Cairns Central YHA

Due to the current Covid-19 emergency, and restrictions on travel, Cairns Central YHA is currently closed until further notice. We are sorry for any inconvenience.

Shared Rooms

All shared rooms include:

Linen & individual lockers
Free, fast Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Access to BBQ, swimming pool & games room

Option up:

Ensuite
Parking

Book with ePack

Private Rooms

All private rooms include:

Linen, table & chair
Free, fast Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Access to BBQ, swimming pool & games room

Option up:

Ensuite
Parking

Facilities

Air conditioning
Disabled Access
Games room
Free, fast Wi-Fi throughout the property
Parking
Swimming Pool
Television
Tour Desk

More about Cairns Central YHA

Cairns is a backpackers' mecca and has all a budget conscious traveller needs for a comfortable stay.

Cairns YHA is opposite Cairns Central Shopping Centre and is a short walk from the Cairns Esplanade. Here, you will find lots of pubs, shops and cafés, plus Trinity Wharf, departure point for Great Barrier Reef cruises and tours.

YHA's Backpacker hostel in Cairns has 59 rooms including dorm, twin/double and family rooms. All are air-conditioned and many have ensuites. There is also free, fast Wi-Fi all throughout the property. An airport shuttle bus is available for guests at a discounted rate of $5 (arrivals only) between 8am - 8pm. Please contact the hostel directly for booking instructions and discount code.

Make sure you stick around for breakfast! There is FREE pancakes from 7:00am - 9am daily.

Reviews

92% customer rating, based on 5502 reviews

I had my own room. Kitchen was busy at times. Always showers available when I wanted to use one.

98%

Alison M 22/03/2020
Love this hostel! So close to everything, great atmosphere, clean and safe. Highly recommend it

100%

Tyler C 20/03/2020
Very nice hostel

88%

Fiona D 25/02/2020
My stays are always great!

100%

Diana P 24/02/2020
Just great ☆☆☆ Recommended it to my friends and family ☆☆☆ Thanks again for the service ☆☆☆

100%

Guido K 17/02/2020
I was lucky because the girls in my room were all so nice. I’ll stay in YHA again!

100%

Yap G 16/02/2020
really enjoyed my stay

100%

Ashlie W 15/02/2020
it,is cheap and nice hostel,everyday guests can enjoy free pancake in the morning, and a wonderful kitchen ,there are a plenty of free food for guests.

100%

Hsiu C 13/02/2020
Best hostel in Cairns.. Thanks for ur amazing hospitality team YHA. I'll be back

100%

Daniel K 13/02/2020
I had a great time staying at YHA Cairns. Staffs were helpful and friendly.

100%

Chutima B 7/02/2020

FIND US...

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Address:	20-26 McLeod Street Cairns,
State:	QLD, 4870
Email:	cairnscentral@yha.com.au
Phone:	(+617) 4051 0772
Hostel Manager:	Martin Greenhalgh
Payment:	MasterCard,Visa

OPENING TIMES

Hostel	Open all year
Reception	24 hours with limited services between 11:00pm to 6:30am
Check in	2PM - 11PM
Check out	until 10:00am daily

Getting here by train

As far as hostels in Cairns, Australia go, Cairns Central YHA is extremely convenient. Cairns Railway Station is across the road, only 50m away! Queensland Rail Services to/from Brisbane depart from Cairns Railway Station. Kuranda Scenic Railway and Skyrail rainforest journeys also depart from Cairns Railway Station.

Getting here by bus

Cairns Bus Terminal is 1km from Cairns Central YHA Hostel. All major coach companies service Cairns.

Nearest airport

Cairns Airport is 7.5km from Cairns Central YHA. Airport shuttle bus pick up is available (arrivals only) between 8AM to 8PM for a discounted rate of $5. Airport transfers must be booked in advance, please contact the hostel directly for instructions on how to book. Available for Cairns Central YHA guests only.

Getting here by car or taxi

Parking - limited secure parking is available onsite. Please enquire prior to arrival to avoid disappointment. Taxis offer 24-hour service and are conveniently located across the road.

Around the hostel

Main attractions

Great Barrier Reef
World Heritage-listed Daintree Rainforest
Esplanade Boardwalk
Cairns Botanic Gardens
Mungalli Falls
Trinity Beach

Nearby facilities & attractions

Whitewater Rafting
Scuba Diving
Snorkelling
Swimming
Jet Skiing/Waterskiing
Canoeing/Kayaking
Bungee Jumping
Flyboarding
Skydiving
Off Road Motorcycle Tours
4WD Tours
Hot Air Ballooning
Cycling
Golfing
Bushwalking/Hiking
Party Buses
Cairns Zoom and Wildlife Dome
Restaurants and Pubs

FIND US...

Show location map

Address:	20-26 McLeod Street Cairns,
State:	QLD, 4870
Email:	cairnscentral@yha.com.au
Phone:	(+617) 4051 0772
Hostel Manager:	Martin Greenhalgh
Payment:	MasterCard,Visa

OPENING TIMES

Hostel	Open all year
Reception	24 hours with limited services between 11:00pm to 6:30am
Check in	2PM - 11PM
Check out	until 10:00am daily

Cairns Central YHA