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The Jack Backpackers, Cairns

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Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room
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About the Hotel

Cnr Spence & Sheridan Sts, Cairns, Australia, 4870

The Jack Backpackers, rated 7.3/10 on Booking.com, offers a lively experience in the heart of Cairns with a range of bars, dining options, and comfortable hostel accommodations. This hotel includes an all-weather beer garden and a gaming room.

Rooms & Amenities

The Jack Backpackers features both dormitory-style rooms and private en suite accommodations, catering to various guest preferences. Guests benefit from free Wi-Fi and complimentary evening meals seven nights a week.

Dining & Entertainment

Dining options include The Jack's Restaurant, which serves a variety of Australian cuisine, including pizzas and seafood in either the air-conditioned dining area or the outdoor beer garden. The venue hosts live music and showcases major sporting events on multiple screens.

Leisure & Activities

Recreational activities available include a gaming room with 25 machines, alongside pool tables and dartboards for guest use. The bar area presents a vibrant atmosphere with numerous TVs dedicated to live sports.

Location & Services

Conveniently located, The Jack Backpackers is just a 5-minute walk from the Greyhound bus stop and the harbor for reef tours. Local tour agents are available for assistance in planning excursions to attractions like the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Single bed 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
Single bed 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
Max:
1 person
20 m² 
Bed options:
1 Bunk bed
Shower
Air conditioning
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Single Bed Deluxe 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Single Bed Deluxe 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Max:
1 person
38 m² 
Bed options:
1 Bunk bed
Shower
Air conditioning
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Budget Double Room
Budget Double Room
Max:
2 persons
9 m² 
Bed options:
1 King-size bed
City view
Shower
Balcony
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre
Cairns700 m
Airports
Cairns (CNS) 7.2 km
Train
Cairns Central Station400 m
Bus
Bus stop100 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Wi-Fi
Parking
Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Shared kitchen

Air conditioning

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • No parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Adults only
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Billiard tables
  • Darts

Guest Parking

  • Shared kitchen
  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Board games

Spa & Leisure

  • Live entertainment
  • Night club
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Self-catering

  • Shared kitchen
  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
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Location

Cnr Spence & Sheridan Sts, Cairns, Australia, 4870
Map view
Cnr Spence & Sheridan Sts, Cairns, Australia, 4870
City landmarks
71/73-75 Esplanade
Cairns Night Markets
740 m
Green Island
Green Island
620 m
Gallery
Cairns Regional Gallery
630 m
Zoo
Cairns ZOOM and Wildlife Dome
670 m
Library
Cairns City Library
780 m
Aquarium
Cairns Aquarium
1.0 km
Public Building
Cairns Regional Council
830 m
Park
Muddy's Playground
1.6 km
Park
Munro Martin Parklands
930 m
Gallery
Michael Seebeck Gallery
620 m
1 Spence St
Cairns Marlin Marina
690 m
Church
St Monica's Cathedral
1.2 km
Great Barrier Reef
Michaelmas Cay
940 m
120 Mulgrave Rd
Cairns Showgrounds
1.6 km
Nearby
Market
Rusty's Markets
120 m
Museum
The Cairns Museum
440 m
52-54 The Esplanade
Cairns Cenotaph
530 m
The Esplanade
1876 Landing Party
520 m
1/47 Shields St
Bones and Jones
220 m
Gallery
Samurai Gallery Australia
360 m
Shop 4
Underart Gallery
320 m
Gallery
KickArts Contemporary Arts
350 m
Gallery
Doongal Aboriginal Art Gallery Cairns
500 m
Wooroonooran Bartle Frere
Josephine Falls
160 m
58 Lake St Suite 3-4
Foot and Body Massage
310 m
Shopping Area
Orchid Plaza
310 m
Shopping Area
T Galleria by DFS
400 m
Park
Anzac Park
640 m
Shopping Area
Oceana Walk Arcade
160 m
5D Sheridan St
Cairns District Court
180 m
Restaurants
Haru
120 m
Shop 2 55 Spence St
The Mouth Trap
120 m
9 Sheridan St
Tiny's Juice Bar Cafe
130 m
45 Grafton St
Rusty's Juice Bar
130 m
57 Grafton St Unit 6
Chicken Shed
140 m
43 Grafton St
La Creperie
150 m
52 Grafton Street Rusty's Market
Meldrum's Pies in Paradise
250 m
94 Grafton St
Cruze Coffee
290 m
105 Grafton St
Pete & Paulz Breaky Bar
230 m
35 Sheridan St
Ganbaranba
280 m
Shop 7 14 Spence St Boland Center
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Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room
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