The Espy Hostel, Cairns

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About the Hotel

83 Esplanade, Cairns, Qld 4780 Cairns, Qld 4780, Cairns, Australia, 4780
Very good
7.0
7.6
/10

The Espy Hostel, rated 7.0/10, features shared kitchen and lounge facilities along with free WiFi throughout the property. This Cairns hotel offers both shared and private room options, accommodating various guest preferences.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at The Espy Hostel include shared and private options, featuring air conditioning and tile/marble floors. The single room includes a seating area and flat-screen TV, while the double room has a washing machine and private bathroom.

Dining & Nearby Options

Dining options near The Espy Hostel include Villa Romana Trattoria, YOMG Cairns, and Pinocchio's Pizza, all within 0.5 km. Nearby eateries cater to various tastes.

Leisure & Activities

Leisure activities include visits to Cairns ZOOM and Wildlife Dome, Muddy's Playground, and Cairns Aquarium, all within 1 km. The proximity to Cairns Night Markets and Rusty's Markets adds to the enjoyable local experience.

Transportation & Services

The Espy Hostel is conveniently located for transportation, with the bus stop just 2 minutes away and Cairns City Bus Station within a 12-minute walk. The nearest airport, Cairns Airport, is 7 km from the property.

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The Espy Hostel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Bed 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room 18 35 ages only
2 persons
155 sq. feet 
1 Bunk bed
Shower
Air conditioning
Standard Single Room
2 persons
110 sq. feet 
1 Single bed
Shower
Air conditioning
Standard Double Room
2 persons
130 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Air conditioning
Bed 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
2 persons
195 sq. feet 
1 Bunk bed
Shower
Air conditioning
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Facilities

The Espy Hostel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Nice
6.9/10Review score

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Adults only
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Guest Parking

  • Shared kitchen

Children

  • Board games

Spa & Leisure

  • Rooftop pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture

Bathroom

  • Washing machine
  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Shared kitchen

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
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The Espy Hostel Location

83 Esplanade, Cairns, Qld 4780 Cairns, Qld 4780, Cairns, Australia, 4780
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83 Esplanade, Cairns, Qld 4780 Cairns, Qld 4780, Cairns, Australia, 4780
Nearby
Green Island
Green Island
1300 ft
Gallery
Cairns Regional Gallery
1900 ft
Zoo
Cairns ZOOM and Wildlife Dome
1500 ft
52-54 The Esplanade
Cairns Cenotaph
1100 ft
Gallery
Michael Seebeck Gallery
100 ft
The Esplanade
1876 Landing Party
1600 ft
Gallery
Samurai Gallery Australia
900 ft
Gallery
Doongal Aboriginal Art Gallery Cairns
1000 ft
Gallery
KickArts Contemporary Arts
1000 ft
Shop 4
Underart Gallery
1300 ft
1 Spence St
Cairns Marlin Marina
1600 ft
Great Barrier Reef
Michaelmas Cay
1700 ft
1/47 Shields St
Bones and Jones
1800 ft
58 Lake St Suite 3-4
Foot and Body Massage
1200 ft
Shopping Area
T Galleria by DFS
1300 ft
Shopping Area
Orchid Plaza
1200 ft
Zoo
ZOO To You HQ Wildlife Discovery Centre
1900 ft
Green Arrow Walk
2100 ft
85-87 The Esplanade
Gareth Kelly Gallery
100 ft
52-54 Esplanade
Cairns Esplanade Markets
600 ft
Restaurants
Devine Gelato
600 ft
Shop 3 5 Aplin St
Gelocchio
500 ft
9/93 The Esplanade (50 metres up Aplin street From Esplanade-Aplin corner
Oasis Kebab
1000 ft
83 Esplanade
YOMG Cairns
100 ft
125 Abbott St
Food House Cafe
100 ft
89 Esplanade
Pho Viet
800 ft
Orchid Plaza 24 Shields St And Shop 18. Orchid Plaza
Self Service
900 ft
Abbott Street
Blue Lagoon Bar
200 ft
11/71-75 The Esplanade
Pho Street
1100 ft
Shop 15 54-60 Abbott St
Ice Cloud
1100 ft
Abbott St Night Markets
Getting around
City Centre
Cairns9 min  ·  2300 ft
Airports
Cairns International Airport (CNS)10 min  ·  4.0 mi
Train
Cairns Central Station10 min  ·  2700 ft
Bus
Bus stop2 min  ·  400 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:59
Check-out
from 08:00-10:00
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
12
Former name
cairns waterfront haven

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Espy Hostel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 112 verified reviews
7.1/10
Very good
71%
Recommend
Breakfast
7.5/10
Cleanliness
7.3/10
Comfort
7.2/10
Facilities
6.9/10
Free Wi-Fi
7.6/10
Location
9.2/10
Paid Wi-Fi
6.4/10
Staff
8.1/10
Value for money
7.4/10
Guest reviews
based on 294 reviews
7.0/10
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