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Free wifi
Air conditioning
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Welcome to Mad Monkey Backpackers Waterfront in Cairns, Australia! This lively 2-star hotel is located at 93a Esplanade, just a short 1.2 km from the city center, offering the perfect mix of convenience and fun for travelers. With prices starting from just $30, it's a budget-friendly choice for those looking to explore Queensland on a dime.
At Mad Monkey Backpackers Waterfront, guests can enjoy a range of amenities including free WiFi, air conditioning, and private bathrooms. This adults-only accommodation is pet-friendly and offers private parking for an additional charge, ensuring a comfortable stay for all visitors. With 403 reviews, this hotel has garnered the attention of many travelers looking for a vibrant and affordable place to stay in Cairns.
Take advantage of the prime location, comfortable rooms, and excellent reviews at Mad Monkey Backpackers Waterfront for your next adventure in Queensland. Whether you're looking to relax in non-smoking rooms or explore the nearby attractions, this hotel offers a lively atmosphere and convenient facilities to make your stay memorable. Book your stay now and experience the best of Cairns without breaking the bank!
When you stay at Mad Monkey Backpackers Waterfront, you're not just getting a comfy room; you're stepping into a vibrant community of like-minded travelers. With dormitory rooms catering to ages 18-35, this is the perfect place to meet new friends from around the globe. Whether you opt for a bunk bed in a mixed dormitory room or a bed in a female dormitory room, you'll be sure to bond over shared experiences and stories of your Cairns adventures.
At Mad Monkey, cleanliness and convenience go hand in hand. The double rooms with shared bathrooms provide a cozy retreat for couples or friends traveling together. With comfortable beds and convenient amenities, you can rest easy and recharge for your next day of exploration in Cairns. If you're a solo traveler looking for a budget-friendly option, the bed in the 8-bed mixed dormitory room offers a great way to make new connections while keeping your wallet happy.
For those looking for a budget-friendly stay, Mad Monkey Backpackers Waterfront offers a range of payment options, including cash, Visa, and Mastercard. This flexibility ensures that checking in and out is seamless, allowing you to focus on enjoying your stay and exploring all that Cairns has to offer. So why wait? Book your stay at Mad Monkey today and immerse yourself in the excitement and energy of this lively backpacker's haven by the waterfront.
Closest airports
Cairns International Airport
2.7miAdults only
Free wifi
Air conditioning
Non-smoking rooms
Private Bathroom
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Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room with Bathroom (ages 18-35 years only)
1 Twin Bed
170 sqft
Private Bathroom
Air conditioning
Shower
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Rest soundly in our cozy 8-bed female dormitory room with a private bathroom, a refreshing AC, and a comfortable twin bed, perfect for solo travelers aged 18-35.
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Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
1 Bunk Bed
195 sqft
Private Bathroom
Air conditioning
Shower
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Sleep in comfort and style in our cozy bunk bed dorm, exclusively for adults aged 18-35. Enjoy the luxury of air conditioning and a private bathroom in a 194 sqft space.
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Double Room with Shared Bathroom
1 Double Bed
85 sqft
Air conditioning
Shower
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Cozy double room with a shared bathroom, perfect for 2 adults. Enjoy a comfortable stay with air conditioning in the 86 sqft space.
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Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Bathroom (ages 18-35 years only)
1 Bunk Bed
170 sqft
Private Bathroom
Air conditioning
Shower
More details
Cozy up in our stylish 8-bed mixed dorm with private bathroom, perfect for guests aged 18-35 years. Enjoy a comfortable night's sleep in your own bunk bed with included air conditioning.
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George
10
10
Firstly checking in was an absolute dream and the staff made sure to help me through the process and ensure i knew everything about the hostel. The place was always exceptionally clean, especially the bathrooms and kitchen. The location is amazing and everything you would want is directly on your doorstep, especially the lagoon! There was a good social vibe in the hostel, frequently chatting to and meeting new people from all over the world. Although very social, the hostel remained quiet after common areas closed which was valuable to me as i was working while staying here and definitely appreciated the good nights sleep! All the staff where friendly and helpful.
There was not a single thing i did not like about my stay.
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Efus
9.1
9.1
The staff has gone above and beyond to help me out with literally anything, from general information, to help me carry my luggage across the stairs (no lift available), with the luggage storage (free of charge, as far as you go back to the same hostel). I loved the fact that you can hire a towel for as little as $3 and even get a fresh one after a few days. The blanket and bedding are provided and already on the bed, you don't need to make the bed yourself. Comfy mattresses. You'll find the hairdryer already in the room. The bathroom is private for the dorm. The location is just amazing, although I must say that it's tough to sleep any earlier than 11 pm during the weekend because of all of the bars. The kitchen is well organised, the laundry as well, although the drying racks aren't enough unfortunately. Very clever key system through your phone. Cheap rates. I ended up prolonging my stay more than once. Good WiFi. Mad Monkeys Waterfront is DEFINITELY the way to go compared to the rude staff from Global Backpackers!!!
