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Gilligans Backpackers Hotel & ResortvsPullman Cairns International
Both hotels are highly recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Gilligans Backpackers Hotel & Resort is the choice of most reviewers compared to Pullman Cairns International. Gilligans Backpackers Hotel & Resort comes in at #12 in Cairns with accolades from 2 reviews such as Oyster, Lonely Planet.
Gilligans Backpackers Hotel & Resort
Oyster
Lonely Planet
57-89 Grafton Street, Cairns, Queensland 4870
From $9/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Pool
- Free Parking
OysterBudget
"Gilligans Backpackers Hotel & Resort is not a peaceful base from which to explore Cairns -- it is a centrally located party hub with excellent on-site bars that attracts locals as well as backpackers." Full review
Lonely Planet "The ‘G spot’ is pricey, impersonal and very loud, but all rooms at this flashpacker resort have en suites and most have balconies." Full review
Pullman Cairns International
Fodor's Lonely Planet
Star Service
17 Abbott Street, Cairns, Queensland 4870
From $84/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's "Formerly a Sebel-branded property, this apartment-hotel near Cairns's waterfront has an impressive three-story lobby, smartly outfitted guest rooms, and a luxurious day spa." Full review
Lonely Planet "The grandaddy of Cairns' five-stars... has a fine location, colonial charm and surprisingly contemporary rooms with city, mountain or harbour views." Full review
Star Service "Facing the slightly inferior The Reef Hotel Casino, this well-run tropical resort (formerly known as The Sebel) holds high standards and blends local ownership with fine foreign management." Full review
