Hostel Freedom Cairns Premium Hostel

1/7 Shields Street, 4870 Cairns, Australia – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.4/10! (score from 399 reviews)

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8.2
Very Good
399 reviews

Great location: CBD of Cairns, close to everything including the ferry terminal (perfect for early trips to the Great Barrier Reef, Fitzroy Island or the airport). The hostel is extremely secured with two locked doors to get inside. We felt super safe, and it feels more like a hotel than a hostel to be honest. Room was rather small, beds were very comfy, shared bathroom super clean. Also, enormous shared kitchen with plenty of utensils, appliances, plates etc. Beautiful terrace near the kitchen. We will definitely come back.

Marcin Australia

unfortunately no breakfast as of now because of covid so cannot rate for breakfast location was fantastic, close to everything

Anqi Australia

Really great location, staff was super friendly, especially Alex (?) who was working the night shift! Totally helped us when we got in really late for check in and our booking got messed up. Clean, comfortable beds and nice showers. The bathrooms weren't super clean but better than a lot of hostels. Good wifi, and a different event each night which was great for meeting people.

Brittney United States of America

Very friendly staff with a lot of little amenities. Clean and at a great location.

Celia United States of America

This hostel is awesome! Best hostel I have stayed at in Australia. Rooms are beautiful, bathrooms are modern, staff are super friendly, location is right in the heart of it all. Would definitely stay again.

Greer Australia

I could not have had a more central stay in Cairns. The property is right in the middle of town but there is still a great amount of privacy. The staff are really nice and helpful and there was a free BBQ on the night I stayed for no reason. Very easy to mingle with other travellers.

Bradie Australia

Staff were excellent, it’s new and really clean! You get a free beverage across the road as a welcome drink and the breakfast is decent for a hostel. They also have events on most nights (free bbqs on Fridays!)

Kelsey Australia

The staff was very friendly and accommodating. I wasn’t supposed to check-in early but they let me do it anyway. This location is near the esplanade and the lagoon so it’s very convenient to walk around. A lot of shops are near this area too. There are free pancakes and cereals for breakfast. I travelled solo so IMHO it’s a budget friendly hostel.

Anonymous Japan

Ernesto was great! Such a wonderful human being who went an extra mile to help out.

Kritim Australia

Air conditioning perfect in the private room, clean toilets and showers, friendly staff and very good location

Lucoli93 Italy
8.2
Very Good
399 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Great location: CBD of Cairns, close to everything including the ferry terminal (perfect for early trips to the Great Barrier Reef, Fitzroy Island or the airport).”
    Marcin Marcin Australia Australia
  • “unfortunately no breakfast as of now because of covid so cannot rate for breakfast location was fantastic, close to everything”
    Anqi Anqi Australia Australia
  • “Really great location, staff was super friendly, especially Alex (?) who was working the night shift! Totally helped us when we got in really late for check in and our booking got messed up.”
    Brittney Brittney United States of America United States of America
  • “Very friendly staff with a lot of little amenities. Clean and at a great location.”
    Celia Celia United States of America United States of America
  • “This hostel is awesome! Best hostel I have stayed at in Australia. Rooms are beautiful, bathrooms are modern, staff are super friendly, location is right in the heart of it all.”
    Greer Greer Australia Australia
  • “I could not have had a more central stay in Cairns. The property is right in the middle of town but there is still a great amount of privacy.”
    Bradie Bradie Australia Australia
  • “Staff were excellent, it’s new and really clean! You get a free beverage across the road as a welcome drink and the breakfast is decent for a hostel.”
    Kelsey Kelsey Australia Australia
  • “The staff was very friendly and accommodating. I wasn’t supposed to check-in early but they let me do it anyway.”
    Japan Japan
  • “Ernesto was great! Such a wonderful human being who went an extra mile to help out.”
    Kritim Kritim Australia Australia
  • “Air conditioning perfect in the private room, clean toilets and showers, friendly staff and very good location”
    Lucoli93 Lucoli93 Italy Italy

Categories:

  • Staff8.8
  • Facilities8.4
  • Cleanliness8.2
  • Comfort8.3
  • Value for money8.6
  • Location9.4
  • Free WiFi7.3

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Set in Cairns and with Cairns Convention Center reachable within 0.7 mi, Freedom Cairns Premium Hostel offers express check-in and check-out, nonsmoking rooms, free bikes, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace. The accommodations provides evening entertainment and a shared kitchen.

