Caravella Backpackers | Hostel in Cairns

8.6 (627 Reviews) |   50 Bedrooms  7 Bathrooms  35 Guests
Cairns Hostel | Caravella Backpackers

50 Bedroom Hostel in Cairns

Ideally located in the scenic and quieter area of the Esplanade- away from the noise of the clubs, bars and traffic- but only an easy 10 minute walk to the main attractions, the Pier and Cairns City center. An evening meal deal at a nearby licensed venue each night. Guests enjoy free WiFi in public areas until 22:30, a large swimming pool, BBQ facilities, a self-service laundry and 2 fully equipped shared kitchens. Caravella Hostel offers a choice of private and dormitory rooms, each offering free air conditioning, a fan and a refrigerator. Rooms with private bathroom facilities are available. Free luggage storage and a free safety deposit box are provided at reception. The property offers tour discounts for all tours booked through the hostel. Guests can relax in the shared TV lounge room and a communal area with free WiFi throughout the day. The staff can assist with information on local tours and activities. Our onsite Bagus Cafe can cater for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Cairns Airport is a 12-minute drive from Caravella Backpackers Cairns. Cairns Pier, the departure point for Great Barrier Reef cruises, is a 15-minute walk away. There are shops, bars and nightclubs within a 10-minute walk.

Caravella Backpackers is located in Cairns.

This 50 Bedrooms Hostel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Internet, Parking, and several others. This is a 2 star rated property and has over 627 reviews with the average score of 8.6 . Coming to Cairns and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hostel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pool
Designated Smoking Area
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Restaurant
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Coffee house on site
  • Restaurant
  • Wine/Champagne
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Parking
  • Free parking
  • Street parking
  • Parking
Activities
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Water sports facilities on site
  • Playground
  • Ping-pong
  • Snorkeling
  • Beachfront
  • Horseback riding
  • Water park
  • Fishing
  • Beach
  • Cycling
  • Canoeing
  • Diving
Entertainment
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Safe
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Designated smoking area
Guest Services
  • Baggage storage
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Private check-in/out
  • Laundry
  • Express check-in/out
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Car rental
  • Tour desk
  • Fax/Photocopying
Internet
  • Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Wifi
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sun deck
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor pool (year-round)
  • BBQ facilities
Security/Safety
  • Key access
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Security alarm
  • Smoke alarms
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Cashless payment available
Spa
  • Swimming pool
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Fenced pool

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

Please note that there is a 2.96% charge when you pay with a credit card, please note that there is a 0.14% charge when you pay with eftpos, the maximum stay in share rooms is 10 days, please note for group bookings of 6 or more guests, free airport pick up is not available and different policies and additional supplements may apply, you can request daily housekeeping service at an extra charge, guests are required to show a valid photo identification and a valid credit card upon check-in. this credit card must be in the same name as the guest's name on the booking confirmation.please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Reviews

Value for money:
8.31
Location:
9.31
Staff:
9.1
Facilities:
8.1
Comfort:
8.48
Cleanliness:
8.46
Mel
Feb 17, 2026 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   9
Australia
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Double Room with Shared Bathroom
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 20 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Toilet, Shower, Shared bathroom, Hairdryer, Towels

General

Trash cans, Fan, Tile/Marble floor, Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Double or Twin Room with Terrace
Room Type: Twin/Double
Room Size: 20 m2
2 Full bed(s) Bed
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Body soap, Private bathroom, Conditioner, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Toilet, Shower, Towels

General

Trash cans, Fan, Tile/Marble floor, Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Double Room with Private Bathroom
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 20 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Body soap, Private bathroom, Conditioner, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Toilet, Shower, Towels

General

Trash cans, Fan, Tile/Marble floor, Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 20 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Toilet, Shower, Shared bathroom, Towels

General

Trash cans, Fan, Tile/Marble floor, Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Superior Double/Twin Room with Private Bathroom
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 30 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Superior Double/Twin Room with Private Bathroom

Bathroom

Body soap, Private bathroom, Conditioner, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Toilet, Shower, Towels

General

Trash cans, Tile/Marble floor, Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Living Area

Sitting area

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack, Socket near the bed
Deluxe Apartment
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 50 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
1 Sofa bed Bed
1 Sofa bed Bed
Deluxe Apartment

Bathroom

Body soap, Private bathroom, Conditioner, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Toilet, Shower, Hairdryer, Towels

General

Fan, Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Bedroom

Linens, Childrens' cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Socket near the bed
Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 20 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Toilet, Shower, Shared bathroom, Hairdryer

General

Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning

Kitchen

Refrigerator
Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 20 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room

Bathroom

Body soap, Toilet paper, Toilet, Shower, Shared bathroom, Hairdryer, Towels

General

Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning

Kitchen

Refrigerator
Three-Bedroom Apartment with Balcony
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 20 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Three-Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

Bathroom

Body soap, Private bathroom, Conditioner, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Toilet, Shower, Hairdryer, Towels

General

Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning

Kitchen

Refrigerator
Three-Bedroom Apartment with Balcony
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 100 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Three-Bedroom Apartment with Balcony

Bathroom

Body soap, Private bathroom, Conditioner, Toilet paper, Shampoo, Toilet, Shower, Towels

General

Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning

Kitchen

Refrigerator
Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 20 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room

Bathroom

Toilet, Shower, Private bathroom

General

Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning

Kitchen

Refrigerator
Double Room with Balcony
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 20 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Double Room with Balcony

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Toilet, Shower, Shared bathroom, Hairdryer

General

Tile/Marble floor, Smoke Alarm, Air conditioning

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only
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