Woodduck Backpackers in Cairns is a very nice place to stay. We've come across quite some people who were going to stay here for just a few days and ended up staying for two months. Because this hostel is small, it gives you a warm feeling; everybody knows each other and the atmosphere is great. The staff are very friendly and helpful with everything you need.
The Location
The hostel is located just a couple of minutes walk from the city centre. All shops, supermarkets, bars, restaurants, and the Cairns Lagoon are very close by. The street is still quite quiet during the night though. They pick you up from the airport or bus stop if you give them a call. Free parking is available in front of the hostel.
Rooms and Bathrooms
The rooms are fairly big for the number of beds in it. They've got six-share and nine-share dorms, all nice and spacious. A bonus is that every dorm room has its own bathroom. They are clean and have got multiple shelves to put your toiletries on.
Common Spaces
There is a kitchen with two big fridges and shelves for your dry food. There is a nice outside area to eat your food and socialize with other backpackers. There is also a swimming pool at the hostel, surrounded by palm trees. With a TV room, internet in the reception, a free luggage storage room, a big garden area with sitting areas and hammocks to relax in, there's a lot of common space in the hostel. They also give you free breakfast and free dinner! For the dinner you get a ticket every day to get a meal from a bar/restaurant called the Woolshed. It's absolutely free!
Summary
We were really surprised by this hostel -- it's a very happy, friendly place to stay. It is clean and tidy and in a great location. It's everything you need, really.
— Exclusive Hostelz.com Review
November 2009
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