The units feature a shared bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer.

Popular points of interest near the hostel include Cairns Regional Gallery, The Center of Contemporary Arts and Cairns Rainforest Dome. The nearest airport is Cairns Airport, 3.7 mi from Freedom Cairns Premium Hostel.

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

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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8.2
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 · 399 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff8.8
  • Facilities8.4
  • Cleanliness8.2
  • Comfort8.3
  • Value for money8.6
  • Location9.4
  • Free WiFi7.3

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  • Marcin Australia

    “Great location: CBD of Cairns, close to everything including the ferry terminal (perfect for early trips to the Great Barrier Reef, Fitzroy Island or the airport). The hostel is extremely secured with two locked doors to get inside. We felt super safe, and it feels more like a hotel than a hostel to be honest. Room was rather small, beds were very comfy, shared bathroom super clean. Also, enormous shared kitchen with plenty of utensils, appliances, plates etc. Beautiful terrace near the kitchen. We will definitely come back.”

  • Anqi Australia

    “unfortunately no breakfast as of now because of covid so cannot rate for breakfast location was fantastic, close to everything”

  • Brittney United States of America

    “Really great location, staff was super friendly, especially Alex (?) who was working the night shift! Totally helped us when we got in really late for check in and our booking got messed up. Clean, comfortable beds and nice showers. The bathrooms weren't super clean but better than a lot of hostels. Good wifi, and a different event each night which was great for meeting people.”

  • Celia United States of America

    “Very friendly staff with a lot of little amenities. Clean and at a great location. ”

  • Greer Australia

    “This hostel is awesome! Best hostel I have stayed at in Australia. Rooms are beautiful, bathrooms are modern, staff are super friendly, location is right in the heart of it all. Would definitely stay again.”

  • Bradie Australia

    “I could not have had a more central stay in Cairns. The property is right in the middle of town but there is still a great amount of privacy. The staff are really nice and helpful and there was a free BBQ on the night I stayed for no reason. Very easy to mingle with other travellers.”

  • Kelsey Australia

    “Staff were excellent, it’s new and really clean! You get a free beverage across the road as a welcome drink and the breakfast is decent for a hostel. They also have events on most nights (free bbqs on Fridays!)”

  • Anonymous Japan

    “The staff was very friendly and accommodating. I wasn’t supposed to check-in early but they let me do it anyway. This location is near the esplanade and the lagoon so it’s very convenient to walk around. A lot of shops are near this area too. There are free pancakes and cereals for breakfast. I travelled solo so IMHO it’s a budget friendly hostel.”

  • Kritim Australia

    “Ernesto was great! Such a wonderful human being who went an extra mile to help out.”

  • Lucoli93 Italy

    “Air conditioning perfect in the private room, clean toilets and showers, friendly staff and very good location”

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  • Do you have planned events or activities?

    Yes we do. We have something organised Sunday to Thursdays and can always provide recommendations for Friday and Saturdays were to head to

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    Answered on September 9, 2019
  • Do you offer luggage storage?

    Yes. We have a large luggage storage located at reception that is free to use for all our guests either checking in, staying and checking out

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    Answered on September 9, 2019
  • Is it quiet at night?

    Yes it is! While we are centre of the city, the hostel is still very quiet as we understand how much a good night sleep means, especially when you could have a whole day on the Great Barrier Reef the next day

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    Answered on August 28, 2019
  • Hi Is this hostel open to domestic travelers in Aug21? I'll be in Bris to explore South in July, then cairns. originally from Ballarat vic sara

    Yes!. We will always accept domestic travellers

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    Answered on December 31, 2020
  • Hello, Do you have push bikes for hire, or know where we can hire? The price of hire? Thanks, Gillian

    Hi Gillian, We do have bikes for hire. We wipe them clean after every use and the price is free for all our guests.

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    Answered on June 22, 2020
  • If we are arriving Cairns 11:55pm, do you guys do 24 hour check in?

    Unfortunately not at the moment. While we would love to, we are restricted due to the current world situation. We are working to rectify this as soon as possible

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    Answered on January 27, 2021
  • Are sheets and towels included?

