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YHA Cairns Central is located just 15 minutes' walk from The Esplanade and Trinity Wharf. It features an outdoor swimming pool, 2 spas, and a free Wi-Fi hotspot. Accommodations options include private rooms with an private 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. Co-working space, 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 Center. It is 5 minutes’ walk from the bars, shops and cafés along Cairn's Esplanade.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Located in the top-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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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 bunk bed
and
1 queen bed
1 full bed
and
4 bunk beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.1
Value for money
8.2
Location
9.1
Free Wifi
8.5
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jr
    Malaysia Malaysia
    It's very convenient, next to train station and just a street away from that's market and cairns central. Nearby to all the restaurants. I have a very good stay over here. With very friendly reception staff. Thank you very much
  • Cindy
    Australia Australia
    They helped me greatly as I was late and too old to get on top bunk. Very grateful 🤩
  • Avocadan
    Australia Australia
    Easy check-in and check-out. Great location close to shops and restaurants . Comfortable bed
  • Kendrick
    United States of America United States of America
    The room was spacious enough and was within walking distance of a shopping center.
  • Lindsey
    United States of America United States of America
    The common spaces were nice with a pool, laundry, and outdoor sitting spots. Our private room with an en suite bath was comfy. We were out and about quite a bit so didn’t socialize much but the folks we talked to were kind. The staff were really...
  • Erwin
    Australia Australia
    Courtyard with the swimming pool is lovely. The pool table is a great place to socialize. Big shared clean kitchen. The private room and bathroom are spotless. Location is great and walkable to the town main area. There's always helpful staff around.
  • Vincent
    Netherlands Netherlands
    The beds were very comfortable, which was nice. The kitchen was large and clean, there was also a (small) pool to use.
  • Worldtravelerin
    Germany Germany
    The location is great, the staff is very helpful, the kitchen is spacey and well equipped, the pool area inviting and clean. The room and ensuite were also clean and bed was comfy. I had a good one night stay in the 4 bed female dorm and will...
  • Laverne
    United States of America United States of America
    The staff was very friendly. The location is very accessible to everything. Very nice hostel
  • Leigh
    Australia Australia
    Friendly...And Wonderful!! Clean Modern Facilities. Great Location For Shopping And Easy Walk To Rusty's Market and Lagoon...Non Pretentious and Extremely Relaxing Environment.

Area info

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

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Private Parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Laundry

Bathroom

  • Toilet

Bedroom

  • Linens

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Snorkeling
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
  • Pool table

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs AUD 10 per day.

    Front Desk Services

    • Baggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • Express check-in/out

    Entertainment & Family Services

    • Board games/Puzzles

    Cleaning Services

    • Laundry
      Additional charge

    Business Facilities

    • Fax/Photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Business center
      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

    General

    • Vending machine (snacks)
    • Vending machine (drinks)
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Outdoor swimming pool
    Free!

    • Open all year

    Spa

    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi

    Languages Spoken

    • English

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

    Check-in
    From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

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

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

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Crib upon request
    Free

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    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 fees may apply.
    Cards accepted at this property
    VisaMastercardEftpos Cash is not accepted

    The fine print
    Must-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 while 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 ID 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 of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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

    FAQs about YHA Cairns Central

    • YHA Cairns Central is 1,800 feet from the center of Cairns. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at YHA Cairns Central may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

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

      • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      • Hiking
      • Pool table
      • Snorkeling
      • Bicycle rental
      • Swimming pool

    • Check-in at YHA Cairns Central is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

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

    • 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

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