Little Drifter Cairns

2 class rating
8.2
Very good
based on 1319 reviews
1,319 reviews
1/7 Shields Street, Cairns, QLD 4870, Australia
1/7 Shields Street, Cairns, QLD
+61 742 209 307
Thu 10/9
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Fri 11/9
2 guests, 1 room
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Overview

Along with a microwave in a common area, this hostel has a refrigerator in a common area and concierge services. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, laundry facilities, tour/ticket assistance, and a TV in a common area are onsite. Bathrooms are shared. Little Drifter Cairns offers 54 accommodations with air conditioning. This Cairns hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
8.2
Very good
1319 reviews

Latest deals for Little Drifter Cairns

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$111
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$111
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$120
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Queen room, 1 queen bed
$130
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$130
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$131
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Double room, 1 twin bed
$136
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$143
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$146
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$182
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$197
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Amenities at Little Drifter Cairns

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Laundry facilities
  • Express check-out
  • No smoking
  • Air-conditioned
  • Smoke alarms
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Air-conditioned
  • Smoke alarms
  • Dustbins

Health and safety

  • CCTV outside property
  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area

Bathroom

  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower

Dining

  • Shared kitchen
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)

General

  • Lockers
  • Privacy curtain
  • Storage available

Bedroom

  • Reading light
  • Socket near the bed

Things to do

  • Eco tourism
  • Board games/puzzles

Services and conveniences

  • Express check-out
  • Tour desk

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Reviews of Little Drifter Cairns

8.2
Very good
1319 verified ratings
Wonderful
590
Very good
315
Good
160
Okay
88
Fair
59
Mediocre
43
Poor
64

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6.0
Okay
Anonymous, Feb 2025
No towels were provided for private rooms. No information provided that there are no towels

Location

1/7 Shields Street, Cairns, QLD 4870

What's nearby

  • Cairns Night Markets & Food Court165 m
  • Esplanade Lagoon308 m
  • Cairns Rainforest Dome319 m
  • Silverswift Dive and Snorkel388 m
  • Reef Hotel Casino395 m
  • Reef Fleet Terminal0.4 km
  • Cairns Esplanade0.5 km
  • Marlin Marina0.5 km
  • Cairns Central0.6 km
  • Cairns Convention Centre0.7 km
  • Cairns Railway Station0.7 km
  • Down Under Cruise and Dive1.1 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 10:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Little Drifter Cairns

Low season

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Average price (weekend night)

December
July
$167
$191
Cheapest month to stay with an average 67% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 97% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

Little Drifter Cairns

Which month has the cheapest rates at Little Drifter Cairns?

The cheapest month to stay at Little Drifter Cairns is May, with an average nightly rate of $50. The most expensive month is August at $176 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Little Drifter Cairns?

The cheapest day to book Little Drifter Cairns is Sunday, with an average nightly rate of $53. The most expensive day is Wednesday at $207 per night.

How far in advance should you book Little Drifter Cairns?

To get the best price at Little Drifter Cairns, book around 6 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 78% compared to booking last minute.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Little Drifter Cairns

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Little Drifter Cairns, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in December and January.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Little Drifter Cairns, plan to stay on a Sunday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Wednesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Little Drifter Cairns was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $36, while the most expensive was $199.
  • How long should you stay at Little Drifter Cairns? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.

FAQs when booking at Little Drifter Cairns

  • Where is Little Drifter Cairns located?

    Little Drifter Cairns is located at 1/7 Shields Street in Cairns CBD, 0.4 km from the centre of Cairns. Cairns Night Markets & Food Court is the closest landmark to Little Drifter Cairns.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Little Drifter Cairns?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 10:00 at Little Drifter Cairns.

  • Does Little Drifter Cairns offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Little Drifter Cairns offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Little Drifter Cairns from the airport?

    Little Drifter Cairns is 4.6 km from Cairns. Little Drifter Cairns is 125.8 km from Bloomfield.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Little Drifter Cairns hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Little Drifter Cairns in Cairns and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Little Drifter Cairns and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Little Drifter Cairns.

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3-star hotel
46% cheaper
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2-star hotel
26% cheaperWaterfront Backpackers - Hostel6.1 Good (537 reviews)0.27 km$111+
2-star hotel
22% cheaperGlobal Backpackers Cairns Central6.8 Good (82 reviews)0.02 kmCable or satellite TV$117+
3-star hotel
21% cheaperHides Hotel Cairns6.9 Good (2,710 reviews)0.08 kmSnorkelling, Restaurant, Room service$118+

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3-star hotel
46% cheaper
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9 Excellent (33 reviews)0.21 kmWi-Fi$82+
5-star hotel
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5-star hotel
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Distance to city centre

Nearest airport

Distance to airport

0.4 km
Cairns
4.6 km

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