    Yes they are. We include them here and we will even have them on your bed when you arrive

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    Answered on September 9, 2019
  • Hi can you please confirm there is an outside balcony on the the deluxe double room, as the pictures do not show a balcony, thanks

    The balcony is a shared balcony located on our first level. It is not room specific.

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    Answered on February 21, 2021
  • How many toilets and shower's are in the 4bed rooms?

    The bathrooms are shared. We have 10 showers and 7 toilets across our 2 levels per gender

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    Answered on January 27, 2021
  • is there any free parking overnight near there?

    Yes. All on street parking is free overnight between 6pm and 8:30am

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    Answered on March 21, 2021
  • Have you lifted age restrictions on your Dorn rooms. Cheers

    We are always flexible with the age restrictions. Just give us a call before booking and we can talk about what the intent of your stay is.

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    Asked about: Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room • Answered on May 10, 2021
  • Where can i park my car

    Hi there is a parking garage just a 5 minute walk from Freedom Hostel. It's very reasonably price at a max of $10 per day and it's free on Sundays. You can also park your car for free for a 2 hour period on any of the roads. Let me know if there's anything else I can assist you with! Best, Beth Freedom Hostel Cairns Reception

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    Answered on October 30, 2019
  • Do the private rooms have a private bathroom? Or are shower and toilet shared?

    Unfortunately all our bathrooms are shared as our building is a renovated retro cinema building

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    Asked about: Budget Double or Twin Room • Answered on March 18, 2020
  • Do I need a lock for the lockers?

    Yes you do. We sell padlocks at reception if you forget to bring your own

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    Answered on September 9, 2019
  • Hi Team, is there an airport shuttle free of charge?

    Yes there is an airport shuttle however its not free and a charge of $20 per car (takes up to 4 people depending on luggage)

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    Asked about: Deluxe Double or Twin Room • Answered on February 4, 2021
  • Can we get a car Park for 2 nights ? We can pay the car Park Daily . Thank you

    Unfortunately we only have street parking around the hostel and Monday to Saturday, the local council has limited timed free spaces. There is a parking garage though which is about 200m maximum walk from the hostel that is $10 for 24 hours on Lake St

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    Asked about: Budget Double or Twin Room • Answered on December 27, 2020
  • Is the deluxe double room include a private bathroom and aircon?

    Unfortunately the bathrooms are shared however one you are in the bathroom, it is all yours until you leave it. Every room has aircon

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    Answered on January 27, 2021
  • Hi! is the toilet shared? this

    Yes. All our toilets are shared however if you book a double premium room, the bathroom is all yours when you are in it and no one else can enter. Any other room has large common shower and toilets.

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    Answered on August 29, 2020
  • Are there any age restrictions?

    You must be 18 or over, or be with a parent or guardian to stay.

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    Answered on July 9, 2021
  • How much does it cost to rent a lock?

    Unfortunately we do not rent locks, we only sell them at reception.

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    Answered on September 9, 2019
Area Info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
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What's nearby
  • Cairns Regional Gallery
    0 miles
  • The Cairns Museum
    0.1 miles
  • Reef and Rainforest Research Centre
    0.1 miles
  • Cairns Night Markets
    0.1 miles
  • Cairns City Library
    0.1 miles
  • Cairns Family Court
    0.2 miles
  • Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
    0.2 miles
  • Martin College
    0.2 miles
  • Rusty's Markets
    0.2 miles
  • Cairns Marlin Marina
    0.2 miles
Top attractions
  • Cairns Rainforest Dome
    0.3 miles
  • The Center of Contemporary Arts
    0.3 miles
  • The Cairns Civic Theater
    0.4 miles
  • Cairns Station
    0.5 miles
  • Cairns Base Hospital
    0.9 miles
  • Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens
    2.4 miles
  • Skyway Rainforest Cableway
    7.5 miles
  • Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park
    7.7 miles
Natural Beauty
  • Ocean/Sea Coral sea
    0.2 miles
Beaches in the Neighborhood
  • Holloways Beach
    6 miles
Closest Airports
  • Cairns Airport
    3.4 miles
How to get to Freedom Cairns Premium Hostel from Cairns Airport
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Amenities of Freedom Cairns Premium Hostel

Most popular amenities

Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Laundry
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Movie nights
  • Evening entertainment
  • Bikes available (free)
  • Library
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Front Desk Services
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge