Caravella Backpackers

Property class: 2

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Close to Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Marlin Marina, Caravella Backpackers provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with a library and laundry facilities.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, a window, an air conditioning unit, and a sliding door.

Deluxe Apartment, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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A single bed with a metal frame, white bedding, and a red blanket. There is a window with a colorful curtain and a small red-framed picture on the wall.

Double Ensuite Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A room with two beds, one blue and one red, with matching pillows and towels.

Superior Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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A bathroom with a shower, sink, and toilet.

4 Bed Female Dorm, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A kitchen with a tiled floor, a central island with cooking equipment, a wooden table, and large windows with a view of buildings and greenery.

4 Bed Female Dorm, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A room with bunk beds, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

6 Bed Female Dorm, Shared Bathroom

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(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A kitchen with a tiled floor, a central island with cooking equipment, a wooden table, and large windows with a view of buildings and greenery.

Budget Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Private Twin Room Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Located near the beach, Caravella Backpackers is in Cairns Central Business District, a neighborhood in Cairns. Cairns Marlin Marina and Reef Fleet Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Bulmba-ja Arts Centre and Muddy's Playground are also worth visiting. Visit our Cairns travel guide
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149 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, 4870

What's nearby

  • A beach with a lifeguard tower, palm trees, and a swimming pool.
    Cairns Esplanade
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • The Night Markets sign with neon lights, a food court sign, and a banner for Phô Street Caisns.
    Cairns Night Markets
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • A swimming pool with wind sculptures, a covered pavilion, palm trees, and a sunset sky.
    Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • A train carriage with red seats and windows.
    Cairns Central Shopping Centre
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • A marina with several sailboats docked at the pier.
    Cairns Marlin Marina
    13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Cairns Station
    2 min drive
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)
    7 min drive

Restaurants

  • Muddy's Cafe
    4 min walk
  • Boardwalk Social by Crystalbrook
    9 min walk
  • Villa Romana
    8 min walk
  • Splash Seafood Restaurant
    7 min walk
  • Paper Crane
    3 min walk

About this property

Caravella Backpackers

  • Hostel near Cairns Esplanade
  • Close to Cairns Marlin Marina and Cairns Central Shopping Centre, Caravella Backpackers provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. In addition to a library and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).
  • You'll also find perks like:
    • An outdoor pool
    • A front-desk safe, luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance
    • Barbecue grills, a TV in the lobby, and a vending machine
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Caravella Backpackers include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Communal kitchens with refrigerators
    • 20-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Ceiling fans and limited housekeeping

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Frequently asked questions

Does Caravella Backpackers have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Caravella Backpackers?

As of Oct 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Caravella Backpackers on Oct 26, 2026 start from CA $103, 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 for more accurate prices.

Is Caravella Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Caravella Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 2 PM.

What time is check-out at Caravella Backpackers?

Check-out is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Caravella Backpackers located?

Located in Cairns Central Business District, this hostel is steps from Muddy's Playground and Cairns Esplanade. Cairns Marlin Marina and Cairns Central Shopping Centre are also within 1 mi (2 km). Cairns Station is 20 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Caravella Backpackers Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.8

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 160 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 68 out of 160 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 160 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 160 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 160 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you are looking for a quiet environment that will make you feel very welcome it is a great hostel. Good kitchen, great staff. Good air conditioning
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The entire resort is spotless Location is a short stroll to the Night Markets and centrally located to everything else with the Esplanade just across the Staff are fabulous and the entire place makes you feel welcome
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Location excellent Indonesia restaurant next door
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good clean romm with AC. Friendly and helpfull staff. Very good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
So convenient, over the road from Muddies for play area and food, as well as walking. Cafe next door also excellent. Did not use shared kitchen but very well stocked with needs for future stays.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay at Caravellas. Really great location on the Esplanade. Very friendly. Staff were great. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Room options, from basic dorms to private rooms, a selection which are 4star.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and bathrooms (in dorm and the outer bathroom), clean and tidy. Kitchens well resourced with cooking gear and utensils, and kept tidy and clean. AC in room good, not too noisy. Bonus having frig in 4 bed dormitory. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly easy clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing sums up this whole place, the rooms were clean the staff was super helpful and very kind they went out of their way to make sure you had all you needed, or where to go get it. The kitchen was clean and organized, very spacious and every one using it was respectful of others. The grocery store was walking distance and had all you could want, along with the markets close by. The AC worked, but was not needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent quiet hostel that will make you feel at home!! The staff are all very friendly and the smaller size definitely makes it feel more homey. Would recommend if you are looking for a hostel to call "home" while you are away!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely and fresh - recently renovated unit 209.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay hear, it was very clean and quite. The Staff was very welcoming and helpful especially Zenon he was very helpful at recommending activities to do around the area and overall a great person to have a conversation with. The other staff were really helpful as well. I definitely would stay here again if ever find myself in Cairns.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hi, Room was spacious and air-conditioned rooms. Location is so close to town and waterfront. Could use TLC in the grounds, been a tough few years. Pool was good. I would go back ,is heavily booked.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just not really what we wanted. A TV at least would have been nice
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good value. Ok beds, and good a/c. Very basic. Staff is very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Molto accogliente
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
スタッフは親切だった！施設もキレイだけど、シャワールームがものを置いたりもできないし、2つしかない。ドライヤーも使えるところがなく不便に感じた。
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Hostel cairns

Mycket trevlig miljö, varierande boende. Vi fick ett nyrenoverat jättefint rum. Närhet till restauranger, butiker etc
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasing and nice. Don’t expect glamour sheets and luxury soap. Clean room and great staff. That’s all you need.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful owner, walking distance to everything, the pool.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The people living there were all degenerates, bums, losers etc. If you are a winner don’t go there. Don’t do it to yourself.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hôtel correct

Bon rapport qualité prix Un peu loin du centre ville
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Goed hostel met airco.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019