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Little Drifter Cairns

Property class: 2
Hostel within walking distance of Reef Fleet Terminal

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Little Drifter Cairns offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Cairns Esplanade and Reef Fleet Terminal. Also, this hostel is within just a 10-minute walk of Cairns Marlin Marina. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Vending machine
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • TV in a common area
  • Lockers available
The current price is $116
$128 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

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A bunk bed room with a striped towel on the wall, a window with curtains, and a power outlet.

Private 4 Bed Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Private 8 Bed Room

A bunk bed room with a striped towel, brown curtains, and a storage unit with letters.

Private 8 Bed Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Private 6 Bed Room

A room with bunk beds, a ceiling fan, and an air conditioning unit.

Private 6 Bed Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Private 6 Bed Female Room

A room with bunk beds, a window with curtains, and a bed with a striped pillow.

Private 6 Bed Female Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Private 8 Bed Female Room

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

Private 8 Bed Female Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Private 4 Bed Female Room

A person sitting on a window sill reading a book.

Private 4 Bed Female Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Private Queen Room

A neatly made bed with a brown blanket, a bedside lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Private Queen Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Map
7 Shields St, Unit 1, Cairns, QLD, 4870

What's nearby

  • Cairns Night Markets - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cairns Esplanade Lagoon - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Reef Hotel Casino - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cairns Esplanade - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 12 min drive
  • Cairns Station - 9 min walk
  • Freshwater Station - 15 min drive
  • Redlynch Station - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Villa Romana - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Rattle n Hum Cairns - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Social by Crystalbrook - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪La Pizza - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Candy - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Little Drifter Cairns

  • Little Drifter Cairns offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Cairns Esplanade and Reef Fleet Terminal. Also, this hostel is within just a 10-minute walk of Cairns Marlin Marina. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 54 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • Guests are recommended to download the property's Duve mobile app before check-in
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

What to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Skydiving nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Television in common areas
  • Lockers available

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer (on request)

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2 percent

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

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The Village Cairns Hostel
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Little Drifter Cairns Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
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Frequently asked questions

Does Little Drifter Cairns offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Little Drifter Cairns does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Little Drifter Cairns?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Little Drifter Cairns?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Little Drifter Cairns.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Little Drifter Cairns?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Little Drifter Cairns?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Reef Hotel Casino (7-min walk) and Cazalys Cairns (5-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Little Drifter Cairns and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as skydiving. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours.

What's the area around Little Drifter Cairns like?

Little Drifter Cairns is a short 9-minute walk from Cairns Station and 3 minutes' walk from Cairns Esplanade.

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