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YHA Cairns Central is located just 5 minutes' walk from The Esplanade and Trinity Wharf. It features an outdoor swimming pool, 2 spas, and a free WiFi hotspot. Accommodation options include private rooms with an en suite bathroom or dormitory rooms with a shared bathroom. All rooms are air-conditioned. Facilities include a communal kitchen and dining area and a guest laundry. Relax in the TV room or a reading room, or play a game of billiards. The tour desk can arrange Great Barrier Reef cruises, snorkeling and diving trips. YHA Cairns Central is set opposite Cairns Station and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. It is 5 minutes’ walk from the bars, shops and cafés along Cairns Esplanade.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Youth Hostels Association
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Cairns, this property has an excellent location score of 9.1

Breakfast info

Continental, Buffet

Private parking available on-site


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 bunk bed
and
1 large double bed
1 double bed
and
4 bunk beds
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.1
Comfort
8.1
Value for money
8.1
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
8.4
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Avijit
    Australia Australia
    I was very glad to be shifted to a desired room as I expressed concerns over possible infections that my previous room may expose me to given that I was on a long international flight the next day, the friendly staff at the reception - a tall lady...
  • Jess
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location, just over the road from the greyhound stop and the kuranda scenic railway. Walking distance to the port and bars. Very clean and very well organised hostel. Great kitchen space and storage options for guests. Launderette, clothes...
  • Tommy
    Australia Australia
    Kitchen open 24/24, often cleaned, shower always available

Property surroundings

Facilities of YHA Cairns Central
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Private parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Laundry
Bathroom
  • Toilet
Bedroom
  • Linen
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Snorkelling
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Billiards
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs AUD 10 per day.
    Reception services
    • Lockers
    • Luggage storage
      Additional charge
    • Tour desk
    • Express check-in/check-out
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    Cleaning services
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Business facilities
    • Fax/photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Business centre
      Additional charge
    • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key card access
    • Key access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Vending machine (snacks)
    • Vending machine (drinks)
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Car hire
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!
    • Open all year
    Wellness
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    Languages spoken
    • German
    • English
    • Spanish
    • Japanese

    House rules
    YHA Cairns Central takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 14:00 to 22:00
    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 07:00 to 10:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Cot upon request
    Free

    The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cots are subject to availability.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Groups
    When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
    Cards accepted at this property
    VisaMastercardEftpos Cash is not accepted

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    The supervision of guests under 18 years of age remains the responsibility of their parent or legal guardian whilst at a YHA property. Guests under 18 years of age are not permitted to stay in Co-living shared dormitory rooms, they can only be accommodated in private rooms. For further information on the YHA child safety policy please contact the property directly.

    For bookings of 10 or more guests, different prices, policies and procedures may apply. For further information please contact the property directly.

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform YHA Cairns Central in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

    FAQs about YHA Cairns Central

    • Guests staying at YHA Cairns Central can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.6).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Buffet

    • YHA Cairns Central offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Billiards
      • Snorkelling
      • Swimming Pool

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • The prices at YHA Cairns Central may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at YHA Cairns Central on this page.

    • YHA Cairns Central is 600 yards from the centre of Cairns. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at YHA Cairns Central is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.