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Global Backpackers Cairns

2.0 star property
Adults-only hostel near Cairns Esplanade

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Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (8 Bed Dorm Room)
Terrace/patio
Pool
Restaurant
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Laundry
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  • Housekeeping
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  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi

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67 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, 4870
  • Popular LocationCairns Esplanade1 min walk
  • Popular LocationCairns Marlin Marina6 min walk
  • Popular LocationCairns Central Shopping Centre11 min walk
  • AirportCairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)12 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (6 Bed Dorm Room)

Standard Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (6 Bed Dorm Room)

Standard Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (6 Bed Dorm Room)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (4 Bed Dorm Room)

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (4 Bed Dorm Room)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (4 Bed Dorm Female Only)

Standard Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (4 Bed Dorm Female Only)

Standard Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (4 Bed Dorm Female Only)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (8 Bed Dorm Room)

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (8 Bed Dorm Room)

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (8 Bed Dorm Room)

  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (4 Bed Waterfront Dorm)

Standard Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (4 Bed Waterfront Dorm)

Standard Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (4 Bed Waterfront Dorm)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the area

Cairns

Seaside stay .Within a 10-minute walk of this Cairns Central Business District hostel, you'll find Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Marlin Marina. Michaelmas Cay and Cairns Regional Gallery are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 1 min walk
  • Cairns Night Markets - 3 min walk
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 6 min walk
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - 6 min walk
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 11 min walk

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 12 min walk
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Flynn's Italian by Crystalbrook - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Grill'd - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Courtyard - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pho Street Cairns - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Rattle N Hum - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Global Backpackers Cairns

Adults-only hostel near Cairns Esplanade
As a guest of Global Backpackers Cairns, you'll find a rooftop terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. An airport shuttle at scheduled times is available for a fee. Global Backpackers Cairns also features tour/ticket assistance, laundry facilities, and a front-desk safe. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property.

This Cairns hostel is smoke free.

  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
Global Backpackers Cairns offers 19 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and fans. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

Dutch, English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired Internet

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 3:30 AM - 9:00 PM
  • Airport shuttle at scheduled times

Things to do

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • In-room accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Fan

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Local maps
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • This property welcomes adults only.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 15 per person (one-way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Property is also known as

Global Backpackers Waterfront Hostel Cairns
Global Backpackers Waterfront Hostel
Global Backpackers Waterfront Cairns
Global Backpackers Waterfront
Global Backpackers Cairns Cairns
Global Backpackers Cairns Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Global Backpackers Cairns Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cairns

Global Backpackers Cairns Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to most places. Super clean. Excellent room. Comfortable bed. Had a queen room with it’s own shower. Would recommend and would absolutely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kim was really outstanding in her service. I had accidentally booked into a mixed dorm that was full of males, and when she knew I was coming for a funeral, she went absolutely above and beyond to accommodate me. I ended up having a room to myself with waterfront views. This is not the norm, so I was ever so appreciative. Apart from that I really enjoyed the atmosphere and the building is perfectly situated and surrounded by cool things to see and do. Thanks Global. I’ll be back again. 😘
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yen Kit Kelvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a very clean and new hostel. Staffs are super nice and helpful! Definitely recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Renuma

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The views from the kitchen were beautiful! Host was very friendly and accommodating, rooms clean and comfortable for a short stay. Laidback environment not party scene. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Glenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great
The staff are so friendly and they he services are great.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great visit all good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully located, close to everything you need and great value. Kim and the other staff are very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Sven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hostel in Cairns, Australia
I had a short one night stay due to busy travel home to Denmark (Corona) and limited flights. Excellent location and nice people. Fine kitchen area and roof terrace. Room could need a little better floor cleaning. I was in a 4 bed with no bathroom but fine terrace with ocean view.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fab hostel
I really enjoyed my stay at this hostel. When I arrived, I was able to upgrade to a 4 bed dorm with en-suite which I had to myself. The hostel staff let me check in early and were really helpful regarding trips in the area. The view from the kitchen is brilliant. The rooms are really clean and so are the communal spaces. There is a decent free breakfast in the mornings too. This is probably the best hostel I’ve stayed at on the east coast!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020