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Global Backpackers Cairns Waterfront

Tropical North Coast - QLD · Australia

67 EsplanadeView location

9.6/10Excellent29 Reviews
Cleanliness9.4/109.4
Service9.8/109.8
Comfort9.4/109.4
Condition9.8/109.8
Neighborhood10.0/1010.0
Amenities8.8/108.8
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About Global Backpackers Cairns Waterfront

With a stay at Global Backpackers Cairns, you'll be centrally located in Cairns, just a 4-minute walk from Cairns Esplanade and 6 minutes by foot from Cairns Marlin Marina. This hostel is 0. 3 mi (0. 5 km) from Reef Fleet Terminal and 0. 5 mi (0.

9 km) from Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Take in the views from a rooftop terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access and a communal living room. This hostel also features tour/ticket assistance and a vending machine.

Featured amenities include complimentary wired Internet access, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge at scheduled times. Make yourself at home in one of the 19 air-conditioned guestrooms. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen.

Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers.

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A stay at Global Backpackers Cairns places you in the heart of Cairns, steps from Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Esplanade Lagoon. This hostel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Cairns Marlin Marina and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Reef Fleet Terminal.

Make yourself at home in one of the 19 air-conditioned guestrooms. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, multilingual staff, and luggage storage.

A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge at scheduled times.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Airport transfers
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until 8:00 PM
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available Caters to adults only Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available Contactless check-out is available Cashless transactions are available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
    • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • 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. The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. 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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
    • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
    • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    • Cashless transactions are available
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 15 per person (one-way)

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

  • Spoken Language

    English

    Dutch

Nearby attractions

Michaelmas Cay 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Cairns Esplanade 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Cairns Esplanade Lagoon 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Cairns Regional Gallery 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Cairns Night Markets 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Cairns Museum 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Reef Hotel Casino 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Bulmba-ja Arts Centre 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Cairns Marlin Marina 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Reef Fleet Terminal 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Reef Teach 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
St Monica's Cathedral 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Muddy's Playground 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Cairns Performing Arts Centre 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Cairns Central Shopping Centre 0.9 km / 0.6 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • hotel
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car park
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Car hireExtra charge
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Laundry serviceExtra charge
  • LaunderetteExtra charge
  • Multilingual staff
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  • 24-hour securityExtra charge
  • Hotel safe
  • Lift accessExtra charge
  • TerraceExtra charge
  • Luggage roomExtra charge
  • Outdoor freshwater poolExtra charge
  • CasinoExtra charge
  • TV lounge
  • Game roomExtra charge
  • NightclubExtra charge
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • DivingExtra charge
  • CanoeingExtra charge
  • FitnessExtra charge
  • Horse ridingExtra charge
  • Golf practice facilityExtra charge
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  • Bed in dormitory FEMALE ROOMBed in dormitory • FEMALE ROOMBED.FA

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    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
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    Bed in dormitory FEMALE ROOM

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    FEMALE ROOM

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    Room code: BED.FA

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  • Bed in dormitory CAPACITY 8Bed in dormitory • CAPACITY 8BED.C8

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    CAPACITY 8

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    Bed in dormitory CAPACITY 8

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    CAPACITY 8

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    Room code: BED.C8

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  • Bed in dormitory STANDARDBed in dormitory • STANDARDBED.ST

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    Bed in dormitory
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    STANDARD

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    Bed in dormitory STANDARD

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    STANDARD

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    Room code: BED.ST

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  • Bed in dormitory CAPACITY 1Bed in dormitory • CAPACITY 1BED.C1

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    CAPACITY 1

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    Bed in dormitory CAPACITY 1

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    Bed in dormitory
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    CAPACITY 1

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    Room code: BED.C1

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  • DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BEDDOUBLE • QUEEN SIZE BEDDBL.QN

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    QUEEN SIZE BED

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    DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BED

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    DOUBLE
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    QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Room code: DBL.QN

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  • DOUBLE Accessible-Queen Size BedDOUBLE • Accessible-Queen Size BedDBL.H6-QN

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    DOUBLE
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    Accessible-Queen Size Bed

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    DOUBLE Accessible-Queen Size Bed

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    DOUBLE
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    Accessible-Queen Size Bed

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    Room code: DBL.H6-QN

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  • TWIN WITH SHARED BATHROOMTWIN • WITH SHARED BATHROOMTWN.FH

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    TWIN
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    WITH SHARED BATHROOM

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    TWIN WITH SHARED BATHROOM

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    TWIN
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    WITH SHARED BATHROOM

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    Room code: TWN.FH

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  • DOUBLE WITH VIEWSDOUBLE • WITH VIEWSDBL.WV

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
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    WITH VIEWS

