Global Backpakers On The Waterfront

Live the dream at Global Waterfront! At Global Waterfront, the Esplanade lagoon is directly opposite you, so you can cook a BBQ, swim, enjoy free fitness classes or simply chill-out and enjoy all the tropics has to offer.

*** Live the dream at the Global Waterfront ***

Step out your front door and start soaking up the tropical atmosphere!

Cairns is the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, the oldest rain forest in the world, Volcanic Tablelands, & adrenaline pumping excitement all year.

Global Waterfront is a clean & friendly hostel located on The Esplanade opposite the lagoon. We have a variety of dorms, single, twin & double rooms. We also have a fully functional kitchen, open plan lounge area with TV & pool table, roof top chill sunbathing area with amazing views of cairns. Our travel desk can help you plan your stay all the activities you wish to experience whilst in Cairns and Australia. All beds have inner spring mattresses; linen is supplied, as are air-conditioning and ceiling fans.

We offer the following to make your stay that more enjoyable and convenient:
» Communal Kitchen
» Laundry
» Free Travel advise
» Roof top sun deck
» Safe deposit boxes
» Free Luggage storage
» Mail holding
» Salt water lagoon for swimming
» Internet access
» Awesome evening meal deal with free drink
» Free nightly activities
» Special discounts at several Cairns venues for all in-house guests

Accommodation Information

Rooms are spacious, airy and clean with linen supplied along with air-conditioning and ceiling fans. We have 8, 6 and 4 share dorms, waterfront balcony dorms, female only and mixed, single, twin and double rooms. We offer 24hour access, 24hour check-in and 24hour security. No Curfew, Global Gossip internet and a travel desk. We have a Strict no passport, no check in policy.

Location Information

On the Waterfront next to Rattle n Hum.
Across from the Esplanade Lagoon and Greyhound bus stop.
Across from the Pier Tavern