Name: Castaways Backpackers Cairns
Address: 207 Sheridan Street, 4870 Cairns, Australia, 207 Sheridan Street, Queensland, 4870, Australia
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $17 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.3

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Hostel Castaways Backpackers Cairns

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Cairns Base Hospital: only 5 minutes away! (1,250 feet by foot)

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Really cozy and quiet, clean. A lot of facilities are free and nice.

Yuna

Australia

The manager was very nice. He made us a pretty good deal for a Great Barrier Reef tour.

Svenja

Germany

Nice quiet place, plenty of space in kitchens. The staff was fabulous, they walked us through all the options for the tours we wanted and gave us their recommendations - and when one of the operators canceled the tour at 6pm the day before, they helped us secure a last minute booking with a different operator.

Peter

Slovakia

Staff was very friendly. Helped me book tours and gave suggestions.

Luke

Belgium

The location- we were able to walk to the boat for our trip to the Great Bsrrier Reef. We appreciated Helen recommending the botanical garden on our last day in Cairns. It was a good way to spend our time before flying out.

Linda

United States of America

Has airport drop off service that is very convenient.

Jia

United States of America

Good value for money. Staff were very friendly. Good backpackers

Tara

Ireland

Very easygoing hostel with everything you need AND a swimming pool!

Pavla

Czech Republic

The staff is super nice ! They have bus shuttels from Cairns Centeral every hour for you !

Inbar

Israel

The property looked good and relaxing. I felt safe. The owner was very kind and helpful.

Australia

9.1

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Very clean bathrooms

What guests loved the most:
“Really cozy and quiet, clean. A lot of facilities are free and nice.”

Yuna Australia
“The manager was very nice. He made us a pretty good deal for a Great Barrier Reef tour.”

Svenja Germany
“Nice quiet place, plenty of space in kitchens. The staff was fabulous, they walked us through all the options for the tours we wanted and gave us their recommendations - and when one of the operators...”

Peter Slovakia
“Staff was very friendly. Helped me book tours and gave suggestions.”

Luke Belgium
“The location- we were able to walk to the boat for our trip to the Great Bsrrier Reef. We appreciated Helen recommending the botanical garden on our last day in Cairns.”

Linda United States of America
“Has airport drop off service that is very convenient.”

Jia United States of America
“Good value for money. Staff were very friendly. Good backpackers”

Tara Ireland
“Very easygoing hostel with everything you need AND a swimming pool!”

Pavla Czech Republic
“The staff is super nice ! They have bus shuttels from Cairns Centeral every hour for you !”

Inbar Israel
“The property looked good and relaxing. I felt safe. The owner was very kind and helpful.”

Jo Australia

Guests receive free Wi-Fi and access to a swimming pool and a communal kitchen at the Castaways Backpackers Cairns. The property is located just a 5-minute walk from the popular Esplanade.

The property provides a free bus shuttle to and from the center of the city and can arrange a free pick-up from the train and bus terminal. You can meet other guests in the lounge area, which features a TV and DVD player.

All rooms have ceiling fans, a refrigerator and coin-operated air conditioning. Most rooms have access to shared bathroom facilities.

Castaways Backpackers is less than a 15-minute drive from Cairns Airport and Raintrees Shopping Center. Palm Cove is a 30-minute drive away.

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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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.3 for two-person stays.

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Closest Landmarks *

Cairns Base Hospital
0.2 miles
Cairns Electorate Office
0.6 miles
The Cairns Civic Theater
0.6 miles
The Center of Contemporary Arts
0.7 miles
Cairns Esplanade
0.7 miles
Cairns City Library
0.8 miles
TAFE Queensland North - Cairns Campus
0.8 miles
Cairns Central Shopping Centre
0.8 miles
Cairns Showgrounds
0.8 miles
Cairns Family Court
0.8 miles

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Cock & Bull Restaurant
0.1 miles
Friendly Grocer Supermarket
0.3 miles

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Great Barrier Reef Ocean/Sea
0.6 miles

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Cairns Airport
2.6 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“We were greeted by Darren upon arrival. Myself and Adam didn’t know where to park so he showed us. We he talked about the local area things to do etc and then g...”

