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PACKAGES & DEALS
7 NIGHTS FROM $32 PER NIGHT
- Standard 8 Bed Ensuite Club-side Rooms
- Based on 7 night stay
- Ensuite Bathroom
Terms and Conditions Apply. * Travel period 01/03/2025-02/10/2025. Direct bookings only. Non-refundable rate.
HOTEL ROOMS FROM $199 PER NIGHT
- Al rooms include an ensuite bathroom
Terms and Conditions Apply. * Sale period 18/08/2025-01/10/2025. Travel period 18/08/2025 – 02/10/2025. Direct bookings only.
8 BED BED CLUBSIDE DORMS FROM JUST $33 PER NIGHT
- Standard 8 Bed Ensuite Club-side rooms (Mixed Dorms)
- $33 per person / per night
- Available for weekday checkins Monday – Thursday
Terms and Conditions Apply. * Sale period 18/08/2025 – 01/10/2025. Travel period 18/08/2025-02/10/2025. Direct bookings only. Non-refundable.
8 BED BED CLUBSIDE DORMS FROM JUST $42 PER NIGHT
- Standard 8 Bed Ensuite Mixed Dorms
- $42 per person / per night
- Available for weekend checkins Friday – Saturday
Terms and Conditions Apply. * Sale period 18/08/2025 – 01/10/2025. Travel period 18/08/2025-02/10/2025. Direct bookings only. Non-refundable.
8 bed mixed dorms from just $36 PER NIGHT
- Standard 8 Bed Ensuite Mixed Dorms
- $36 per person / per night
- Available for weekday checkins Monday – Thursday
Terms and Conditions Apply. * Sale period 18/08/2025 – 01/10/2025. Travel period 18/08/2025-02/10/2025. Direct bookings only. Non-refundable.
8 bed mixed dorms from just $44 PER NIGHT
- Standard 8 Bed Ensuite Mixed Dorms
- $44 per person / per night
- Available for weekend checkins Friday – Saturday
Terms and Conditions Apply. * Sale period 18/08/2025 – 01/10/2025. Travel period 18/08/2025-02/10/2025. Direct bookings only. Non-refundable.
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- All rooms include an ensuite bathroom.
*Terms and conditions apply.
Explore our rooms
ENSUITE RESORT ROOMS
ENSUITE DORM ROOMS
The place
to be
Discover our spacious, air-conditioned rooms, all with ensuites, offering the perfect accommodation to match your needs.
Choose from a variety of modern share dorms or upgrade to our private hotel rooms, all designed to cater to every traveller’s needs.
24 hour reception

FREE Wi-Fi

All rooms have ensuites

Resort pool

Car park on site

Fitness room

Laundry facilities

FREE club entry
(Sun - Thu & before 11pm Fri - Sat)

VIP privileges

Restaurant & bars
THAT’S WHAT PEOPLE SAY…
Fun stay!
So much fun from start to finish! The atmosphere is unbeatable, everyone is so friendly, and there’s always something going on. The entertainment was insane, the bar had themed parties, DJs, and pool parties with fun games. The food was great, they have a great variety and super affordable, perfect for travelling on a budget. The facilities are incredible—gym, pool, big kitchens, it’s like a backpacker’s paradise. Would 100% recommend to anyone looking for a fun, social, and affordable stay
THAT’S WHAT PEOPLE SAY…
Awesome!
Had an awesome Sunday session at Gilligan’s last Sunday. Enjoyed watching the pool golf. It looks easier than it is. Terry and Ethan made the experience even more enjoyable. Thank you kindly Steve-O..
THAT’S WHAT PEOPLE SAY…
Excellent place to stay
Checked in today for a bucks group. The hostel was great but the bar, pool and day bar staff were nothing but amazing. Terri , Ethan and Andrea made our experience so much better. Will be definitely rebooking.
THAT’S WHAT PEOPLE SAY…
Service with a smile
Great value.
Rooms were clean and tidy and well looked after.
Service with a smile everytime, makes it easier ordering each time.
And the location is to die for, close to shops and in the middle of the Cairns CBD.
Couldn’t ask for much more.
THAT’S WHAT PEOPLE SAY…
Great value
As described a full experience accommodation for the budget conscious young traveler with comfortable shared and single options. Drink specials and cheap eats are a feature of this Cairns institution
THAT’S WHAT PEOPLE SAY…
Luxury · Romantic · Great value
Fantastic place! Staff are very welcoming from the moment you check in, and the dorm rooms have great facilities. My first time at a hostel I was anxious to share a dorm but Gilligan’s exceeded expectations. I felt incredibly safe during my stay after I had to move to Gilligan’s from my initial accommodation, which wasn’t so safe. But I stepped into Gilligan’s and slept easy! The beds are very comfortable, be assured room service is there every day to keep the room in check, the balcony was an outstanding feature. If you’re on level 2 it might be noisy at night but it’s a party hostel after all and just adds to the atmosphere. Bar staff were friendly, the events were awesome. Great location right in the heart of the CBD. Book it you won’t be disappointed!
THAT’S WHAT PEOPLE SAY…
Great place with so much to do!
Hostel itself is great, big clean room with a balcony and big lockers for storing your bag. Travel store downstairs was great and helped us book some day trips. Brilliant atmosphere around the bar area with good deals on drinks and food
THAT’S WHAT PEOPLE SAY…
Atmosphere is amazing
Probably the best place to meet backpackers in Cairns. Definitely where to go if you like to party. Can get a discount on entry and on drinks if you’re staying here. The atmosphere is amazing and the location is perfect! It’s right in the centre so everything is on your doorstep, I promise you’ll never get bored.
Discover our revamped rooms complete with stylish ensuite bathrooms
We have embarked on an exciting renovation journey to refresh all 120 ensuite rooms across the complex. We’re thrilled to announce that we are on track to complete fifty percent by mid year.This includes new flooring, updated bunk beds, and enhanced air conditioning systems.
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