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Global Backpackers Cairns
67 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD 4870, Australia
+61 740 311 545
Cheapest
rate per night
9.2
Excellent
based on 329 reviews
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Rooms available at Global Backpackers Cairns
Standard rooms
$41+
Bed type
Provider
Total stay + taxes & fees
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$41
Unknown
$43
Reviews of Global Backpackers Cairns
Pros
| ""Good location, nice view, kind staff!"" | (in 12 reviews) |
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| "Staff is very nice and helpful." | (in 32 reviews) |
| ""Clean hostel, good facilities, friendly staff, great location."" | (in 15 reviews) |
Cons
| "Really poor when stating free breakfast as a selling point" | (in 6 reviews) |
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| great location | in 134 reviews |
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| staff is very nice | in 77 reviews |
| tiny room | in 75 reviews |
| highly recommend | in 41 reviews |
| clean kitchen | in 37 reviews |
| best hostel | in 34 reviews |
| free breakfast | in 31 reviews |
| great facilities | in 29 reviews |
| great view | in 28 reviews |
| great value for money | in 23 reviews |
| lounge area | in 14 reviews |
| new and clean | in 12 reviews |
| fire alarm | in 8 reviews |
| big tv | in 7 reviews |
| cairns | in 6 reviews |
| party hostel | in 3 reviews |
| overlooking the esplanade | in 2 reviews |
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About Global Backpackers Cairns
Overview
Global Backpackers Waterfront is situated under a 10-minute walk from Reef Fleet Terminal and features air conditioned rooms with free wireless internet access and a ceiling fan. It is also minutes from Cairns's well-known attractions and landmarks.
There are a range of amenities on offer to guests of the hostel, such as an express check-in and check-out feature, a 24-hour reception and an outdoor pool. Airport transfers, a laundry service and a wake-up service are available upon request.
There are 47 rooms at Global Backpackers Waterfront, each offering all the necessities to ensure a comfortable stay. Guests can also access a communal kitchen.
The area surrounding the hostel has a range of cafés and restaurants. Cairns Central and Cairns Railway Station are within walking distance.
Features
9.2 Excellent
based on 329 reviews
9.3
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.8
Location
10.0
Overall
Check in |
14:00 |
Check out |
10:00 |
Cancellation/pre-payment
Policies vary by room type and provider.
Amenities at Global Backpackers Cairns
Free Wi-Fi
Ticket service
Raised toilet
Wake-up service
Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Reading light
Terrace/Patio
Daily housekeeping
Disabled access
Roll-in shower
Fax/photocopying
Concierge service
Towels
Fan
Safety deposit box
Fire extinguisher
Sea view
Laundry facilities
Laundry service
Flat-screen TV
Multi-lingual staff
Shampoo
Shared bathroom
Shared kitchen
Shared lounge/TV area
Smoke alarms
Hardwood or parquet floors
Shared toilet
Shower
Shower chair
Contactless check-in/check-out
Tour desk
Accessible by lift
Hypoallergenic pillow
Physical distancing in dining areas
Fishing
Board games/puzzles
Game room
Adapted bath
Physical distancing rules
First-aid kit
Process in place to check health of guests
Cycling
Socket near the bed
Diving
Key card access
CCTV in common areas
No smoking
Balcony
Soundproofing
Bar/Lounge
Landmark view
Hand sanitiser in guest accommodation and key areas
Express check-out
Body soap
Lockers
Horse riding
Lowered sink
Cable or satellite TV
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
Air-conditioned
Non-feather pillow
Toilet
Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
Toilet paper
Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
Toilet with grab rails
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitised
Safe
Outdoor furniture
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Towels/sheets (extra fee)
Dustbins
Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
Complimentary breakfast
Free Internet
Pets not allowed
TV
Upper floors accessible by lift
Conditioner
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
Pool view
Water park
Vending machine (drinks)
Vending machine (snacks)
Private bathroom
Walk-in shower
24-hour front desk
Storage available
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Reviews about Global Backpackers Cairns
“Staff is very nice and helpful.”
“Great stay room was very nice.”
“Great facilities and always super clean.”
“I would highly recommend this hotel.”
“The balcony from the kitchen overlooking the esplanade had amazing views.”
“"Best location, comfortable, amazing staff, awesome kitchen and lounge area"”
“Excellent location close to all the main Cairns attractions.”
“"Clean hostel, good facilities, friendly staff, great location."”
“"Great aircon in the rooms, kitchen was big, nice staff and free breakfast!❤️."”
“Awesome new facilities as the kitchen.”
“"Good location, nice view, kind staff!"”
“"Clean hostel, good facilities, friendly staff, great location."”
“Good value for the money”
“All is clean and new!”
Location
Most popular landmarks
- Esplanade Lagoon133 m
- Cairns Regional Gallery202 m
- Cairns Esplanade226 m
- Center of Contemporary Arts284 m
- Cairns Rainforest Dome0.5 km
- Reef Hotel Casino0.6 km
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