About YHA Cairns Central
Our resort style property is located right in the heart of town, across the road from the main shopping hub and only a block from the train station. We are surrounded by great local cafes, restaurants, and pubs. Comfortable common areas, a swimming pool, and social BBQ area make it the perfect spot to chill out and experience the best of the tropics.
Group stays | Please book group accommodation for school-aged groups with our Groups team.
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Private Rooms
All private rooms include:
Linen | Table & chairs | Free, fast Wi-Fi | Air conditioning
Optional extras:
Ensuite | Parking | Continental breakfast
Co-living Rooms
All co-living rooms include:
Linen | Individual lockers | Free, fast Wi-Fi | Air conditioning
Optional extras:
Ensuite | Parking | Continental breakfast
*Guests must be over 18 years of age to stay in a co-living room
Facilities
- Air conditioning
- Games room
- Free, fast Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Swimming Pool
- Tour Desk
- BBQ
Experiences
Great Barrier Reef Sailing Cruise
Travel on a local eco- certified tour to experience a unique reef adventure with friendly crew exploring two pristine Great Barrier Reef locations.
Hands On Country Eco Tour
Connect with the Mandingalbay Yidinji people, the traditional owners of the land for an unforgettable Indigenous cultural experience right at the door stop of Cairns.
YHA Cairns Central features
- Continental breakfast available for purchase.
- Free, fast Wi-Fi all throughout the property.
- YHA Cairns Central has 59 rooms including Co-living, Twin/Double and Family rooms. All are air-conditioned and many have ensuites.
- On-site parking available to book.
Reviews of YHA Cairns Central
- "Landed at Cairns during the floods after cyclone Jasper. Early and smooth check in, friendly staff, excellent facilities which were spotlessly clean. Very good atmosphere and friendly helpful residents too. Particularly appreciated the continental buffet breakfast for $12 extra." - Julie
- "This is THE hostel to stay at in Cairns. The staff were incredible and made the whole experience.... Thank you for making YHA feel like my home away from home!" - Mel
- "An inclusive world community sharing their experiences of life, travel and cuisine-the kindness of YHA!! When sharing and community is valued, it is reflected in the staff, the service, the premises and the guests. With happy, friendly and helpful staff you cannot go wrong-That's the Cairns YHA community.! Mille Grazie!!" - Cristina
- "Everything was good,staff friendly,room clean,toilets clean and good shower, paid for breakfast and good. Only one night stay and got good price. 😊. Everything was good." - Peter
Things to do in Cairns
- Looking for the best things to do in Cairns? Check out our huge range of Cairns reef tours and discounted attraction tickets.
- If you are coming to Cairns for the AFL - Buses to Cazalys Stadium leave from Spence St, the corner of Cairns Central shopping mall just 2 mins walk from the hostel. Bus numbers are: 141, 142, 143 and 150.
Take a tour of YHA Cairns Central
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For over 80 years, YHA Australia has been a safe and inclusive place for travellers from all walks of life. Guests are required to abide by YHA's house rules when staying at our properties.
Our location...
YHA would like to acknowledge the Gimuy Walaburra Yidinji & Yirrangangi people upon whose land this property is located. We pay our respects to the elders, past and present, and the extended Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. We recognise their custodianship of the land, sea, & water for over 60,000 years.
| Traditional Place Name: | |
| Address: |
20-26 McLeod Street Cairns, Show location map |
| State: | QLD, 4870 |
| Email: | stay@yha.com.au |
| Phone: | (+617) 4051 0772 |
| Hostel Manager: | Jo Fisher |
| Payment: | MasterCard,Visa |
| This is a cashless property |
Opening Times
| Hostel | Open all year |
| Reception |
7am-10pm |
| Check in | 2pm-10pm | After hours arrivals: contact property for alternative arrangements. |
| Check out | until 10am |