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    DOUBLE WITH VIEWS

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    DOUBLE
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    WITH VIEWS

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    Room code: DBL.WV

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  • Room FEMALE ROOMRoom • FEMALE ROOMROO.FA

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
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    FEMALE ROOM

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    Room FEMALE ROOM

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    Room
    View / characteristic
    FEMALE ROOM

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    Room code: ROO.FA

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Global Backpackers Cairns Waterfront

9.6
Excellent
29 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.4 /10
Service
9.8 /10
Comfort
9.4 /10
Condition
9.8 /10
Neighborhood
10.0 /10
Amenities
8.8 /10
20 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
10 Sep 2022
Kate
Walking distance to most places. Super clean. Excellent room. Comfortable bed. Had a queen room with it’s own shower. Would recommend and would absolutely stay there again.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
26 May 2022
Kara
Kim was really outstanding in her service. I had accidentally booked into a mixed dorm that was full of males, and when she knew I was coming for a funeral, she went absolutely above and beyond to accommodate me. I ended up having a room to myself with waterfront views. This is not the norm, so I was ever so appreciative. Apart from that I really enjoyed the atmosphere and the building is perfectly situated and surrounded by cool things to see and do. Thanks Global. I’ll be back again. 😘
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
28 Apr 2022
Yen Kit Kelvin
It’s a very clean and new hostel. Staffs are super nice and helpful! Definitely recommended!
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
02 Jan 2022
Renuma
The views from the kitchen were beautiful!
Host was very friendly and accommodating, rooms clean and comfortable for a short stay. Laidback environment not party scene. Would highly recommend.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jul 2021
Glenda

Great

The staff are so friendly and they he services are great.
Self
8/10
Excellent
06 Jul 2021
Verified traveler
Great visit all good
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
03 Apr 2021
Verified traveler
Beautifully located, close to everything you need and great value.
Kim and the other staff are very helpful and friendly.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
19 Mar 2020
Sven

Great hostel in Cairns, Australia

I had a short one night stay due to busy travel home to Denmark (Corona) and limited flights. Excellent location and nice people. Fine kitchen area and roof terrace.
Room could need a little better floor cleaning. I was in a 4 bed with no bathroom but fine terrace with ocean view.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
13 Mar 2020
Natalie

Fab hostel

I really enjoyed my stay at this hostel. When I arrived, I was able to upgrade to a 4 bed dorm with en-suite which I had to myself. The hostel staff let me check in early and were really helpful regarding trips in the area.

The view from the kitchen is brilliant. The rooms are really clean and so are the communal spaces. There is a decent free breakfast in the mornings too. This is probably the best hostel I’ve stayed at on the east coast!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
03 Mar 2020
David

Great place

Great place in a great location.
Clean modern friendly.
Swimming across the road in the lagoon is wonderful.
Cheap meals at PJ oBrien with a hostel voucher a bonus.

99% perfect. Only issues slightly warm at night even with air con which is set at 24 degs and a bit of shade in the dining area at breakfast would help. View from breakfast area is superb.
Self
8/10
Excellent
25 Jan 2020
Verified traveler
Very clean and tidy. The communal kitchen is large and everyting is placed in particular spots and labled.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Dec 2019
Kevin

Best hostel I’ve ever stayed in

Amazing staff, Priscilla was great—room was new and clean, location was better than all of the hotels I saw in Cairns. Highly recommend, best hostel I’ve stayed in!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
26 Dec 2019
Gregory

Impressively renovated and great location

I stayed in a four-bed dorm with sea view and balcony. It was very nice. The kitchen and eating area are on a fourth-floor balcony looking out over the water. Although a holiday period, the hostel was not full, possibly because travelers have not yet discovered the value this hostel now offers.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
02 Dec 2019
Verified traveler
Excellent hostel in great location.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
09 Nov 2019
Kamilla
The reception area was cool and with a modern touch on the furniture. The kitchen and dining area has a beautiful view over the harbour/reef fleet. Close to the City Centre
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
28 Oct 2019
Majid
i dunno why u didn't include the towel, but the room was clean, the wifi connection was supper fast
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
20 Oct 2019
Verified traveler
Staff was very friendly and brought us up to our room! Everything was very clean and secure. Breakfast could have been a little better- mostly toast and cereal.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
18 Oct 2019
Verified traveler
Great service, good cooking facilities
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
17 Oct 2019
Verified traveler

Nice modern hostel

The hostel was nice and clean. The people in our room were super friendly and nice too.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Oct 2019
Verified traveler

Nice updated clean hostel

The hostel was super nice. Very clean and modernized. The people that were in the room were super cool and friendly as well. People from all over the world and fun to talk to.
Partner

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Global Backpackers Cairns Waterfront
67 Esplanade, Cairns, Australia

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