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 $14 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.1

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Hostel Geckos Backpackers

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187 Bunda Street, Parramatta Park, Cairns Central, 4870 Cairns, Australia –

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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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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.

Altaf

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

The property is a beautiful old restored Queenslander, meaning that it only has minimal occupants at one time. The twin room was a perfect size & Peter (manager?) couldn't have been more helpful. There is a great kitchen area with free tea & coffee as well as parking & a pool. All for a great price & within 600m from the city centre & right across from the main shopping plaza.

Kel

Canada

The garden outside surrounding the property feels very tropical 🌴 Aire and ample entry kitchen and sitting area great location

Julia

Colombia

Nice rooms Large kitchen Good location close to Cairns central Nice ouside areas !

Heloise

France

Quiet and friendly little hostel. Value for money, nothing special but cosy atmosphere. Rooms are basic but perfect for what I needed.

Sarah

United Kingdom

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8.9

Free WiFi

What guests loved the most:
“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.”

Altaf 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
“The property is a beautiful old restored Queenslander, meaning that it only has minimal occupants at one time.”

Kel Canada
“The garden outside surrounding the property feels very tropical 🌴 Aire and ample entry kitchen and sitting area great location”

Julia Colombia
“Nice rooms Large kitchen Good location close to Cairns central Nice ouside areas !”

Heloise France
“Quiet and friendly little hostel. Value for money, nothing special but cosy atmosphere. Rooms are basic but perfect for what I needed.”

Sarah United Kingdom

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 8.1 for a two-person trip.

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Cairns Station
0.1 miles
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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

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Coles Cairns Central Supermarket
0.6 miles

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Cairns Airport
3.5 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“I like how it’s a quiet non party hostel. Although partying is great for me and my partner we are looking for somewhere just to chill with less noise for the en...”

Allison

United Kingdom

“Great location across from shopping centre and short walk to the beach. Friendly and helpful staff.”

Carly

United States of America

8.7

“Me and my partner stayed in multiple backpackers in Cairns, and we can by far say that Geckos has been one of the best . Geckos was the only place that felt lik...”

Sivan

Australia

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12:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Children & Beds

Children are welcome

No cribs are available

No extra beds are available

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

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Pets are not allowed.

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Air conditioning is including in the room rate.

“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.”

“The property is a beautiful old restored Queenslander, meaning that it only has minimal occupants at one time. The twin room was a perfect size & Peter (manager?) couldn't have been more helpful. There is a great kitchen area with free tea & coffee as well as parking & a pool. All for a great price & within 600m from the city centre & right across from the main shopping plaza.”

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Reviewed: July 22, 2019

Maria
Vietnam
10

“Exactly what you need at an affordable rate”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Peter the owner is very friendly and welcoming. The hostel is clean, beds are comfy and the bathrooms seem like they've recently been refurbished all very shiny and clean. Kitchen is adequate for any basic cooking. Enjoyed our stay here so much we were back two days later!

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 18, 2019

Eva
Germany
7.1

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
It is a bit far away from everything and you also hear the street at night, but pack some earplugs and it will be fine :)
They were very friendly and everything was really clean!

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 11, 2019

Anonymous
Germany
8.3

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Deluxe Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nice Hostel Friendly staff

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 9, 2019

Anonymous
United States of America
8.3

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • 4-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Peter, the manager, and I had a disagreement upon arrival. We discussed it, and he compromised. He's a stand-up guy. He also sent me on THE BEST tour of the reef. Talk to him about it. He knows so much about the local tours/guides. He's put a lot of work into the place, and you can tell by how hard he works everyday.

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 5, 2019

Anonymous
United States of America
8.3

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Triple Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Great welcome and helpful staff.

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 3, 2019

Chia
Taiwan
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
It’s a great place to stay and the service was excellent!

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: June 28, 2019

Jessica
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
10

“Best place in Cairns ”
- • Group of friends
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
There is nothing negative to say about this place, is just perfect!
The kitchen is always clean, full of equipment so make it easy for us backpackers or people just in holiday. Super clean, the double room that we got make us feel at home. That's why we couldn't move anywhere else at the moment. Peter is helpful, really nice and caring.

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 28, 2019

Karl
Austria
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • 4-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Very clean and quiet

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 27, 2019

Honorata
Poland
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
It’s very clean, looks like it had just been renovated. Bathrooms were nice, new and clean. Room very comfy, has everything needed (ac, small fridge, comfy bed).

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 25, 2019

Dakota
Australia
10

“10/10 would stay here again!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Geckos is easy to get to from the airport, located very central. Located across the street from shopping at Coles and Target in Cairns Central and the waterfront isn't all that far either. The on-site kitchen isn't lacking in space or cramped like some other places. The common areas were always very clean. When walking into the recently updated room it was like walking into a tropical oasis, the good lighting, the cooler colors of the room and sheets. The bed was comfortable, not thin and springy. Was also offered a thick blanket for the cooler nights that came in. Peter is a kind gentleman and one who is attentive and able to answer any questions you may have.

