  • Hostel near Cairns Esplanade
  • Located close to Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Reef Fleet Terminal, 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
    • Bike parking, tour/ticket information and multilingual staff
    • A vending machine
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Cairns City Backpackers Hostel have perks, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and printers.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Communal kitchens with fridges, microwaves and rice cookers
    • Toasters, stovetops and cookware/dishes/utensils

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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 to 9:00 PM.

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

As of 27 Oct, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cairns City Backpackers Hostel on 28 Oct, 2026 start from S$63, including 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 at Cairns City Backpackers Hostel?

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?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Cairns City Backpackers Hostel located?

Located in Parramatta Park, this hostel is within 1 mile (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 selected 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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Reviews

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel Reviews

6.8

6.4

Cleanliness

7.4

Location

8.0

Staff & service

6.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 48 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Receptionist lady Nico was courteous and accommodating. Room is clean and adequate. Will definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes the room was clean, could have done with some maintenance, that staff where very nice and helpful
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Location excellent close to centre and public transport. Staff very helpful building and facilities are rather tired I enjoyed my stay and very good value for money.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was convenient enough to walk to the town and served it purpose of economics and convience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location , easy to get around
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

stay

was a great stay a fridge in the room would have made it much better but was good anyway
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful, happy staff. Ill be back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The internet worked well. The kitchen was somewhat equipped, some things were missing or broken and the fridge was completely full with old residents food so there was barely any room to put anything. The place was fine and mostly clean until people are gross and shave their beard over the sink and leave hair everywhere, don’t be that person. My recommendation if you plan to cook is to buy a sponge, containers, and an all purpose seasoning. The only seasonings in the kitchen were seasonings people left behind, salt, and vegetable oil
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Ok but nothing more

Room was ok, bed wasn't so good and the room was full of ants though. Beware of ants! They will find they way to the sweet things, even you haven't open the bag yet. It wasn't nice we you wanted to eat your gigner candy, but find out all of the ants. Kitchen was dirty all the time and people didn't wash their dishes. Suhar jar was full of ants about tree days... VERY NOISY at night because people are drinking and no one is not telling them to be quite. Reception wasn't open all the time, not good. Older man was cleaning outside and use the same brush on ground and tables aswell (where you eat!), gross...
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Razoável, o quarto em si era bom, mas esquentava muito durante o dia e o ar era daqueles antigos e não dava conta durante o dia. O hostel em si é muito bem localizado, mas tinha muita barata, ainda mais na cozinha. Os banheiros também não era dos mais limpos, mas tudo ok
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Do not book through lastminute as there was no accommodation and they still have not replied there is no number to call do not use this web site
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very good value for money and the ground staff were superb
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was good, except the Room smelled as if someone urinated in the sink.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked our room, it was spacious and we have own shower in the room. Kitchen was okay and all machines worked. Staff was super kind and helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Close to town, great location, great staff and nice atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cairns city backpackers was the most welcomed and comfortable I felt in any backpackers in cairns. One of the guys who works there, Tripp, was so welcoming, helpful and knowledgeable about the area and overall a great guy to chat to. With two shared kitchens and plenty of shared bathrooms and shower rooms dotted around, I never found myself waiting to grab a shower or use kitchen facilities. Met the loveliest travellers here too and have lots of fond memories playing board games and having a few beers with other travelling folk. Would come back in a heartbeat. Five minute walk into town, 15 minute walk to esplanade and lovely lagoon swimming area. Also check out down under pool bar for great beer, free pool and a good laugh.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to shops and city. Staff friendly and helpful. Rooms were clean. Shared toilet was always clean. I have stayed here twice the communal areas (tv room, kitchen, laundry, outside area) cleanliness all depends on the backpackers there at the time
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great. Atmosphere great. Property cleaned every morning great. Loved the rooms and access to amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ok but needs some entertainment like a tv ot some sort of games room eg pool table
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The pool is very small, but clean. We had a double room which had just a bed in it. The room was hot, dirty and we were glad moving out again. Staff is very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
便宜又物超所值，不過空調要另外付費
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
hostel was in desperate need of repair.I could not recommend this hostel to anyone
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

get what you pay for

we enjoyed
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hostel, close to town excellent price clean kitchen and showers lots of nice places to sit outside
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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

L'asl non si avvicinerebbe nemmeno

Se fosse tenuto bene sarebbe un alloggio bellissimo, peccato per le tarme sul bancone della reception. Insetti che ti invadono i mobili e girano sul letto, in altre camere presenza di scarafaggi di 6cm (dei piccoli mostri che ti girano intorno) i bagni e le docce sono sporchi e lo stesso vale per la cucina (si salvano solo gli utensili perché i ragazzi li lavano col DETERSIVO). Possibilità di lavare i panni per 4 dollari, ottima cosa. Internet gratis, piscina dove ti prendi tutte le malattie possibili e giardino. Ho usato mezzo flacone di ammoniaca pura per pulire la camera dagli insetti e il bagno dallo schifo..dopo ciò si può dormire. Prezzo ottimo per lo scarso servizio che offre. Siamo sopravvissuti :D