Caravella Backpackers

Caravella Backpackers

Hostel
 

149 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia

Excellent2,047 verified ratings
8.5

$38

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Standard Room
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$38
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$51
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Double room
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$107
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$110
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$123
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Superior room
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$133
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$158
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$159
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Deluxe room
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$191
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$210
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Caravella Backpackers Information

Discover essential information, amenities, and features of Caravella Backpackers, providing insights into what to expect during your stay. Information on this property was last updated on 8 December 2025.
Hostel with an outdoor pool, steps from Cairns Esplanade Along with an outdoor pool, this hostel has a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include laundry ...

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Check-in time14:00
Check-out time09:30
Payment & CancellationPolicies vary by room type and provider.
Front desk number+61 740 512 431

Perks and amenities at Caravella Backpackers

A comprehensive list of on-site, in-building, and in-room amenities you’ll find at Caravella Backpackers
  • Snorkelling
  • Outdoor pool
  • Beachfront
  • Restaurant
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Airport shuttle
  • Internet
  • Laundry facilities

General

  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Beachfront
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach chairs
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Safety deposit box
  • Cribs available
  • Grill
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Seating area
  • Laundry facilities
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shampoo
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shared kitchen
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Smoke alarms
  • Shower
  • Outdoor pool
  • Socket near the bed
  • Restaurant
  • Express check-out
  • Body soap
  • Street parking
  • Hairdryer
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Air-conditioned
  • Refrigerator
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Cleaning products
  • Dustbins
  • Free parking
  • Conditioner
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Designated smoking area
  • Storage available

Activities

  • Beach access
  • Bicycle hire
  • Fishing
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Canoeing
  • Cycling
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Horse riding
  • Table tennis
  • Playground
  • Water park
  • Water sport facilities (on site)

Services

  • Car hire
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Tour desk
  • Airport shuttle

Reviews for Caravella Backpackers

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8.5
Very Good2,047 verified ratings
Pros +
  • "Really friendly staff, close to everything." (in 15 reviews)
  • Great common areas wonderful staff. (in 32 reviews)
  • Clean and spacious rooms. (in 12 reviews)
Cons -
  • Bunk bed not really big! (in 13 reviews)
  • The kitchen was completely unacceptable. (in 24 reviews)
  • My room was too dark. (in 105 reviews)
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Photos of Caravella Backpackers

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Explore Cairns CBD, Cairns

Caravella Backpackers is located at 149 The Esplanade in the Cairns CBD neighbourhood of Cairns. Popular landmark data was lasted updated on 8 December 2025.

Most Popular Landmarks

Cairns Regional Gallery

11 mins walk

0.9 km

Cairns Rainforest Dome

15 mins walk

1.2 km

Reef Hotel Casino

16 mins walk

1.3 km

Cairns Central Shopping Centre

19 mins walk

1.5 km

Cairns Historical Society Museum

4 mins drive

2.1 km

Cairns Regional Gallery

11 mins walk

0.9 km

Cairns Rainforest Dome

15 mins walk

1.2 km

Reef Hotel Casino

16 mins walk

1.3 km

Cairns Central Shopping Centre

19 mins walk

1.5 km

Cairns Historical Society Museum

4 mins drive

2.1 km

Rental Cars

$25 daily average

Closest Airports

Cairns Airport

10 mins drive

6.1 km

Cairns Airport

10 mins drive

6.1 km

  • How far is Caravella Backpackers from Cairns Regional Gallery?

    Caravella Backpackers is about 0.9 km from Cairns Regional Gallery, one of Cairns’s most popular landmarks.

  • Is Caravella Backpackers close to Esplanade Lagoon?

    If you want to see Esplanade Lagoon while visiting Cairns, Caravella Backpackers is just 0.8 km away.

FAQs when booking at Caravella Backpackers

Find answers to commonly asked questions regarding bookings, amenities, policies, and more when booking a stay at Caravella Backpackers. FAQs were last updated on 8 December 2025.
  • Is pricing at Caravella Backpackers comparable to 2 star hotels in Cairns?

    Nightly rates at Caravella Backpackers will generally be 17% cheaper than the average 2-stars hotel in Cairns. When staying at Caravella Backpackers, you should be prepared to pay about $114/night, which is considered to be a good deal in Cairns for a 2-stars hotel.

  • How close is Caravella Backpackers to the nearest airport, Cairns Airport?

    The distance between the closest airport, Cairns Airport, and Caravella Backpackers is 6 km and the expected drive time is about 0h 04m. Your drive time between the two can vary based on the time of day and traffic trends of the area.

  • What is the best way for guests to get from Cairns Airport to Caravella Backpackers?

    For the most freedom while visiting Cairns, consider hiring a car for about $70/day and parking it at Caravella Backpackers where they offer parking spaces to hotel guests. One of the more popular options today is to take a taxi or ridesharing service directly from Cairns Airport to the hotel. This option is often cost-effective, but guests must keep a lookout for peak time rates.

  • Is there a pool at Caravella Backpackers?

    Yes. Many people visiting Cairns look for a hotel with a pool. Caravella Backpackers has a pool on site that hotel guests may use, but be advised that hotels typically have rules in regard to pool usage.

  • How close is Caravella Backpackers from the Cairns city centre?

    Caravella Backpackers is 0.7 km away from the centre of Downtown, Cairns. Consider visiting Skydive Cairns, a popular landmark that can be accessed from Caravella Backpackers by various forms of transportation.

  • What is the Caravella Backpackers phone number?

    You can reach the front desk of Caravella Backpackers at +61 740 512 431.

  • Does Caravella Backpackers have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, Caravella Backpackers has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • What is the check-out time at Caravella Backpackers?

    The standard check-out time at Caravella Backpackers is 09:30. Guests can usually check-in from 14:00. Special arrangements may be available if discussed with the front desk.

  • How much does it cost to stay at Caravella Backpackers, Cairns?

    On average, guests have been paying $114 per night to stay at Caravella Backpackers. Some users have found rooms as low as $94 per night. Enter your dates in the form above to see the price rates available for your stay.

  • Is there a restaurant at Caravella Backpackers?

    Yes, food can be ordered from the Caravella Backpackers restaurant. Opening times may vary.

  • Does Caravella Backpackers have a laundry service?

    There’s a laundry service at Caravella Backpackers that can be used by guests.

  • What is the cheapest month to stay at Caravella Backpackers?

    For the best chance to save money on your Caravella Backpackers reservation, consider staying in June, when prices are typically at their lowest ($99).

  • In what area of Cairns is Caravella Backpackers located?

    Caravella Backpackers is located within the Cairns CBD area of Cairns. Utilise the map on this page to understand where Caravella Backpackers is in relation to the rest of Cairns.

  • What is the cheapest day to check into Caravella Backpackers?

    Consider checking into Caravella Backpackers on Wednesday, when the nightly price is typically at its lowest (average nightly rate of $35).

  • How far is Caravella Backpackers from Cairns Regional Gallery?

    Caravella Backpackers is about 0.9 km from Cairns Regional Gallery, one of Cairns’s most popular landmarks.

  • Is Caravella Backpackers close to Esplanade Lagoon?

    If you want to see Esplanade Lagoon while visiting Cairns, Caravella Backpackers is just 0.8 km away.

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