Name: Cairns Central YHA
Address: 20-26 Mcleod Street, 4870 Cairns, Australia, 20-26 Mcleod Street, Queensland, 4870, Australia
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $21 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.5

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Cairns Central YHA

20-26 Mcleod Street, 4870 Cairns, Australia – Great location - show map

Cairns Convention Center: only 3 minutes away! (750 feet by foot)

*8.2* Cairns Central Shopping Centre: only 3 minutes away! (600 feet by foot)

*8.4* Rusty's Markets: only 3 minutes away! (550 feet by foot)

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Australia · June 25, 2016

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Very good environment, good staff and awesome people.

Ingo, Estonia

Classic youth hostel with perfect amenities and good location

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Chris, United Kingdom

My first stay in a YHA! I'm now a member and am using these lovely hostels for my continuing journey down the east coast of Australia! Great facilities and lovely staff! Instant hot water tap in kitchen a great bonus! Really enjoyed my stay and staff couldn't have been more welcoming and helpful at booking tours! Recommend Silver swift for the Great Barrier Reef! Superb!

Melissa, United Kingdom

right next to mall and railway station and walking distance from esplanade. very helpful staff.

Uma, United Kingdom

Staff helpful mixed with the people well. Got lovely pancakes daily.

Angela, Australia

A wonderful place with wonderful staff who, are a credit to the place itself. Always with a smile on their faces and cannot do enough to make your stay an enjoyable one. Their product knowledge of the area is 1st class. Erin, in particular, is a lovely woman who has always got a smile on her face. Shopping centre directly across the road from the Hostel and, within walking distance of all local amenities. A bus stop to go to places such as Palm Cove and Trinity beach is only 150-200 yds away on McLeod Street. Lagoon and all restaurants, pubs within close proximity to the hostel. Quite simply, the best in Cairns for the backpacker.

David, United Kingdom

Check in was nice and easy, staff friendly and didn't have to worry about a deposit. The rooms where nice and big and cool and the facilities great.

Alex, Australia

Very clean, i'm always impressed by YHA and the cleanliness. Even though it's not as close to the bus stations (not that it's far) it was really nice.

Vicki, Australia

I spent 6 weeks in Australia and this was by far the best hostel I stayed in. I arrived at 6 am in the morning after a long bus ride and staff allowed me to check in straight away. I waited till 2pm in other hostels. The room was clean and spacious, there are large lockable units (need your own lock) to store all your stuff in. The showers and toilet rooms are clean and super modern as is the kitchen. I could really not fault this hostel. Location is great staff are friendly and best of all....free pancakes for breakfast!

Rebecca, United Kingdom

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8.8

This property is a 10-minute walk from the beach. Winner of the 2015 'Best Backpacker Hostel in Queensland' award at the Queensland Tourism Awards, Cairns Central YHA is located just 5 minutes' walk from The Esplanade and Trinity Wharf. It features an outdoor swimming pool, 2 spas, a free WiFi hotspot and free pancake breakfast daily.

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.

Cairns Central YHA is set opposite Cairns Station and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. It is 5 minutes’ walk from the bars, shops and cafés along Cairns Esplanade. A free shuttle service from the airport is available between 8:00 and 20:00 bookings are required.

This is our guests' favorite part of Cairns, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9 for a two-person trip.

This property is also rated for the best value in Cairns! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.

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	Double Room with Shared Bathroom 1 full bed	Show prices
Room Size: 161 ft² Private room with access to shared bathroom facilities. Room Facilities: Air conditioning, Shared bathroom, Shared toilet Check-in + / / Check-in Date Check-out + / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children
	Bed in 4-Bed Male Dormitory Room 1 twin bed	Show prices
댴 Private bathroom Room Size: 161 ft² Room Facilities: Shower, Air conditioning, Toilet, Bathroom Check-in + / / Check-in Date Check-out + / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children
	Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room 2 bunk beds	Show prices
Room Size: 161 ft² Features access to shared bathroom facilities. Room Facilities: Air conditioning, Shared bathroom, Shared toilet Check-in + / / Check-in Date Check-out + / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children
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Room Size: 161 ft² Air-conditioned room with a shared bathroom. Room Facilities: Air conditioning, Shared bathroom, Shared toilet Someone just booked this Check-in + / / Check-in Date Check-out + / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children
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댴 Private bathroom Room Size: 161 ft² This room offers a private bathroom. Linen and towels are provided. Room Facilities: Shower, Air conditioning, Toilet, Bathroom Check-in + / / Check-in Date Check-out + / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children
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댴 Private bathroom Room Size: 161 ft² This room offers a private bathroom. Linen and towels are provided. Room Facilities: Shower, Air conditioning, Toilet, Bathroom Check-in + / / Check-in Date Check-out + / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children
	Twin Room with Shared Bathroom 2 twin beds or 2 bunk beds	Show prices
Room Size: 161 ft² Private room with access to shared bathroom facilities. Room Facilities: Air conditioning, Shared bathroom, Shared toilet Check-in + / / Check-in Date Check-out + / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children
	Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room 1 twin bed	Show prices
댴 Private bathroom Room Size: 161 ft² Room Facilities: Shower, Air conditioning, Toilet, Bathroom Check-in + / / Check-in Date Check-out + / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children
	Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed	Show prices
Room Size: 161 ft² This dormitory room is fully air-conditioned and linens are included. Please note that the price is based on 1 person in a single bunk bed. Room Facilities: Air conditioning, Shared bathroom, Shared toilet Check-in + / / Check-in Date Check-out + / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children
	Bed in 6-Bed Male Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed	Show prices
Room Size: 161 ft² Please note that the rate is based on 1 person in a single bunk bed. The room is fully air-conditioned and linens are included. Room Facilities: Air conditioning, Shared bathroom, Shared toilet Check-in + / / Check-in Date Check-out + / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children
	Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room 1 twin bed	Show prices
Room Size: 161 ft² These rooms are located from the 2nd floor and above. Room Facilities: Air conditioning, Shared bathroom, Shared toilet Check-in + / / Check-in Date Check-out + / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children

