The Espy Hostel
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From
US$56
/ night
About this property
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace. Additional amenities at this hostel include complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and tour/ticket assistance.
Amenities
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace. Additional amenities at this hostel include complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and tour/ticket assistance.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include laundry facilities, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 17 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Location
With a stay at The Espy Hostel, you'll be centrally located in Cairns, steps from Cairns Esplanade Lagoon and 3 minutes by foot from Cairns Esplanade. This hostel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Cairns Marlin Marina and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Reef Fleet Terminal.
What's nearby
Cairns Esplanade(0.1 Miles)
Cairns Regional Gallery(0.2 Miles)
Michaelmas Cay(0.2 Miles)
Cairns Esplanade Lagoon(0.2 Miles)
Cairns Night Markets(0.2 Miles)
Bulmba-ja Arts Centre(0.2 Miles)
Cairns Museum(0.3 Miles)
Reef Hotel Casino(0.3 Miles)
Cairns Marlin Marina(0.4 Miles)
Muddy's Playground(0.4 Miles)
Reef Fleet Terminal(0.4 Miles)
St Monica's Cathedral(0.4 Miles)
Reef Teach(0.4 Miles)
Cairns Performing Arts Centre(0.5 Miles)
Cairns Private Hospital(0.5 Miles)
The nearest major airport is Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS)(4 Miles)
Swimming pool
Non-smoking rooms
Beach (nearby)
Pool outdoor
Designated smoking area
Vending machines
Location
83 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD 4780 Cairns, QLD 4780, Tropical North Waterfront, Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Cairns Esplanade (0.1 Miles)
Cairns Regional Gallery (0.2 Miles)
Michaelmas Cay (0.2 Miles)
Cairns Esplanade Lagoon (0.2 Miles)
Cairns Night Markets (0.2 Miles)
Bulmba-ja Arts Centre (0.2 Miles)
Room options
6
Single Private Share Bathroom (International & Interstate Guests Only)
Room details
1 Single Bed
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Kitchen
8
1 Bed Mix 6 Bed Dorm with Ensuite (International & Interstate Guests Only)(18-35 Age Only)
Room details
1 Bunk Bed
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Kitchen
5
Double Room (International & Interstate Guests Only) (All Ages)
Room details
1 Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Kitchen
7
1 Bed in Mix 4 Bed Dorm (International & Interstate Guests Only)(18-35 Age Only)
Room details
1 Bunk Bed
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Kitchen
9
1 Bed in Female 4 Bed Dorm (International & Interstate Guests Only 18-35 Age Only with Bathroom)
Room details
1 Bunk Bed
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Kitchen
7
Shared Dormitory, Mixed 4 Beds Dorm (International & Interstate Guests Only All Ages with Bathroom)
Room details
1 Bunk Bed
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Kitchen
6
Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed 6 Beds Dorm (International & Interstate Guests Only) (18-35 Age Only)
Room details
1 Bunk Bed
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Kitchen
Guest reviews of The Espy Hostel
8.4
Very good
Based on 93 verified reviews
What guests think
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Across recent reviews of The Espy Hostel, travellers consistently praise its central waterfront location and budget pricing, while feedback highlights very simple rooms and a social hostel setup that suits pragmatic stays rather than hotel-style comfort.
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What guests think
Across recent reviews of The Espy Hostel, travellers consistently praise its central waterfront location and budget pricing, while feedback highlights very simple rooms and a social hostel setup that suits pragmatic stays rather than hotel-style comfort.
Guests frequently praise the friendly, helpful staff. Recurring drawbacks include bathrooms and showers needing maintenance, occasional pests, worn beds and mattresses, loud or constantly running air conditioning, and a kitchen that can get crowded or messy. Self check-in codes sometimes arrive late or fail, though support is available when reached. Expect a simple, budget-friendly hostel experience.
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Facilities
The shared kitchen is useful and generally well equipped, though it can be crowded or messy at mealtimes. Several reviews report bathrooms or showers out of order and other maintenance issues; a pool and tour booking are available.
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Yuzuki
24 Sept 2024
·
Stayed 6 nights
狭い、シャワー室が少なく、絶望的な水圧だった
狭い、シャワー室が少なく、絶望的な水圧だった
10
Jennifer
23 Oct 2024
·
Stayed 5 nights
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.
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.
10
Drew
20 Dec 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
It was great, in the centre of town, cheap, good kitchen with everything you need and a pool!
