Global Backpackers Cairns | Hostel in Cairns

| 8.5 (1895 Reviews) |   54 Bedrooms  7 Bathrooms  21 Guests
Cairns Central Business District Hostel | Global Backpackers Cairns

54 Bedroom Hostel in Cairns Central Business District, Cairns

Located in Cairns and with Cairns Station reachable within a 12-minute walk, Global Backpackers Cairns has a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. The property is close to several well-known attractions, a 5-minute walk from Cairns City Library, 300 yards from Cairns Esplanade and a 4-minute walk from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon. Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens is 2.8 miles away and Skyway Rainforest Cableway is 8.3 miles from the hostel. The rooms have air conditioning, and some accommodations at the hostel have a balcony. A range of activities can be enjoyed on site or nearby, including hiking and water park. Popular points of interest near Global Backpackers Cairns include Cairns Convention Center, Cairns Regional Gallery and The Cairns Civic Theater. Cairns Airport is 4.3 miles from the property.

Global Backpackers Cairns is located in Cairns.

This 54 Bedrooms Hostel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Air Conditioner, Wheelchair Accessible, Balcony/Terrace, and several others. This is a 5 star rated property and has over 1895 reviews with the average score of 8.5 . Coming to Cairns and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hostel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
TV
View
Wheelchair Accessible
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Accessibility
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Guest Services
Entertainment
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
Activities
  • Horseback riding
  • Fishing
  • Diving
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
  • Fitness classes
  • Cycling
  • Snorkeling
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
  • Water park
Entertainment
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning
  • Elevator
  • Adults only
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
Guest Services
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Lockers
  • Laundry
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Wifi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
Security/Safety
  • Key card access
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • First aid kits available
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Cashless payment available
  • Contactless check-in/out

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

Please inform global backpackers waterfront in advance if you want to use the service, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation, please note that global backpackers waterfront cannot accommodate guests under the age of 18, please note that guests are required to provide passport identification upon check-in.please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Reviews

Value for money:
8.6
Location:
9.76
Staff:
8.98
Facilities:
8.71
Comfort:
8.61
Cleanliness:
8.55
Mark
Sep 28, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   10
USA
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (ages 18 - 35 only)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 7 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Toilet, Shower, Toilet paper, Shared bathroom

General

Key card access, Soundproof, Air conditioning, Hardwood or parquet floors, Trash cans, Fan, Lockers, Smoke Alarm

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Queen Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 9 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Queen Room

Bathroom

Shower, Conditioner, Toilet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Private bathroom, Towels, Walk-in shower, Shampoo, Toilet paper, Body soap

Media & Technology

TV, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, Satellite channels

General

Key card access, Soundproof, Air conditioning, Hardwood or parquet floors, Trash cans, Fan, Reading light, Smoke Alarm

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Queen Room - Disability Access
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 10 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Queen Room - Disability Access

Bathroom

Shower, Conditioner, Toilet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Private bathroom, Towels, Shampoo, Toilet paper, Body soap

Media & Technology

TV, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, Satellite channels

General

Key card access, Soundproof, Air conditioning, Hardwood or parquet floors, Trash cans, Fan, Reading light, Smoke Alarm

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Lower sink, Shower chair, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator, Toilet with grab rails, Raised toilet, Adapted bath, Roll-in shower, Entire unit wheelchair accessible

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Bed in 4 bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Ensuite (ages 18 - 35 only)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 8 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 4 bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Ensuite (ages 18 - 35 only)

Bathroom

Shower, Conditioner, Toilet, Private bathroom, Towels, Shampoo, Walk-in shower, Toilet paper, Body soap

General

Key card access, Soundproof, Air conditioning, Hardwood or parquet floors, Trash cans, Fan, Lockers, Smoke Alarm

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room (ages 18 - 35 only)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 5 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room (ages 18 - 35 only)

