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The Espy Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with outdoor pool, near Cairns Esplanade

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1 Bed Mix 3 Bed Dorm with Ensuite (International & interstate guests only)(18-35 Age Only) | Free WiFi, bed sheets
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Exterior
Free WiFi, bed sheets
In the heart of Cairns, The Espy Hostel offers a vibrant atmosphere with an outdoor pool and laundry facilities. Connect to in-room WiFi, grab tickets for local attractions with tour assistance, and unwind on the terrace. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (10)

  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • Outdoor pool
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (5)

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Outdoor swimming pools

Room options

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Single Private Share Bathroom (International & interstate guests only) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Private Share Bathroom (International & interstate guests only)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
5 bathrooms
Microwave
Kitchen island
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Toaster
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for 1 Bed in Female 4 Bed Dorm (International & interstate guests only)(18-35 Age Only)

Free WiFi, bed sheets

1 Bed in Female 4 Bed Dorm (International & interstate guests only)(18-35 Age Only)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
5 bathrooms
Microwave
Kitchen island
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Toaster
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Microwave
Kitchen island
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Toaster
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for 1 Bed in Mix 4 Bed Dorm (International & interstate guests only)(18-35 Age Only)

Free WiFi, bed sheets

1 Bed in Mix 4 Bed Dorm (International & interstate guests only)(18-35 Age Only)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
5 bathrooms
Microwave
Kitchen island
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Toaster
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
5 bathrooms
Microwave
Kitchen island
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Toaster
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Microwave
Kitchen island
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Toaster
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for 1 Bed Mix 6 Bed Dorm with Ensuite (International & interstate guests only)(18-35 Age Only)

Free WiFi, bed sheets

1 Bed Mix 6 Bed Dorm with Ensuite (International & interstate guests only)(18-35 Age Only)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
Microwave
Kitchen island
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Toaster
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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$62 total
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About the neighborhood

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83 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, 4870

What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Esplanade Lagoon - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 11 min drive
  • Cairns Station - 13 min walk
  • Freshwater Station - 16 min drive
  • Redlynch Station - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rattle N Hum - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Flynn's Italian by Crystalbrook - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Crepe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Pizza Trattoria - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Imm Thai Cafe - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Espy Hostel

The Espy Hostel offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Marlin Marina. An outdoor pool and a terrace are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 17 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • Guests are required to download the property's Goki mobile app before check-in
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children (17 years old and younger) not allowed
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • An outdoor pool

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Kitchen island

More

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Cleaning supplies

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, JCB International, Union Pay

Also known as

The Espy Hostel Cairns
Cairns Waterfront Haven
The Espy Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
The Espy Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cairns

Frequently asked questions

Does The Espy Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Espy Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Espy Hostel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at The Espy Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Espy Hostel?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at The Espy Hostel.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Espy Hostel?

You can check in starting at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at The Espy Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Reef Hotel Casino (6-min walk) and Cazalys Cairns (5-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at The Espy Hostel and nearby?

The Espy Hostel has an outdoor pool.

What's the area around The Espy Hostel like?

The Espy Hostel is in Cairns Central Business District, a short 1-minute walk from Cairns Esplanade and 7 minutes' walk from Cairns Marlin Marina.

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The Espy Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Location
Waterfront
Kitchen
Towns
Bathroom

Reviews

10/10

I loved the spacious kitchen and clean bathrooms facilities. The location was perfect! Just next to the lagoon, shopping malls, bus stop and the beach front.
5-night trip

8/10

Greatest location. Right on the esplanade. Small private room. Simple, clean, safe, affordable.
3-night trip

6/10

Difficult to check in but friendly staff, not tidy rooms but best location in cairns!
2-night trip

8/10

Very easy to find hostel. Convenient in and out. Room and facilities were clean. Bed was comfortable. Shower was hot. Good value for money.
2-night trip

10/10

Bang for the buck 👍
1-night trip

8/10

Right in the middle of town Enough hostel eating area
4-night trip

10/10

Great hostal
3-night trip

10/10

Good
4-night trip

10/10

It was great, in the centre of town, cheap, good kitchen with everything you need and a pool!
2-night trip

10/10

A hostel with everything I needed, a great location and a friendly staff.
7-night trip

10/10

Awesome staff and great location! Thanks Monica!
1-night trip

10/10

Central location, easy walk to absolutely everything,clean facilities and lovely staff.
8-night trip

10/10

Nice wall painting, kind staff. Long term travelers are also kind.
3-night trip

8/10

Covenient location. Close to everything. Nice and quiet.
4-night trip

2/10

Extremely noisy air conditioning, dilapidated bathroom with elastic closing system, hot water 1 out of 2 times. Very basic room equipment. Uncomfortable bedding
3-night trip

8/10

The room was really big with a lot of space, the problem was humidity, there was mold in the walls and got worse during the days we stayed. The kitchen is well equipped and has also an airfryer. The best was location really near everything supermarket , port and lagoon pool.
5-night trip

8/10

Great location and comfortably room and bed Bit dingy with no windows to outside and very noisy until at least midnight
4-night trip

10/10

I was so impressed at the quality for a low budget place. The guests were very respectful, friendly. The kitchen facilities were good. I would stay again. I did notice someone was sleeping kitchen when I woke up at 5am. Not sure if he was guest in the hotel.
-12-night trip

10/10

You can enjoy a free life. The staff cleans it every day, and you can make friends with other users.

4/10

We paid for a room to be on the Esplanade. It was a Hostel, not a Hotel so the expectation wasn’t high. The room and amenities were clean and tidy. The cleanliness m
2-night trip

10/10

Great property in a great location. Clean and no bugs. Great shower pressure!! Staff was friendly and helpful. Had a tour company on site to help with bookings, which was amazing. Kitchen was helpful to have for making our own morning coffee or tea before heading out for the day. Didn’t use the pool as had been out each day all day on boats to the reef, and this location is directly across the street from the lagoon. At first we were worried as I hadn’t realized I’d booked a hostel and not a hotel room. This hostel was quiet at night. I would recommend this location for anyone travelling to the area. It was absolutely what we needed and right near everything we wanted to see or do. All the restaurant choices you could imagine and at least 10 ice cream shops in a one block radius. The bonus of the night market next door was great for nik nacks and things we’d left at home.
5-night trip

10/10

As much as i want to keep this hostel a hidden gem, they deserve all the business possible. A simple yet welcoming environment, this place completely changed my prospective on hostels. It's not a party place and everyone respects one another, a very relaxed place. Location is centeral to everything in town on the waterfront, but the sounds of outside arent heard. I cannot recommend this place enough and cannot wait to return.
8-night trip

10/10

Excellent location right on the waterfront. Self check-in did not work for me either time staying here but they have a number you can call 24 hours to check in. Rooms are pretty sparse but decently comfortable. No comforter on the bed (only a bed sheet) but it's warm enough that you don't really need it. A/C units are also pretty strong. Not loud at night.
2-night trip

6/10

It’s a hostel - so not super clean or modern, as could be expected. But the Bed and Mattress were horrible, sure wouldn’t hurt to change Mattresses from time to time!
2-night trip

4/10

The pictures on Expedia made us believe that we were staying at an apartment Turn out it was a hostile we were extremely disappointed but the management was excellent and promised a full refund after we found and moved to an apartment
5-night trip