Global Backpackers Youth Hostel | Hostel in Cairns

| 8.6 (1776 Reviews) |   54 Bedrooms  7 Bathrooms  21 Guests
Cairns Central Business District Hostel | Global Backpackers Youth Hostel

54 Bedroom Hostel in Cairns Central Business District, Cairns

Located in Cairns and with Cairns Station reachable within a 12-minute walk, Global Backpackers Youth Hostel has a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. The property is close to several well-known attractions, a 5-minute walk from Cairns City Library, 300 yards from Cairns Esplanade and a 4-minute walk from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon. Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens is 2.8 miles away and Skyway Rainforest Cableway is 8.3 miles from the hostel. The rooms have air conditioning, and some accommodations at the hostel have a balcony. A range of activities can be enjoyed on site or nearby, including hiking and water park. Popular points of interest near Global Backpackers Youth Hostel include Cairns Convention Center, Cairns Regional Gallery and The Cairns Civic Theater. Cairns Airport is 4.3 miles from the property.

Global Backpackers Youth Hostel is located in Cairns.

This 54 Bedrooms Hostel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Guest Services, and several others. This is a 5 star rated property and has over 1776 reviews with the average score of 8.6 . Coming to Cairns and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hostel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 54 Bedrooms Hostel if you want to learn more about this place in Cairns. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Global Backpackers Youth Hostel in Cairns is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Global Backpackers Youth Hostel”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hostel, please let us know.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
TV
View
Wheelchair Accessible
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Accessibility
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Guest Services
Entertainment
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
Activities
  • Diving
  • Fishing
  • Water park
  • Cycling
  • Snorkeling
  • Fitness
  • Horseback riding
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
  • Fitness classes
Entertainment
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Adults only
  • Smoke-free property
  • Elevator
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
Guest Services
  • Laundry
  • Lockers
  • Tour desk
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Baggage storage
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Wifi
  • Internet
Outdoors
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor furniture
Security/Safety
  • Key card access
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • First aid kits available
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Cashless payment available

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

Please inform global backpackers waterfront in advance if you want to use the service, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation, please note that global backpackers waterfront cannot accommodate guests under the age of 18, please note that guests are required to provide passport identification upon check-in.please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Reviews

Value for money:
8.6
Location:
9.76
Staff:
8.98
Facilities:
8.71
Comfort:
8.61
Cleanliness:
8.55
Denver
Mar 16, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   8
Australia
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (ages 18 - 35 only)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 7 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Toilet, Toilet paper, Shower, Shared bathroom

General

Hardwood or parquet floors, Key card access, Lockers, Soundproof, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning, Fan

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator

Room amenities

Socket near the bed
Queen Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 9 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Queen Room

Bathroom

Toilet, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Shower, Body soap, Conditioner, Towels, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Walk-in shower, Private bathroom

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, TV

General

Hardwood or parquet floors, Key card access, Reading light, Soundproof, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning, Fan

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator

Room amenities

Socket near the bed
Queen Room - Disability Access
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 10 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Queen Room - Disability Access

Bathroom

Toilet, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Shower, Body soap, Conditioner, Towels, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Private bathroom

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, TV

General

Hardwood or parquet floors, Key card access, Reading light, Soundproof, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning, Fan

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Lower sink, Roll-in shower, Shower chair, Toilet with grab rails, Raised toilet, Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator, Adapted bath, Entire unit wheelchair accessible

Room amenities

Socket near the bed
Bed in 4 bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Ensuite (ages 18 - 35 only)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 8 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 4 bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Ensuite (ages 18 - 35 only)

Bathroom

Toilet, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Shower, Body soap, Conditioner, Towels, Walk-in shower, Private bathroom

General

Hardwood or parquet floors, Key card access, Lockers, Soundproof, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning, Fan

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator

Room amenities

Socket near the bed
Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room (ages 18 - 35 only)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 5 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room (ages 18 - 35 only)

Bathroom

Toilet, Toilet paper, Shower, Shared bathroom

General

Hardwood or parquet floors, Key card access, Lockers, Soundproof, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning, Fan

