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149 The Esplanade, 4870 Cairns, Australia

#41 of 75 hotels in Cairns

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 141 hostel reviews

7.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.5

  • Comfort

    7.7

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    7.5

  • Staff

    8.3

  • Value for money

    8.4

  • Free WiFi

    7.5

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  • Reviewed: March 9, 2024

    8.0
    Very pleased, would stay here again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I didn't receive the check-in code to retrieve my room key. Check-in took some time to figure out.

    Location is close to the boardwalk and restaurants.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: December 29, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I was upgraded in one of the apartment and it was amazing. Clean and spotless with comfortable bed. I would highly recommend book these apartment as you feel like at home.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 8, 2023

    8.0
    Cairns sea front backpackers.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It's not a hotel so it's bound to be a bit rough around the edges but it suited my needs. Could be a bit cheaper.

    The location was great. Just one minute walk to the sea shore. The staff (Peta) were extremely helpful and friendly. She helped me book excursions and organised my stay for an extra night in the same room. Even booked a cab to take me to the airport early in the morning.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: November 14, 2022

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    After a somewhat unfortunate check-in, I received a unique and unbelievable compensation. I don't want to give any details, but I've never experienced anything like this. wow and thank you very much. I stayed in a double room with a private bathroom. It was more like a small apartment with a separate bedroom. Everything is spacious and very clean. A broken lightbulb was immediately replaced. The hostel is very centrally located, right on the Esplanade, and yet a little distance from the hustle and bustle and therefore nice and quiet, especially at night. A good breakfast is available right outside the door at Muddy's. I can absolutely recommend the accommodation.

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: August 25, 2022

    9.0
    First time I ever stayed at a backpackers - I was impressed
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Airport transfer wasn't available, single hook in bathroom was broken, maybe put a curtain on the door's window so as not to flash everyone accidentally LOL. These are minor compared to the good things.

    Location location location, easy after-hours check-in, very friendly staff, private room away from others, quiet at night, plenty of clothes hangers, pool area (didn't use as it was a bit cool and rainy) and most of all... Bagus Cafe!

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: August 6, 2022

    8.0
    Nice location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Staff rarely available at reception. Room quite noisy as on the road side and no insulation between rooms.

    Very good location on the esplanade, close to the city centre. Good facilities (swimming pool, kitchen, garden...). Very large room.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: July 29, 2022

    7.0
    friendly helpful staff. Bam Bang was particularly helpful and friendly
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    the pool

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: March 31, 2022

    7.0
    They were with low staff but they always keeped in touch buy telephone call or message, so I really appreciate it.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    could be more amenities such as, extra toilet paper, and steam iron.

    good choice if your looking for a place with excelente location and low price.

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: September 16, 2021

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No reception for guest enquires etc

    Stayed in July 2021

  • Reviewed: September 11, 2021

    7.0
    Basic hostel but good price
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The 2 kitchens were not equipped enough e were a bit dirty. The room was nice but the bed a bit uncomfortable. The whole hostel seemed not looked after. The shower had low water pressure and the walls were thin so we could hear people from the other room.

    The staff was super kind, helpful and gave us meal deals and an upgrade on the room. Very appreciated. The room was very big and there was everything inside (hairdryer, little soap). Wifi with good speed. Good value for money and location is great.

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: August 22, 2021

    8.0
    Great affordable accommodation option.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior Double/Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It would've been good if room had tv.

    Great affordable accommodation fairly close to esplanade and major attractions!

    Stayed in July 2021

  • Reviewed: August 15, 2021

    9.0
    Great stay good value
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Double or Twin Room with Terrace
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Position, clean, facilities, secure and safe.

    Stayed in July 2021

  • Reviewed: August 11, 2021

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    My room was too dark. I had to have the light on during the day. I would ask to see a few rooms before you decide which room you want to stay in.

    Super friendly place. Quite. I slept well. A lot of long term people staying there so has a bit of a very large, slightly crazy, share house feel to it. I'd stay here again.

    Stayed in July 2021

  • Reviewed: August 6, 2021

    7.0
    excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    no problems at all

    all good

    Stayed in August 2021

  • Reviewed: August 3, 2021

    9.0
    Easily the best backpackers in cairns,everything is great anout this place!!!I also left my glasses behind and they were
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything

    Stayed in July 2021

  • Reviewed: August 1, 2021

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The location was great. .right on esplanade and easy walk to town

    Stayed in July 2021

  • Reviewed: July 30, 2021

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Budget Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 11 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Fantastic location. Extremely good value for money.

    Stayed in July 2021

  • Reviewed: July 23, 2021

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The place is clean but the walls in the rooms let it down. Just cleaning the walls snot would make a difference.

    Location and friendly

    Stayed in July 2021

  • Reviewed: July 20, 2021

    8.0
    Very happy
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior Double/Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No proper aircon

    Cleanliness

    Stayed in July 2021

  • Reviewed: July 18, 2021

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Friendly staff, laid back. Lovely Indonesian food right there. Quiet. Close to everything. Pool very nice. Also, good sized And clean.

    Stayed in July 2021

  • Reviewed: July 17, 2021

    7.1
    Enjoyable stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    This hostel is good value for what you pay. It’s cheap but has everything you need and the location is quite central; everything is within walking/ cycling distance. The owner is very accommodating and friendly.

    Stayed in July 2021

  • Reviewed: July 15, 2021

    9.0
    Never seen the staff
    • Couple
    • Superior Double/Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Never seen the staff before I check out,and the toilet light is not working. I try to contact with them, no answer forever. The toilet is dirty after I check in, I can see still have pee on the toilet seat, and also not provide toilet paper and shampoo and body cleaner. The washing machine had to pay $4 per time just for quick wash, and the dryer is not good working, I have to pay $8 spent 2 hours for drying.

    Bigger room, the bed is clean and tidy and good location

    Stayed in July 2021

  • Reviewed: July 12, 2021

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double/Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 9 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No parking.Limited office hours.

    Location was great.Its quiet.Cafe/Restaurant at front of the property.Friendly place

    Stayed in July 2021

  • Reviewed: July 1, 2021

    7.0
    Backpackers Post Covid-19
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Superior Double/Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I never found any staff member to leave my key with.

    Price Old facilities but clean with plenty of space and hot water. Emails RE after hours check in were accurate and accessible.

    Stayed in June 2021

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