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YHA Cairns Central

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Reef Fleet Terminal and Cairns Marlin Marina are located near YHA Cairns Central, which provides a garden, laundry facilities, and a business center. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
The current price is P4,111
P4,522 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10

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A bunk bed with a white mattress and a rolled white towel, a metal mesh headboard, and a window with a view of the sky.

Bed In 4 Share Mixed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a window with curtains, and a white wall.

Bed In 6 Share Male Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a window with curtains, and a white wall.

Bed In 6 Share Female Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed room with a window, a door, and a carpeted floor.

Bed in 10 Share Mixed Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed with a white mattress and a rolled white towel.

Bed in 4 Share Mixed Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A single bed with a patterned bedspread, a blue metal frame, a window with blue curtains, a wall-mounted radiator, and a small trash bin.

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A single bed with a checkered bedspread, two pillows, and two folded towels. There is a small wooden nightstand on each side of the bed.

Queen Room with Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a chair, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Double Plus Two with Ensuite

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed room with a window, a door, and a carpeted floor.

Bed in 10 Share Female Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed room with a window, a door, and a carpeted floor.

Bed in 6 Share Female Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed room with a window, a door, and a carpeted floor.

Bed in 6 Share Male Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed room with a window, a door, and a carpeted floor.

Bed in 6 Share Mixed Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Bed in 6 Share Female Dormitory with Ensuite

A bunk bed room with a window, a door, and a carpeted floor.

Bed in 6 Share Female Dormitory with Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Bed in 6 Share Mixed Dormitory with Ensuite

A bunk bed room with a window, a door, and a carpeted floor.

Bed in 6 Share Mixed Dormitory with Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Bed in 4 Share Female Dormitory

A bunk bed with a white mattress and a rolled white towel.

Bed in 4 Share Female Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Twin Room with Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A room with bunk beds, a desk, a wardrobe, and an air conditioning unit.

Queen Plus Four with Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Located in Cairns Central Business District, a neighborhood in Cairns, YHA Cairns Central is near a train station. Reef Fleet Terminal and Cairns Marlin Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cairns Esplanade. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Barlow Park or Cazaly's Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, snorkeling, and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Cairns travel guide
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20-26 McLeod Street, Cairns, QLD, 4870

What's nearby

  • A train carriage with red seats and windows.
    Cairns Central Shopping Centre
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A narrow market aisle with clothing racks, hats, and accessories.
    Cairns Night Markets
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A crowded swimming pool with people enjoying the water, a lifeguard chair, and a lifeguard tower.
    Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A marina with several sailboats docked at the pier.
    Cairns Marlin Marina
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Reef Hotel Casino
    8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Cairns Station
    4 min walk
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
    13 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Grand Hotel
    1 min walk
  • KFC
    2 min walk
  • McDonald's
    3 min walk
  • Candy
    7 min walk
  • Caffiend
    7 min walk

About this property

YHA Cairns Central

  • Hostel near Cairns Esplanade
  • Reef Fleet Terminal and Cairns Marlin Marina are located near YHA Cairns Central, which provides a garden, laundry facilities, and a business center. 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 assistance, 1 meeting room, and multilingual staff
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 52 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and communal kitchens

Awards and affiliations

  • Sustainability Certifications
  • This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Ecotourism Australia Sustainable Tourism. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (AUD 5 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 12 for adults and AUD 12 for children

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Waste recycling policy
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 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 - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 12 for adults and 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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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 elevators

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 Aug 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at YHA Cairns Central on Sep 9, 2026 start from P4,111, 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?

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: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at YHA Cairns Central?

Check-out 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. Reef Fleet Terminal and Cairns Marlin Marina are also within 15 minutes. Cairns Station is only a 4-minute walk.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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