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YHA Cairns Central

2.0 star property
Hostel with an outdoor pool, steps from Cairns Central Shopping Centre

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Outdoor pool
Shared kitchen
Garden
Property entrance
Twin Room with Ensuite | View from room
YHA Cairns Central is steps from Central Shopping Centre. Guests can relax in the garden, browse the library, or use the business center and in-room WiFi. The property is praised for its helpful staff, and convenient bike rentals make exploring easy.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Pool
The current price is 1.707.903 ₫
1.878.728 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6 Share Female Dormitory with Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Bed in 10 Share Mixed Dormitory

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Queen Plus Four with Ensuite | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Plus Four with Ensuite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Single Bunk Beds

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room with Ensuite | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room with Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Queen Room with Ensuite | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room with Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6 Share Mixed Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 Share Mixed Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 Share Female Dormitory

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6 Share Mixed Dormitory with Ensuite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Bed in 10 Share Female Dormitory

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Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6 Share Female Dormitory

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Double Plus Two with Ensuite | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Plus Two with Ensuite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shared/communal kitchen
Electric kettle
Desk
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6 Share Male Dormitory

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room With Ensuite

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 4 Share Female Dormitory With Ensuite

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Bed In 10 Share Female Dormitory

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Double And Two Singles With Ensuite

  • Sleeps 4

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 4 Share Female Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 4 Share Male Dormitory With Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 6 Share Male Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 6 Share Female Dormitory With Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 6 Share Female Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 10 Share Mixed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen and 4 Singles with Ensuite

  • Sleeps 6

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 6 Share Mixed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room With Ensuite

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 6 Share Mixed Dormitory With Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 4 Share Mixed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
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About the area

Located in Cairns Central Business District, a neighbourhood in Cairns, YHA Cairns Central is near a train station. Cairns Regional Gallery and Copperlode Dam are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Reef Fleet Terminal and The Cultural Place. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Cazaly's Stadium or Barlow Park. Scuba diving, snorkelling and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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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 Station - 4 min walk
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

YHA Cairns Central

Hostel near Cairns Esplanade
Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Reef Fleet Terminal are located near YHA Cairns Central, which provides a garden, laundry facilities and a business centre. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and express check-out
  • Express check-in, a water dispenser and a billiards/pool table
  • Tour/ticket information, 1 meeting room and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 52 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and communal kitchens

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The price is 3.530.930 ₫
3.884.023 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately AUD 12 for adults and from AUD 12 for children
  • Self-parking fee: AUD 5 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at YHA Cairns Central?

As of 26 Sep 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at YHA Cairns Central on 2 Oct 2025 start from 1.707.903 ₫, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is YHA Cairns Central pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at YHA Cairns Central?

Self-parking is available for AUD 5 per day.

What time is check-in at YHA Cairns Central?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at YHA Cairns Central?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is YHA Cairns Central located?

Located in Cairns Central Business District, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Cairns Esplanade. The Cairns Museum and Cairns Historical Society Museum are also within 10 minutes. Cairns Station is only a 4-minute walk.

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