Nestled near Cairns Central Shopping Centre, YHA Cairns Central offers a tranquil retreat. Explore the garden, dive into a book from the library or get some work done at the business center with in-room WiFi. Guests rave about helpful staff and love cycling around this beautiful location.
Reviews
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Airport transfer
Parking available
Pool
Air conditioning
Laundry facilities
Free WiFi
Main amenities (12)
Outdoor pool
Breakfast available
Self parking
Business centre
Airport shuttle
Air conditioning
Garden
Library
Front desk safe
Vending machine
Self-serve laundry
Meeting room
Feel at home (5)
Garden
Laundry facilities
BBQ(s)
Self-parking (surcharge)
Outdoor swimming pools
The current price is £49
£49
includes taxes & fees
27 Mar - 28 Mar
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Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Cairns Esplanade - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Reef Hotel Casino - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Cairns Marlin Marina - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Reef Fleet Terminal - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Getting around
Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 7 min drive
Cairns Station - 4 min walk
Freshwater Station - 11 min drive
Redlynch Station - 12 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Rusty's Markets - 4 min walk
Food Court - Cairns Central - 2 min walk
T2 Tea - 1 min walk
The Coffee Club - 2 min walk
Grand Hotel - 1 min walk
About this property
YHA Cairns Central
YHA Cairns Central is only 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from the airport and offers a shuttle. Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool, and hiking/biking trails, scuba-diving and snorkelling are nearby. Also, Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Cairns Esplanade are within a short 10-minute walk. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English, German, Japanese, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
52 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
On-site self-parking (AUD 10.00 per day)
Transfers
Airport shuttle*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Barbecue grills
What to do
Pool table
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba-diving nearby
Working away
Business centre
Meeting room
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Bike hire
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Library
An outdoor pool
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Hairdryer (on request)
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Shared kitchen access
More
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 12 for adults and AUD 12 for children
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Parking
Self-parking costs AUD 10.00 per day
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Cairns Central YHA Hostel
Cairns Central YHA
Cairns Central Yha Backpackers Hotel Cairns
Cairns Central Yha Backpackers Hotel
YHA Cairns Central Cairns
Cairns Central YHA Hostel
YHA Cairns Central Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
YHA Cairns Central Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cairns
Frequently asked questions
Does YHA Cairns Central offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, YHA Cairns Central does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at YHA Cairns Central?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at YHA Cairns Central?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at YHA Cairns Central?
Yes. Self-parking costs AUD 10.00 per day.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by YHA Cairns Central?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at YHA Cairns Central?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at YHA Cairns Central?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Reef Hotel Casino (14-min walk) and Cazalys Cairns (4-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at YHA Cairns Central and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as boat tours, hiking and scuba-diving. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hostel's other amenities, which include a garden.
What's the area around YHA Cairns Central like?
YHA Cairns Central is a short 4-minute walk from Cairns Station and 10 minutes' walk from Cairns Esplanade.
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YHA Cairns Central Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
31 Aug 2024
Staff lovely, areas clean, quiet.
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 Sept 2024
Great property would recommend
Sarah
Sarah, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 Oct 2024
This was a great place to stay in Cairns! 10-15 minutes walk to the wharf and great shopping and dining. Large kitchen and shared area in the hostel and I loved that they advertised local events and activities happening.
Emily
Emily, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Apr 2024
Absolutely graetest hottel Ive ever stayed.
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??, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Sept 2024
easy to get to places
HERMANN
HERMANN, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 Oct 2024
Cairns Dive trip
Great facilities, great staff and a great experience all round. Will definately recommend and use again
Steven
Steven, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 Jan 2024
Nice hostel, quiet area, easy street parking
Matt
Matt, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
2 Jul 2024
Great kitchen
HIKARU
HIKARU, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 May 2024
The staff is very kind.
Shinji
Shinji, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
29 Aug 2024
Was great to meet some lovely ladies during my 2 night stay. Staff was excellent and accommodating.
The bed was uncomfortable.
Convenient location.
Rhiannon
Rhiannon, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
13 Jun 2024
Good experience all around.
Jordan
Jordan, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 Jan 2023
Would definitely choose and recommend YHA to a friend the next time. 👍
Janford
8/10 Very good
10 Sept 2023
Good, cheap accommodation in central Cairns
Asher
Asher, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
2 Aug 2024
Easy for when in transit
owen
owen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 Aug 2024
Great.
SHINJI
SHINJI, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
23 Jul 2024
Standard hostel.
Over all was good, the bathrooms were a little dirty. The kitchen was good, though other uses left it untidy.
Robbie
Robbie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 Oct 2023
Comfortable and good value
Nice hostel with friendly and helpful staff. Private room is very comfortable and good value for money. Hostel itself is quite social through the events they put on every night but relaxed in the day which makes a good mix.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
30 Jul 2023
Loved the landscaping around the property..tropical and attractive. Room was a bit small, but l slept well. Hanging hooks provided. Thanks. Would stay again
Rosie
Rosie, 8-night trip
4/10 Fair
10 May 2024
Pool and gardens are very nice. Room was extremely basic and not good value for money. Most staff are friendly but there are some which are very inviting and shouldn't be working in the hospitality industry.
Brook
Brook, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
2 Jul 2024
It’s ok for the price. Stayed in the 10-bed room, which felt quite packed when full. Hardly any privacy. Made a mistake of getting the breakfast, better to just walk across the street to Cairns central for a better proper coffee and breakfast for the same price. Location is excellent and very convenient, although a bit dodgy area.
Sok
Sok, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
23 Jun 2024
I always stay at the YHA Cairns Central because the location is so convenient, right opposite a large, air conditioned shopping centre, buses right outside the door and friendly service but I did find my room hugely over priced, (I stayed in a queen sized room with an ensuite)...$150 a night!! Great facilities, and service but found the price very disappointing; for that price I thought at least a hair dryer, little shampoos, etc and coffee and tea making facilities would have been included
Marcelle
Marcelle, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
15 Aug 2023
Very nice and helpful staff. Rooms are quiet, compact and good but private bathroom is not split into shower, toilet and sink like in some other YHAs (e.g. Sydney Harbor). So our family of 4 took longer to get ready in the morning though we did use the common bathrooms also to speed things up.
Sudhir
Sudhir, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Nov 2022
Very well
Tanusarn
Tanusarn, 3-night trip
4/10 Fair
3 Feb 2024
Don’t have lift
They don’t have life, they only have stairs! But in total they only have a ground floor and a second floor. Things are a bit old except the washing machines and dryer. The air con is not cool enough. The staff is nice and friendly.
Verified traveller
4-night trip
8/10 Very good
9 Aug 2022
Cheap place to stay in central Cairns
Pros: prime location (right in the city centre), nice pool, big kitchen, aircon in dorms works very well, parking available on site (paid).
Cons: reception isn't 24h, which means you won't be able to leave your luggage at the hostel if you checkout early in the morning to go to the boat tours. Toilets ran out of paper, bunk bed is very squeaky, no individual light, no individual power point by the bed, lots of older people (over 50) staying long term (which breaks the youth hostel atmosphere in my view)