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Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

Cairns Queensland
Check in 2:00 PM
Check out 10:00 AM
Your basecamp for adrenaline awaits at Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort, where epic adventures start and end in ultimate comfort, within a 10-minute walk of Cairns Esplanade and The Cairns Museum. This hostel is 4 minutes walk to Reef Teach and 10 minutes walk to Cairns Performing Arts Centre.

Thrill-seekers will love complimentary high-speed WiFi, a private balcony, mini-refrigerator, in-room coffee & tea facilities, a 45-inch flat-screen TV, daily housekeeping, air conditioning and a private bathroom with premium toiletries, secure kit storage and rugged décor. Conveniences include an in-room safe, an iron and ironing board and wheelchair-accessibility.

Property Details

Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including a nightclub and an outdoor pool. Additional amenities at this hostel include complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and tour/ticket assistance.

  • Covered parking
  • Uncovered parking
  • Books
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Vending machine
  • Lockers available
  • Nightclub
  • Television in common areas
  • Free WiFi
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Number of bars/lounges - 2
  • Number of poolside bars - 1
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Garden
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Volleyball on site
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Luggage storage
  • Golf lessons available nearby
  • Coin laundry on site
  • Billiards or pool table
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concerts/live shows
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Evening entertainment
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • Golfing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Elevator
  • Self parking (surcharge)
  • Terrace
  • Computer station
  • Basketball on site
  • ATM/banking
  • Total number of rooms - 120
  • Number of floors - 4

Check-in

Check-in is from 2:00 PM until midnight. Guests must be at least 18 to check-in.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

  • 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
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Other details

At Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges.

Featured amenities include a computer station, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
The Cairns Museum - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Cairns Historical Society Museum - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Reef Teach - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
The Cultural Place - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Cairns Regional Gallery - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Cairns Night Markets - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Reef Hotel Casino - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Cairns Esplanade - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Cairns Performing Arts Centre - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Reef Fleet Terminal - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Esplanade Lagoon - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Michaelmas Cay - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Cairns Convention Centre - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Jute Theatre - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
The preferred airport for Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort is Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 6.5 km / 4.1 mi

  • Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.


Hotel policies

General

  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in
  • Professional property host/manager
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • By ocean
  • Beach nearby
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Children not allowed
  • Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing

Pets

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Pets not allowed

Other charges

  • Covered self parking fee: AUD 12 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Location

57-89 Grafton Street, Cairns, Queensland 04870, Australia