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Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel

83 The Esplanade, Cairns, Australia

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Free WiFi
Parking available
Airport transfers
Dining services
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Amenities
Most Popular
Free WiFi
Parking available
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Smoking areas
Other
Barbecue grill(s)
Laundry facilities
Television in common areas
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Picnic area
24-hour front desk
Express check-out
Designated smoking areas
Number of outdoor pools - 1
Snack bar/deli
Computer station
Number of bars/lounges - 1
Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
Free parking nearby
Terrace
Wheelchair accessible – no

83 The Esplanade, Cairns, Australia

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Hotel Description

With a stay at Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel in Cairns (Cairns Central Business District), you'll be steps from Cairns Esplanade and Michaelmas Cay. This hostel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Cairns Night Markets and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Cairns Regional Gallery. Make yourself at home in one of the 20 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include phones and safes, and housekeeping is provided daily. Featured amenities include a computer station, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel is provided for a surcharge (available on request).

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Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available

No cribs (infant beds) available

No elevators

Minimum guest age is 18

Caters to adults only

Professional property host/manager

Pets not allowed

Service animals are allowed

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Check-in from: 2:00 PM
Check-in by: 5:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out by: 10:00 AM

Important information

Property Alerts

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 50.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

  • Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property.

Special Instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Instructions

  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
  • The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
  • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

Minimal age

18

Optional fees

  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 15 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Spoken Language

English

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Hotel Description

With a stay at Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel in Cairns (Cairns Central Business District), you'll be steps from Cairns Esplanade and Michaelmas Cay. This hostel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Cairns Night Markets and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Cairns Regional Gallery. Make yourself at home in one of the 20 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include phones and safes, and housekeeping is provided daily. Featured amenities include a computer station, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel is provided for a surcharge (available on request).

Hotel policies

Check-in from2:00 PM
Check-in by5:30 AM
Minimum check-in age18
Check-out by10:00 AM

No rollaway/extra beds available

No cribs (infant beds) available

No elevators

Minimum guest age is 18

Caters to adults only

Professional property host/manager

Pets not allowed

Service animals are allowed

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Property Alerts

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 50.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

  • Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property.

Special Instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Instructions

  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
  • The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
  • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

Minimal age

18

Optional fees

  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 15 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Spoken Language

English

Amenities

Highlights of your stay

Most Popular

Free WiFi

Parking available

Airport transfers

Dining services

Concierge

Laundry

Entertainment

Smoking areas

Other

Barbecue grill(s)

Laundry facilities

Television in common areas

Safe-deposit box at front desk

Picnic area

24-hour front desk

Express check-out

Designated smoking areas

Number of outdoor pools - 1

Snack bar/deli

Computer station

Number of bars/lounges - 1

Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)

Free parking nearby

Terrace

Wheelchair accessible – no

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