Name: Geckos Backpackers
Address: 187 Bunda Street, Parramatta Park, Cairns Central, 4870 Cairns, Australia, 187 Bunda Street, Parramatta Park, Cairns Central, Queensland, 4870, Australia
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $17 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.4

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Hostel Geckos Backpackers

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187 Bunda Street, Parramatta Park, Cairns Central, 4870 Cairns, Australia – Great location - show map

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*8.3* Cairns Central Shopping Centre: only 3 minutes away! (750 feet by foot)

*8.5* Rusty's Markets: only 6 minutes away! (1,600 feet by foot)

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The owner, Peter, goes out of his way to make the hostel an enjoyable, relaxing and peaceful hostel and is very knowledgeable when it comes to ocal tours etc. The hostel location is excellent and is close to shopping, transport and only a short walk into the city centre and lagoon. All in all, its a nice place ran by nice and nowledgeable people.

Jonathan

Australia

Superb!!! 👍🏻👍🏻 you guys are the best and I really enjoyed my stay with you. I would definitely recommend to all of my family & friends and I’ll stay there again. Cheers

Yatima

Thailand

We loved our stay at Gecko’s. We originally booked one night and ended up staying for nine! The building has a historic and open-air feel, and the rooms are lovely with very tall ceilings, wooden floors and natural white paint on the walls. The shared bathrooms are immaculately clean. It’s clear that there has been a great deal of thought put into the details of the renovation. When we return to Cairns someday, we’d love to come back to this property!

Paul

United States of America

Geckos was our first accomodation in Australia and we enjoyed in very much. The place received some major renovations with all new bathrooms, toilets and cozy rooms. Everything was very clean, super tidy and the kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need. The location is close to the city center, so walking to the esplanade, shopping centers and harbour is absolutely no problem. Despite the proximity to the city center it was really quiet and relaxing all day long. We definitely recommend Geckos Backpackers for a stay in Cairns!

Adrian

Germany

Away from noise. Nice lay out of property, clean kitchen. Clean every where. Clean rooms and showers. Staff is friendly and courteous, welcoming.

Yvonne

United States of America

Facility's simple but have all the things you need, owner is super, lend us the kitchen even after the check out time

王晴

Taiwan

Quiet Environment, close to cairns central. I will recommend it.

Amsoomro

Australia

Outstanding value for money, the beds were new and super comfortable, room has aircon, towels were provided and hostel was clean throughout. This was my second time staying here. Great place for a goodnights rest.

Australia

Friendly staff and just a cheap clean place to stay.

James

United States of America

Great place in great price. I strongly recommend that place so don't hesitate and book it if you're going to Cairns.

Bart

United States of America

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“The owner, Peter, goes out of his way to make the hostel an enjoyable, relaxing and peaceful hostel and is very knowledgeable when it comes to ocal tours etc.”

Jonathan Australia
“Superb!!! 👍🏻👍🏻 you guys are the best and I really enjoyed my stay with you. I would definitely recommend to all of my family & friends and I’ll stay there again. Cheers”

Yatima Thailand
“We loved our stay at Gecko’s. We originally booked one night and ended up staying for nine!”

Paul United States of America
“Geckos was our first accomodation in Australia and we enjoyed in very much. The place received some major renovations with all new bathrooms, toilets and cozy rooms.”

Adrian Germany
“Away from noise. Nice lay out of property, clean kitchen. Clean every where. Clean rooms and showers. Staff is friendly and courteous, welcoming.”

Yvonne United States of America
“Facility's simple but have all the things you need, owner is super, lend us the kitchen even after the check out time”

王晴 Taiwan
“Quiet Environment, close to cairns central. I will recommend it.”

Amsoomro Australia
“Outstanding value for money, the beds were new and super comfortable, room has aircon, towels were provided and hostel was clean throughout. This was my second time staying here.”

N Australia
“Friendly staff and just a cheap clean place to stay.”

James United States of America
“Great place in great price. I strongly recommend that place so don't hesitate and book it if you're going to Cairns.”

