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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

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

Main amenities (12)

  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • Business center
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Meeting room
  • Multilingual staff
  • Barbecue grills

Feel at home (5)

  • Garden
  • Laundry facilities
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Self parking (surcharge)
  • Outdoor swimming pools
$57 nightly
The total price is $63
Dec 25 - Dec 26
Total with taxes and fees

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Bed In 6 Share Male Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
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Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 Share Mixed Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Queen Room with Ensuite | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room with Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double Plus Two with Ensuite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Double Bed

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  • Sleeps 6

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Double Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

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Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed in 6 Share Female Dormitory

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6 Share Male Dormitory

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6 Share Mixed Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6 Share Female Dormitory with Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6 Share Mixed Dormitory with Ensuite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 Share Female Dormitory

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Twin Room with Ensuite | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room with Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Queen Plus Four with Ensuite | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Plus Four with Ensuite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 6 Share Female Dormitory With Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

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  • Sleeps 1

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Double And Two Singles With Ensuite

  • Sleeps 4

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Bed In 4 Share Female Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1

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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 - 0.1 km
  • Cairns Night Markets - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cairns Esplanade - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Esplanade Lagoon - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪T2 Tea - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Gong Cha - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Grand Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min walk

About this property

YHA Cairns Central

YHA Cairns Central offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Cairns Esplanade. Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool, and hiking/biking trails, scuba diving, and snorkeling are nearby. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

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: 9:00 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 - 9:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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 5 per day)
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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
  • Water dispenser

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

Facilities

  • Garden
  • An outdoor pool
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Water dispenser

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Fees & policies

Optional extras

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

Parking

  • Self parking costs AUD 5 per day

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
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 5 per day.

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

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 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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Reviews

YHA Cairns Central Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

Service staff
Toilet
Room

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Had a great stay there. Would recommend staying here. Super central and clean
Philip, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, nice green area to share and good parking.
Johnny, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly and comfortable!
Ed, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Great property would recommend
Sarah, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

As a first time backpacker, I couldn't fault this establishment. It was impeccably clean, staff were friendly, bedding and beds impeccably clean and comfortable. Sheets even had iron marks on them. I would go there again.
Brian, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good
Samuel, 2-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

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

10/10 Exceptional

easy to get to places
HERMANN, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great experience. Very chill and kind staff. You can download key on your google wallet which is such great help. The common areas were all usually clean, except in the evening when the toilets would get a dirty as people used it. But generally, everyone was very respectful. Very safe. I enjoyed my stay there.
Shruti, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Everything in rooms clean.& in good condition. Amazing kitchen ! Toilet and shower block new and clean. Pool clean and inviting . Cairns mall just across the street with huge food court plus many shops. Room mates were lovely considerate Asian girls. All in all a wonderful stay
Barbara, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

6/10 Good

Functional room for my stay, rather basic but suited me fine. Small car park was also used, nearly full on arrival but managed to secure a spot. Noise from other guests speaking loudly in common outside areas by the pool in the early morning having breakfast and in the evening having dinner (surprisingly quiet during the day). Noise from a neighbouring bar when I stayed which stopped at 11pm.
Owal, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great kitchen
HIKARU, 3-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

8/10 Very good

Good experience all around.
Jordan, 4-night trip

2/10 Poor

Alright
Elizah, 1-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

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

Easy for when in transit
owen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great.
SHINJI, 2-night trip