It was great, in the centre of town, cheap, good kitchen with everything you need and a pool!
8
Laura
19 Jan 2024
·
Stayed 5 nights
The room was really big with a lot of space, the problem was humidity, there was mold in the walls and got worse during the days we stayed. The kitchen is well equipped and has also an airfryer. The best was location really near everything supermarket , port and lagoon pool.
The room was really big with a lot of space, the problem was humidity, there was mold in the walls and got worse during the days we stayed. The kitchen is well equipped and has also an airfryer. The best was location really near everything supermarket , port and lagoon pool.
6
Jessi Rose
5 Nov 2023
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Super convenient, right on the Esplanade close to food, wharf, and you can book tours right at the "reception" desk. Reception folks were very helpful. There were lots of cockroaches in my room -- scampering thru day and night. I was told "it's the tropics," "it's that time of year," and "we have exterminators in every month." The manager left with my a spray bottle of Raid. Secondly, the kitchen facilities were packed. It was nearly impossible to find room in any of the fridges, and waiting in line to cook or clean at any mealtime was routine.
Super convenient, right on the Esplanade close to food, wharf, and you can book tours right at the "reception" desk. Reception folks were very helpful. There were lots of cockroaches in my room -- scampering thru day and night. I was told "it's the tropics," "it's that time of year," and "we have exterminators in every month." The manager left with my a spray bottle of Raid. Secondly, the kitchen facilities were packed. It was nearly impossible to find room in any of the fridges, and waiting in line to cook or clean at any mealtime was routine.
4
Fiona
20 May 2025
·
Stayed 4 nights
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 – 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.
10
steven
11 Sept 2023
·
Stayed 3 nights
Great place to stay on the heart of Cairns, everything is on your doorstep. Rooms are very basic but the Espy is all about location. Other guests and staff were friendly and engaging, the shared kitchen was clean and had everything you could want for food preparation. Given the price, you can't go past this place. The code system to access the building and rooms needs attention and can be frustrating but support from management was immediate and always forthcoming as required.
Great place to stay on the heart of Cairns, everything is on your doorstep. Rooms are very basic but the Espy is all about location. Other guests and staff were friendly and engaging, the shared kitchen was clean and had everything you could want for food preparation. Given the price, you can't go past this place. The code system to access the building and rooms needs attention and can be frustrating but support from management was immediate and always forthcoming as required.
4
Lauren
6 Sept 2024
·
Stayed 6 nights
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.
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.
10
THECKLA
4 Mar 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
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.
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.
8
Valerie
17 Jan 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Very easy to find hostel. Convenient in and out. Room and facilities were clean. Bed was comfortable. Shower was hot. Good value for money.
Very easy to find hostel. Convenient in and out. Room and facilities were clean. Bed was comfortable. Shower was hot. Good value for money.
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness feedback is inconsistent: some guests found rooms, bathrooms, and shared areas clean, while others reported pests (ants and cockroaches), mold, and broken or poorly maintained bathrooms and drains. Some note daily cleaning, yet standards vary.
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Laura
19 Jan 2024
·
Stayed 5 nights
The room was really big with a lot of space, the problem was humidity, there was mold in the walls and got worse during the days we stayed. The kitchen is well equipped and has also an airfryer. The best was location really near everything supermarket , port and lagoon pool.
The room was really big with a lot of space, the problem was humidity, there was mold in the walls and got worse during the days we stayed. The kitchen is well equipped and has also an airfryer. The best was location really near everything supermarket , port and lagoon pool.
6
Jessi Rose
5 Nov 2023
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Super convenient, right on the Esplanade close to food, wharf, and you can book tours right at the "reception" desk. Reception folks were very helpful. There were lots of cockroaches in my room -- scampering thru day and night. I was told "it's the tropics," "it's that time of year," and "we have exterminators in every month." The manager left with my a spray bottle of Raid. Secondly, the kitchen facilities were packed. It was nearly impossible to find room in any of the fridges, and waiting in line to cook or clean at any mealtime was routine.
Super convenient, right on the Esplanade close to food, wharf, and you can book tours right at the "reception" desk. Reception folks were very helpful. There were lots of cockroaches in my room -- scampering thru day and night. I was told "it's the tropics," "it's that time of year," and "we have exterminators in every month." The manager left with my a spray bottle of Raid. Secondly, the kitchen facilities were packed. It was nearly impossible to find room in any of the fridges, and waiting in line to cook or clean at any mealtime was routine.
