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Situated in Cairns and with Cairns Station reachable within 1.1 km, Global Backpackers Cairns features a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. Boasting a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a water park. Some units at the property have a balcony with a sea view. Guests at the hostel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Cairns, like hiking and cycling. Popular points of interest near Global Backpackers Cairns include Cairns Convention Centre, Cairns Regional Gallery and The Cairns Civic Theater. Cairns Airport is 7 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Cairns, this property has an excellent location score of 9.8


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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
8.8
High score for Cairns

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Bowen
    United States United States
    It is nice and big, the space. Lots of areas to hang out and the location is amazing!
  • Juliana
    Brazil Brazil
    Great location, very clean and well thought out! The kitchen is huge and organized. And the staff is so friendly. Definitely would recommend and stay there again.
  • Prajwalmahadevapa
    India India
    The location is a big plus. It's in the peak spot. All facilities in stay were very good.
  • Laura
    Switzerland Switzerland
    placed in the center of cairns big kitchen nice views
  • Cailey
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Amazing location right outside lagoon, night market & restaurants. Best kitchen I’ve come across, lots of stoves and sinks and saw it was regularly cleaned/maintained by staff. Great terrace space to chill and eat. Separate male and female...
  • Ana
    Australia Australia
    The whole hostel has good structure, places to rest, the view is very pretty from the kitchen, the beds are really comfortable and the toilets are always clean.
  • Maria
    Portugal Portugal
    it was the perfect location in Cairns! the staff was amazing and the installations were fantastic! Super clean and comfortable bedroom and the kitchen was very well equipped! I recommend 200%!
  • Nicole
    Philippines Philippines
    Fantastic location! Right across the Esplanade and close to the Night Markets. Plenty of restaurants and cafes around the area.
  • Marc
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very clean, all amenities needed to have a comfortable stay
  • Vanderaa
    Australia Australia
    Location, clean room and great balconey on 4th floor!

Property surroundings

Facilities of Global Backpackers Cairns
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Laundry

Bathroom

  • Toilet
  • Shower

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Activities

  • Water park
    Off-site
  • Snorkelling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge

Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
No parking available.

Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Lockers
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Reception services

  • Invoice provided

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access

General

  • Adult only
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Lift
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible

Wellness

  • Fitness classes

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
Global Backpackers Cairns takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 13:00 to 00:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 05:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Global Backpackers Cairns in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

FAQs about Global Backpackers Cairns

  • Global Backpackers Cairns offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Water park
    • Horse riding
    • Fitness classes
  • The prices at Global Backpackers Cairns may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Global Backpackers Cairns is 600 yards from the centre of Cairns. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Global Backpackers Cairns is from 13:00, and check-out is until 10:00.