Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

Hostel with a nightclub, 8-minute walk to Cairns Esplanade

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Dates

November 2025

December 2025

Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Located near Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Marlin Marina, Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort buzzes with activity. Enjoy the nightclub, poolside concerts, or relax on the sunny terrace. The hostel's book collection offers quieter moments in this action-packed spot.

Very good

Popular amenities

24/7 front desk
Bar
Parking available
Housekeeping
Kitchen
Air conditioning

HK$1,074 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

Room options

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Tonight

Oct 31 - Nov 1

Tomorrow

Nov 1 - Nov 2

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

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Bed In 10 Beds Dormitory (Clubside)

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Bed In 8 Beds Mixed Dormitory (Clubside)

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Bed In 6 Beds Mixed Dormitory

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Bed In 4 Beds Mixed Dormitory

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Bed In 4 Beds Female Dormitory (Clubside)

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Bed In 6 Beds Female Dormitory

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Bed In 8 Beds Female Dormitory

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King Room

Sleeps 2

Twin Room

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Deluxe Room

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6 Bed Mixed Dorm With En-Suite

Highlights

Balcony

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Private bathroom

Shared/communal kitchen

Digital channels

Daily housekeeping

215 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 1
3 Large Twin Bunk Beds

6 Bed Female Dorm With En-Suite

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Private bathroom

Shared/communal kitchen

Digital channels

Daily housekeeping

215 sq ft
City view
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3 Large Twin Bunk Beds

4 Bed Mixed Dorm With En-Suite

Highlights

Balcony

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Private bathroom

Shared/communal kitchen

Digital channels

Daily housekeeping

215 sq ft
City view
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4 Large Twin Beds

Hotel King Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

Private bathroom

Shared/communal kitchen

Coffee/tea maker

Digital channels

In-room safe

City view
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1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

10 Bed Mixed Dorm With En-Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Private bathroom

Shared/communal kitchen

Digital channels

Daily housekeeping

377 sq ft
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5 Large Twin Bunk Beds

4 Bed Female Dorm With En-Suite

Wonderful

Highlights

Balcony

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Private bathroom

Shared/communal kitchen

Digital channels

Daily housekeeping

215 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 1
4 Large Twin Beds

Hotel Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

Private bathroom

Shared/communal kitchen

Coffee/tea maker

Digital channels

In-room safe

215 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Hotel Deluxe Room

Wonderful

Highlights

Balcony

Air conditioning

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

Private bathroom

Shared/communal kitchen

Coffee/tea maker

Digital channels

215 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

8 bed Mixed Dorm With En-Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Private bathroom

Shared/communal kitchen

Digital channels

Daily housekeeping

Sleeps 1
4 Large Twin Bunk Beds

8 Bed En-suite Female

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Private bathroom

Shared/communal kitchen

Digital channels

Daily housekeeping

Sleeps 1
4 Large Twin Bunk Beds

4 Bed En-suite Deluxe Mixed

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Private bathroom

Shared/communal kitchen

Digital channels

Daily housekeeping

Sleeps 1
4 Large Twin Beds

Bed In 8 Beds Deluxe Mixed Dormitory

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Bed In 4 Beds Deluxe Mixed Dormitory

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About the area

57-89 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, 04870

What's nearby

Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Cairns Esplanade - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Esplanade Lagoon - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Reef Fleet Terminal - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Cairns Marlin Marina - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

Cairns Station - 8 min walk
Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

‪Caffiend - ‬5 min walk
‪Annee's Caphê - ‬5 min walk
‪Candy - ‬3 min walk
‪Blackbird Espresso - ‬5 min walk
‪Fetta's Greek Taverna - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

Hostel near Cairns Esplanade

Close to Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Reef Fleet Terminal, Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort provides a nightclub, a poolside bar and concerts and live shows. Adventurous travellers may like the volleyball and basketball at this hostel. In addition to a terrace and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

You'll also enjoy perks such as:

An outdoor pool
Self-parking (surcharge), multilingual staff and books
A front desk safe, a billiards/pool table and a vending machine
A computer station, a lift and ATM/banking services

Room features

All 120 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi.

Extra conveniences in all rooms include:

Bathrooms with showers
45-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
Communal kitchens and daily housekeeping

Similar properties

Pool
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Breakfast available

HK$550 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

Covered parking on site (AUD 12 per day)

Food and drink

2 bars/lounges
A poolside bar
A restaurant

Things to do

Basketball
Billiards/pool table
Books
Concerts/live shows
Evening entertainment
Nightclub
Outdoor pool
TV in common areas
Volleyball

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
ATM
Laundry facilities
Lockers
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine

Guest services

Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

Computer station

Outdoors

Garden
Terrace

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Grab bar near toilet
Lift
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

4 floors
Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Hair dryer (on request)
Private bathroom
Shower

Entertainment

45-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

Shared kitchen access

More

Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 18 are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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.

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

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort?

As of 31 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort on 17 Nov 2025 start from HK$969.49, 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 Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort?

Self-parking is available for AUD 12 per day.

What time is check-in at Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort located?

Located in Cairns Central Business District, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of The Cairns Museum, Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Cairns Historical Society Museum and Reef Teach are also within 5 minutes. Cairns Station is 8 minutes by foot.