Cairns Central YHA
20-26 Mcleod Street, 4870 Cairns, Australia – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.1/10! (score from 853 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
great staff, helpful with trip planning and if your car rental cancels last minute! nice pool, billiards, and friendly laidback vibe among guests. private room was basic but nice and shower was hot. wifi pretty strong. easy luggage storage while you go look for a same day car rental in high season! recommend checking out the nice night market.
United States of Americaroom and bathroom facilities are all very clean. the location is great: across the street from a huge shopping mall, in walking distance from the beach, as well as train and bus stations, and several restaurants nearby. also offers a kitchen area and tables to sit at in case you don’t want to stay in your room; good place to socialize and get to know others. the place is also very aesthetically pleasing. late check-in worked perfectly, the staff was really helpful and friendly.
GermanyBook a single room for two nights, simple and quiet. Staff was very helpful. Close to the grayhound bus stop. Good location. Washing machine was like new!
JapanWe enjoyed our four nights in a twin room with private bathroom, which was clean and a decent size for two people. Air conditioning worked great in our room, and WiFi was strong everywhere on the property. Shared kitchen had plenty of plates, silverware, and cookware for simple meals. Modern laundry and drying machines for an extra fee. Secure covered parking, also for an extra fee. Front desk folks were so friendly and helpful, some of the nicest hostel staff we’ve had in Australia! Directly across the street from Cairns Central (shopping mall, railway station, grocery stores, etc.), and a 10-15 minute walk to the Esplanade and marina.
United States of AmericaThe room is small but enough for a couple and luggage. Bed was comfortable
IsraelGreat location nice place it was not loud nice staff would recommend Mom traveling with college age daughter
United States of Americafelt very safe, was close to bus station, staff very nice
AustraliaThe location is pretty central, the staff are always super helpful and friendly, and the facilities were pretty cool! Great place to just chill out and relax!
AustraliaClean functional dorms. Large and well stocked kitchen. Bathrooms were pretty clean. Great location opposite Cairns Central Shopping centre. Reception staff very kindly upgraded me from a 10 bed dorm to a 6 bed dorm.
AustraliaThe staff were lovely and helpful. Laundry facilities were great. Kids loved the pool and pool table. Location was awesome right opposite the shopping mall. The room was huge.
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Ray
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Isabel
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Michiko
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Robbie
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Bonnie
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Kelly
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Cairns Central YHA 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.
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. 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 Center. It is 5 minutes’ walk from the bars, shops and cafés along Cairns Esplanade. A largely discounted shuttle bus 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 9.1 for a two-person trip.
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See what guests loved the most:
- Ray
United States of America“great staff, helpful with trip planning and if your car rental cancels last minute! nice pool, billiards, and friendly laidback vibe among guests. private room was basic but nice and shower was hot. wifi pretty strong. easy luggage storage while...” 
Isabel
Germany“room and bathroom facilities are all very clean. the location is great: across the street from a huge shopping mall, in walking distance from the beach, as well as train and bus stations, and several restaurants nearby. also offers a kitchen area...”- Michiko
Japan“Book a single room for two nights, simple and quiet. Staff was very helpful. Close to the grayhound bus stop. Good location. Washing machine was like new!” 
RobbieUnited States of America“We enjoyed our four nights in a twin room with private bathroom, which was clean and a decent size for two people. Air conditioning worked great in our room, and WiFi was strong everywhere on the property. Shared kitchen had plenty of plates,...”
Noy
Israel“The room is small but enough for a couple and luggage. Bed was comfortable”- BonnieUnited States of America“Great location nice place it was not loud nice staff would recommend Mom traveling with college age daughter”
- Kelly
Australia“felt very safe, was close to bus station, staff very nice” 
OzsbAustralia“The location is pretty central, the staff are always super helpful and friendly, and the facilities were pretty cool! Great place to just chill out and relax!”
DahamAustralia“Clean functional dorms. Large and well stocked kitchen. Bathrooms were pretty clean. Great location opposite Cairns Central Shopping centre. Reception staff very kindly upgraded me from a 10 bed dorm to a 6 bed dorm.”
Keryn
China“The staff were lovely and helpful. Laundry facilities were great. Kids loved the pool and pool table. Location was awesome right opposite the shopping mall. The room was huge.”
- Is it quiet at night?Yes it is! We have a strict no party policy :)Answered on 2 February 2021
- Do you accept late check-in like 11pm?Once a Covid declaration has been completed we will send you instructions on how to do a self check in. Reception closes at 7pm but self check ins can..Answered on 20 February 2021
- Is this suitable for 50+ age groupIt absolutely is! Welcome to all ages :)Answered on 20 December 2020
- Can i stay unvaccinated??Yes you can!Answered on 27 April 2022
- Do you have any shuttle bus? I need to pick up and drop off at airport. Could you please transfer?? Thank youNot any more, sadly since covid we have been unable to offer this serviceAnswered on 2 February 2021
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Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 3 and above are considered 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
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cairns Central YHA accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
Guests under the age of 17 can only check in with a parent or designated guardian, who must have written permission from a parent or legal guardian. Children aged 17 will need a letter from a parent or official guardian to stay in the private rooms. This includes school groups.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.
FAQs about Cairns Central YHA
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The prices at Cairns Central YHA may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Check-in at Cairns Central YHA is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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The nearest beach is 2,600 feet from Cairns Central YHA.
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Cairns Central YHA offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Pool table
- Snorkeling
- Swimming pool
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Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Cairns Central YHA on this page.
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Cairns Central YHA is 1,800 feet from the center of Cairns.
