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Global Backpackers Cairns

2.0 star property
Adults-only hostel in Cairns with a rooftop terrace

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Standard Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (4 Bed Dorm Room) | Balcony
Standard Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (4 Bed Waterfront Dorm) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
City view from property

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Signature Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 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) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fan
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fan
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fan
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 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) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fan
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 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) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 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) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Fan
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
67 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, 4870

What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Esplanade Lagoon - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Reef Hotel Casino - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Rattle N Hum - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Flynn's Italian by Crystalbrook - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Crepe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Pizza Trattoria - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Imm Thai Cafe - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Global Backpackers Cairns

Hostel near Cairns Esplanade
Close to Cairns Marlin Marina and Reef Fleet Terminal, Global Backpackers Cairns provides an airport shuttle, a rooftop terrace, and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Outdoor pool access nearby
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), luggage storage, and a front-desk safe
  • Multilingual staff, a vending machine, and a TV in the lobby
  • Smoke-free premises, tour/ticket assistance, and an elevator
Room features
All guestrooms at Global Backpackers Cairns offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Communal kitchens, fans, and daily housekeeping

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

Conveniences

  • Elevator
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

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)

More

  • Communal living room
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Smoke-free property
  • TV in lobby

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 staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Global Backpackers Cairns have a pool?

Yes, this property has outdoor pool access.

Is Global Backpackers Cairns pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Global Backpackers Cairns?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Global Backpackers Cairns?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Global Backpackers Cairns provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 3:30 AM–9:00 PM at scheduled times. A fee of AUD 15 per person applies.

Where is Global Backpackers Cairns located?

Located in Cairns Central Business District, this hostel is steps from Michaelmas Cay and Cairns Esplanade. Cairns Marlin Marina and Reef Fleet Terminal are also within 10 minutes. Cairns Station is 12 minutes by foot.

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Global Backpackers Cairns Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

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