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Double Room (Shared Bathroom Facilities)
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1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
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Shared Dormitory (6 bed with ensuite)
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1 Twin Bed
Twin Room (Shared bathroom)
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Shared Dormitory, Women only (6 bed with shared bathroom)
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Shared Dormitory (6 bed with shared bathroom)
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Shared Dormitory (2 bed with shared bathroom)
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1 Twin Bed
About the neighborhood
Cairns
Cairns Central Business District 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).
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available on request) is available for a fee. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Cairns hostel.
1 building
20 guestrooms or units
2 levels
Deli
Dry cleaning
Self-service laundry
Front desk (24 hours)
Express check-out
Storage area for luggage
Front-desk safe
Tour and ticket information
Terrace
BBQ grill(s)
Outdoor picnic space
Computer for guest use
Television in lobby
Smoking in designated areas
Bar or lounge
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.
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free offsite parking
Airport pick-up shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
Food and drink
A bar/lounge
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
Outdoor pool
TV in common areas
Accessibility
No elevator
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Towels
Food and drink
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Microwave
Refrigerator
Shared kitchen access
Stovetop
More
Air conditioning
Phone
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express 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
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Staffed front desk, lockbox
Pets
No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
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.
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
Deposit: AUD 50.00 per stay
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
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
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 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
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 credit cards; cash is not accepted
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 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.
We should mention
This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.
How close is Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel to the airport?
Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel is 4.4 mi (8-min drive) away from the Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel have an airport shuttle?
Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel offers a shuttle from the airport to the hotel from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, at scheduled times, for a charge of AUD 15 per person.
How close is Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel to the beach?
This hostel is 14.3 mi (27-min drive) from Palm Cove Beach and 7.6 mi (16-min drive) from Holloways Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel offer free breakfast?
Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel?
No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Reef Hotel Casino (6-min walk) and Cazalys Cairns (5-min drive) are nearby.
What time is check-in at Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM.
Is there free parking at Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel?
Free parking is not available at this hostel.
Does Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel have a pool?
Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel features an outdoor pool.
Does Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this hostel.
How close is Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel to downtown Cairns?
Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel is 0.2 mi away from Cairns.
Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel Reviews
Reviews
5.4
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.
Filthy. Bed had sand on it. Floors had weird stains. Air con locked out during peak heat times. Noisy. No lock on bathroom door leading directly from kitchen.
The showers are crap. And the toilets aren’t really clean. But for a few nights only and for that price it’s completely alright to stay there and the nightmarket is underneath the hostel. It’s not noisy in there and the fridges have small lockers for every person, so no one can steal food from you. It’s not too bad, but nothing I would like to stay in for a month
This place had a funky smell very small.
No towels. Shared washroom was very hot a not clean. The toilet paper was the cheapest kind. This is my first and last time in this hostel.
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
4/10 Poor
Tara, QLD Australua
Oct 11, 2018
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I asked to leave small suitcase before chack in, but there was no stuff and everytime when I require assistance, he wasnt really friendly. But tour desk stuffs were always friendly and nice.