Lake Placid Rainforest ResortvsTropic Days Backpackers
Both hotels are praised by those who travel for a living. Overall, Tropic Days Backpackers scores slightly higher than Lake Placid Tourist Park. Tropic Days Backpackers ranks #17 in Cairns with recommendations from 2 reviewers such as Lonely Planet, Rough Guide.
Lake Placid Rainforest Resort
Lake Placid Rd, Lake Placid, Cairns, Queensland 4878
From $64/night
- Pet Friendly
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Pool
- Free Parking
- Kitchenette
Lonely Planet
"Close enough to enjoy the spoils of the Big Smoke (it's a 15-min drive from the CBD) but far enough to revel in rainforesty repose, this spot overlooks the aptly named Lake Placid." 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