Allison

United Kingdom

“It's close to the supermarket, cinema, information centre, beach, airport and restaurants (30 min walk). The people working here are really nice and helpfu...”

Marieke

Netherlands

9.1

“The owner is so nice and always there if you need him or if you have to ask something. You can really feel the good energy here. The place is big and has two bi...”

Giulia

Germany

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11:00 AM - 7:30 PM

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Until 9:30 AM

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Children & Beds

This hostel does not accommodate children.

No cribs are available

No extra beds are available

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Pets are not allowed.

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The Fine Print

Please let Castaways Backpackers Cairns know your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please note that Castaways Backpackers Cairns does not accept payments with American Express credit cards.

Free pick up is available from Cairns Central train and bus station. Please inform Castaways Backpackers Cairns in advance if you want to use this service, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please note that this property requires an AUD 10 cash key deposit, per key, upon check in.

“Nice quiet place, plenty of space in kitchens. The staff was fabulous, they walked us through all the options for the tours we wanted and gave us their recommendations - and when one of the operators canceled the tour at 6pm the day before, they helped us secure a last minute booking with a different operator. ”

“The location- we were able to walk to the boat for our trip to the Great Bsrrier Reef. We appreciated Helen recommending the botanical garden on our last day in Cairns. It was a good way to spend our time before flying out.”

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Reviewed: July 22, 2019

Jo
Australia
10

Exceptional
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
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The property looked good and relaxing. I felt safe. The owner was very kind and helpful.

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 22, 2019

Alev
Netherlands

3 helpful votes
7.5

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double or Twin Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The staff is really helpful and full of ideas and stories

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 22, 2019

Alan
Argentina

6 helpful votes
7.1

“Good for a short stay. 10min walk to CBD.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double or Twin Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
Lack of power sockets
Backpacker ambient

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 20, 2019

Noelia
Argentina
9.2

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
I love the atmosphere ! Its chill and easy going!! Nice people around, I feel like home !!!

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 19, 2019

Emanuel
Italy
7.5

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Shower pressure could be better. Encountered a few not so nice backpackers working for accommodation. Cleaning around unwillingly. Location was a little far from the center.
Amazing friendly superrrr owner from nz. Price Is great if you don't mind the location being a little off from center.

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 6, 2019

Giulia
Germany
10

“Very clean and nice atmosphere!:)”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The owner is so nice and always there if you need him or if you have to ask something. You can really feel the good energy here. The place is big and has two big kitchens, so there is never a time where a kitchen is blocked. A lot of bathrooms too. It’s very clean here and the place is close to the waterfront and supermarkets. I can highly recommend this place :)

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 3, 2019

Yuna
Australia
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Really cozy and quiet, clean. A lot of facilities are free and nice.

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: June 27, 2019

Svenja
Germany
6.7

Pleasant
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The bed was awful - really squeaky! Light could be better..
The manager was very nice. He made us a pretty good deal for a Great Barrier Reef tour.

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 25, 2019

Dario
Colombia
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
We loved our stay in Castaways!! There are lots of things that we could highlight. We arrived on Wednesday and only on this day the guests can have free pizza and some free beers at one night club so Wayne (the owner) took us with more backpackers there, and it was a lot of fun!! Also this place has a pretty nice cinema room which it’s not busy at all so you can certainly enjoy it. Good environment to meet more travelers, clean rooms and friendly staff. I have to say the owner really cares about guests in this backpacker, so I highly recommend this place. We hope to be back soon!!

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 23, 2019

Benjamin
Germany

3 helpful votes
9.6

“Cool Hostel”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 8 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I’d like the Billard table everything is well structured the stuff is verry friendly

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 21, 2019

Karly
Ireland
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double or Twin Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Room had a fair amount of tiny ants which wasn't great but seems to common in most hostels in Cairns!
Wayne, the owner is an absolute gent, really helpful and great for a chat! Rooms are big and you have your own fridge.

