Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel

On Cairns’ lively waterfront, a short stroll from the Esplanade Lagoon, Cairns Night Markets and the Reef Fleet Terminal. Minutes from Cairns Marlin Marina and the cultural quarter, this waterfront backpackers hostel puts reef trips and city sights at your doorstep. Family-friendly and ideal for budget travelers.

Twenty air-conditioned rooms with refrigerators and microwaves, daily housekeeping and in-room safes. Casual, backpacker-style décor with local touches and a communal kitchen for self-catering. A terrace offers waterfront views where you can plan your next dive or market run.

Outdoor and indoor pools, ping-pong/table tennis, BBQ and picnic areas, a playroom for children and an on-site diving club. Tour/ticket assistance and transfers are available, plus a lively bar and communal spaces—wake up to sea-breeze mornings before you head to the reef.

Complimentary wireless internet throughout, a computer station, express check-out, and laundry/dry-cleaning services. An airport shuttle is available for a surcharge.

On-site bar and restaurant serving local cuisine, plus a snack bar/deli and a shared kitchen for DIY meals. Perfect for a quick bite after a day of diving or sightseeing.