YHA Cairns Central

Hostel with outdoor pool, near Cairns Esplanade

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October 2025

November 2025

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.

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Popular amenities

Parking available
Air conditioning
Laundry facilities
Pool
Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

Outdoor pool
Breakfast available
Self parking
Business center
Air conditioning
Garden
Vending machine
Water dispenser
Self-serve laundry
Meeting room
Multilingual staff
Barbecue grills

Feel at home (5)

Garden
Laundry facilities
Barbecue grill(s)
Self parking (surcharge)
Outdoor swimming pools

$59 nightly

Oct 16 - Oct 17

Total with taxes and fees

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Air conditioning

Shared/communal kitchen

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1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed in 4 Share Mixed Dormitory

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Air conditioning

Shared/communal kitchen

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom

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Air conditioning

Shared/communal kitchen

Desk

City view
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1 Double Bed

Queen Room with Ensuite

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Air conditioning

Private bathroom

Eco-friendly toiletries

Shared/communal kitchen

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City view
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Double Plus Two with Ensuite

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Private bathroom

Eco-friendly toiletries

Shared/communal kitchen

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Double Room with Shared Bathroom

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Bed in 10 Share Female Dormitory

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Air conditioning

Shared/communal kitchen

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1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed in 6 Share Female Dormitory

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Air conditioning

Shared/communal kitchen

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1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed in 6 Share Male Dormitory

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Air conditioning

Shared/communal kitchen

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1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed in 6 Share Mixed Dormitory

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Air conditioning

Shared/communal kitchen

Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed in 6 Share Female Dormitory with Ensuite

Exceptional

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Air conditioning

Private bathroom

Eco-friendly toiletries

Shared/communal kitchen

Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed in 6 Share Mixed Dormitory with Ensuite

Highlights

Air conditioning

Private bathroom

Eco-friendly toiletries

Shared/communal kitchen

Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed in 4 Share Female Dormitory

Highlights

Air conditioning

Shared/communal kitchen

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1 Twin Bunk Bed

Twin Room with Ensuite

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Air conditioning

Private bathroom

Eco-friendly toiletries

Shared/communal kitchen

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2 Twin Beds

Queen Plus Four with Ensuite

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Air conditioning

Private bathroom

Eco-friendly toiletries

Shared/communal kitchen

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1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Bunk Beds

Bed In 6 Share Female Dormitory With Ensuite

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Bed In 6 Share Mixed Dormitory With Ensuite

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Double And Two Singles With Ensuite

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Bed In 4 Share Female Dormitory

Sleeps 1

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Parking available
Free WiFi
Restaurant

$128 nightly

Oct 15 - Oct 16

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

20-26 McLeod Street, Cairns, QLD, 4870

What's nearby

Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Cairns Esplanade - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Esplanade Lagoon - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Reef Fleet Terminal - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Cairns Marlin Marina - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 7 min drive
Cairns Station - 4 min walk
Freshwater Station - 11 min drive
Redlynch Station - 12 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
‪T2 Tea - ‬1 min walk
‪Gong Cha - ‬2 min walk
‪KFC - ‬2 min walk
‪Muffin Break - ‬2 min walk

About this property

YHA Cairns Central

YHA Cairns Central offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Cairns Esplanade. Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool, and hiking/biking trails, scuba diving, and snorkeling are nearby. Also, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Reef Fleet Terminal. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

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 cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets not allowed

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Onsite self parking (AUD 5 per day)

Other information

- Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Barbecue grills
Water dispenser

What to do

Pool table
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby

Working away

Business center
Meeting room

Services

Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff

Facilities

Garden
An outdoor pool
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Water dispenser

Room amenities

Home comfort

Air conditioning

Sleep well

Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

Hair dryer (on request)
Towels

Stay connected

Free WiFi

Food and drink

Shared kitchen access

Bulk dispenser for toiletries
Energy-saving switches
Recycling
Water-efficient showers only
Water-efficient toilets only

Fees & policies

Optional extras

Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 12 for adults and AUD 12 for children

Parking

Self parking costs AUD 5 per day

Policies

This property does not have elevators.

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.

Guests can rest easy knowing 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 to 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 5 per day.

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 onsite 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 like 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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