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Global Backpackers Central

9b Shields Street, Cairns, QLD 4870, Australia
Cairns, Australia
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6.6
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based on 110 reviews
110 reviews
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About Global Backpackers Central

  • Hostel Room
    An affordable stay with shared facilities

Global Backpackers - Central Cairns is situated in Cairns and is within a short walk of nearby landmarks, including Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Central. It is close to the area's tourist attractions and is within walking distance of Reef Fleet Terminal.

The hostel provides an around the clock reception, as well as an outdoor pool and an express check-in and check-out feature. For added convenience, it offers luggage storage, an airport shuttle and laundry facilities.

The rooms are air conditioned and equipped with a ceiling fan and wireless internet access. Guests staying in the rooms also have access to a shared bathroom.

Cairns Airport is around a 15-minute car ride from Global Backpackers - Central Cairns and Cairns Railway Station is within walking distance. There are also a variety of popular restaurants serving local and international cuisine in the nearby area.

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Amenities at Global Backpackers Central

  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Airport shuttle
  • Wi-Fi
  • Laundry service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr front desk
  • Safe
  • Air-conditioned
  • Pool table

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service

Services and conveniences

  • Express check-out
  • 24hr front desk

Basics

  • Air-conditioned
  • Wi-Fi

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle

Media and entertainment

  • Cable or satellite TV

Things to do

  • Pool table

General

  • Storage available

Health and safety

  • Safe

Reviews of Global Backpackers Central

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6.6
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6.4Friends
9.2Families
5.5Couples
7.2Solo
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Location

9b Shields Street, Cairns, QLD 4870

What's nearby

  • Cairns Regional Gallery112 m
  • Esplanade Lagoon316 m
  • Cairns Rainforest Dome343 m
  • Reef Hotel Casino0.4 km
  • Center of Contemporary Arts0.4 km
  • Cairns Esplanade0.5 km
  • Cairns Historical Society Museum0.5 km
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre0.6 km
  • Cairns Civic Theatre1.2 km
  • Barlow Park1.3 km
  • Cazaly's Stadium3.3 km
  • Flecker Botanic Gardens3.9 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 1:00 PM, check out anytime before 10:00 AM

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FAQs when booking at Global Backpackers Central

  • Where is Global Backpackers Central located?

    Global Backpackers Central is located at 9b Shields Street in Cairns CBD, 0.4 km from the center of Cairns. Cairns Regional Gallery is the closest landmark to Global Backpackers Central.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Global Backpackers Central?

    Check-in time is 1:00 PM and check-out time is 10:00 AM at Global Backpackers Central.

  • How far is Global Backpackers Central from the airport?

    Global Backpackers Central is 4.9 km from Cairns. Global Backpackers Central is 126.1 km from Bloomfield.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Global Backpackers Central hotel deals?

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3-star hotel
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Inn Cairns7.5 Good (1,139 reviews)0.12 kmCity view, Mountain view, Outdoor pool₱5,099+
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The Abbott Boutique Hotel8.9 Excellent (1,662 reviews)0.19 kmWi-Fi, Tea/coffee maker, Coffee machine₱5,303+

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Good to know

Distance to city center

0.4 km

Nearest Airport

Cairns

Distance to airport

4.6 km