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The Espy Hostel

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

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The Espy Hostel in central Cairns features an inviting outdoor pool and practical laundry facilities. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi and can easily book local tours with highly praised staff. The terrace is perfect for unwinding after a day of adventures.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AED 325
AED 357 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov

Room options

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)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
5 bathrooms
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Toaster
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Single Private Share Bathroom (International & interstate guests only)

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

Single Private Share Bathroom (International & interstate guests only)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
5 bathrooms
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Toaster
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin 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
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Toaster
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 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)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Toaster
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Double Room

Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

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

View all photos for Shared Dormitory

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
5 bathrooms
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Toaster
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
83 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, 4870

What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Esplanade Lagoon - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 13 min walk
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Pizza - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Skewers Lover 炸串 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pho Street Cairns - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Villa Romana - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Espy Hostel

Hostel near Cairns Esplanade
Close to Reef Fleet Terminal and Cairns Central Shopping Centre, The Espy Hostel provides a terrace, laundry facilities, and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Tour/ticket assistance and a TV in the lobby
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Espy Hostel have perks such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and kitchen islands.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Communal kitchens with refrigerators, microwaves, and toasters
  • Stovetops, cookware/dishes/utensils, and kitchen islands

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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), smart lock

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 17 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 17 are welcome

Property 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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 17 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Espy Hostel?

As of 3 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Espy Hostel on 17 November 2025 start from $97.19, 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.

Is The Espy Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Espy Hostel?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Espy Hostel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Espy Hostel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Espy Hostel located?

Located in Cairns Central Business District, this hostel is steps from Michaelmas Cay and Cairns Esplanade. Reef Fleet Terminal and Cairns Central Shopping Centre are also within 15 minutes. Cairns Station is 13 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

The Espy Hostel Reviews

7.6

Good

7.4

Cleanliness

6.8

Amenities

7.6

Staff & service

7.8

Eco-friendliness

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 84 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

THECKLA

Liked: Amenities
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central location, easy walk to absolutely everything,clean facilities and lovely staff.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Fiona

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights – central location, budget accommodation. Check-in via email code worked well. You get what you pay for – affordable stay, but basic standards. Some bathrooms out of order, and the rest could use maintenance. Kitchen okay but messy inconsiderate guests (my food was left outside fridge overnight). Very noisy overall – AC had to run constantly in the room and was extremely loud. Staff were friendly and helpful. 40+ solo traveler on a budget, two nights would’ve been enough.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location on the boardwalk

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

NON

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
部屋が汚い。 トイレとバスルームが1箇所故障しており、ワンフロアにひとつしか無かった。 部屋が狭く長期滞在してるひとがスーツケースや服などで占領してるので荷物を置く場所がなかった。 また鍵のかけられるロッカーがないため荷物が心配だった。
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a quiet and comfortable environment
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jurdy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Location excellent

Greatest location. Right on the esplanade. Small private room. Simple, clean, safe, affordable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very easy to find hostel. Convenient in and out. Room and facilities were clean. Bed was comfortable. Shower was hot. Good value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness

Best location

Difficult to check in but friendly staff, not tidy rooms but best location in cairns!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gaku

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charity

Bang for the buck 👍
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Bich-Chau

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Personnel très accueillant et efficace. La chambre correspond à la photo en plus usée. Calme.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Hans

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Right in the middle of town Enough hostel eating area
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

VALERIE

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A fuir absolument

Extremely noisy air conditioning, dilapidated bathroom with elastic closing system, hot water 1 out of 2 times. Very basic room equipment. Uncomfortable bedding
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Yuzuki

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
狭い、シャワー室が少なく、絶望的な水圧だった
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Lauren

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property atmosphere was awesome! Everyone was really nice and it was calm and quiet. The reason it is ranking low there were ants in my room. The shower was broken. out of the two showers near me one was dangling off the wall and I had to hold it up. The other shower didn't drain and so I was standing in a foot of water during my shower. The staff was responsive but unprofessional. He came to solve one of my problems quickly but arrived in only underwear. the building is half inside and half outside do you can see roots of above trees in the bathroom and not all shared areas kitchen and hang out spaces had a full roof. However, induvial rooms are enclosed and have wall air conditioning units but you cannot adjust the temperature and I was really cold. Location was perfect and in walking distance to everything we wanted to do and or walking distance to a pick up location to the day tours we booked.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Panagiotis

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Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Yukl

Liked: Staff & service
スタッフの人達はとてもフレンドリーでした。荷物もチェックイン前に預かってもらえました。ドアのcodeがくるのがギリギリで少し焦りましたが後は全体的に満足です。
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

AKIRA

Location最高
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sergey

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Terrible experience, do not waste your money!

Extremely appalling experience staying at the Espy hostel. Staff unwelcoming and discriminatory towards people over 35 years of age. I was forcefully made to leave this place even though it has been prepaid in full and I did not do anything wrong or cause any disturbance. Just my age over 35 was not good enough for me to stay at this property and staff threatened me by calling security and demanding that I leave immediately without providing their names or offering any compensation or even a refund. DO NOT STAY HERE.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

HIKARU

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice wall painting, kind staff. Long term travelers are also kind.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Mizue

Liked: Amenities
立地が良く、料金も安かったので満足しました。 ただ、前日にメールが来ると書いてあったのに、チェックインの直前にしか来なかったので、すごく不安になりました。
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hostal
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome staff and great location! Thanks Monica!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024