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20-26 Mcleod Street, Cairns, Queensland (Qld), 4870 (show map)
Hostel Overview
Formerly Cairns Central YHA
Before November 2023 YHA Cairns Central was known as Cairns Central YHA

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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)
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.
Traveller reviews

“Very good”
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.

“Good value”
12 Apr 2025
Clean, Cold A/C, comfy bed, good location and friendly staffs

“As a lone traveller I was nade to feel welcomed and had a lovely stay while I stayed there.”
08 Apr 2025
The staff are amazing and very helpful. The staff were friendly and helped me with every question I asked.

“Good budget option”
03 Apr 2025
brilliant location and rooms were nice! aircon worked very well

“Good”
10 Mar 2025
Very friendly and helpful staff! Nice kitchen area with everything you may need. Enjoyed the pool.

“Fair”
10 Mar 2025
Closeness to the shopping mall, CBD and short stroll to eaplanade

“Superb”
28 Feb 2025
Got an upgrade due to maintenance. Was very happy with the service at reception.

“It was amazing and I must say good value for money! I will certainly book YHA in my future travels!”
27 Feb 2025
Has a Tropical Vibes atmosphere. It feels like home and you can freely move around and just relax.

“good place for a couple of days :)”
25 Feb 2025
What we liked most was the location close to everything, the facilities had everything you need to cook and eat, the bathrooms were always clean. We also always liked seeing the staff

“Luxurious feel for a hostel private room”
24 Feb 2025
Very clean and pleasant hostel and this private room has good air con and was really lovely and spacious, comfy queen bed, 2x sets of towels and nice private bathroom