YHA Cairns Central
1 night
Rooms and Guests
1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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YHA Cairns Central
Hostel
20-26 McLeod St, Cairns, Queensland, 4870, Australia
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With a stay at YHA Cairns Central in Cairns (Cairns Central Business District), you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. This hostel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Reef Fleet Terminal and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Cairns Marlin Marina.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. This hostel also features complimentary wireless Internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills.
Featured amenities include a business centre, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and self-parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 52 air-conditioned guestrooms. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers.Show More
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Highlights
Sparkling clean
Excellent service
Ideal location
Lots to doAmenities
Private parking
Laundry room
Outdoor swimming pool
Luggage storage
Multi-function room
Wi-Fi in public areasFree
Billiards room
Car rentals
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Property Description
With a stay at YHA Cairns Central in Cairns (Cairns Central Business District), you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. This hostel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Reef Fleet Terminal and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Cairns Marlin Marina.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. This hostel also features complimentary wireless Internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills.
Featured amenities include a business centre, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and self-parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 52 air-conditioned guestrooms. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers.
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4.6/5
GreatGood Facilities and stay with some friendly people around.
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Surroundings
Airport: Cairns Airport
(6.8 km)
Airport: Mareeba Airport
(69.6 km)
Train: Cairns Central Station
(250m)
Train: Freshwater
(10.8 km)
Landmarks: Gilligan's Bar
(220m)
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Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
5
Bed In 4 Share Female Dormitory
1 bunk bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Hot water (24 hours)
Wi-Fi in room
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5
Bed In 4 Share Male Dormitory With Ensuite
1 bunk bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Shared bathroom
Shared toilet
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5
Bed In 4 Share Mixed Dormitory
1 bunk bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Shared bathroom
Shared toilet
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5
Bed In 6 Share Male Dormitory
1 bunk bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Shared bathroom
Shared toilet
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4
Twin Room With Ensuite
2 single beds
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Private toilet
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4
Bed In 10 Share Female Dormitory
1 bunk bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Shared bathroom
Shared toilet
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5
Bed In 6 Share Female Dormitory With Ensuite
1 bunk bed
May not have a window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Kitchen
Hot water (24 hours)
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3
Double And Two Singles With Ensuite
2 bunk beds and 1 double bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Private toilet
Kitchen
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4
Bed In 4 Share Female Dormitory With Ensuite
1 bunk bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Kitchen
Shared bathroom
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5
Double Room with Shared Bathroom
1 double bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Kitchen
Shared bathroom
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4
Queen and 4 Singles with Ensuite
4 bunk beds and 1 queen bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Private toilet
LCD TV
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5
Bed In 6 Share Mixed Dormitory With Ensuite
1 bunk bed
May not have a window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Kitchen
Hot water (24 hours)
Check Availability
5
Bed In 6 Share Mixed Dormitory
1 bunk bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Kitchen
Shared bathroom
Check Availability
6
Bed In 10 Share Mixed Dormitory
1 bunk bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Shared bathroom
Shared toilet
Check Availability
5
Queen Room With Ensuite
1 queen bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Private toilet
Check Availability
5
Bed In 6 Share Female Dormitory
1 bunk bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Shared bathroom
Shared toilet
Check Availability
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Guest Reviews
4.6/5
Great
70 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness4.6
- Amenities4.3
- Location4.7
- Service4.6
Average for similar properties in Cairns
AI Summary
Guests appreciate the clean environment, friendly staff, well-equipped facilities, and convenient location near public transport and amenities. However, some may find it lacking in personal touches.
Anonymous User
January 14, 2025
The room was pretty clean, however was left unimpressed when I came across a cockroach in the shower. The space was just alright for the two of us. The breakfast was very basic and they didn't start on time at 7am as advertised.
Bommi
February 27, 2025
An amazing hostel with a great vibe. Close to supermarkets and public transport. Def would recommend it to anyone who would like to stay here.
Guest User
January 22, 2025
Good Facilities and stay with some friendly people around.
Cillthebutter
October 21, 2024
Spent 2 nights only but I enjoyed my short stay here! Location near the train station and only 8minutes away from Cairns airport if you go by uber
Wong Wei Ping
March 11, 2025
Convenient check in and check out. Friendly staff and clean amenities. Good for budget hotel
Maco P.
August 4, 2024
Location is right front of big shopping centre.
4mibts to Rusty fruits and vegie market.
Only 15 mints to esplanades st.
Room is clean , bath room clean
Just kitchen need to update .
Bit rustic around water area.
But overall , excellent service and friendly staff!!
WanTLH
January 11, 2025
Great hostel with swimming pool.. clean
What can i suggest provide table lamp.. because lamp inside the room its central and to bright if u turn on when other already sleep
Guest User
March 26, 2025
If you have a blue jacket, please contact me
Thank you for servise :)
Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Private parking
Additional charge
Laundry room
Outdoor swimming pool
Luggage storage
Additional charge
Multi-function room
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Billiards room
Car rentals
Bicycle rental
Snorkeling
Hiking
Diving
Outdoor swimming pool
Multi-function room
Restaurant
Restaurant
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Outdoor swimming pool
Opening times
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking, and Charge, AU$10.00 (approx. AED 23.10) Daily. Reservation not needed.
Private parking
Additional charge
Transportation
Car rentals
Bicycle rental
Front Desk Services
Luggage storage
Additional charge
Express check-in and check-out
Safe at front desk
Lockers available
Tour and ticket booking service
Front desk (limited hours)
Languages Spoken
English
German
Japanese
Spanish
Health & Wellness
Billiards room
Snorkeling
Hiking
Diving
Activities
Eco tours
Public Areas
Non-smoking floor
Smoking area
BBQ
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Shared kitchen
Cleaning Services
Laundry room
Laundry service (off-site)
Laundry service (on-site)
Additional charge
Business Services
Multi-function room
Safety & Security
Security personnel
Smoke detector
CCTV in public areas
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
First aid room
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 14:00–22:00
Check-out: 07:00–10:00
Front desk hours: [Mon-Sun]07:00–22:00
If you will arrive outside of check-in hours, contact the property 1 day in advance by email/phone.At the same time, please provide proof of identification, your check-in time
Child Policies
Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cribs and Extra Beds
For all room types, cribs and extra beds cannot be added.
Breakfast
TypeContinental
StyleBuffet
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Children 17 years old and under | AU$12.00 (approx. AED 27.72) per person |
Adult | Buffet:AU$12.00 (approx. AED 27.72) per person |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Service Animals
Service animals are allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old.
Parties
Parties and activities not allowed
Paying at the Hotel
Property Description
- Opened: 2008
- Renovated: 2012
- Number of Rooms: 17
With a stay at YHA Cairns Central in Cairns (Cairns Central Business District), you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. This hostel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Reef Fleet Terminal and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Cairns Marlin Marina.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. This hostel also features complimentary wireless Internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills.
Featured amenities include a business centre, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and self-parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 52 air-conditioned guestrooms. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers.