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Caravella Backpackers

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

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Exterior
Outdoor pool
Property grounds
Fridge
Property grounds

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is NZ$131
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov

Explore the area

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149 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, 4870
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Central Shopping Centre
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Reef Fleet Terminal
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Apartment, Private Bathroom

Deluxe Apartment, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
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

Double Ensuite Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
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

Superior Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Shower, towels

4 Bed Female Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

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Fridge

4 Bed Female Dorm, Ensuite

Highlights

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

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6 Bed Female Dorm, Shared Bathroom

6 Bed Female Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

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Fridge

Budget Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

Double Room Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

Private Twin Room Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

About the area

Cairns

Caravella Backpackers places you steps from Cairns Esplanade and within a 20-minute stroll of Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .This hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a library and a terrace. Added amenities include a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .Near this Cairns Central Business District hostel, you'll find Reef Fleet Terminal.
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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

  • ‪Muddy's Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Pizza - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cc’s Bar And Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pho Street Cairns - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Villa Romana - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Caravella Backpackers

Hostel with an outdoor pool, steps from Cairns Esplanade
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Caravella Backpackers.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Cairns hostel.

  • 49 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Caravella Backpackers offers 49 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and shared/communal kitchens. 20-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Caravella Backpackers?

Caravella Backpackers offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Caravella Backpackers?

As of 1 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Caravella Backpackers on 3 Nov 2025 start from NZ$131.49, including 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.

Are there any beaches close to Caravella Backpackers?

The closest beach to Caravella Backpackers is Yorkeys Knob Beach (11.3 km).

Does Caravella Backpackers have a pool?

Caravella Backpackers has an outdoor pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Caravella Backpackers?

No, Caravella Backpackers does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Caravella Backpackers?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Caravella Backpackers's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Caravella Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 9:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Caravella Backpackers?

No, pets are not allowed.