Cairns Central YHA

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Cairns Central YHA

With the Great Barrier Reef on your door step, this centrally located hostel is the perfect base to explore Tropical North Queensland, offering a tranquil outdoor pool area, communal kitchen, large common areas and air conditioned rooms.

- YHA

Shared Rooms

All shared rooms include:

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

Option up:

Ensuite
Premium Wi-Fi
Parking

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- YHA

Private Rooms

All private rooms include:

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

Option up:

Ensuite
Premium Wi-Fi
Parking

Facilities

Air conditioning
Disabled Access
Games room
Free Hot Spot & Wifi Plus
Parking
Swimming Pool
Television
Tour Desk

Experiences

$995

per person

Great Barrier Reef 5 day scuba diving course

Learn to scuba dive on the Great Barrier Reef with this 5 Day PADI Open Water diving course in Cairns. Includes 2 FREE NIGHTS at Cairns Central YHA.

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$568

per person

Ultimate Cairns Skydiving, Reef and Rainforest Package

This package is the ultimate Cairns adventure! Skydive from 14,000ft, snorkel the Outer Great Barrier Reef and chase waterfalls through World Heritage Listed tropical rainforests.

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$238

per person

Premium Great Barrier Reef Snorkelling Tour

Step aboard one of the best day boats from Cairns to the Outer Great Barrier Reef where you will experience three stunning reef sites full of spectacular coral formations and vibrant marine life. This is a day full of fund and adventure, not to be missed!

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$249

per person

Greyhound Whimit Bus Pass

The most affordable and flexible Australian travel pass. Travel on the Greyhound network anywhere around Australia for as long as your time allows. Save 5% when you book with YHA!

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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 a FREE Hot Spot (Wifi Plus also available). 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

91% customer rating, based on 4725 reviews

Perfectly located - 1-min walk to the shopping centre & 5-min to the clubs. Very comfy beds, plenty of space & storage in the shared dorms. Free or cheap activities happening every single day & run by fun & friendly staff! The trip to the AJ Hackett tower & bungy on Sunday is definitely the must-do! In other words, if you wish to relax, work or meet people, this is a place for everyone! Would definitely come back!

90%

Christine P 30/10/2018
Tres bien situé. Tout est neuf et propre, ambiance Miami. Je recommande.

100%

Celine Gisele Colette A 30/10/2018
Ich habe den Aufenthalt sehr genossen. Der Supermarkt gegenüber In 10 min bei den Esplanates und im Zentrum Tolle Atmosphäre und die Pancakes waren lecker

92%

Eva 10/10/2018
This is not the first time we have stayed with you and as before we enjoyed our stay. Staff were particularly helpful. Would recommend the hostel.

100%

Alan George H 9/10/2018
Staff were very helpful and knowledgable, helping us in all matters.

80%

Judith Cherrill N 8/10/2018
The hostel was beautiful. It was very clean and it exceeded my expectations from previous (non-YHA) hostels I’ve stayed at.

100%

Patrick T 5/10/2018
Good atmosphere and great fun people!

85%

Marlaina Christina D 15/09/2018
It's located very well.

100%

Alexander E 12/09/2018
In addition to the unbeatable location of Cairns YHA I valued the convenient and secure parking space for my car, available for a few extra dollars. Also, free pancakes for breakfast, yesss!

98%

Verena H 12/09/2018
The hostel was great, full of life, in a nice central location with all the facilities one needs when on holiday.

98%

Jill H 10/09/2018

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

Cairns Central YHA

Shared Rooms

Private Rooms

Facilities

Experiences

Great Barrier Reef 5 day scuba diving course

Ultimate Cairns Skydiving, Reef and Rainforest Package

Premium Great Barrier Reef Snorkelling Tour

Greyhound Whimit Bus Pass

More about Cairns Central YHA

Reviews

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Getting here by train

Getting here by bus

Nearest airport

Getting here by car or taxi

Around the hostel

Main attractions

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