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Hostel
Mad Monkey Backpackers Waterfront
93A Esplanade, 4870 Cairns, Australia – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.6/10! (score from 505 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
the place was tidy and clean, convenient location, like the lock system for security

smart and convenient, in right center, coffeeshop nearby

Location, the general vibe and friendliness of everyone.

The place is cheap, the breakfast is very good. They clean the bathroom and kitchen every day.

Free use of inbound airport shuttle. Great location near the boat tour piers. Plenty of restaurants and shops around. Friendly staff. AC, Wifi, and security strong. Self service laundry good for A$10. Kitchen and common area good. En-suite bathroom good. Daily specials for food and activities. Tour desk helpful. Would definitely come back!

The rooms are super clean and comfortable. The staff clean them several times a day. Probably one of the best bathrooms I’ve had in a hostel.

Very friendly staff, excellent location, free breakfast

Free breakfast. There is bathroom in the room. Quiet hostel. Nobody make noisy in the night.

It is very convenient if you are staying a couple nights. We used the laundry facility a couple times, and the shared bathroom/shower seemed clean enough. The card access system seems quite secure. It's also not very loud (at least when I visited).

It has a good location, decents beds, and there are lockers in the room. The happy tours desk just at the door was also good

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Munyrath
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Tiina
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Dayana
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Robert
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Laura
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Martijn
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Akemi
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Marcel
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Is it quiet at night?Yes! We have a night manager who regularly checks the common areas to insure that quiet hours are met between 12am-7am.Answered on October 20, 2019
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I want to know how much the additional charge for airport shuttle (to and from airport). Also, if it is possible to pick me up from the airport around 12-1 am.Hi, thanks for booking with us! Unfortunately due to COVID restrictions the shuttle service is currently unavailable. You will need to schedule an uber or Cairns taxi to transport you to the hostel. See you soon! Kind regards, Mad Monkey Team.Answered on November 26, 2020
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are you still offer the breakfast with the covid time ?Hi, Yes we still offer free breakfast every morning : cereal, oatmeal, musli, toast, pancakes, jams, fruits, beans, tea and coffee :) Kind regards, Mad Monkey TeamAnswered on November 12, 2020
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Hello just wondering what time the tour desk is open if u have one?Hello, Thanks for your question :) You can send any travel queries through to adventures@madmonkey.com.au and one of our travel specialists will be in touch to help! Thanks Mad Monkey Waterfront TeamAnswered on August 27, 2021
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I have a flight leaving 7am on a Sunday which suggests a fair bit earlier at the airport. How will I get there? tezzaHi :) We would recommend to either take an Uber or an airport shuttle. Exemplar are the shuttle company we usually recommend. We are only about a 20 mins drive from the airport. Thanks :)Answered on March 22, 2022
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Cairns Night Markets0.1 miles
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Cairns City Library0.1 miles
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Cairns Esplanade Lagoon0.1 miles
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Cairns Esplanade0.1 miles
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The Center of Contemporary Arts0.1 miles
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Cairns Regional Gallery0.1 miles
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The Cairns Museum0.2 miles
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Reef and Rainforest Research Centre0.2 miles
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Cairns Family Court0.2 miles
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Cairns Marlin Marina0.3 miles
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Restaurant La Pizza0 miles
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Cafe/Bar Courtyard0 miles
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Rusty's Markets0.3 miles
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The Cairns Civic Theater0.4 miles
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Cairns Electorate Office0.4 miles
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Cairns Rainforest Dome0.5 miles
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Cairns Station0.6 miles
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Cairns Base Hospital0.7 miles
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Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens2.3 miles
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Skyway Rainforest Cableway7.3 miles
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Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park7.5 miles
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Holloways Beach6 miles
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Cairns Airport3.2 miles
Cancellation/
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Children & Beds
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
There's no capacity for cribs at this property.
This property doesn't offer extra beds.
Age restriction
Check-in is only possible for guests between 18 and 35 years old
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Mad Monkey Backpackers Waterfront accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
The property cannot accept guests under the age of 18 years.
All guests must sign the property's Terms of Stay.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
As a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has temporarily suspended its shuttle services.
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.
It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Mad Monkey Backpackers Waterfront of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
FAQs about Mad Monkey Backpackers Waterfront
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Check-in at Mad Monkey Backpackers Waterfront is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.
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The prices at Mad Monkey Backpackers Waterfront may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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The nearest beach is 350 feet from Mad Monkey Backpackers Waterfront.
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Mad Monkey Backpackers Waterfront is 1,650 feet from the center of Cairns.
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From the nearest airport, you can get to Mad Monkey Backpackers Waterfront by:
- Taxi 15min
- Airport shuttle (public) 20min
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Mad Monkey Backpackers Waterfront offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Fitness center