Bart United States of America

Surrounded by lush tropical gardens, Geckos Backpackers offers accommodations in a historical, heritage listed building in Cairns, 0.7 mi from Cairns Convention Center. Free street parking is available. It is located opposite Cairns Central Shopping Center, Coles Supermarket and the train station. Free unlimited WiFi is available.

Some rooms have ceilings up to 20 feet. Every room includes a shared bathroom. There is a shared 24-hour kitchen with free tea and coffee at the property. Some rooms feature air-conditioning and do not require coins to operate.

Guests can enjoy a TV room, small library, large swimming pool and unlimited internet. Laundry facilities are available.

Guests of Geckos Backpackers can approach staff at the extensive tour desk for arrangements of reef trips, rainforest tours, Kuranda scenic railway, skydiving, and white water rafting.

The Event Cinemas are 1,300 feet from Geckos Backpackers, while Cairns Regional Gallery is 0.6 mi away. The nearest airport is Cairns Airport, 3.7 mi from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

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Closest Landmarks *

Cairns Station
0.1 miles
Cairns Central Shopping Centre
0.1 miles
Rusty's Markets
0.3 miles
Cairns Regional Council
0.3 miles
The Cairns Civic Theater
0.3 miles
Cairns Electorate Office
0.4 miles
Cairns Family Court
0.4 miles
Barlow Park
0.4 miles
Cairns Magistrates Court
0.4 miles
Cairns Showgrounds
0.4 miles

Restaurants & Markets *

Coles Cairns Central Supermarket
0.6 miles

Closest Airports *

Cairns Airport
3.5 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“Good, clean, well-organized hostel. Close to everything you need.”

Adam

Australia

8.0

“Peter was really nice owner/manager pleasure to deal with. The rooms where small but cosy and had everything you need, everything was clean and tidy and the...”

Philip

United Kingdom

“Great location near the central shopping center”

Maggie

United Kingdom

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Children of all ages are welcome.

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Pets are not allowed.

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Air conditioning is including in the room rate.

“The owner, Peter, goes out of his way to make the hostel an enjoyable, relaxing and peaceful hostel and is very knowledgeable when it comes to ocal tours etc. The hostel location is excellent and is close to shopping, transport and only a short walk into the city centre and lagoon. All in all, its a nice place ran by nice and nowledgeable people.”

“Superb!!! 👍🏻👍🏻 you guys are the best and I really enjoyed my stay with you. I would definitely recommend to all of my family & friends and I’ll stay there again. Cheers ”

“We loved our stay at Gecko’s. We originally booked one night and ended up staying for nine! The building has a historic and open-air feel, and the rooms are lovely with very tall ceilings, wooden floors and natural white paint on the walls. The shared bathrooms are immaculately clean. It’s clear that there has been a great deal of thought put into the details of the renovation. When we return to Cairns someday, we’d love to come back to this property!”

“Geckos was our first accomodation in Australia and we enjoyed in very much. The place received some major renovations with all new bathrooms, toilets and cozy rooms. Everything was very clean, super tidy and the kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need. The location is close to the city center, so walking to the esplanade, shopping centers and harbour is absolutely no problem. Despite the proximity to the city center it was really quiet and relaxing all day long. We definitely recommend Geckos Backpackers for a stay in Cairns!”

“Outstanding value for money, the beds were new and super comfortable, room has aircon, towels were provided and hostel was clean throughout. This was my second time staying here. Great place for a goodnights rest.”

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Reviewed: November 15, 2019

Rupali
India

1 helpful vote
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Evening was perfect
We reached early at 10.30am and check in was at 11am. Our room was ready so we were allowed to checked in early. Hostel is very clean. Our room was nice with AC and fridge. Kitchen is well equipped. Hostel is in central area just out side of train station to Kurunda. We booked a tour from hostel with discount. Great value for money

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 14, 2019

Makarena
Chile
9.6

Exceptional
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
It was just one bathroom close to our room
Clean, good price, bed comfortable

