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Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

2 stars
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$20
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rate per night

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Mon 5/13

About Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

  • Hostel Room
    An affordable stay with shared facilities
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi for free

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.

Latest deals for Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

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Mon 5/13
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Prices are based on 1 night, not including taxes and fees

Amenities at Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

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

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Increased accessibility
  • Roll-in shower
  • Adults only
  • Elevator
  • Multi-lingual staff
  • Accessible by elevator
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Pets not allowed
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Designated smoking area

Basics

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

Things to do

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

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)

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

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 24-hour security
  • Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
  • Safe

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Reading light
  • Socket near the bed

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Parking and transportation

  • Parking

Fitness

  • Fitness center

Pool

  • Outdoor pool

Reviews of Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

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7.5
GoodBased on 2,154 verified guest reviews
7.1Families
7.6Friends
7.7Couples
7.4Solo

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4.2 Mediocre
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, and if they do manage to get in the room with their key, they will vomit, scream & leave. Would never stay here again.

Location

57-89 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD 4870

What's nearby

  • Cairns Historical Society Museum335 yd
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre376 yd
  • Cairns Regional Gallery428 yd
  • Cairns Rainforest Dome0.3 mi
  • Reef Hotel Casino0.3 mi
  • Esplanade Lagoon0.4 mi
  • Center of Contemporary Arts0.4 mi
  • Cairns Esplanade0.4 mi
  • Cairns Civic Theatre0.5 mi
  • Barlow Park0.7 mi
  • Cazaly's Stadium1.9 mi
  • Flecker Botanic Gardens2.5 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 Backpackers Hotel & Resort

Low season

January

High season

August

Average price (weeknight)

$72

Average price (weekend night)

$26
Cheapest month to stay with an average 70% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 55% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

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Top tips for your stay at Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in January and June.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort, plan to stay on a Wednesday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $30, while the most expensive was $30.
  • How long should you stay at Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 8 days.

FAQs when booking at Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort is 2.6 miles from Cairns. Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort is 78 miles from Bloomfield.

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

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

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

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort 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 Backpackers Hotel & Resort 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 Backpackers Hotel & Resort.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.1

Distance to city center

0.2 mi

Nearest Airport

Cairns

Distance to airport

3.0 mi