Title: Little Drifter Cairns - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Little Drifter Cairns Hostel in Cairns, steps from Cairns Esplanade ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36660000/36653800/36653755/0f5b2989.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36660000/36653800/36653755/4bec89e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private 4 Bed Female Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36660000/36653800/36653755/c56853ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36660000/36653800/36653755/5517d35d_edited_9f35.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36660000/36653800/36653755/bcb8cafd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Village Cairns - Hostel is centrally located with a friendly atmosphere. It offers practical amenities like laundry facilities and a lobby TV. Knowledgeable staff provide concierge services and tour assistance, helping guests access nearby attractions easily. 8.2 Very good ## Popular amenities - Housekeeping - Air conditioning - Laundry - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 19 - Nov. 20](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-19&endDate=2025-11-20&selected=36653755&PinnedHotelID=36653755&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-19&endDate=2025-11-20&selected=36653755&PinnedHotelID=36653755&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 20 - Nov. 21](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-20&endDate=2025-11-21&selected=36653755&PinnedHotelID=36653755&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-20&endDate=2025-11-21&selected=36653755&PinnedHotelID=36653755&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 21 - Nov. 23](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=36653755&PinnedHotelID=36653755&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=36653755&PinnedHotelID=36653755&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 28 - Nov. 30](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=36653755&PinnedHotelID=36653755&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=36653755&PinnedHotelID=36653755&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 7 of 7 rooms ![Private 4 Bed Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36660000/36653800/36653755/39eeecd8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Private 4 Bed Room 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Separate bedroom 4 bathrooms Daily housekeeping - 194 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 4 Twin Bunk Beds ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36660000/36653800/36653755/8ccca85c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Private 8 Bed Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Separate bedroom 4 bathrooms Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 8 - 8 Twin Bunk Beds ![Private 6 Bed Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36660000/36653800/36653755/f3d95cfc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Private 6 Bed Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Separate bedroom 4 bathrooms Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 6 - 6 Twin Bunk Beds ![Private 6 Bed Female Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36660000/36653800/36653755/b498c2f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Private 6 Bed Female Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Separate bedroom 4 bathrooms Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 6 - 6 Twin Bunk Beds ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36660000/36653800/36653755/bdd43b21.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Private 8 Bed Female Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Separate bedroom 4 bathrooms Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 8 - 8 Twin Bunk Beds ![Private 4 Bed Female Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36660000/36653800/36653755/8c53567f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Private 4 Bed Female Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Separate bedroom 4 bathrooms Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 4 - 4 Twin Bunk Beds ![ Private Queen Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36660000/36653800/36653755/3258e540.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Private Queen Room 9.0 Wonderful 4 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning LCD TV Separate bedroom 4 bathrooms Digital channels Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCairns-Hotels-Little-Drifter-Cairns.h36653755.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCairns-Hotels-Little-Drifter-Cairns.h36653755.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-16.92190%2C145.77654&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ZGDWrEVLH5jEwftSeOLkGQKG2ZU=) 7 Shields St, Unit 1, Cairns, QLD, 4870 #### What's nearby - Cairns Night Markets - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Cairns Esplanade - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Reef Hotel Casino - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Esplanade Lagoon - 5 min walk - 0.4 km - Reef Fleet Terminal - 5 min walk - 0.5 km #### Getting around - Cairns Station - 9 min walk - Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 12 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Roti Shack - ‬1 min walk - ‪Wawawa Izakaya - ‬1 min walk - ‪Prawn Star - ‬1 min walk - ‪Crave Cairns - ‬1 min walk - ‪Corea Corea - ‬3 min walk ## About this property ### Little Drifter Cairns Hostel near Cairns Esplanade Little Drifter Cairns provides amenities like a terrace and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks like: - Concierge services, a TV in the lobby, and luggage storage - Tour/ticket assistance - Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff Room features All 54 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. 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Restaurant - Air conditioning 9.2 Wonderful 930 reviews CA $151 CA $167 total includes taxes & fees Nov 26 - Nov 27 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-26&endDate=2025-11-27&selected=36684912&PinnedHotelID=36684912&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - No onsite parking available ### Things to do - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Lockers - Luggage storage - Shared microwave - Shared refrigerator ### Guest services - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Terrace ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4 detached shared bathrooms - Hair dryer (on request) - Shower ### More - Air conditioning ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Freedom Cairns Cairns Freedom Cairns Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cairns Freedom Cairns Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Freedom Cairns The Village Cairns Freedom Cairns Hostel The Village Cairns Hostel Little Drifter Cairns Cairns Little Drifter Cairns Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Little Drifter Cairns Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Cairns ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Little Drifter Cairns pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Little Drifter Cairns? > As of Nov 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Little Drifter Cairns on Nov 24, 2025 start from CA $124.13, excluding 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Little-Drifter-Cairns.h36653755.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking? > Little Drifter Cairns doesn't offer parking. ### What time is check-in at Little Drifter Cairns? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at Little Drifter Cairns? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Little Drifter Cairns located? > Located in Cairns Central Business District, this hostel is steps from Cairns Regional Gallery and Cairns Esplanade. The Cairns Museum and Cairns Historical Society Museum are just steps away. Cairns Station is 9 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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