Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
Esplanade Lagoon - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
Cairns Marlin Marina - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
Getting around
Cairns Station - 7 min drive
Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 5 min drive
Restaurants
Sushi Train North Cairns - 16 min walk
Guyala Cafe - 3 min walk
Odett's Cafe - 11 min walk
Cock & Bull - 14 min walk
Serpent Bar - 1 min walk
About this property
Summer House Backpackers Cairns
Hostel near Cairns Esplanade
Take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe at Summer House Backpackers Cairns. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and an arcade/game room.
You'll also find perks like:
An outdoor pool with sun loungers
Free self parking
Bike rentals, ATM/banking services, and tour/ticket assistance
Outdoor furniture, concierge services, and a vending machine
Room features
All 83 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More amenities include:
Blackout drapes/curtains and sound-insulated walls
Communal kitchens and daily housekeeping
Languages
Dutch, English, French, Hebrew, Spanish
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM–9:30 AM
1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
1 bar
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Bicycle rentals
Billiards/pool table
Outdoor pool
Conveniences
ATM/banking services
Lockers available
Vending machine
Guest services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Tour/ticket assistance
Outdoors
BBQ grill(s)
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Pool sun loungers
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
This property does not have elevators
Handrails in stairways
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
More
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
TV in lobby
Room amenities
Bedroom
Air conditioning
Bed sheets
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathroom
Shower
Towels
Food and drink
Shared kitchen access
More
Soundproofing
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Property payment types
Important information
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
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Property is also known as
Summer House Backpackers Cairns Hostel Cairns North
Summer House Backpackers Cairns Hostel
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Summer House Backpackers Cairns Cairns North
Summer House Backpackers Cairns Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Frequently asked questions
Does Summer House Backpackers Cairns have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is Summer House Backpackers Cairns pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Summer House Backpackers Cairns?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Summer House Backpackers Cairns?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Summer House Backpackers Cairns?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Summer House Backpackers Cairns located?
Located in Cairns North, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland and Cairns Esplanade. Red Arrow Walk and Cairns Base Hospital are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Summer House Backpackers Cairns Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
The hostel and services are very well organized, the staff is very friendly, it is a big hostel and therefore many people uses the premises and sometimes there are issues, overall it is a good place to stay if you want to save a lot of money while in Cairns
I've only stayed 2 nights but so far the staff has been friendly and helpful. Beds are comfortable and the bath is clean. Free service transportation.
It wasn't loud and not quiet, perfect if you want a good night's sleep but also want to socialize.
I was overcharged by $124 and refunded $119.80. The bed was hard and showers were cold. I booked a dorm room for 27 a nigjt on Wotif but because of my age being 53, i had to pay 140 a night for a single room that looked like a prison cell. The tables to eat and drink at were never cleaned by staff, the kitchen was dirty and grounds were unkept. The pool was dirty, you wouldnt swim in it. The staff were more concerned about themselves than the customers, eating in front of them, talking with each other while people were waiting to be served. Terrible and i would not recommend it at all.
Lovely swimming pool and bar, room was clean, big kitchen but no cutlery or plates - you had to hire them. As I was only there one night and had a teaspoon with me I had to eat my food out of the pot !!!
Very large and busy but very friendly place
You get what you pay for! I was in a room with 3 other girls. Beds were alright but when I went to the bathroom, I saw a massive cockroach run out. It’s not super clean but manageable. I was only there for one night and booked it because of how close it was to the airport. When I was checking out in the morning, no one was at the desk and I had to wait around 5-10 mins for someone to show up. Overall, I’d give this place a 2.5 star!
Stayed for 1 night, staff were efficient and helpful, the hostel was clean and lively with a great outdoor pool and bar area. The 24hr reception was very useful as I left at 3am and staff were super helpful!