The showerhead in room 1 is broken and you have to hold it while using it. The top bunk beds aren't very easy to reach (my hips don't fit in the ladder). The aircon can be cold, but the blanket will keep you warm.
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Thomas
10
10
This is a great hostel and I would totally recommend for anyone wanting to explore the beautiful cairns. The hostel is in a great location close to the lagoon and the marina for boat trips out to the reef as well as super close to shops and restaurants. The hostel was really clean and has a kitchen/ inside common area as well as a outside common area which gives a really social vibe. The staff are super friendly and helpful and there’s a travel desk downstairs where you can book trips. Free pancakes for breakfast was the cherry on top.
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Otto
10
10
The hostel has an amazing atmosphere, it's a bit on the smaller size but thats exactly what I love about it! The room I stayed in was kept very clean. The beds are also one of the best beds i've slept on since traveling around Australia. If you wanna chat with some other guest the kitchen and the commen area are very open and it's really easy to connect with everyone. There was also enough room for all your food and drinks that need to be cooled in the fridge. There are 4 fridges in the kitchen and in the commen area there's a huge fridge where you can walk into haha. Definitely recommend staying here it's a 10 out of 10 hostel. Best one i've been!
Kitchen can get a bit busy sometimes, but there are enough stoves to still cook your food!
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Bryant
10
10
Mad monkey Waterfront was a super friendly hostel I met some great people here and the staff were very helpful. They have someone on call all the time, the night manager was also about until the early morning. The location was good and would recommend staying here to any backpackers as it’s close to bars and restaurants and a woolies.
Not much to say I have no complaints on this hostel. It’s nice and quiet so if you are looking for a party hostel it’s not that.
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Pelgrom
10
10
The thing I liked most about Mad Monkeys Backpackers Waterfront, was the bathrooms and the location. The bathrooms were very clean and smelled amazing!! Way better than the other hostels in Cairns. The location is also very nice, it's right on the Esplanade, so there are a lot of bars and restaurants around. Perfect to get a nice beer or some good food. The lagoon is also a 2 minute walk from the hostel, so if you want to go for a quick dive everyday this hostel is right by it! In the kitchen there is also enough room to store your food, in a fridge or in a basket. And all the staff and guests are also really nice, it's perfect if you want to have a nice chat or relax for a litlle while. I absolutely recommend staying here! It's a very good hostel!
There was only one thing that I didn't like as much, but it's definitely not a reason to not go here. Is that there are 2 washing machines and 2 dryers. Sometimes it is taken and you cant do a wash. But after an hour it's free so you just have to wait a bit. It's no problem. Overall still a excellent hostel!
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Kimberley
10
10
Really enjoyed my stay at Mad Monkeys Waterfront, its located right on the Esplanade right in between all the bars and restaurants, and only a 3 minute walk to the lagoon. The Hostel has a very chilled vibe, there were a lot of long term guests there but they were all super friendly. The reception team were also super helpful, able to answer any questions I had and gave good advice for activities to do in Cairns. I also really enjoyed making use of the free gym access. Kitchen/communal areas were very clean and there is plenty of fridge space. We were also allowed to drink our own alcohol in the common area. Our room also had an en-suite bathroom which I found super handy.
Our room didn't have any lockers and there's no reading light by each bed.
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Morton
10
10
Mad monkey waterfront is one of the nicer hostels I’ve stayed in. The rooms, bathrooms and kitchen are very clean. The kitchen is very well equipped with enough pots, pans, cooking utensils and even has a air fryer, rice cooker and panini maker. The hostel is in a good locations right along the esplanade, which has all your restaurants and bars. They also offer a free gym pass which has been great for saving money if you are a gym goer. The gym is a 20 minute walk away however the hostel also offer free bike rental so I’d quite often cycle to the gym and only takes me 5-10 minutes. Over all I really enjoyed the short but sweet time i called Mad Monkey Waterfront my home. Would definitely recommend this hostel !!
there wasn’t much to not like about this hostel !! the only downside was that it didn’t have its own bar like other hostels, but the hostel is so close to all bars and restaurants and also has a sister hostel only a few minutes walk away with its own beer garden so wasn’t really an issue.
