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YHA Cairns Central

2.0 star property
Hostel with outdoor pool, near Cairns Esplanade

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Nestled near Cairns Central Shopping Centre, YHA Cairns Central offers a tranquil retreat. Explore the garden, dive into a book from the library or get some work done at the business center with in-room WiFi. Guests rave about helpful staff and love cycling around this beautiful location.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • Business center
  • Airport shuttle
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Meeting room

Feel at home (5)

  • Garden
  • Laundry facilities
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Self parking (surcharge)
  • Outdoor swimming pools
The current price is $65
includes taxes & fees
$59 per night
Mar 6 - Mar 7

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  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Air conditioning
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  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Bed in 6 Share Mixed Dormitory

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  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed in 4 Share Female Dormitory

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  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Air conditioning
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  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Bed in 6 Share Male Dormitory

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  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed In 6 Share Male Dormitory

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Bed In 6 Share Female Dormitory With Ensuite

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Bed In 6 Share Female Dormitory

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About the neighborhood

Map
20-26 McLeod Street, Cairns, QLD, 4870

What's nearby

  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 1 min walk
  • Cairns Esplanade - 10 min walk
  • Reef Hotel Casino - 14 min walk
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 15 min walk
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - 15 min walk

Getting around

  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 7 min drive
  • Cairns Station - 4 min walk
  • Freshwater Station - 11 min drive
  • Redlynch Station - 12 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Rusty's Markets - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Food Court - Cairns Central - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪T2 Tea - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Club - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Grand Hotel - ‬1 min walk

About this property

YHA Cairns Central

YHA Cairns Central is just 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle. Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool, and hiking/biking trails, scuba diving, and snorkeling are nearby. Also, Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Cairns Esplanade are within just a 10-minute walk. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English, German, Japanese, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 52 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite self parking (AUD 10.00 per day)
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Library
  • An outdoor pool

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer (on request)

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 12 for adults and AUD 12 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Parking

  • Self parking costs AUD 10.00 per day

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Cairns Central YHA Hostel
Cairns Central YHA
Cairns Central Yha Backpackers Hotel Cairns
Cairns Central Yha Backpackers Hotel
YHA Cairns Central Cairns
Cairns Central YHA Hostel
YHA Cairns Central Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
YHA Cairns Central Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cairns

Frequently asked questions

Does YHA Cairns Central offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, YHA Cairns Central does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at YHA Cairns Central?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at YHA Cairns Central?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at YHA Cairns Central?

Yes. Self parking costs AUD 10.00 per day.

Is airport shuttle service offered by YHA Cairns Central?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at YHA Cairns Central?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at YHA Cairns Central?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Reef Hotel Casino (14-min walk) and Cazalys Cairns (4-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at YHA Cairns Central and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like boat tours, hiking, and scuba diving. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hostel's other amenities, which include a garden.

What's the area around YHA Cairns Central like?

YHA Cairns Central is a short 4-minute walk from Cairns Station and 10 minutes' walk from Cairns Esplanade.

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YHA Cairns Central Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Staff lovely, areas clean, quiet.
Susan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great property would recommend
Sarah, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was a great place to stay in Cairns! 10-15 minutes walk to the wharf and great shopping and dining. Large kitchen and shared area in the hostel and I loved that they advertised local events and activities happening.
Emily, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

easy to get to places
HERMANN, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely graetest hottel Ive ever stayed.
??, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cairns Dive trip
Great facilities, great staff and a great experience all round. Will definately recommend and use again
Steven, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hostel, quiet area, easy street parking
Matt, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great kitchen
HIKARU, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Was great to meet some lovely ladies during my 2 night stay. Staff was excellent and accommodating. The bed was uncomfortable. Convenient location.
Rhiannon, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff is very kind.
Shinji, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good experience all around.
Jordan, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Would definitely choose and recommend YHA to a friend the next time. 👍

8/10 Very good

Easy for when in transit
owen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great.
SHINJI, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good, cheap accommodation in central Cairns
Asher, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Standard hostel.
Over all was good, the bathrooms were a little dirty. The kitchen was good, though other uses left it untidy.
Robbie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable and good value
Nice hostel with friendly and helpful staff. Private room is very comfortable and good value for money. Hostel itself is quite social through the events they put on every night but relaxed in the day which makes a good mix.
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Loved the landscaping around the property..tropical and attractive. Room was a bit small, but l slept well. Hanging hooks provided. Thanks. Would stay again
Rosie, 8-night trip

4/10 Fair

Pool and gardens are very nice. Room was extremely basic and not good value for money. Most staff are friendly but there are some which are very inviting and shouldn't be working in the hospitality industry.
Brook, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

It’s ok for the price. Stayed in the 10-bed room, which felt quite packed when full. Hardly any privacy. Made a mistake of getting the breakfast, better to just walk across the street to Cairns central for a better proper coffee and breakfast for the same price. Location is excellent and very convenient, although a bit dodgy area.
Sok, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

I always stay at the YHA Cairns Central because the location is so convenient, right opposite a large, air conditioned shopping centre, buses right outside the door and friendly service but I did find my room hugely over priced, (I stayed in a queen sized room with an ensuite)...$150 a night!! Great facilities, and service but found the price very disappointing; for that price I thought at least a hair dryer, little shampoos, etc and coffee and tea making facilities would have been included
Marcelle, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very nice and helpful staff. Rooms are quiet, compact and good but private bathroom is not split into shower, toilet and sink like in some other YHAs (e.g. Sydney Harbor). So our family of 4 took longer to get ready in the morning though we did use the common bathrooms also to speed things up.
Sudhir, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very well
Tanusarn, 3-night trip

4/10 Fair

Don’t have lift
They don’t have life, they only have stairs! But in total they only have a ground floor and a second floor. Things are a bit old except the washing machines and dryer. The air con is not cool enough. The staff is nice and friendly.
4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Cheap place to stay in central Cairns
Pros: prime location (right in the city centre), nice pool, big kitchen, aircon in dorms works very well, parking available on site (paid). Cons: reception isn't 24h, which means you won't be able to leave your luggage at the hostel if you checkout early in the morning to go to the boat tours. Toilets ran out of paper, bunk bed is very squeaky, no individual light, no individual power point by the bed, lots of older people (over 50) staying long term (which breaks the youth hostel atmosphere in my view)
1-night trip

General property information

Travelers Say
"Awesome to stay, closer to facilities-shopping centres and sunbus transport, so close by to access."
Reasons to Book
Great Facilities & Nice Bathroom
Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM