How far is Castaways Backpackers from Cairns Regional Gallery?

Castaways Backpackers is about 2.1 km from Cairns Regional Gallery, one of Cairns’s most popular landmarks.

Is Castaways Backpackers close to Esplanade Lagoon?

If you want to see Esplanade Lagoon while visiting Cairns, Castaways Backpackers is just 1.5 km away.

How close is Castaways Backpackers to the nearest airport, Cairns Airport?

With no traffic, the 5.4 km drive between Castaways Backpackers and Cairns Airport (the nearest airport) will generally only take about 0h 04m. If you’re staying in a metropolitan area, you may see your drive time increase due to busy roads.

What is the best way for guests to get from Cairns Airport to Castaways Backpackers?

Getting from Cairns Airport to Castaways Backpackers can be as easy as renting a car at the airport’s rental desk for, on average, C$ 62/day in Cairns. Luckily, Castaways Backpackers has parking on site for guests who choose this method of transportation. One of the more popular options today is to take a taxi or ridesharing service directly from Cairns Airport to the hotel. This option is often cost effective, but guests must keep a lookout for peak time rates.

Is there a pool at Castaways Backpackers?

Yes, Castaways Backpackers has a pool for hotel guests. Generally, hotel pools have opening and closing times so be sure to speak to the front desk before using the pool.

How close is Castaways Backpackers from the Cairns city center?

Castaways Backpackers is 1 km away from the center of Downtown, Cairns. Consider visiting Barlow Park, a popular landmark that can be accessed from Castaways Backpackers by various forms of transportation.

What is the Castaways Backpackers phone number?

If you have questions or concerns about your stay, call +61 740 511 238 to talk to a Castaways Backpackers front desk representative.

Does Castaways Backpackers have Wi-Fi available?

Yes, Castaways Backpackers has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

What is the check-out time at Castaways Backpackers?

Castaways Backpackers check-out time is 10:00 AM, though late check-out may be accommodated if agreed in advance with the hotel reception.

Does Castaways Backpackers have a laundry service?

This accommodation does offer laundry services.

What is the cheapest month to stay at Castaways Backpackers?

For the best chance to save money on your Castaways Backpackers reservation, consider staying in August, when prices are typically at their lowest (C$ 80).

Castaways Backpackers

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207 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

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About Castaways Backpackers

With a stay at Castaways Backpackers in Cairns (Cairns North), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Convention Centre. This hostel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Cairns Central Sh...

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Check-in time	3:30 PM
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Free Wi-Fi
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Air-conditioned
Non-smoking rooms available
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Laundry facilities
Non-smoking rooms available
Air-conditioned
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We had such a lovely time here. (in 5 reviews)
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It was far from the centre. (in 2 reviews)
It has not bunk bed 😀. (in 8 reviews)
Dirtiest room in a hostel I’ve ever seen. (in 9 reviews)

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