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Carys
8.2
8.2
I enjoyed this hostel as it was in a very good location and close to all amenities cairns has to offer! There is no pool in this hostel but the lagoon is very close and a great place to relax with new friends. I felt comfortable and relaxed in this hostel as there are always staff cleaning and on reception ready to help! The hostel has a good mix of quietness and a social side, however if you want more of a bar their sister hostel is a short 10 minute walk away which was nice to have both options as this hostel shuts noise down at 11pm which is great especially if you have early tours the next morning.
I struggled with where to keep my important possessions as there was no ledge or locker near my bed especially on the top bunks.
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Megan
10
10
I absolutely loved staying at mad monkey waterfront, it was such a nice environment to stay in. Everyone was so friendly and it was so easy to make friends. The facilities were amazing in the kitchen and the communal areas and they have a massive tv which is a great add on for some chill nights in. The room was perfect too and very comfortable with aircon which is always needed. The location couldn’t be more perfect right on the esplanade and right next to the lagoon! There is a lovely little coffee shop just downstairs so perfect for any coffees lovers to pop down for there morning coffee. The staff were all amazing and weren’t above and beyond for anything you need or want! Would really recommend staying here if you are visiting cairns!
everything was perfect
Attractions
Michaelmas Cay
0miCairns Esplanade Lagoon
0.1miCairns Aquarium
0.2miGreat Barrier Reef
0.3miGreen Island
0.3miRusty's Markets
0.4miCairns Botanic Gardens
2.1miCentenary Lakes
2.1miBarron Gorge National Park
11.3miKuranda
11.6miAustralian Butterfly Sanctuary
11.7miHartley's Crocodile Adventures
14miLake Barrine
24.3miAtherton Tablelands
24.3miGranite Gorge Nature Park
29.4miAttractions
Michaelmas Cay
0miCairns Esplanade Lagoon
0.1miCairns Aquarium
0.2miGreat Barrier Reef
0.3miGreen Island
0.3miRusty's Markets
0.4miCairns Botanic Gardens
2.1miCentenary Lakes
2.1miBarron Gorge National Park
11.3miKuranda
11.6miAustralian Butterfly Sanctuary
11.7miHartley's Crocodile Adventures
14miLake Barrine
24.3miAtherton Tablelands
24.3miGranite Gorge Nature Park
29.4miAirports
Cairns International Airport
2.7miAdults only
Free wifi
Air conditioning
Non-smoking rooms
Private Bathroom
Bathroom
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Shared bathroom
Shower
Toilet
Towels
Bedroom
Linens
Cleaning Services
Daily housekeeping
Laundry
Common Areas
Shared lounge/TV area
Front Desk Services
Baggage storage
Private check-in/out
Tour desk
General
Adults only
Air conditioning
Carpeted
Designated smoking area
Non-smoking rooms
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
BBQ facilities
Outdoor furniture
Parking
Private Parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Room Amenities
Socket near the bed
Safety & security
CCTV in common areas
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Smoke alarms
Safety features
First aid kits available
Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
From
$30Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Age restrictions
Check-in is only possible for guests between 18 and 35 years old
Curfew
Come and go whenever you want
Parking
Private parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs AUD 5 per day.
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Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
No capacity for extra beds or cribs.
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Cash only
This property accepts cash.
Does Mad Monkey Backpackers Waterfront provide parking options?
Yes, the Mad Monkey Backpackers Waterfront hotel offers private parking at a nearby location for a fee of A$5 per day.
What's the nightly rate at Mad Monkey Backpackers Waterfront?
Mad Monkey Backpackers Waterfront's room rates start around $30. Rates, however, may vary depending on room choices and stay period. Please provide your dates for real-time prices.
What are the room types available at Mad Monkey Backpackers Waterfront?
The hotel offers a selection of rooms including dormitory beds in female and mixed rooms, a double room with a shared bathroom. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. The rooms accommodate either 1 or 2 adults and contain twin, bunk, or double beds. Room sizes range from 86 to 194 square feet.
What are the main attractions at Mad Monkey Backpackers Waterfront?
Guests at Mad Monkey Backpackers Waterfront can spend their time enjoying various leisure amenities offered by the hotel. They can relax in the non-smoking rooms equipped with air conditioning and private bathrooms, ensuring their comfort during their stay. Moreover, guests can stay connected with the complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property. The hotel being adults only provides a peaceful environment for guests looking to unwind. Additionally, for pet owners, the pet-friendly policy allows them to bring along their furry companions. Private parking is available for guests with vehicles, ensuring convenience and security. Overall, guests at the Mad Monkey Backpackers Waterfront can make the most of their stay by utilizing these amenities for a comfortable and enjoyable experience.
Does Mad Monkey Backpackers Waterfront accept credit cards and cash payments?
Mad Monkey Backpackers Waterfront does accept both credit cards, such as Visa and Mastercard, and cash payments. You can pay with cash there.
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