Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel

Name: Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel
Address: 83 The Esplanade, Cairns, Queensland, 4870, Cairns, AU

Location: 83 The Esplanade, Cairns, Queensland, 4870, Cairns, AU

Star Rating: 2 Stars

Property Type: Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

About this Property

Relax by the Pool or Enjoy the Terrace View
Convenient Snack Bar/Deli and Bar/Lounge on Site
Central Location Near Cairns Esplanade and Marlin Marina

Book your stay at Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel for an unforgettable Cairns experience.

Important Information

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

Policies

Check-in: 02:00 PM - 05:30 AM

Check-out: 10:00 AM

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.

Amenities & Facilities

Express check-out
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Designated smoking area
Wheelchair accessible
Picnic area
Television in common areas
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Express check-out
Tours/ticket assistance
Snack bar/deli
Computer station
Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)

Rooms Available

Shared Dormitory, Women only (6 bed with shared bathroom)

1 Twin Bed
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, and shared/communal kitchen access
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Partially open bathroom, towels, and a shower
Practical - Safe and phone
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Need to Know - Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Stovetop
- Daily housekeeping
- Free WiFi
- Partially open bathroom
- Shared/communal kitchen access
- Bedsheets provided
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Twin Room (Shared bathroom)

2 Twin Beds
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, and shared/communal kitchen access
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Partially open bathroom, towels, and a shower
Practical - Safe and phone
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Need to Know - Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Stovetop
- Daily housekeeping
- Free WiFi
- Partially open bathroom
- Shared/communal kitchen access
- Bedsheets provided
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Double Room (Shared Bathroom Facilities)

1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, and shared/communal kitchen access
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Partially open bathroom, towels, and a shower
Practical - Safe and phone
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Need to Know - Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Stovetop
- Daily housekeeping
- Free WiFi
- Partially open bathroom
- Shared/communal kitchen access
- Bedsheets provided
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Shared Dormitory (2 bed with shared bathroom)

1 Twin Bed
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, and shared/communal kitchen access
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Partially open bathroom, towels, and a shower
Practical - Safe and phone
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Need to Know - Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Stovetop
- Daily housekeeping
- Free WiFi
- Partially open bathroom
- Shared/communal kitchen access
- Bedsheets provided
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Shared Dormitory (6 bed with ensuite)

1 Twin Bed
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, and shared/communal kitchen access
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Partially open bathroom, towels, and a shower
Practical - Safe and phone
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Need to Know - Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Stovetop
- Daily housekeeping
- Free WiFi
- Partially open bathroom
- Shared/communal kitchen access
- Bedsheets provided
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Shared Dormitory (6 bed with shared bathroom)

1 Twin Bed
Internet - Free WiFi
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, microwave, and shared/communal kitchen access
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Partially open bathroom, towels, and a shower
Practical - Safe and phone
Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping
Need to Know - Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Stovetop
- Daily housekeeping
- Free WiFi
- Partially open bathroom
- Shared/communal kitchen access
- Bedsheets provided
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available

Guest Reviews

D (2/5): - Filthy. Bed had sand on it. Floors had weird stains. Air con locked out during peak heat times. Noisy. No lock on bathroom door leading directly from kitchen.
. (4/5): - The room doesn't have enough outlets. Unclean and old hotel.
Matt (10/5): Go for it - Great location. Chill spot to enjoy cairns.
Verified traveler (8/5): - The showers are crap. And the toilets aren’t really clean. But for a few nights only and for that price it’s completely alright to stay there and the nightmarket is underneath the hostel. It’s not noisy in there and the fridges have small lockers for every person, so no one can steal food from you. It’s not too bad, but nothing I would like to stay in for a month
Matt (10/5): Solo backpacker - Quiet place. Thursday nights are the best time to come.
Verified traveler (2/5): Shady place wouldn’t stay again - This place had a funky smell very small. No towels. Shared washroom was very hot a not clean. The toilet paper was the cheapest kind. This is my first and last time in this hostel.
Tara (4/5): - I asked to leave small suitcase before chack in, but there was no stuff and everytime when I require assistance, he wasnt really friendly. But tour desk stuffs were always friendly and nice.
Verified traveler (6/5): Great location but pretty shoddy conditions - It was a hostel so was never going to be amazing. The staff were friendly but the hygiene was poor. Pretty dirty.
Verified traveler (4/5): - The hostel is right next to a major construction site. It is dark and drab.
Verified traveler (6/5): - No air conditionings shared toilet didn't have toilet paper
Dimiter (6/5): Basic - A usual cheap hostel with central location. The common areas can use some cleaning and polishing. Fortunately there was aircon and wifi in the room. Staff is mostly cooperative.
baily (2/5): Don’t stay here - I had prepaid for two nights and wished I didn’t. The place was filthy, the staff was never around, the free breakfast was really weak when it was actually there, no lots on the door, people weren’t friendly, no safe or lockers, and the toilet and taps were broken. I moved to travellers oasis after my paid for nights and was so so so much happier!
Verified traveler (6/5): Ok for the price, bathrooms lacking - The room was clean and comfortable and the aircon worked ok. The 3 bathrooms on the upper floors were not maintained. They were clean enough but only one had toilet paper, one with a shower was out of order and the other one with a shower the door didn't shut or lock. We only stayed one night but are a bit confused as to where we were supposed to shower. The kitchen was lacking on mugs/cups and plates or bowls. We tried to have coffee and had to scrounge for dishes. Decent price for the location though and front desk staff and information guy Phil was great
Craig (4/5): Cheap - If you want a basic room to get some sleep, that is what you'll get - but the air-con worked only reasonably and was very noisy. Room contains a bed and a rubbish bin and THAT is IT! But cheap and in the centre of everything and just across from the esplanade.
Verified traveler (8/5): - It's a wonderful little hostel
Shahna (6/5): Close, Cheap, Free Wifi - I booked very last minute late in the arvo. The only downside I have is that I was extremely tired and had to wait 30+ minutes (told 20minutes) for the guy on front desk to arrive as he was not in the office. I went a couple of shops down and ate some amazing food (amazing food everywhere in walking distance). I did come back the next night to stay as it was so convenient. Unfortunately I was too busy to check out our pool.
Verified traveler (2/5): - The service was good, the desk man was helpful but the hotel is self was gross & the the room looked a jail cell. If you want a budget place but dont care about anything else then this is fine, otherwise i urge not for you yo stay. The communal bath room was so dirty which was the worst part of this hostel.
katrina (8/5): All you can expect for backpacker accommodation - Handy to all cbd needs Clean sheets, mattress not so clean Reasonable noise levels from other guests Air con between 5pm and 9am Staff good Kitchen was a mess and bathrooms need more cleaning but not totally unusable
Verified traveler (6/5): Excellent location; Inexpensive - The staff were helpful and location is excellent. The staff were helpful and pleasant. It is a party hostel and the rooms are very basic. You get what you pay for and if all you're doing is sleeping there it's not a bad deal!
Verified traveler (4/5): - Location is good but facilities is dirty. Very noisy hostel.