4
Fiona
20 May 2025
·
Stayed 4 nights
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 – 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.
8
Wayne
16 May 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
I shouldn't expect too much from any hostel, including the Espy. I found what appeared to be a cockroach in the room the first night In the hallway, I dispatched of a very large one. I didn't receive an email with instructions for self check-in. Fortunately, there was someone who contacted a staff person who provided us with the necessary information to get in the room. Shower was good, but the handles fell off. Hot water in the sink never really got hot. Nonetheless, we got by and enjoyed the staff and tenants
I shouldn't expect too much from any hostel, including the Espy. I found what appeared to be a cockroach in the room the first night In the hallway, I dispatched of a very large one. I didn't receive an email with instructions for self check-in. Fortunately, there was someone who contacted a staff person who provided us with the necessary information to get in the room. Shower was good, but the handles fell off. Hot water in the sink never really got hot. Nonetheless, we got by and enjoyed the staff and tenants
4
Lauren
6 Sept 2024
·
Stayed 6 nights
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.
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.
10
THECKLA
4 Mar 2025
·
Stayed 5 nights
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.
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.
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VALERIE
25 Sept 2024
·
Stayed 3 nights
Extremely noisy air conditioning, dilapidated bathroom with elastic closing system, hot water 1 out of 2 times. Very basic room equipment. Uncomfortable bedding
Extremely noisy air conditioning, dilapidated bathroom with elastic closing system, hot water 1 out of 2 times. Very basic room equipment. Uncomfortable bedding
2
NON
6 Jun 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
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。
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。
8
Valerie
17 Jan 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Very easy to find hostel. Convenient in and out. Room and facilities were clean. Bed was comfortable. Shower was hot. Good value for money.
Very easy to find hostel. Convenient in and out. Room and facilities were clean. Bed was comfortable. Shower was hot. Good value for money.
8
Jurdy
25 Mar 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
Greatest location. Right on the esplanade. Small private room. Simple, clean, safe, affordable.
Greatest location. Right on the esplanade. Small private room. Simple, clean, safe, affordable.
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Rooms
Rooms are very basic and vary in size; several reviews note uncomfortable beds or mattresses. Air conditioning is effective but can be extremely loud, and noise levels vary by room.
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Hugh
6 Jul 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Great location and comfortably room and bed Bit dingy with no windows to outside and very noisy until at least midnight
Great location and comfortably room and bed Bit dingy with no windows to outside and very noisy until at least midnight
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Evan
23 Oct 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
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Yuzuki
24 Sept 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
狭い、シャワー室が少なく、絶望的な水圧だった
狭い、シャワー室が少なく、絶望的な水圧だった
8
Laura
19 Jan 2024
·
Stayed 5 nights
The room was really big with a lot of space, the problem was humidity, there was mold in the walls and got worse during the days we stayed. The kitchen is well equipped and has also an airfryer. The best was location really near everything supermarket , port and lagoon pool.
The room was really big with a lot of space, the problem was humidity, there was mold in the walls and got worse during the days we stayed. The kitchen is well equipped and has also an airfryer. The best was location really near everything supermarket , port and lagoon pool.
6
Richard
1 Mar 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
It’s a hostel - so not super clean or modern, as could be expected. But the Bed and Mattress were horrible, sure wouldn’t hurt to change Mattresses from time to time!
It’s a hostel - so not super clean or modern, as could be expected. But the Bed and Mattress were horrible, sure wouldn’t hurt to change Mattresses from time to time!
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Fiona
20 May 2025
·
Stayed 4 nights
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 – 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.
10
Lea
12 May 2024
·
Stayed 3 nights
Meget fint sted. Stort værelse til 2 personer. Virkelig tæt på alting og ikke mindst stranden
Meget fint sted. Stort værelse til 2 personer. Virkelig tæt på alting og ikke mindst stranden
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VALERIE
25 Sept 2024
·
Stayed 3 nights
Extremely noisy air conditioning, dilapidated bathroom with elastic closing system, hot water 1 out of 2 times. Very basic room equipment. Uncomfortable bedding
Extremely noisy air conditioning, dilapidated bathroom with elastic closing system, hot water 1 out of 2 times. Very basic room equipment. Uncomfortable bedding
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Felix
29 Jan 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
Most people would probably call it a ‚cheap spot in the city center‘, but tbh it‘s really just a cheap spot because of the very cheap beds and matresses they provide. Yep, the matresses are dogs***. The whole place is more or less a hole. If you don‘t keep the AC, which is probably 50 years old, on for the whole night, you‘d probably sufficate. The AC is extremely loud (I had better sleeps in airplanes). Apart from that the rooms are tiny and the facilities are in really really bad condition, especially the toilets and showers. The permanent or longer-staying tenants are all a little bit sketchy and strange and one of them leaves tons of hairs in the bathroom everyday. The only (!!!) good thing this place provides is being close to the city.
