The Espy Hostel, Cairns ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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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 hotel's location on the Esplanade is perfect for easy access to the marina and all the best attractions in Cairns.”view full review

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

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Standard Single Room

2 persons

110 sq. feet

1 Single bed

Shower

Air conditioning

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Standard Double Room

2 persons

130 sq. feet

1 Double bed

Shower

Air conditioning

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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

Spacious Comfort

“My private room was impressively spacious and equipped with everything I needed for a comfortable week-long stay.” view full review

Accessible Amenities

“The facility provided easy access and essential amenities, allowing everyone to enjoy their stay comfortably.” view full review

Refreshing Pool

“The pool was a pleasant surprise during my stay, providing a nice place to relax, even though it was shaded and cool.” view full review

Convenient Kitchen

“Having access to a large open kitchen was fantastic, as it allowed me to prepare meals and feel at home.” view full review

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

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

City landmarks

Landmark

Cairns Night Markets

2400 ft

Market

Rusty's Markets

3100 ft

Museum

The Cairns Museum

2600 ft

Library

Cairns City Library

2600 ft

Park

Muddy's Playground

3800 ft

Aquarium

Cairns Aquarium

3700 ft

Church

St Monica's Cathedral

4000 ft

Park

Munro Martin Parklands

4800 ft

Landmark

Josephine Falls

3200 ft

Public Building

Cairns Regional Council

1.0 mi

Nearby

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:

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

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