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Dreamtime Hostel

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8.9Excellent
(1,198 Ratings)
"Such a cute and cosy beach vibe. The bathrooms and showers were clean."
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8.9 / 10
Excellent(1,198 Ratings)

Hostel in Cairns

3-Star Hostel

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About this hostel

Welcome to Dreamtime—an award-winning budget hostel with a big heart. If you're looking for a clean, friendly and relaxed place to stay while exploring Cairns, you've found it. We're not a party hostel.

Amenities

Free WiFi/internet
Free Parking
Air conditioning
Pool
Non-smoking
Kitchen
WiFi/Internet
Shared living spaces
Garden
Laundry services
Outdoor Cooking
Family friendly
Smoking allowed
Safe
Key access
Contactless check-in/out
Fire alarm
Fire extinguisher
Cleaning products

Map of Cairns

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Nearby attractions

Hartley's Crocodile Adventures
22.6 mi
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
7.3 mi
The Australian Armour And Artillery Museum
7.2 mi
Babinda Boulders
29.5 mi

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Ratings and reviews

8.9 / 10
Excellent(1,198 Ratings)
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10 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2026
Such a cute and cosy beach vibe. The bathrooms and showers were clean.
It’s a bit of a walk to get to the dock if you are wanting to do any day trips to islands nearby
10 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2026
This place is the perfect mix of quiet with the opportunity to make a few friends too. The manager Tim is incredibly helpful and was one of the main reasons I came back here. Really close to walking anywhere you need in Cairns centre.
7 / 10Good·Sep 2026
I liked comfortable beds
I didn’t like the toilets being a bit intimidating, the hostel is slightly far from the central part of the city and restaurants, no bins in the room and bathrooms
6 / 10Average·Jul 2026
Location to public transport.
Lack of showers (hot water ran out so cold water only at night) to ratio of people staying. The 1 kitchen tea towel was filthy. No oven. Fan in room only works on high speed. No upper sheet on bed, only a doona. For the amount of money they bring in each night there definitely needs an upgrade of facilities.
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FAQs

Is parking included with this hostel?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Dreamtime Hostel. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hostel?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Dreamtime Hostel. Enjoy the water!

Is Dreamtime Hostel pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this hostel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Dreamtime Hostel?

We found 19 amenities for this rental. This includes free wifi/internet, free parking, air conditioning, pool, and non-smoking.

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