Most people would probably call it a ‚cheap spot in the city center‘, but tbh it‘s really just a cheap spot because of the very cheap beds and matresses they provide. Yep, the matresses are dogs***. The whole place is more or less a hole. If you don‘t keep the AC, which is probably 50 years old, on for the whole night, you‘d probably sufficate. The AC is extremely loud (I had better sleeps in airplanes). Apart from that the rooms are tiny and the facilities are in really really bad condition, especially the toilets and showers. The permanent or longer-staying tenants are all a little bit sketchy and strange and one of them leaves tons of hairs in the bathroom everyday. The only (!!!) good thing this place provides is being close to the city.
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Jurdy
25 Mar 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Greatest location. Right on the esplanade. Small private room. Simple, clean, safe, affordable.
Greatest location. Right on the esplanade. Small private room. Simple, clean, safe, affordable.
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Service
Many guests describe staff as friendly and helpful. However, self check-in via door codes is unreliable for some, with late or incorrect codes and difficulty reaching the 24 hour number, though assistance is provided when contact is made.
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Bich-Chau
1 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Personnel très accueillant et efficace. La chambre correspond à la photo en plus usée. Calme.
Personnel très accueillant et efficace. La chambre correspond à la photo en plus usée. Calme.
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Evan
23 Oct 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
8
Yuki
27 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
ケアンズのホステルの中で比較的安く泊まれるバッパー。とてもフレンドリーで優しいレセプション。滞在延長もアプリからスムーズにできた
ケアンズのホステルの中で比較的安く泊まれるバッパー。とてもフレンドリーで優しいレセプション。滞在延長もアプリからスムーズにできた
10
Jennifer
23 Oct 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
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.
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.
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Wade
25 Aug 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
No clear directions for the door codes to enter the accomodation, when I did get codes they were incorrect and the 24 hour number was generally unreachable when needed
No clear directions for the door codes to enter the accomodation, when I did get codes they were incorrect and the 24 hour number was generally unreachable when needed
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YAMATO
13 Aug 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
飛行機が遅れ深夜の到着となりましたが、フロントに書き置きがあり、無事チェックインできました。ただ、入り口のナンバーロックについては解除方法を事前にお知らせいただけなかったので、たまたま中にいたゲストが開けてくれましたが、もしいなければ、、、と考えると不安でした。 スタッフの方とは滞在中一度もお会いしませんでした。働く時間帯を変えた、というような貼り紙がありましたが、、、長期滞在のゲストが現場で動いているイメージなのでしょうか。 部屋は広かったですが、ホステルというイメージです。 トイレやシャワーは共同で、正直清潔感はちょっと微妙でした。 場所は非常に便利なところにあります。 まわりはウォーターフロントのお店が多く、食べるところには苦労しません。 海沿いなので、環境も良いです。 ただ、コスパという点では、他の宿泊施設と比較すると、ちょっと微妙かな、という感想でした。
飛行機が遅れ深夜の到着となりましたが、フロントに書き置きがあり、無事チェックインできました。ただ、入り口のナンバーロックについては解除方法を事前にお知らせいただけなかったので、たまたま中にいたゲストが開けてくれましたが、もしいなければ、、、と考えると不安でした。 スタッフの方とは滞在中一度もお会いしませんでした。働く時間帯を変えた、というような貼り紙がありましたが、、、長期滞在のゲストが現場で動いているイメージなのでしょうか。 部屋は広かったですが、ホステルというイメージです。 トイレやシャワーは共同で、正直清潔感はちょっと微妙でした。 場所は非常に便利なところにあります。 まわりはウォーターフロントのお店が多く、食べるところには苦労しません。 海沿いなので、環境も良いです。 ただ、コスパという点では、他の宿泊施設と比較すると、ちょっと微妙かな、という感想でした。
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Yukl
3 Aug 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
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。
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。
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Fiona
20 May 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
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 – 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.
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Jackson
28 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Awesome staff and great location! Thanks Monica!