Bathroom

Toilet, Shower, Toilet paper, Shared bathroom

General

Key card access, Soundproof, Air conditioning, Hardwood or parquet floors, Trash cans, Fan, Lockers, Smoke Alarm

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Bed in 6 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Ensuite (ages 18 - 35 only)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 6 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 6 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Ensuite (ages 18 - 35 only)

Bathroom

Shower, Conditioner, Toilet, Private bathroom, Towels, Shampoo, Walk-in shower, Toilet paper, Body soap

General

Key card access, Soundproof, Air conditioning, Hardwood or parquet floors, Trash cans, Fan, Lockers, Smoke Alarm

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Queen Room with Ensuite and Balcony
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 9 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Queen Room with  Ensuite and Balcony

Bathroom

Shower, Conditioner, Toilet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Private bathroom, Towels, Walk-in shower, Shampoo, Toilet paper, Body soap

Media & Technology

TV, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, Satellite channels

General

Key card access, Soundproof, Air conditioning, Hardwood or parquet floors, Trash cans, Fan, Reading light, Smoke Alarm

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor furniture

View

Pool view, Sea view, Landmark view, View

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (ages 18 - 35 only)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 12 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (ages 18 - 35 only)

Bathroom

Toilet, Shower, Toilet paper, Shared bathroom

General

Key card access, Soundproof, Air conditioning, Trash cans, Fan, Smoke Alarm

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room (ages 18 - 35 only)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 7 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Bathtub, Shower, Toilet, Shared bathroom

General

Key card access, Soundproof, Air conditioning, Trash cans, Fan, Smoke Alarm

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room (ages 18 - 35 only)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 6 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Toilet, Shower, Toilet paper, Shared bathroom

General

Key card access, Soundproof, Air conditioning, Trash cans, Fan, Smoke Alarm

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
4 Bed Dorm with Balcony
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 6 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
4 Bed Dorm with Balcony

Bathroom

Toilet, Shower, Toilet paper, Shared bathroom

General

Key card access, Soundproof, Air conditioning, Trash cans, Fan, Smoke Alarm

Outdoors

Balcony

View

View

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (ages 18 - 35 only)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 8 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (ages 18 - 35 only)

Bathroom

Toilet, Shower, Toilet paper, Shared bathroom

General

Key card access, Soundproof, Air conditioning, Trash cans, Fan, Smoke Alarm

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 5 m2
2 Bunk bed Bed
Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet, Shower, Shared bathroom

General

Key card access, Soundproof, Air conditioning, Trash cans, Fan, Smoke Alarm

Outdoors

Balcony

View

View

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Bed in 4 bed Female Dormitory Room with Ensuite (ages 18 -35 only)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 9 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 4 bed Female Dormitory Room with Ensuite (ages 18 -35 only)

Bathroom

Shower, Conditioner, Toilet, Private bathroom, Towels, Shampoo, Walk-in shower, Toilet paper, Body soap

General

Key card access, Soundproof, Air conditioning, Trash cans, Fan, Smoke Alarm

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Bed in 4-Bed Large Mixed Dormitory (ages 18 -35 only)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 9 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 4-Bed Large Mixed Dormitory (ages 18 -35 only)

Bathroom

Toilet, Shower, Toilet paper, Shared bathroom

General

Key card access, Soundproof, Air conditioning, Trash cans, Fan, Smoke Alarm

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Balcony (ages 18 -35 only)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 9 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Balcony (ages 18 -35 only)

Bathroom

Toilet, Shower, Toilet paper, Shared bathroom

General

Key card access, Soundproof, Air conditioning, Trash cans, Fan, Smoke Alarm

Outdoors

Balcony

View

View

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 9 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Bathroom

Shower, Conditioner, Toilet, Private bathroom, Towels, Shampoo, Toilet paper, Body soap

General

Key card access, Soundproof, Air conditioning, Trash cans, Fan, Lockers, Smoke Alarm

Outdoors

Balcony

View

View

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
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