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Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel

Name: Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel
Address: 83 The Esplanade, Cairns City, Cairns, Queensland, Australia, 4870, 83 The Esplanade, Queensland, 4870, Australia
Rating: 5.4

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5.4

/10

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43 reviews

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83 The Esplanade, Cairns City, Cairns, Queensland, Australia, 4870

Main Facilities

Swimming Pool

24-Hour Front Desk

WiFi

Staying at Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel is a good choice when you are visiting Cairns City. 24-hours front desk is available to serve you, from check-in to check-out, or any assistance you need. Should you desire more, do not hesitate to ask the front desk, we are always ready to accommodate you.

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83 The Esplanade, Cairns City, Cairns, Queensland, Australia, 4870

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General

Near Reef Fleet Terminal

Location

With a stay at Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel in Cairns (Cairns Central Business District), you'll be steps from Cairns Esplanade and 7 minutes by foot from Reef Fleet Terminal. This hostel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Michaelmas Cay and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Cairns Night Markets.

Attractions

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Cairns Esplanade - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Michaelmas Cay - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Cairns Regional Gallery - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Esplanade Lagoon - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Cairns Night Markets - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Bulmba-ja Arts Centre - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Cairns Museum - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Reef Teach - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
The Cultural Place - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Reef Hotel Casino - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Cairns Marlin Marina - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Muddy's Playground - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Reef Fleet Terminal - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
St Monica's Cathedral - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Cairns Performing Arts Centre - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi

The nearest major airport is Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 7.1 km / 4.4 mi

Facilities

Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace. Additional features at this hostel include complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and tour/ticket assistance.

Business Facilities

Featured amenities include a computer station, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel is provided for a surcharge (available on request).

Dining

Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 20 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include phones and safes, and housekeeping is provided daily.

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Fitness Center

Exterior

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Things to Do

TV lounge
Outdoor pool
Barbecue
Picnic area

Hotel Services

Laundry service
Luggage storage
Express check-out
24-hour Receptionist

General

Parking
Smoking area
Terrace

Food and Drinks

Snack bar

Connectivity

Free WiFi

Public Facilities

Safety deposit box

Business Facilities

Computer station

Accommodation Policy & General Information in Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel

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Important Note

Planning to check in outside the check-in time (such as early morning or late in the evening)? You can arrange it directly with the property!

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

Check-in/Check-out Time

Check-in:

14:00 - 05:30

Check-out:

Before 10:00

Airport shuttle fee: AUD 15 per person

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

Service Animals Allowed

Professional property host/manager, No cribs (infant beds) available, Minimum guest age is 18, No rollaway/extra beds available, Caters to adults only, No elevators

General Information

Popular Facilities	Swimming Pool, 24-Hour Front Desk, WiFi
Check-In / Check-Out Time	From 14:00 - 05:30 - to 10:00
Available rooms at Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel	20
Number of floors in Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel	2
Another facilities in Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel	TV lounge, Outdoor pool, Barbecue, Picnic area, Laundry service

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What are available facilities at Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel?

There are top facilites at Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel such as Swimming Pool, 24-Hour Front Desk, WiFi. (some may require extra charges)

What is normal check-in & check-out time at Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel?

The standard check-in time at Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel is starting from 14:00 - 05:30 while the latest check-out time is at Before 10:00

What is the star rating of Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel?

Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel is a 2.0-star hotel.

How many floors does Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel have?

Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel has 2 floors.

How many rooms are available at Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel?

Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel has 20 rooms in total.

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Overall Ratings & Reviews Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel

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Other sources (42)

5.4

Fair

From 42 reviews

Cleanliness

5.4

Room Comfort

5.4

Location

9.4

Service and Facilites

6.4

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Leisure

2.0

/10

Reviewed 324 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

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.

Leisure

4.0

/10

Reviewed 339 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The room doesn't have enough outlets. Unclean and old hotel.

Matt

10.0

/10

Reviewed 361 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Great location. Chill spot to enjoy cairns.

Verified traveler

8.0

/10

Reviewed 361 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

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

10.0

/10

Reviewed 361 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Quiet place. Thursday nights are the best time to come.

Verified traveler

with Partner

2.0

/10

Reviewed 394 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

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

4.0

/10

Reviewed 397 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

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

6.0

/10

Reviewed 400 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

It was a hostel so was never going to be amazing. The staff were friendly but the hygiene was poor. Pretty dirty.

Verified traveler

4.0

/10

Reviewed 408 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The hostel is right next to a major construction site. It is dark and drab.

Verified traveler

6.0

/10

Reviewed 435 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

No air conditionings shared toilet didn't have toilet paper

Dimiter

6.0

/10

Reviewed 438 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

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

2.0

/10

Reviewed 441 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

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!

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with Partner

6.0

/10

Reviewed 485 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

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

4.0

/10

Reviewed 522 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

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

8.0

/10

Reviewed 527 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

It's a wonderful little hostel

Shahna

6.0

/10

Reviewed 528 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

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.

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with Partner

2.0

/10

Reviewed 542 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

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

8.0

/10

Reviewed 543 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

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

6.0

/10

Reviewed 554 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

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

4.0

/10

Reviewed 554 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Location is good but facilities is dirty. Very noisy hostel.

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