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Caravella Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel with an outdoor pool, steps from Cairns Esplanade

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Outdoor pool
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Caravella Backpackers in central Cairns offers a relaxed atmosphere with a garden and pool. Guests enjoy free WiFi, coffee at the on-site shop, a library, and tour assistance. Visitors consistently praise the hostel's welcoming environment.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is ฿2,206
฿2,426 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept

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Deluxe Apartment, Private Bathroom | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Apartment, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Double Ensuite Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Ensuite Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Private Twin Room Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Budget Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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4 Bed Female Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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4 Bed Female Dorm, Ensuite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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6 Bed Female Dorm, Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

6 Bed Female Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Double Room Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Map
149 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, 4870

What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Esplanade Lagoon - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 2 min drive
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Pizza Trattoria - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Muddy's Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cc’s Bar And Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Phở Street - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Splash Seafood - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Caravella Backpackers

Hostel near Cairns Esplanade
Close to Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Reef Fleet Terminal, Caravella Backpackers provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. In addition to a library and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • A front desk safe, luggage storage and a TV in reception
  • Barbecues and tour/ticket information
Room features
All guest rooms at Caravella Backpackers offer thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Communal kitchens with fridges
  • 20-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Ceiling fans and limited housekeeping

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The price is ฿3,187
฿3,506 total
includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 25 metres
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 20-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
All guests must show a valid passport.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Caravella Backpackers Hostel Cairns
Caravella Backpackers Hostel
Caravella Backpackers Cairns
Caravella Backpackers
Caravella Backpackers Hotel Cairns
Caravella Backpackers Cairns
Caravella Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Caravella Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cairns

Frequently asked questions

Does Caravella Backpackers have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Caravella Backpackers?

As of 28 Sep 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Caravella Backpackers on 29 Sep 2025 start from ฿2,205.56, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Caravella Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Caravella Backpackers?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Caravella Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 2 PM.

What time is check-out at Caravella Backpackers?

Checkout is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Caravella Backpackers located?

Located in Cairns Central Business District, this hostel is steps away from Muddy's Playground and Cairns Esplanade. Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Reef Fleet Terminal are also within 1 mile (2 km). Cairns Station is 20 minutes by foot.

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