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4*-star property · Cairns City

Gilligan's Backpacker Hotel & Resort Cairns

57-89 Grafton Street, Cairns City

4* star rating 4*-star
What stands out
Wi-fi
Poolside snack bar
Gym
Restaurant
Bar
Secure parking
About this hotel

Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort Cairns is ideally situated in the heart of Cairns, between Grafton and Sheridan Street with everything this city has to offer just mere steps away. The hostel is situated right next to Rusty's Market and only minutes away from the Esplanade, the Reef Terminal, the fantastic skate park and the beautiful Cairns Lagoon. Numerous restaurants, bars, cafés and shops can be found in the…

Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort Cairns is ideally situated in the heart of Cairns, between Grafton and Sheridan Street with everything this city has to offer just mere steps away. The hostel is situated right next to Rusty's Market and only minutes away from the Esplanade, the Reef Terminal, the fantastic skate park and the beautiful Cairns Lagoon. Numerous restaurants, bars, cafés and shops can be found in the surrounding area; the train station is also only a few steps away. This modern hostel offers a range of accommodation, from a double room to a dorm. All of the rooms are air-conditioned and have en-suite bathrooms. Other services and amenities include fully-equipped kitchens, high-speed internet access, a lagoon-style swimming pool and an outdoor bar. Every night, there are shows and DJ sets for a never-ending party atmosphere. This hostel is a perfect choice for young people looking for a fun-filled holiday.

Your stay
Check-in
29 Aug 2026
From 14:00
Check-out
01 Sep 2026
Guests
2A · 0C · 1R
3 nights

Available at the property for an extra charge (payable at the hotel where applicable):

Shop charge applies Room service charge applies Laundry service charge applies Fitness charge applies Car park charge applies Wi-fi charge applies
Amenities & services

51 facilities across 7 categories.

Facilities
27
  • Secure parking
  • Laundry service
  • Car hire
  • Gym
  • Car park
  • Bicycle hire service
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Launderette
  • Air conditioning in public areas
  • Multilingual staff
  • 24-hour security
  • Wi-fi
  • Luggage room
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Toaster
  • Dining area
  • Clothes dryer
  • Electric kettle
  • Bikes available
  • 24-hour reception
  • Hotel safe
  • Lift access
  • Shop
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Room service
  • Mobile phone coverage
Catering
7
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning in Restaurant
  • Smoking area
  • Café
  • Bar
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Non-smoking area
Entertainment
7
  • Outdoor freshwater pool (1)
  • Pub
  • Nightclub
  • Game room
  • TV lounge
  • Entertainment programme for adults
  • Sun loungers
Location
4
  • Year of most recent renovation (2010)
  • Number of floors (main building) (4)
  • Total number of rooms (120)
  • Double rooms (14)
Business
3
  • Printer
  • Fax
  • Photocopier
Sports
2
  • Fitness
  • Billiards
Hotel type
1
  • hostel
Room types at this hotel

30 room categories — choose live availability and pricing on the right.

Bed · 2b
Sleeps 1
Bed · Bk
Sleeps 1
Bed · C4
Sleeps 1
Bed · C4 1
Sleeps 1
Bed · C4 3
Sleeps 1
Bed · C4 Su
Sleeps 1
Bed · C6
Sleeps 1
Bed · C6 1
Sleeps 1
Bed · C8
Sleeps 1
Bed · C8 1
Sleeps 1
Bed · C8 Fa
Sleeps 1
Bed · C8 Fh
Sleeps 1

+ 18 more room categories — full list appears in the rates panel

Location

57-89 Grafton Street, Cairns City

Good to know
House rules
  • Check-inFrom 14:00

Times as published by the property — confirmed on your voucher.

Payment at the hotel
  • American Express
  • MasterCard
  • Visa
  • Maestro

When you book through Green Apple, you pay in AED via Paymob — Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Apple Pay, 3DS-secure.

Things to keep in mind
  • Identification card at arrival
  • Minimum check-in age
  • Only Adults
Why book through Green Apple
Same hotel · better price

Net rates negotiated directly with Hotelbeds — often lower than the property's own site, always all-in.

Real humans on WhatsApp

Mid-trip change? Late arrival? Message +971 4 284 6712 — a person replies.

Established 2012

A DTCM-licensed Dubai travel house. IATA TIDS registered. 13+ years of arranging stays.

Guests also considered

Travelling to Australia? We handle the visa too.

Green Apple is a DTCM-licensed Dubai travel house — the same desk that books your room can prepare your Australia visa file. One conversation covers the whole trip.

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times at Gilligan's Backpacker Hotel & Resort Cairns?

Most properties check guests in from around 14:00 and check out by around 12:00 — the exact times are set by the hotel and appear on your voucher. Early check-in or late check-out can be requested, subject to availability — message our concierge on WhatsApp and we'll arrange it where the property allows.

Can I cancel my booking at Gilligan's Backpacker Hotel & Resort Cairns?

Cancellation policy is set per rate. Each rate card in the booking widget shows whether it is refundable and the exact deadline. Free-cancellation rates can be cancelled in seconds from your confirmation email. Non-refundable rates are clearly flagged before payment.

Is breakfast included?

Some rates include breakfast and others don't. The board basis (Room Only / Bed & Breakfast / Half Board / Full Board / All Inclusive) is shown on every rate card, so the choice is yours.

What payment methods does the hotel accept?

At the property, Gilligan's Backpacker Hotel & Resort Cairns accepts American Express, MasterCard, Visa, Maestro. When you book through Green Apple, payment is handled in AED via Paymob (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Apple Pay) — secure 3DS checkout, no surprises.

What amenities does Gilligan's Backpacker Hotel & Resort Cairns offer?

Key amenities at Gilligan's Backpacker Hotel & Resort Cairns include Wi-fi, Poolside snack bar, Gym, Restaurant, Bar. A full list of facilities is available in the amenities section of this page.

Why book through Green Apple Travel?

Green Apple is a Dubai-rooted travel house, established 2012 and IATA TIDS registered. We negotiate net rates directly with global suppliers (Hotelbeds) so you book the same hotel — often at a lower all-in price — and you get a real human on WhatsApp if anything changes mid-trip.
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