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Little Drifter Cairns

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Little Drifter Cairns Hostel in Cairns

Little Drifter Cairns Hostel in Cairns

Little Drifter Cairns Hostel in Cairns

Little Drifter Cairns Hostel in Cairns

Little Drifter Cairns Hostel in Cairns

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8.1 / 10

Excellent(742 Ratings)

Hostel in Cairns

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About this hostel

Located in Cairns and with Cairns Convention Center reachable within a 10-minute walk, Little Drifter Cairns provides express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace. The property is close to Cairns City Library, Reef and Rainforest Research Centre and The Cairns Museum. The property has a shared kitchen, and organizing tours for guests. At the hostel every room includes air conditioning and a shared bathroom. Popular points of interest near Little Drifter Cairns include Cairns Station, Cairns Regional Gallery and The Cairns Civic Theater. Cairns Airport is 4.3 miles away.

Amenities

Free WiFi/internet

Air conditioning

Kitchenette

Balcony/Terrace

Laundry services

Smoking allowed

Contactless check-in/out

Cleaning products

Map of Cairns

city location on map

Nearby attractions

Hartley's Crocodile Adventures

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway

The Australian Armour And Artillery Museum

Babinda Boulders

Available Rooms

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FAQs

Is parking included with this hostel?

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

Is there a pool at this hostel?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hostel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Little Drifter Cairns pet friendly?

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

What amenities are available at Little Drifter Cairns?

We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes free wifi/internet, air conditioning, kitchenette, balcony/terrace, and laundry services.

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