Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns
2 stars

Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns

57-89 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD 4870, Australia
Cairns, Australia
See location+61 740 416 566
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$26
Cheapest

rate per night

7.6
Good
based on 2271 reviews
2,271 reviews

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Overview

Situated in Cairns, Gilligans Backpackers Hotel & Resort is within walking distance of Cairns Central and offers an outdoor pool. It is set amongst a range of dining options and is minutes on foot from Reef Fleet Terminal.

There are a variety of facilities available to guests of Gilligan's, including 24-hour reception, airport shuttle and car hire. Free Wi-Fi is available for guests who want to stay online while travelling.

After a day of exploring the local area, guests can relax in the comfort of their air conditioned rooms.

Those staying at Gilligans Backpackers Hotel Cairns can enjoy a unique dining experience at the on-site restaurant, ideally located for those who want to stay close by when looking for a bite to eat. Each evening, guests are welcome to enjoy a drink in the cozy lounge bar.

The hostel is situated within a short walk of The Reef Hotel Casino. It is also a brief walk from Cairns Railway Station.

7.6
Good rating
Based on 2,271 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns

  • Adults only
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Conditioner

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Increased accessibility
  • Roll-in shower
  • Adults only
  • Elevator
  • Accessible by elevator
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Designated smoking area

Services and conveniences

  • Earplugs
  • ATM on-site
  • Car rental
  • Safety deposit box
  • Entertainment staff
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key card access
  • 24hr front desk

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Shared kitchen
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)

Things to do

  • Basketball court
  • Eco tourism
  • Beach access
  • Bicycle rental
  • Cycling
  • Evening entertainment
  • Pool table
  • Night club

Bathroom

  • Shared toilet
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden

General

  • Seating area
  • Lockers
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Reading light
  • Socket near the bed

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Parking and transportation

  • Parking

Fitness

  • Fitness center

Pool

  • Outdoor pool

Reviews of Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns

7.6
Good
2271 verified ratings
Wonderful
824
Very good
448
Good
454
Okay
197
Fair
145
Mediocre
82
Poor
121

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4.2
Mediocre
Nic, Jun 2019
Pros (+) Location is great, close to the Esplanade waterfront & lagoon, and any number of restaurants. Plenty of entertainment all within walking distance.
Cons (-) This is a club & party hostel. If you want one place to sit around, get drunk and club all night, stay here. If you think you're going to meet anyone, go elsewhere or get a good night's sleep... move on. Club is below all the rooms and runs all night. And everyone who stays here just wants to be in the club, so people stumble in & out of the rooms at all hours, yelling & screaming in the hallways,...
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Location

57-89 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD 4870

What's nearby

  • Cairns Central396 yd
  • Cairns Railway Station0.3 mi
  • Cairns Night Markets & Food Court0.3 mi
  • Cairns Rainforest Dome0.3 mi
  • Reef Hotel Casino0.3 mi
  • Cairns Convention Centre0.3 mi
  • Esplanade Lagoon0.4 mi
  • Silverswift Dive and Snorkel0.4 mi
  • Reef Fleet Terminal0.4 mi
  • Cairns Esplanade0.4 mi
  • Marlin Marina0.5 mi
  • Down Under Cruise and Dive0.5 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 10:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns

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May
June
$69
$89
Cheapest month to stay with an average 65% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 136% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in May and January.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns, plan to stay on a Monday or Tuesday. The most expensive day is usually Sunday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $26, while the most expensive was $26.
  • How long should you stay at Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 9 days.
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FAQs when booking at Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns

  • Where is Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns located?

    Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns is located at 57-89 Grafton Street in Cairns CBD, 0.2 miles from the center of Cairns. Cairns Central is the closest landmark to Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns?

    Check-in time is 2:00 PM and check-out time is 10:00 AM at Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns.

  • Does Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns from the airport?

    Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns is 2.9 miles from Cairns. Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns is 78.2 miles from Bloomfield.

  • Does Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns have a pool?

    Yes, Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns has a pool onsite.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns in Cairns and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns.

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Distance to airport

8.1
0.2 mi
Cairns
3.0 mi

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