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Shared Dormitory (6 bed with shared bathroom)
1 Twin Bed
Room sleeps 1 guest
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Double Room (Shared Bathroom Facilities)
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Shared Dormitory (6 bed with ensuite)
1 Twin Bed
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Shared Dormitory, Women only (6 bed with shared bathroom)
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Get an overview of this hotel
Adults-only Cairns hostel in Cairns Central Business District with a 24-hour front desk

Popular property highlights

Free WiFi
Laundry facilities
24-hour front desk

With a stay at Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel in Cairns (Cairns Central Business District), you'll be steps from Cairns Esplanade and 7 minutes by foot from Cairns Marlin Marina. This hostel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Cairns Central Shopping Centre and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Michaelmas Cay.

Make yourself at home in one of the 20 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include phones and safes, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace. Additional features at this hostel include complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and tour/ticket assistance.

Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.

Featured amenities include a computer station, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel is provided for a surcharge (available on request).

Languages spoken

  • English

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Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel

83 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD 4870

Hotel Amenities

Hotel Amenities

  • Total number of rooms - 20
  • Number of floors - 2
  • Number of buildings/towers - 1
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Television in common areas
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Picnic area
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Express check-out
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Free WiFi
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Computer station
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Luggage storage
  • Airport transport - pickup (surcharge)
  • Free parking nearby
  • Terrace
  • Wheelchair accessible: No

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Languages spoken

  • English

Parking

Free parking nearby

Room Amenities

Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and shared/communal kitchens. This Cairns hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Air conditioning
  • Fridge
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Phone
  • In-room safe
  • Microwave
  • Cookware, dishware and utensils
  • Stovetop
  • Free WiFi
  • Shared/communal kitchen access
  • Towels provided
  • Linens provided
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste not available

Nearby Things to do

Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Minimum check-in age is: 18

Check-in time ends at 5:30 AM

Check-out

Check-out time is 10:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

You need to know

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A credit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted.

For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

No rollaway/extra beds available

No cots (infant beds) available

No lifts

Minimum guest age is 18

Caters to adults only

Service animals are allowed

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Debit cards not accepted

Host will greet you

Staffed front desk

Property is cleaned with disinfectant

Staff do not wear personal protective equipment

Protective clothing is not available for guests

No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas

Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser

Social distancing measures are in place

Contactless check-in is not available

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

Individually wrapped food options are not available

No gap period between guests' stays

Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly

Temperature checks are not available to guests

Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F

Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Contactless check-out is not available

Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association

Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning

Cashless transactions are not available

Masks are not compulsory at the property

Reservation is not required for facilities on site

Mobile key entry is not available

Food service not has not been amended for enhanced safety

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 50.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 15 per person

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

Hotel Names

  • Waterfront Backpackers Hostel Cairns
  • Waterfront Backpackers Hostel
  • Waterfront Backpackers Cairns
  • Waterfront Backpackers
  • Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel Cairns
  • Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

We should mention

Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property.

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