- Garden
- Swimming Pool
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Key card access
- Non-smoking rooms
- Luggage storage
- Parking on site
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About this property
YHA Cairns Central is located just 15 minutes' walk from The Esplanade and Trinity Wharf. It features an outdoor swimming pool, 2 spas, and a free Wi-Fi hotspot. Accommodation options include private rooms with an en suite bathroom or dormitory rooms with a shared bathroom. All rooms are air-conditioned. Facilities include a communal kitchen and dining area and a guest laundry. Co-working space, or play a game of billiards. The tour desk can arrange Great Barrier Reef cruises, snorkelling and diving trips. YHA Cairns Central is set opposite Cairns Station and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. It is 5 minutes’ walk from the bars, shops and cafés along Cairn's Esplanade.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Private parking
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Laundry
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Availability
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1 bunk bed and 1 large double bed | ||
1 double bed and 4 bunk beds | ||
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Sustainability
- Ecotourism Australia Sustainable Tourism Certification
- HI-Q&S Certified
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Kittyspirit1
United Kingdom
“I was in a 4-bed female dorm with ensuite bathroom and it was great. As you'd expect for a hostel but it was in a perfect location (right outside Cairns Central shopping centre) and only a 15 minute walk to the Lagoon and marina for day trips.” - Yuna
France
“The swimming-pool and the kitchen were really nice.” - Chantal
Canada
“The manager was fantastic. Super friendly and helpful.” - Michael
Australia
“Its a very good value for money stay in Cairns , major shopping center opposite , very easy walk to shops and restaurants . Its got all the amenities you need and its very well maintained .” - David
United Kingdom
“I arrived unexpectedly, had to take a dorm and the whole experience was much better than I expected. Respectful people, and helpful staff. Even provided me with a padlock for my own bag cupboard. Central but quiet area in the town.” - Ketumi
Australia
“Great location, kind staff, clean shared amenities. Shared kitchen is massive & well-equipped. It was exactly what we expected and just as pictured. Suited us perfectly being at the end of our trip when the funds were low lol.” - Birgit
Germany
“Clean, functional room and well-equipped common area with kitchen, outdoor seating, workspace and pool. Centrally located and very close to shopping mall and supermarkets. One of the more quiet hostels.” - Louis
Ireland
“Super friendly staff at the reception! The facilities and equipment were great. Was not expecting so much attention to detail. Room was clean and comfy.” - Anna
Australia
“Loved the atmosphere and the cleanliness, the staff were very helpful. Top location and facilities.” - Astrid
Italy
“We stayed here just one night and it was fine. The room was comfortable but looked a bit like a prison. Bathrooms clean and staff was kind.”
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.



The fine print
The supervision of guests under 18 years of age remains the responsibility of their parent or legal guardian whilst at a YHA property. Guests under 18 years of age are not permitted to stay in Co-living shared dormitory rooms, they can only be accommodated in private rooms. For further information on the YHA child safety policy please contact the property directly.
For bookings of 10 or more guests, different prices, policies and procedures may apply. For further information please contact the property directly.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform YHA Cairns Central in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.