Cairns Girls Hostel

The best hostel in Oz!
Such a lovely, laid-back hostel in a great location in the centre of Cairns. Two big communal areas with comfy sofas and a range of DVDs to choose from. Free lockers. Well-equipped kitchens and very helpful and friendly owners. Some of the showers lack a little privacy (shower curtains round the cubicle and dressing area rather than a lockable door) but it's an all-girls hostel so it's not a big deal. The dorm I was in was airy and spacious -- but some dorms are internal so you might want to check if you really want an outside window. Ceiling fans in every dorm. Immaculately clean and well maintained throughout.

Nice clean and quiet hostel. But it's lacking in atmosphere and there are not enough showers — only 2 on the first floor. They also no longer have cheap weekly rates, even though when I phoned to book she told me there was. But when I turned up she decided that they'd stop that and I would have to pay at the full rate. Also there is no luggage storage as advertised. You can ask if your backpack can be kept in your room whilst on a trip — but even if you can, Dawn's husband will still shout at you on your return and remind you there is no luggage storage! Very nice hostel, but it's a shame about the management. I found Dawn very false and it made me feel like they are just there to get money out of "their girls."

I enjoyed the atmosphere so much here, and all the mates that I made. We still keep in touch. Dawn is a good host and makes you want for nothing. I enjoyed my stay and can recommend it here.

Clean and very well managed; Dawn could not have been more welcoming and helpful than she was! We were so happy with the time we spent in Cairns at the hostel. It was well-priced and situated. I would recommend this hostel to anyone who is lucky enough to get a reservation! The place is always so busy because of its wonderful reputation. It's the best value and all-around hostel in Cairns!!!

All my praise goes to the manager Dawn for keeping this a wonderfully clean place to rest. It is being very well managed. As a backpacker, all I did was sleep there, but Dawn ensured that all was kept clean. A very hard job - well done. I would recommend this hostel to everyone.

Stayed there over Christmas. I found it to be a very nice and well run hostel. Very clean, tidy and well managed. Owners were more than helpful with bookings for tours, and advice on attractions. I think it is one of the best hostels I have ever stayed in on my world travels.