How far is Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel from Cairns Regional Gallery?

Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel is a good place to stay to see Cairns Regional Gallery. It’s 0.2 mi away.

Is Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel close to Esplanade Lagoon?

Esplanade Lagoon is also a popular place to see in Cairns. It is 0.1 mi from Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel.

How close is Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel to the nearest airport, Cairns Airport?

With no traffic, the 2.7 mi drive between Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel and Cairns Airport (the nearest airport) will generally only take about 0h 05m. If you’re staying in a metropolitan area, you may see your drive time increase due to busy roads.

What is the best way for guests to get from Cairns Airport to Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel?

Rideshare apps and taxis remain a very common solution for Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel guests. This is often the most cost-effective method of transportation when visiting Cairns.

How close is Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel from the Cairns city center?

Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel is 0.2 mi away from the center of Cairns CBD, Cairns. Consider visiting Skydive Cairns, a popular landmark that can be accessed from Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel by various forms of transportation.

What is the Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel phone number?

For questions regarding your hotel or your stay, call +61 740 314 411.

What is the check-out time at Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel?

Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel check-out time is 10:00 AM, though late check-out may be accommodated if agreed in advance with the hotel reception.

What is the cheapest month to stay at Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel?

For the best chance to save money on your Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel reservation, consider staying in May, when prices are typically at their lowest ($55).

In what area of Cairns is Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel located?

Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel is located within the Cairns CBD area of Cairns. Utilize the map on this page to understand where Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel is in relation to the rest of Cairns.

What is the cheapest day to check into Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel?

Consider checking into Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel on Friday, when the nightly price is typically at its lowest (average nightly rate of $72).

Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel

Hostel

83 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia

Good576 verified ratings

$72

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About Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel

With a stay at Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel in Cairns (Cairns Central Business District), you'll be steps from Cairns Esplanade and 7 minutes by foot from Reef Fleet Terminal. This hostel is 0.6 mi...

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Check-in time	2:00 PM
Check-out time	10:00 AM
Payment & Cancellation	Policies vary by room type and provider.
Front desk number	+61 740 314 411

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Close to the lagoon and night markets. (in 13 reviews)
"Nice atmosphere, clean bedrooms and common areas" (in 2 reviews)
Great value for money! (in 15 reviews)

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It seemed like a prison themed accommodation with rooms instead of cells. (in 6 reviews)
The worst night ever. (in 15 reviews)
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