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 24, 2019

Cassie
China
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Deluxe Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The location is good close to central . And the pool is clean. Staffs are nice.

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 20, 2019

Zsolt
Hungary
10

Exceptional
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • 4-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
Family house style tranquil, peaceful place

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 16, 2019

Anouk
Netherlands
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Deluxe Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Can’t think about something now.
We enjoyed our stay in Geckos. Peter was really friendly and wanted to help us with everything we needed. We had a private 2 single bed room which was really comfy and nice.. and the accomodation generally was clean and tidy as well :) Thanks Peter & Team for the nice stay here.

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 13, 2019

Lisa
Germany
9.6

“Comfy accommodation with a cute style”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
We could feel the ventilator from the room under us in the bed.
Very cute style with everything we needed. A lot of flyer and a very helpful manager. More for people, who like to have a quiet and comfy accommodation, not for party people, as there is no alcohol and noise allowed.

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 13, 2019

Allison
United Kingdom
10

“Great location, great staff, great hostel”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Deluxe Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
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I like how it’s a quiet non party hostel. Although partying is great for me and my partner we are looking for somewhere just to chill with less noise for the end of our travels in Australia. The location was great too right near supermarkets shops and bars. Peter was really friendly and helpful and clearly takes pride in the hostel. Also very clean!

Stayed in June 2019

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	Deluxe Twin Room 2 twin beds	Show prices
Start of dialog content Free parking This twin room has air conditioning. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Shower • Safe • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Iron • Desk • Shared bathroom • Ironing facilities • Sitting area • Fan • Toilet • Microwave • Washing machine • Kitchen • Private entrance • View • Hardwood or parquet floors • Wake-up service • Dining area • Electric kettle • Kitchenware • Towels/Sheets (extra fee) • Dryer • Stovetop • Toaster • Garden view • Pool view • Mountain view • Cleaning products • Towels • Linens • Dining table • Outdoor furniture • Outdoor dining area • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Toilet paper • Books, DVDs or music for children Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is 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
	Deluxe Double Room 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Free parking This double room features air conditioning. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Shower • Safe • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Iron • Balcony • Refrigerator • Desk • Shared bathroom • Ironing facilities • Sitting area • Fan • Toilet • Microwave • Washing machine • Patio • Kitchen • Private entrance • View • Hardwood or parquet floors • Wake-up service • Dining area • Electric kettle • Kitchenware • Towels/Sheets (extra fee) • Dryer • Stovetop • Toaster • Garden view • Cleaning products • Terrace • Towels • Linens • Dining table • Outdoor furniture • Outdoor dining area • Toilet paper • Books, DVDs or music for children Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is 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
	4-Bed Dormitory Room 1 twin bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Free parking Rooms are 28 square yards. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Shower • Safe • Hairdryer • Iron • Desk • Shared bathroom • Ironing facilities • Sitting area • Fan • Toilet • Microwave • Washing machine • Kitchen • Private entrance • View • Hardwood or parquet floors • Wake-up service • Dining area • Electric kettle • Kitchenware • Towels/Sheets (extra fee) • Dryer • Stovetop • Toaster • Garden view • Cleaning products • Towels • Linens • Dining table • Outdoor furniture • Outdoor dining area • Entire unit located on ground floor • Toilet paper • Books, DVDs or music for children Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is 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
	Single Room 1 twin bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Free parking This single room has air conditioning. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Shower • Safe • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Iron • Refrigerator • Desk • Shared bathroom • Ironing facilities • Sitting area • Fan • Toilet • Microwave • Washing machine • Kitchen • Private entrance • View • Hardwood or parquet floors • Wake-up service • Dining area • Electric kettle • Kitchenware • Towels/Sheets (extra fee) • Dryer • Stovetop • Toaster • Garden view • Cleaning products • Towels • Linens • Dining table • Outdoor furniture • Outdoor dining area • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Toilet paper • Books, DVDs or music for children Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is 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
	Triple Room 1 twin bed and 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content Free parking This triple room has air conditioning. Room Facilities: • Tea/Coffee maker • Shower • Safe • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Iron • Refrigerator • Desk • Shared bathroom • Ironing facilities • Sitting area • Fan • Toilet • Microwave • Washing machine • Kitchen • Private entrance • View • Hardwood or parquet floors • Wake-up service • Dining area • Electric kettle • Kitchenware • Towels/Sheets (extra fee) • Dryer • Stovetop • Toaster • Garden view • Cleaning products • Towels • Linens • Dining table • Outdoor furniture • Outdoor dining area • Entire unit located on ground floor • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Toilet paper • Books, DVDs or music for children Parking: Free! Free private parking is available on site (reservation is 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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