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 13, 2019

Craig
Australia

2 helpful votes
7.0

“Quiet, calm and restful, well suited to my needs.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 10 nights
Some noisy guests.
Really close to major shops, food outlets and transport, <7 minutes by leisurely bike ride to the Cairns lagoon and pier and in close proximity to pubs and coffee shops the location is good, being just outside the centre of Cairns city. It was quiet and clean (which is why I chose Geckos) with a no alcohol policy and generally courteous guests at my time of accommodation. There is some traffic noise at times in front rooms but overall not a problem. The kitchen was clean and tidy with ample utensils but may conceivably get a little busy if there is a full house as it is not very big, not an issue during my stay. I had 10 nights in room 16 (downstairs 4 share) which was great with a comfy mattress and linen/blanket plus Peter gave me an extra pillow for my back, awesome! No aircon but the fans did a ample job with some assistance from a breeze from the windows. The pool looked inviting. The showers and toilets were clean as was the laundry. I would stay there again as it was good value for money and well suited my needs as a solo traveller.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: November 13, 2019

Maria
Australia
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
very good for the price. all the areas very clean. very helpful staff.

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 12, 2019

Julia
Latvia
8.3

“Clean, neat, quiet.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The only thing that I would change are pillows, the ones offered are not very comfortable.
The place was very clean, including bathroom and shower. Bathroom and the room was renovated and very pleasant. The owner does a good job in maintaining the place. Bedding and towels were offered at no extra cost. Free parking available right in front of the hostel.

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 12, 2019

Ruben
Netherlands
9.0

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Close to center, good price

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 9, 2019

Morgan
Australia
10

“It was a delight to stay”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Peter was a very genuine & helpful host. Happy to make bookings on my behalf & very accommodating. Thoroughly enjoyed my time at Geckos!!

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 5, 2019

Adam
Australia
8.0

“Clean and convenient”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 7 nights
Everything was fine.
Good, clean, well-organized hostel. Close to everything you need.

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 4, 2019

Philip
United Kingdom

4 helpful votes
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
Peter was really nice owner/manager pleasure to deal with. The rooms where small but cosy and had everything you need, everything was clean and tidy and the location was perfect. There a not really a bad thing to say about this hostel, would definitely stay again.

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 2, 2019

Lyndsey
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
8.0

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The beds were uncomfortable, I’d suggest more pillows! One wasn’t quite enough!
Recently renovated hostel, very clean and everything you need. We were a family travelling and this hostel was good value and is well situated to explore Cairns.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 27, 2019

Steve
Australia
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Geckos hostel would have to be one of the best I've ever stayed in. It was super clean, it's facilities were spot on and the building's refurbishment has been done immaculately. Peter the owner was extremely friendly and helpful and runs the place top notch. While not being a party hostel it still had a good sense of community. I highly recommend Geckoes as the place for your next stay in Cairns.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 24, 2019

Oksana
Ukraine
8.8

Excellent
- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Stayed 3 nights
If only some guests might keep their food packages (old staff) out of food lockers.
Quiet, clean and absolutely value for money! We stayed in a twin room, which was large enough for two, enjoyed getting up early morning with chirping of birds instead of the alarm going off. And the place is only a few steps away from the Kuranda railway station!!!! The shopping centre is a pretty short walking distance from Geckos.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 23, 2019

Jonathan
Australia
10

“An enjoyable and relaxing hostel.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The owner, Peter, goes out of his way to make the hostel an enjoyable, relaxing and peaceful hostel and is very knowledgeable when it comes to ocal tours etc. The hostel location is excellent and is close to shopping, transport and only a short walk into the city centre and lagoon. All in all, its a nice place ran by nice and nowledgeable people.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 22, 2019

Anonymous
Australia
9.6

“Review. The room was air conditioned and quiet. Bed was comfortable. Room was clean. Fridge in room was great. Wifi was ”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Tidy up the bathroom at the back. Need separate shower and toilets. Kitchen could get crowded in peak times.
It was old style and a little bit old school. Actually a bit adventurous.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 21, 2019

Emily
Australia
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I think there could be more seated area out side more so for breakfast and dinner when people want to all sit out there! But still reasonable so thats ok!
Property was wonderful. You could tell they took pride in keeping the accomodation clean. Updating the facilities was common daily too which is great. Very clean and comfortable!

Stayed in October 2019

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