Awesome staff and great location! Thanks Monica!
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Mizue
15 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
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。
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。
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Location
Excellent central position on the Esplanade, close to the lagoon, restaurants, shops, and tour departures. Easy to get around on foot.
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Evan
23 Oct 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
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AKIRA
30 Jun 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Location最高
Location最高
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Jennifer
23 Oct 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
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.
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.
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Drew
20 Dec 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
It was great, in the centre of town, cheap, good kitchen with everything you need and a pool!
It was great, in the centre of town, cheap, good kitchen with everything you need and a pool!
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Laura
19 Jan 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
The room was really big with a lot of space, the problem was humidity, there was mold in the walls and got worse during the days we stayed. The kitchen is well equipped and has also an airfryer. The best was location really near everything supermarket , port and lagoon pool.
The room was really big with a lot of space, the problem was humidity, there was mold in the walls and got worse during the days we stayed. The kitchen is well equipped and has also an airfryer. The best was location really near everything supermarket , port and lagoon pool.
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Jessi Rose
5 Nov 2023
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Super convenient, right on the Esplanade close to food, wharf, and you can book tours right at the "reception" desk. Reception folks were very helpful. There were lots of cockroaches in my room -- scampering thru day and night. I was told "it's the tropics," "it's that time of year," and "we have exterminators in every month." The manager left with my a spray bottle of Raid. Secondly, the kitchen facilities were packed. It was nearly impossible to find room in any of the fridges, and waiting in line to cook or clean at any mealtime was routine.
Super convenient, right on the Esplanade close to food, wharf, and you can book tours right at the "reception" desk. Reception folks were very helpful. There were lots of cockroaches in my room -- scampering thru day and night. I was told "it's the tropics," "it's that time of year," and "we have exterminators in every month." The manager left with my a spray bottle of Raid. Secondly, the kitchen facilities were packed. It was nearly impossible to find room in any of the fridges, and waiting in line to cook or clean at any mealtime was routine.
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steven
11 Sept 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Great place to stay on the heart of Cairns, everything is on your doorstep. Rooms are very basic but the Espy is all about location. Other guests and staff were friendly and engaging, the shared kitchen was clean and had everything you could want for food preparation. Given the price, you can't go past this place. The code system to access the building and rooms needs attention and can be frustrating but support from management was immediate and always forthcoming as required.
Great place to stay on the heart of Cairns, everything is on your doorstep. Rooms are very basic but the Espy is all about location. Other guests and staff were friendly and engaging, the shared kitchen was clean and had everything you could want for food preparation. Given the price, you can't go past this place. The code system to access the building and rooms needs attention and can be frustrating but support from management was immediate and always forthcoming as required.
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Lea
12 May 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Meget fint sted. Stort værelse til 2 personer. Virkelig tæt på alting og ikke mindst stranden
Meget fint sted. Stort værelse til 2 personer. Virkelig tæt på alting og ikke mindst stranden
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THECKLA
4 Mar 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
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.
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.
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Jurdy
25 Mar 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Greatest location. Right on the esplanade. Small private room. Simple, clean, safe, affordable.
Greatest location. Right on the esplanade. Small private room. Simple, clean, safe, affordable.
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Robert
30 Aug 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Great location close to everything
Great location close to everything
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Fathima
15 Aug 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Would recommend their single room for solo travellers! Really helpful staff and affordable and safe!
Would recommend their single room for solo travellers! Really helpful staff and affordable and safe!
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Kenneth
21 Jul 2026
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Stayed 15 nights
I had a private twin room. Everything was clean and tidy. There was appropriate power outlets and storage units to manage my stuff. I stayed two separate times for just over three weeks, the Kitchen was well organized and stocked. The refrigerator with baskets was a great option as the baskets kept everything tidy and easy to access, the clever dry storage drawers for bags made it easy to access foods stored there. The location along the esplanade was perfect for exploring the waterfront area. A "Wooly's" was a 5 minute walk and a Coles about 15 minutes away in the Central Mall. The library was also about a block away which was great place to spend several days working remotely. The staff were great and friendly, also met some wonderful people from around the world as they passed thru. After almost 9 months of traveling in New Zealand and Australia, and staying in lots of hostels, this was a great place to explore the Cairns area from. Would highly recommend!