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Cairns Central Station 0.1 miles
Rusty's Markets 0.1 miles
Cairns Central Shopping Centre 0.1 miles
Cairns Family Court 0.2 miles
Cairns Magistrates Court 0.2 miles
The Cairns Museum 0.3 miles
Martin College 0.3 miles
Cairns City Library 0.3 miles
The Cairns Civic Theater 0.3 miles
Cairns Regional Gallery 0.3 miles

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Cairns Central Shopping Centre Supermarket 0 miles
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Cafe/Bar 0 miles
Rusty's Market Market 0.2 miles

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Cairns Airport 3.5 miles

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All children are welcome.

Free! One child under 2 years stays free of charge in a crib.

There is no capacity for extra beds in the room.

The maximum number of cribs in a room is 1.

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Pets are not allowed.

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Please note that children under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. Children are only allowed to stay in private accommodation. Children are not permitted to stay in dormitory rooms.

You must show a valid photo ID upon check in.

Children are welcome, but are not permitted to stay in dormitory rooms.
Children aged 17 need a letter from a parent/legal guardian to stay in dormitory rooms.
If children are 16 or under, they will need a parent/legal guardian aged over 21 to stay with them in a private room.

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June 25, 2017

Lynne
Australia
8.3

“Great place to meet fellow travellers”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉Loo in with shower
눇Facilities n people staff
June 23, 2017

Anonymous
Belgium
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눇Best YHA i have been to. Facilities were great, excellent atmosphere and perfect location.
June 22, 2017

Yoshimi
Japan
9.2

“I liked the YHA best! Cloth to Coles,bus stops and train station.It was very convinient.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉Kitchen was very crowded sometimes. Especially evening. And the card key was not worked to enter my room sometimes.
눇Bathroom was always cleaned.
May 27, 2017

Crystal
United States of America
7.9

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉Missing storage locker for my bed and no storage lockers outside of the rooms
눇Great value and location in Port Douglas, great rec areas and free wifi in the rooms is a huge plus.
May 17, 2017

Anonymous
Malaysia
Age group: 25 – 34
10

“great value for money”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉nothing
눇the free pancakes!
May 10, 2017

Daniel
Australia
8.8

Excellent
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
눇Location, staff
May 7, 2017

Jung
Australia
8.3

“Very good value. Best backpackers ever”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉Noisy. Lack of shower booth. had to wait for long time
눇Room and bathroom conditions was really good
April 22, 2017

Daniel
United Kingdom
9.2

“Great”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눇Film night was really good. Free wine and cheese, popcorn. Staff were very very nice and helpful.
April 20, 2017

Danni
United Kingdom
7.5

“Good for a night or two”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
눉Rooms were a little worn, but did the trick for just a night.
눇Just what was needed, no frills just simply a bed in a room! Did the job, pancakes in the morning were a nice little extra and staff seemed friendly. Bathrooms were clean enough, modern and looked fairly new. Didn't get a chance to experience much of the other facilities such as the pool etc, but looked nice enough.
April 17, 2017

Mei
Australia
7.9

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉There was crocorach in the room
눇It feel like homely and not so noisy
April 10, 2017

Eva
Taiwan
9.2

Wonderful
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉You can still hear the people chatting outside in your room. Not a good place to choose if you have to rest earlier for an early tour.
눇Close to the supermarket, very convenient. Friendly staffs.
April 5, 2017

Anonymous
Australia
7.9

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
눉Courtyard noisy in the evening. There was definitely too much noise despite the signs saying quiet from 10pm.
눇Clean, good facilities, good location, early check-out/late check-in.
April 4, 2017

Blanca
Spain
8.3

“Nice hostel with a lot of extras, highly recommendable”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
눇I liked many things in YHA such as: tidy rooms, free pancakes for breakfast, activities scheduled every evening (Cheese& wine, movies under the starts...). Nice and young atmosphere, perfect to meet new people and arrange rideshares or road trips. Nice pool, open from 9am to 10pm so you are able to use it the entire day. The kitchen is big and perfectly equipped, so you can cook whenever you want. There's also a free-food shelf where con you grab and leave food with the other travelers. It's located in the city center, next to the Central Cairns mall and distance walking to the Lagoon.
April 3, 2017

Alan
Canada
8.8

“Clean and Comfortable”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
눉- It's a little far from the action but Cairns is small so it wasn't a big deal - A little quiet; most people staying there kept to themselves - Have to pay for WiFi (it's 2017 this should be free)
눇- Check-in staff were polite and friendly - Private room 2-bed twin room was spacious - Bathroom was clean - Air-conditioned rooms - Pool (although we didn't use it)
March 24, 2017

Markus
Germany

1 helpful vote
7.1

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉Free wifi only at reception
눇Free pancakes for breakfast

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