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Castaways Backpackers

207 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD 4870, Australia
Cairns, Australia
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7.8
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based on 344 reviews
344 reviews
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Overview

With a stay at Castaways Backpackers in Cairns (Cairns North), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Convention Centre. This hostel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Cairns Central Shopping Centre and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Reef Fleet Terminal. Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this hostel include complimentary wireless Internet access, a television in a common area, and tour/ticket assistance. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the complimentary area shuttle. Featured amenities include express check-out, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Make yourself at home in one of the 27 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include safes and ceiling fans, and housekeeping is provided on request.
7.8
Good rating
Based on 344 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Castaways Backpackers

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air-conditioned
  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Pool table
  • Storage available
  • Pool

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioned

Parking and transportation

  • Parking

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Things to do

  • Pool table

General

  • Storage available

Pool

  • Pool

Reviews of Castaways Backpackers

7.8
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344 verified ratings
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135
Very good
58
Good
69
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38
Fair
22
Mediocre
5
Poor
17

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Location

207 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD 4870

What's nearby

  • Cairns Hospital370 m
  • Cairns Esplanade1.2 km
  • Down Under Cruise and Dive1.2 km
  • Cairns Night Markets & Food Court1.4 km
  • Cairns Central1.4 km
  • Cairns Railway Station1.5 km
  • Esplanade Lagoon1.5 km
  • Marlin Marina1.7 km
  • Silverswift Dive and Snorkel1.8 km
  • Cairns Rainforest Dome1.8 km
  • Barlow Park1.8 km
  • Reef Fleet Terminal1.8 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:30 PM, check out anytime before 10:00 AM

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FAQs when booking at Castaways Backpackers

  • Where is Castaways Backpackers located?

    Castaways Backpackers is located at 207 Sheridan Street, 1.2 km from the centre of Cairns. Cairns Hospital is the closest landmark to Castaways Backpackers.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Castaways Backpackers?

    Check-in time is 3:30 PM and check-out time is 10:00 AM at Castaways Backpackers.

  • Does Castaways Backpackers offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Castaways Backpackers offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Castaways Backpackers from the airport?

    Castaways Backpackers is 3 km from Cairns. Castaways Backpackers is 124.2 km from Bloomfield.

  • Does Castaways Backpackers have a pool?

    Yes, Castaways Backpackers has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Castaways Backpackers hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Castaways Backpackers 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 Castaways Backpackers 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 Castaways Backpackers.

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Good to know

Distance to downtown

Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

1.2 km
Cairns
3.3 km

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