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator

Room amenities

Socket near the bed
Bed in 6 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Ensuite (ages 18 - 35 only)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 6 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 6 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Ensuite (ages 18 - 35 only)

Bathroom

Toilet, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Shower, Body soap, Conditioner, Towels, Walk-in shower, Private bathroom

General

Hardwood or parquet floors, Key card access, Lockers, Soundproof, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning, Fan

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator

Room amenities

Socket near the bed
Queen Room with Ensuite and Balcony
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 9 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Queen Room with  Ensuite and Balcony

Bathroom

Toilet, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Shower, Body soap, Conditioner, Towels, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Walk-in shower, Private bathroom

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, TV

General

Hardwood or parquet floors, Key card access, Reading light, Soundproof, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning, Fan

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor furniture

View

View, Landmark view, Pool view, Sea view

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by elevator, Accessible by elevator

Room amenities

Socket near the bed
Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (ages 18 - 35 only)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 12 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (ages 18 - 35 only)

Bathroom

Toilet, Toilet paper, Shower, Shared bathroom

General

Key card access, Soundproof, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning, Fan

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room (ages 18 - 35 only)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 7 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Bathtub, Toilet, Shower, Shared bathroom

General

Key card access, Soundproof, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning, Fan

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room (ages 18 - 35 only)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 6 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Toilet, Toilet paper, Shower, Shared bathroom

General

Key card access, Soundproof, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning, Fan

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
4 Bed Dorm with Balcony
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 6 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
4 Bed Dorm with Balcony

Bathroom

Toilet, Toilet paper, Shower, Shared bathroom

General

Key card access, Soundproof, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning, Fan

Outdoors

Balcony

View

View

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (ages 18 - 35 only)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 8 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (ages 18 - 35 only)

Bathroom

Toilet, Toilet paper, Shower, Shared bathroom

General

Key card access, Soundproof, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning, Fan

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom (ages 18 - 35 only)
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 5 m2
2 Bunk bed Bed
Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom (ages 18 - 35 only)

Bathroom

Toilet, Shower, Shared bathroom

General

Key card access, Soundproof, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning, Fan

Outdoors

Balcony

View

View

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Bed in 4 bed Female Dormitory Room with Ensuite (ages 18 -35 only)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 9 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 4 bed Female Dormitory Room with Ensuite (ages 18 -35 only)

Bathroom

Toilet, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Shower, Body soap, Conditioner, Towels, Walk-in shower, Private bathroom

General

Key card access, Soundproof, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning, Fan

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Bed in 4-Bed Large Mixed Dormitory (ages 18 -35 only)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 9 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 4-Bed Large Mixed Dormitory (ages 18 -35 only)

Bathroom

Toilet, Toilet paper, Shower, Shared bathroom

General

Key card access, Soundproof, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning, Fan

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Balcony
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 9 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Balcony

Bathroom

Toilet, Toilet paper, Shower, Shared bathroom

General

Key card access, Soundproof, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning, Fan

Outdoors

Balcony

View

View

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 9 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Bathroom

Toilet, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Shower, Body soap, Conditioner, Towels, Private bathroom

General

Key card access, Lockers, Soundproof, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning, Fan

Outdoors

Balcony

View

View

Bedroom

Linens

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator

FAQ's

Is this Global Backpackers Youth Hostel pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Global Backpackers Youth Hostel?

Check-in time for Global Backpackers Youth Hostel starts counting from 1:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Global Backpackers Youth Hostel have a swimming pool?

No, this Global Backpackers Youth Hostel does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Global Backpackers Youth Hostel?

Best-rates for the Global Backpackers Youth Hostel starts from $42 per night with includes Wheelchair Accessible, Entertainment, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Guest Services, Internet, Ocean View, Oceanfront, Sports/Activities, Wellness Facilities, Laundry, Air Conditioner, TV, Accessibility, Kitchen, View with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Global Backpackers Youth Hostel a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is not considered to be a family-friendly property. As reported by the owner or manager, the hostel has not specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Global Backpackers Youth Hostel wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Global Backpackers Youth Hostel is wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Global Backpackers Youth Hostel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Global Backpackers Youth Hostel indicates 1 day stay policy at this hostel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Global Backpackers Youth Hostel?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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