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 17, 2019

Christine
United States of America

6 helpful votes
5.4

“No TV in room”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Double or Twin Room with Private Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Didn't have a TV in room as advertised - which was a shame as if we'd known we'd have booked elsewhere for a similar price. Fridge had leaked on the floor due to being switched off - and didn't work that well even when switched on.
Beds were okay, ensuite was fine

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 13, 2019

Anonymous
United Kingdom
7.5

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Little bit of a walk away from the centre, 30 minutes to the lagoon and 20 minutes to Cairns central mall.
Room was a good size, with a fridge. Two kitchens and a range of cooking utensils. Kitchens and bathrooms were kept clean. Price was good for a backpacker budget. Could be noisy outside, due to camper vans in front of room, but once it got to 10:30pm everyone was relatively quiet.

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 8, 2019

Peter
Slovakia
Age group: 25 – 34

3 helpful votes
9.2

“Quiet place with fabulous staff! ”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
It is located a bit outside of the CBD, so if you don't drive, you have to walk ~30mins or take a taxi.
Nice quiet place, plenty of space in kitchens. The staff was fabulous, they walked us through all the options for the tours we wanted and gave us their recommendations - and when one of the operators canceled the tour at 6pm the day before, they helped us secure a last minute booking with a different operator.

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 7, 2019

Allison
United Kingdom
10

“Enjoyable stay! Very clean!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing. All good!
We were greeted by Darren upon arrival. Myself and Adam didn’t know where to park so he showed us. We he talked about the local area things to do etc and then got a small map out to show us how to get to local shops bars etc. Good guy! The place is cool, lots of little hang out spots the kitchen and bathrooms were very clean and tidy. I like how they have a TV room also which was large felt more like a living room. Free pool table and swimming pool to use. Nice atmosphere with some campervans at the back! Cold drinks available to purchase from the front desk! Enjoyable place great staff and I’m all about the cleanliness so spot on for us!

Stayed in June 2019

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	Mixed Dormitory Bed 1 twin bed	Show prices
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	Single Room with Shared Bathroom 1 twin bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Free parking This room features a ceiling fan, refrigerator, coin-operated air conditioning and access to a shared bathroom. Room Facilities: • Shower • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Refrigerator • Desk • Shared bathroom • Ironing facilities • Sitting area • Fan • Toilet • Washing machine • Shared toilet • Bathtub or shower • Guest bathroom • Dining area • Dryer • Wardrobe or closet • Linens • Dining table • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Double Room with Shared Bathroom 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Free parking This room features a ceiling fan, refrigerator, coin-operated air conditioning and access to a shared bathroom. Room Facilities: • Shower • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Refrigerator • Desk • Shared bathroom • Ironing facilities • Sitting area • Fan • Toilet • Washing machine • Shared toilet • Bathtub or shower • Guest bathroom • Dining area • Dryer • Wardrobe or closet • Linens • Dining table • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Twin Room with Shared Bathroom 2 twin beds	Show prices
Start of dialog content Free parking This room features a ceiling fan, refrigerator, coin-operated air conditioning and access to a shared bathroom. Room Facilities: • Shower • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Refrigerator • Desk • Shared bathroom • Ironing facilities • Sitting area • Fan • Toilet • Washing machine • Shared toilet • Bathtub or shower • Guest bathroom • Dining area • Dryer • Wardrobe or closet • Linens • Dining table • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Double or Twin Room with Private Bathroom 1 twin bed and 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking This room features a ceiling fan, refrigerator, coin-operated air conditioning and a private bathroom. Room Facilities: • Shower • TV • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Refrigerator • Desk • Ironing facilities • Sitting area • Fan • Toilet • Washing machine • Private Bathroom • Bathtub or shower • Guest bathroom • Flat-screen TV • Dining area • Dryer • Wardrobe or closet • Towels • Linens • Dining table • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

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