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Hostel YHA Cairns Central (formerly Cairns Central YHA)

20-26 Mcleod Street, Cairns, Queensland (Qld), 4870 (show map)

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2313 verified reviews

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Hostel Overview

YHA Cairns Central is located just 15 minutes walk from The Esplanade and Trinity Wharf. It features an outdoor swimming pool, 2 spas, and a free Wi-Fi hotspot.
Accommodation options include private rooms with an en suite bathroom or dormitory rooms with a shared bathroom. All rooms are air-conditioned.
Facilities include a communal kitchen and dining area and a guest laundry. Co-working space, or play a game of billiards. The tour desk can arrange Great Barrier Reef cruises, snorkelling and diving trips.
YHA Cairns Central is set opposite Cairns Station and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. It is 5 minutes’ walk from the bars, shops and cafés along Cairn's Esplanade.

Formerly Cairns Central YHA

Before November 2023 YHA Cairns Central was known as Cairns Central YHA

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

This dormitory room is fully air conditioned and linen is included. Please note that the price is based on 1 person in a single bunk bed.

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

Please note that the rate is based on 1 person in a single bunk bed. Room is fully air conditioned and linen is included.

Double Room with Shared Bathroom - enter dates to see room photos

Private room with access to shared bathroom facilities.

Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Rooms are located from the 2nd floor onwards.

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

Features access to shared bathroom facilities. Please note that the rate is based on 1 person in a single bunk bed.

Twin Room with Private Bathroom - enter dates to see room photos

This room offers a private bathroom. Linen and towels are provided.

Queen Room with Ensuite. - enter dates to see room photos

This room offers a private bathroom. Linen and towels are provided.

Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory with Ensuite - enter dates to see room photos

This bed in dormitory features air conditioning.

Bed in 4-Bed Male Dormitory with Ensuite - enter dates to see room photos

This bed in dormitory has air conditioning.

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

This bed in dormitory features air conditioning.

Bed in 10-Bed Female Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

This bed in dormitory features air conditioning.

Double Plus Two with Ensuite - enter dates to see room photos

This family room features a private bathroom, and air conditioning. The unit has 2 beds.

Queen Plus Four with Ensuite - enter dates to see room photos

The family room offers air conditioning, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 5 beds.

Bed in 6 Share Female Dormitory with Ensuite - enter dates to see room photos

This bed in dormitory has air conditioning.

Bed in 6 Bed Mixed Dormitory with Ensuite - enter dates to see room photos

This bed in dormitory features air conditioning.

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

This bed in dormitory has air conditioning.

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Facilities of YHA Cairns Central

General
On-site parking, Parking, Private parking, WiFi everywhere

Activities
Billiards, Hiking, Snorkelling

Services
Free WiFi, Internet services, WiFi

Food & Drink
Vending machine (drinks), Vending machine (snacks)

Pools and wellness
Hot tub, Outdoor pool, Outdoor pool (all year)

Front-desk/reception area services
Express check-in/check-out, Luggage storage, Tour desk

Common areas
Garden, Shared kitchen

Cleaning services
Laundry

Business facilities
Business centre, Fax/photocopying, Meeting/banquet facilities

Miscellaneous
Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Family rooms, Non-smoking rooms, Non-smoking throughout

Room facilities [ These may vary room to room ]
Air Conditioning, Bathroom, Linen, Shared Bathroom, Shared Toilet, Shower, Toilet, Towels, Towels/Sheets (extra fee)

Last updated: 20 Jan 2025 - Update now

Hotel Policies

Check-In
From 14:00:00 hours

Check-Out
Untill 10:00:00 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
The supervision of guests under 18 years of age remains the responsibility of their parent or legal guardian whilst at a YHA property. Guests under 18 years of age are not permitted to stay in Co-living shared dormitory rooms, they can only be accommodated in private rooms. For further information on the YHA child safety policy please contact the property directly.
For bookings of 10 or more guests, different prices, policies and procedures may apply. For further information please contact the property directly.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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Carys

“Very good”

8.0

14 Apr 2025

Really clean hostel, staff were great and was very central to everything. The room is very small but was fine as you don’t spend much time in the room.

JnPw

“Good value”

9.0

12 Apr 2025

Clean, Cold A/C, comfy bed, good location and friendly staffs

William

“As a lone traveller I was nade to feel welcomed and had a lovely stay while I stayed there.”

10.0

08 Apr 2025

The staff are amazing and very helpful. The staff were friendly and helped me with every question I asked.

Lucy

“Good budget option”

8.0

03 Apr 2025

brilliant location and rooms were nice! aircon worked very well

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Hostel YHA Cairns Central (formerly Cairns Central YHA)

20-26 Mcleod Street, Cairns, Queensland (Qld), 4870 (show map)

Hostel Overview

Formerly Cairns Central YHA

Lock in a great price now and relax with our Price Guardian working for you

Rooms List

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

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

Double Room with Shared Bathroom - enter dates to see room photos

Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

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

Twin Room with Private Bathroom - enter dates to see room photos

Queen Room with Ensuite. - enter dates to see room photos

Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory with Ensuite - enter dates to see room photos

Bed in 4-Bed Male Dormitory with Ensuite - enter dates to see room photos

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

Bed in 10-Bed Female Dormitory Room - enter dates to see room photos

Double Plus Two with Ensuite - enter dates to see room photos

Queen Plus Four with Ensuite - enter dates to see room photos

Bed in 6 Share Female Dormitory with Ensuite - enter dates to see room photos

Bed in 6 Bed Mixed Dormitory with Ensuite - enter dates to see room photos

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

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“Good value”

“As a lone traveller I was nade to feel welcomed and had a lovely stay while I stayed there.”

“Good budget option”

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