Enjoy free Wi-Fi and access to a swimming pool and a communal kitchen at Castaways Backpackers Cairns. It is located 5 minutes’ walk from the popular Esplanade. You can meet other guests in the lounge area, which features a TV and DVD player. All rooms offer ceiling fans, a refrigerator and coin-operated air conditioning. Most rooms have access to shared bathroom facilities. Castaways Backpackers is less than 15 minutes’ drive from Cairns Airport and Raintrees Shopping Center. Palm Cove is a 30-minute drive away.

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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
3 twin beds
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
1 full bed
and
1 bunk bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
6.9
Facilities
5.1
Cleanliness
5.3
Comfort
5.1
Value for money
6.0
Location
6.7
Free WiFi
10
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Area info

Amenities of Castaways Backpackers Cairns

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Laundry
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Refrigerator
Activities
  • Pool table
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
    Additional charge
  • Fan
  • Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practice

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House rules

Castaways Backpackers Cairns takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa Eftpos Cash is not accepted Castaways Backpackers Cairns accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please let Castaways Backpackers Cairns know your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please note that Castaways Backpackers Cairns does not accept payments with American Express credit cards.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

FAQs about Castaways Backpackers Cairns

  • Castaways Backpackers Cairns offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Pool table
    • Swimming pool

  • The prices at Castaways Backpackers Cairns may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Check-in at Castaways Backpackers Cairns is from 3:30 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Castaways Backpackers Cairns is 0.7 miles from the center of Cairns. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.