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Global Backpackers Cairns

2.0 star property
Adults-only hostel near Cairns Esplanade

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Pool
Outdoor pool
Standard Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (4 Bed Dorm Room) | Balcony view
A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a window, and a balcony.
Balcony

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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67 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, 4870
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Esplanade Lagoon
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Night Markets
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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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)

  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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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

  • 102 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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
  • Free WiFi

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)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 113 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Cairns

Seaside stay .A stay at this Cairns Central Business District hostel places you steps from Esplanade Lagoon and within a 10-minute walk of Reef Fleet Terminal. Cairns Esplanade and Michaelmas Cay are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Esplanade Lagoon - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cairns Night Markets - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Reef Hotel Casino - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Rattle n Hum Cairns - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Villa Romana - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Pizza - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Social by Crystalbrook - ‬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.

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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 to 9:00 PM at scheduled times

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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.

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

How close is Global Backpackers Cairns to the airport?

Global Backpackers Cairns is 4 mi (12-min drive) away from the Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Global Backpackers Cairns have an airport shuttle?

Global Backpackers Cairns offers an airport shuttle from 3:30 AM to 9:00 PM, at scheduled times, for a charge of AUD 15. per person, one-way.

How close is Global Backpackers Cairns to the beach?

This hostel is 14.3 mi (27-min drive) from Palm Cove Beach and 7.7 mi (17-min drive) from Holloways Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Global Backpackers Cairns offer free breakfast?

Global Backpackers Cairns does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Global Backpackers Cairns?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Reef Hotel Casino (5-min walk) and Cazalys Cairns (5-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Global Backpackers Cairns?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM.

Is there free parking at Global Backpackers Cairns?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Global Backpackers Cairns have a pool?

Global Backpackers Cairns features outdoor pool access.

Does Global Backpackers Cairns have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Global Backpackers Cairns to downtown Cairns?

Global Backpackers Cairns is 0.1 mi away from Tropical North Waterfront.

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

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing Views!

WOW - what an amazing place! I stayed here for three nights, but I wish it had been longer. This hostel has just recently reopened after major renovations (June 20, 2019, I believe). It has a wonderful location as well as a beautiful view of the ocean. It is in a prime location on the Esplanade. Loads of restaurants nearby, the night markets, the lagoon, the Reef Fleet Terminal, Train Station, Woolworths, etc. When I arrived I was greeted by the two people who were running the travel desk. Laura was manning the reception desk. She checked me in quickly and gave me a personal tour of the hostel. Originally, I had booked a 4 bed dorm, but after the tour decided to switch to a waterfront dorm. The views are stunning. I highly recommend the waterfront rooms. You have an unobstructed view of the Pacific. The beds and sheets are great. Each bed has two outlets to use and there are storage lockers under the lower bunk. The kitchen is on the top floor and has an open deck looking out on the water. The kitchen is fully equipped and everything is brand new. There is a huge fridge and pantry, for food storage. Free breakfast is included in your stay and includes toast with a variety of spreads and also a selection of cereals. Communal bathrooms are fantastic. Some rooms also feature an ensuite, if you prefer. All three ladies, who work at the front desk (Laura, Kim and Kiera), were incredibly helpful and made my stay most enjoyable and memorable. I would definitely book here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Renuma

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hostel. Clean, ok size rooms, commonareas fresh.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place

Great place in a great location. Clean modern friendly. Swimming across the road in the lagoon is wonderful. Cheap meals at PJ oBrien with a hostel voucher a bonus. 99% perfect. Only issues slightly warm at night even with air con which is set at 24 degs and a bit of shade in the dining area at breakfast would help. View from breakfast area is superb.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was quite a perfect place to stay! The hostel was brand new and clean, the location was perfect and I even ended up staying alone in the dorm for a couple of nights (it pays off to pay a little bit extra for the waterfront dorm!).
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and tidy. The communal kitchen is large and everyting is placed in particular spots and labled.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
たまに臭い枕があったこと以外全て満足しました。水回りや寝室もとても清潔でした。年越しの花火は、ホステルの屋上からゆったりと見ることができ、また他の主要スポットにも近く最高のリッチでした。スタッフの方も英語が話せない私達に時間外でも親切に臨機応変に対応していただきありがとうございました。
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best hostel I’ve ever stayed in

Amazing staff, Priscilla was great—room was new and clean, location was better than all of the hotels I saw in Cairns. Highly recommend, best hostel I’ve stayed in!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Impressively renovated and great location

I stayed in a four-bed dorm with sea view and balcony. It was very nice. The kitchen and eating area are on a fourth-floor balcony looking out over the water. Although a holiday period, the hostel was not full, possibly because travelers have not yet discovered the value this hostel now offers.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hostel in great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Kamilla

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The reception area was cool and with a modern touch on the furniture. The kitchen and dining area has a beautiful view over the harbour/reef fleet. Close to the City Centre
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Majid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
i dunno why u didn't include the towel, but the room was clean, the wifi connection was supper fast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and brought us up to our room! Everything was very clean and secure. Breakfast could have been a little better- mostly toast and cereal.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great service, good cooking facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice modern hostel

The hostel was nice and clean. The people in our room were super friendly and nice too.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice updated clean hostel

The hostel was super nice. Very clean and modernized. The people that were in the room were super cool and friendly as well. People from all over the world and fun to talk to.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay!

Clean and comfortable room, friendly staff, great location! I'd highly recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

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