Hides Hotel CairnsvsTropic Days Backpackers
Both properties are rated highly by professional reviewers. On balance, Tropic Days Backpackers scores slightly better than Hides Hotel Cairns. Tropic Days Backpackers ranks #17 in Cairns with recommendations from 2 publications such as Lonely Planet, Rough Guide.
Hides Hotel Cairns
87 Lake Street, Cairns, Queensland 4870
From $52/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Rough Guide
"Very central, convenient and affordable, with long corridors of basic but acceptable rooms (a few singles), some with shared bathrooms. $80."
Lonely Planet
"Once one of Cairns' rowdiest pubs, the super-central Hides now offers affordable accommodation in basic but clean rooms." Full review
Tropic Days Backpackers
26 - 28 Bunting St, Cairns, Queensland 4870
From $12/night
- Free Internet
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Pool
- Free Parking
Rough Guide
"Excellent hostel with a pool, nice gardens (with room to camp), colourful rooms, free wi-fi, fab Aussie BBQs and a highly sociable atmosphere. There are hourly courtesy buses into town."
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"This popular hostel has a tropical garden with hammocks, pool table, bunk-free dorms, fresh linen and towels, free wi-fi and a relaxed vibe." Full review