I had a private twin room. Everything was clean and tidy. There was appropriate power outlets and storage units to manage my stuff. I stayed two separate times for just over three weeks, the Kitchen was well organized and stocked. The refrigerator with baskets was a great option as the baskets kept everything tidy and easy to access, the clever dry storage drawers for bags made it easy to access foods stored there. The location along the esplanade was perfect for exploring the waterfront area. A "Wooly's" was a 5 minute walk and a Coles about 15 minutes away in the Central Mall. The library was also about a block away which was great place to spend several days working remotely. The staff were great and friendly, also met some wonderful people from around the world as they passed thru. After almost 9 months of traveling in New Zealand and Australia, and staying in lots of hostels, this was a great place to explore the Cairns area from. Would highly recommend!
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Jennifer Ann
11 May 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Great location
Great location
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Luis A
23 Apr 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Quiet place for rest.
Quiet place for rest.
FAQs about The Espy Hostel
Are pets allowed at the property?
Pets are not permitted at this property. However, service animals are exempt from this policy.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 14:00 until 00:00, and check-out is at 10:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is centrally located in Cairns, just steps from Cairns Esplanade and a 7-minute walk from Reef Fleet Terminal. It is 0.1 mi from Michaelmas Cay and 0.2 mi from Cairns Night Markets.
Does the property have a swimming pool?
Yes, the property features an outdoor swimming pool. It is a seasonal outdoor pool, and specific operational hours are not provided.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children 17 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.
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- 2026-10-20: 63.39134112129212USD
- 2026-10-21: 62.92585575332642USD
- 2026-10-22: 55.70059085464478USD
- 2026-10-23: 66.27829828834534USD
- 2026-10-24: 64.05668164329529USD
- 2026-10-25: 55.70059085464478USD
- 2026-10-26: 62.09214372787476USD
- 2026-10-27: 65.30639496040345USD
- 2026-10-28: 65.53926371574403USD
- 2026-10-29: 66.5873269645691USD
- 2026-10-30: 64.05668164329529USD
- 2026-10-31: 63.23024329414368USD
- 2026-11-01: 55.70059085464478USD
- 2026-11-02: 65.98808629646302USD
- 2026-11-03: 66.15500904769898USD
- 2026-11-04: 64.86726919021606USD
- 2026-11-05: 65.8144668056488USD
- 2026-11-06: 66.12258520393372USD
- 2026-11-07: 65.863198727417USD
- 2026-11-08: 67.14802398605347USD
- 2026-11-09: 55.70059085464478USD
- 2026-11-10: 54.15967834281922USD
- 2026-11-11: 66.90424044265748USD
- 2026-11-12: 65.9543931919098USD
- 2026-11-13: 55.36642055816651USD
- 2026-11-14: 66.02811715774537USD
- 2026-11-15: 67.48021987686158USD
- 2026-11-16: 66.90424044265748USD
- 2026-11-17: 67.48021987686158USD
- 2026-11-18: 55.70059085464478USD
- 2026-11-19: 66.20664274749757USD
- 2026-11-20: 67.56846555366516USD
- 2026-11-21: 66.15500904769898USD
- 2026-11-22: 55.70059085464478USD
- 2026-11-23: 67.14802398605347USD
- 2026-11-24: 55.70059085464478USD
- 2026-11-25: 55.70059085464478USD
- 2026-11-26: 55.70059085464478USD
- 2026-11-27: 66.4035918498993USD
- 2026-11-28: 65.01794369392395USD
- 2026-11-29: 66.90424044265748USD
- 2026-11-30: 55.70059085464478USD
- 2026-12-01: 66.51167132911682USD
- 2026-12-02: 66.4035918498993USD
- 2026-12-03: 66.37116800613404USD
- 2026-12-04: 55.70059085464478USD
- 2026-12-05: 66.97496006393433USD
- 2026-12-06: 55.70059085464478USD
- 2026-12-07: 66.41801954154968USD
- 2026-12-08: 66.4035918498993USD
- 2026-12-09: 55.70059085464478USD
The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Guests are required to download the property's Goki mobile app before check-in. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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
- 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).
Popular amenities
Swimming pool
Non-smoking rooms
Beach (nearby)
Pool outdoor
Designated smoking area
Vending machines
Activities
Swimming pool
Beach (nearby)
Pool outdoor
Outdoor Furniture
Pool (Rooftop)
Pool (Seasonal Outdoor)
Internet
Free wi-fi
General
Non-smoking rooms
Vending machines
Adults only
Beach Sun Loungers
Fence Around Pool
Services
Designated smoking area
Express check-in/check-out