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Hostel The Jack Backpackers

52-54 Spence Street, Cairns, Queensland (Qld), 4870 (show map)

7.3

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1762 verified reviews

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Hostel Overview

Guests enjoy FREE WIFI, NEW Air Cons, FREE Lockers, FREE Netflix available in common lounge area & private ensuite rooms with an on-site bar and restaurant downstairs!
Sports are available to watch on the big screens, just ask our lovely bar staff what we have available. There are also pool tables and dart boards available for customer use.
We are a live venue and we hold many CONCERTS, just visit our Facebook for more info on who's coming to TOWN! As well as live bands EVERY weekend.
Located only 2 minutes from all the major shopping center's, city attractions, nightclubs, and the Lagoon! The Jack is the PERFECT place for travellers wanting to visit the GREAT BARRIER REEF and the DAINTREE RAINFOREST. Our travel desk offers great DISCOUNTS and local knowledge.
Please be aware that The Jack Backpackers is a licensed venue. Live entertainment can be heard in the beer garden from 6pm until 2am, mainly on weekends.
Reception open hours: 9.00am - 19:00pm If you are planning a late check-in after 19:00 pm. Please call our friendly reception team at your earliest convenience to arrange a late check in. Please also note that The Jack Backpackers is a international hostel and only accepts booking with a valid International passport and credit card will be required upon check-in. Please note that there is a surcharge of minimum 1.40% when paying with Eftpos. The Jack Backpackers is unsuitable for persons under the age of 18. Bookings made by any guests under the age of 18 will not be accepted and will be asked to cancel the booking.
The Jack Backpackers is a International Youth Hostel and only accepts bookings with a valid International passport. Credit card will be required upon check-in. All Dorms are exclusively available for International guests. Private rooms are available for non internationals guests.
House Rules:
Check in at 14:00pm and Check out 11:00am Curfew is a 22:00pm as we need to be respectful towards all our guests that may have tours booked or work the following day. NO NOISE.

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Single bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

This bed in dormitory features air conditioning, washing machine and tile/marble floor.

Single Bed in Deluxe 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

This bed in dormitory has a tile/marble floor, air conditioning and washing machine.

Twin Room - enter dates to see room photos

The twin room features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. The unit has 2 beds.

Single Bed in Deluxe 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

This bed in dormitory has a balcony, air conditioning and washing machine.

Budget Double Room - enter dates to see room photos

The air-conditioned double room features shared bathroom equipped with a shower and a hairdryer. The unit offers 1 bed.

Single Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Budget Twin Room - enter dates to see room photos

The air-conditioned twin room features shared bathroom equipped with a shower and a hairdryer. The unit offers 2 beds.

Single bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

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Facilities of The Jack Backpackers

General
WiFi everywhere

Activities
Billiards, Darts, Diving, Snorkelling

Services
Free WiFi, Internet services, WiFi

Food & Drink
Bar, BBQ facilities, Restaurant, Vending machine (snacks)

Front-desk/reception area services
ATM/cash machine on site, Express check-in/check-out, Lockers, Luggage storage, Private check-in/check-out, Safety deposit box, Tour desk

Common areas
Garden, Shared kitchen, Shared lounge/TV area, Terrace

Entertainment and children services
Entertainment staff, Evening entertainment, Nightclub/DJ

Cleaning services
Daily maid service

Business facilities
Fax/photocopying

Miscellaneous
Adult only, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Heating, Non-smoking rooms, Non-smoking throughout

Room facilities [ These may vary room to room ]
Air Conditioning, Balcony, Bath or Shower, Bathroom, City view, Desk, Electric kettle, Entire unit located on ground floor, Fan, Flat-screen TV, Hairdryer, Linen, Refrigerator, Shared Bathroom, Shower, Tea/Coffee Maker, Tile/Marble floor, Toilet, Towels, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), TV

Last updated: 9 Jun 2025 - Update now

Hotel Policies

Check-In
From 14:00:00 hours

Check-Out
Untill 11:00:00 hours

Cancellation / Prepayment
Cancellation, prepayment and 'book now pay later' policies vary according to room type. Please check the room conditions when selecting your room above.

Accepted credit cards
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.

The fine print
Please be aware that The Jack Backpackers is a licensed venue. Live entertainment can be heard in the beer garden from 6pm until 2am, mainly on weekends. Please also note that The Jack Backpackers is a international Youth Hostel and guests are required to show an International passport and Credit card on arrival for all dorm style rooms booked. Private rooms are available for non internationals guests with Valid IDs. All Dorms are exclusively available for International guests. Please note that there is a surcharge of minimum 1.40% when paying with Eftpos. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. House Rules: Curfew 10.00pm,Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

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7.3

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TSUTSUI

“Thank you sooooo much 🤣”

8.0

06 Jun 2025

Meeting people from so many different countries！ Getting to meet such kind and welcoming staff!

Suffolk and Gumbleton

“FOR MASTERS GAMES !”

10.0

03 Jun 2025

We bring own foods for breakfast and dinner to get ready for our Masters Games ! The rooms are look great and clear also the wonderful staff are more to helper us about around the Cairns and enjoyed of our trip ! We both will be coming back again in two years times ! Many thanks again !

Emilia

“Good”

7.0

01 Jun 2025

The bar staff that helped me with late check-in were great!

Sandra

“Superb”

10.0

26 May 2025

The cheapest hostel in town, strategic location and friendly staff (receptionist, housekeeping)

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Single Bed in Deluxe 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

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Single Bed in Deluxe 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

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Single Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

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Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

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Single bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Single Bed in Deluxe 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Twin Room - enter dates to see room photos

Single Bed in Deluxe 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Budget Double Room - enter dates to see room photos

Single Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Budget Twin Room - enter dates to see room photos

Single bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

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