Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel

Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel

Hostel
 

83 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia

GoodBased on 582 reviews
6.1

$83

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About Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel

Discover essential information, amenities, and features of Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel, providing insights into what to expect during your stay. Information on this property was last updated on août 13, 2025.
With a stay at Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel in Cairns (Cairns Central Business District), you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Regional Gallery. Featured amenities includ...

Good to Know

Check-in time2:00 PM
Check-out time10:00 AM
Payment & CancellationPolicies vary by room type and provider.
Front desk number+61 740 314 411

Perks and amenities at Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel

A comprehensive list of on-site, in-building, and in-room amenities you’ll find at Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Parking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr front desk
  • Air-conditioned
  • Storage available
  • Pool

General

  • Pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air-conditioned
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr front desk
  • Parking
  • Hairdryer
  • Storage available

Services

  • Airport shuttle

Reviews for Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel

Read firsthand reviews and testimonials from guests who have stayed at Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel, providing insights into their experiences. Travelers have left 581 reviews of Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel to date. Review data was last updated on août 13, 2025.
6.1
OkayBased on 581 verified guest reviews
5.7Friends
5.4Families
5.8Couples
6.7Solo
Pros +
  • 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)
Cons -
  • It seemed like a prison themed accommodation with rooms instead of cells. (in 6 reviews)
  • The worst night ever. (in 15 reviews)
  • Did not feel safe at all. (in 5 reviews)
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Photos of Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel

View a collection of 9 photos showcasing the rooms, amenities, and facilities of Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel to help you visualize your stay. Photos for this property were last updated on août 13, 2025.

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Explore Cairns CBD, Cairns

Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel is located at 83 The Esplanade in the Cairns CBD neighborhood of Cairns. Popular landmark data was lasted updated on août 13, 2025.

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  • 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 0.1 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.

FAQs when booking at Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel

Find answers to commonly asked questions regarding reservations, amenities, policies, and more when booking a stay at Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel. FAQs were last updated on août 13, 2025.
  • 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?

    For the most freedom while visiting Cairns, consider renting a car for about $38/day and parking it at Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel where they offer parking spaces to hotel guests. 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.

  • Is there a pool at Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel?

    Yes, Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel has a pool for hotel guests. Generally, hotel pools have opening and closing times so be sure to speak to the front desk before using the pool.

  • 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 Barlow Park, 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.

  • Does Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • 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.

  • Does Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel have a laundry service?

    There’s a laundry service at Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel that can be used by guests.

  • 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 August, when prices are typically at their lowest ($49).

  • 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).

  • 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 0.1 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.

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