Why Not Backpackers – Cairns
TROPICAL – VIBRANT – LAID BACK
Why Not Backpackers is the ideal place to check in if you are looking for a relaxed, holiday atmosphere with fun-loving & friendly people. Our outdoor pool & bar area will get you ready to go full vacation mode with that laid back Queensland lifestyle.
The property is set across 5 Queenslander buildings, surrounded by palm trees & only a 10min walk to the Esplanade. Or make the most of the free shuttle bus into the centre of Cairns, where you can hop on a Great Barrier Reef trip or visit the famous Lagoon; as well as access the best cafes, bars & restaurants that Cairns has to offer. If you do decide to explore the local bar scene, team Calypso can help sort free entry and drink deals to a variety of hotspots around Cairns. We look forward to welcoming you to the Family!
FACILITIES
FACILITIES
WHAT'S ON
List of Events
ULTIMATE PLAYOFF
Put your skills to the test with our weekly playoff tournament. It’s easy! Just throw the balls into the cups. First team to hit all the cups wins. Who will be crowned hostel champion and win some fab prizes from the bar? Only one way…
DOLLAR SAYS
Why Not’s version of Truth or Dare - at the start of the night each player is given 3 ‘Why Not Dollars’. Challenge your mates to do stupid things. If they do it - they win a dollar. The person with the most money at…
SUNDAY FUNDAY
Sunday is the perfect day for adventure! And Cairns is one of the best places in the world to explore so let the Why Not crew take you to some of our favourite waterfalls, beaches, lakes and swimming holes. $5 will cover us for petrol…
MOVIE NIGHT
After a hard weekend partying in Cairns there’s nothing better than cuddling up under the aircon with a bowl of free popcorn and watching a good film with your mates. Join us in our TV room for a cozy night in...
SOCIAL CLUB
Stop scrolling. Put your phone down. Make some real life connections with some actual human beings. We’ll provide wine, cheese, crackers and carrots. You come armed with your best stories, jokes and facts. Let’s pretend the internet doesn’t exist for just a couple of hours…
FIFA TOURNEMENT
Fancy yourself as the FIFA version of Lionel Messi? Every week we gather the best FIFA players in the hostel and pit them against each other on our giant projector screen. Only one person can be crowned champion...will it be you?
GALLERY
LOCATION
6 Things To Do In Cairns
The city of Cairns is usually the starting or finishing point for backpackers travelling the East Coast of Australia. It is perfectly located in the tropical climate of North Queensland, making it an
28 January, 2019
A Unique Way Of Exploring The Rainforest In Cairns
We’d like to formally introduce you to Uncle Brian’s, one of the best backpacker tour companies in all of Cairns. Uncle Brian’s has been locally owned and operated since 1995.
04 April, 2019
Great Barrier Reef – How to Choose The Best Tour For You
You just arrived in Cairns or about to head there. First thing you want to see is the Great Barrier Reef of course! There are heaps of different tour options available, and we must admit, it can be a
28 January, 2019
CAIRNS ADVENTURES
HOW TO GET TO US
IMPORTANT THINGS TO NOTE
- We are an international youth hostel for guests aged 18 to 35 only. A valid international passport must be shown on check in.
- Check-in after 2pm and check-out is before 10am. Free luggage storage and full use of facilities are available prior to check in and after check out.
- Reception hours are 7am to 11pm.
- If checking in after 11pm, please contact the night manager on 07-4031-0910 when you arrive and you will be shown to your room. Please then complete check in the following morning.
- If checking out prior to 7am, please organise an early check out with reception the night prior.
- We are a licensed premises with a bar so strictly NO BYO alcohol allowed on the premise.
- Any no shows or cancellations within 24 hours of arrival will be charged the first nights accommodation.
- NYE bookings: 29th Dec to 2nd Jan are non refundable after 1 Dec – full payment will be taken from your credit card on 1 Dec.
CONTACT US
Our Location
Address
5-9 Digger St
Cairns City QLD 4870 Australia
Guest Enquiries / Reservations / Groups
Email: cairns@whynotbackpackers.com.au
Phone: +61 7 4031 0910
Employment Enquiries
Email: cairns@whynotbackpackers.com.au
Business Enquiries
Contact our area manager:
liza@madmonkey.com.au (Please no guest enquiries; we have a full reservations team)