Our hostel is small and quiet, and is just a short walk from the city.We offer 10[%] discount on all tours pre-booked through our website to our guests. Check out our free stuff that is included every night you stay here before reading on: FREE restaurant meal every night! (must be at least 18 yrs old). FREE airconditioning in all dorm rooms during summer! FREE Tea and Coffee FREE Tour and Travel information and advice. FREE book exchange $5 transfers from the airport PLEASE NOTE OUR CANCELLATION PERIOD IS 48 HRS! We provide a 24 hour check-in service but YOU NEED TO LET US KNOW IN ADVANCE IF YOU ARE GOING TO ARRIVE OUTSIDE RECEPTION HOURS SO WE CAN ORGANIZE YOUR KEY. Our reception is open from 7.30 am till noon, and between 4.30 pm and 9 pm. Cairns City Backpackers consists of two fully renovated Queenslander houses loaded with character, and a tropical, fully landscaped garden which includes hundreds of palm trees, a great swimming pool and lots of hammocks for you to chill out in. Naturally there is a TV and DVD area, billiard table, and cheap internet with 24 hour access and bring your laptops because we have wireless! We offer clean and comfortable single, double, twin, 4 and 6 bed dorms. The dorms all include air conditioning except for the cooler months from April to September For private rooms air conditioning is an extra $4 per room. Many have their own private shower facilities. All rooms have fresh linen and towels are available free of charge. Please note that for children we have a minimum age of 18 years in a dormitory room, and a minimum age of 5 years in a private room. The friendly and helpful staff have lots of good local advice and information about tours including access to standby specials.