Summer House Backpackers Cairns

Hostel
 

341 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

Good1,658 verified ratings
7.6

$65

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$133
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Summer House Backpackers Cairns Information

Discover essential information, amenities, and features of Summer House Backpackers Cairns, providing insights into what to expect during your stay. Information on this property was last updated on 30 October 2025.
Summer House Cairns features free bikes, outdoor swimming pool, a garden and shared lounge in Cairns. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk,...

Good to know

Check-in time14:00
Check-out time10:00
Payment & CancellationPolicies vary by room type and provider.
Front desk number+61 742 213 411

Perks and amenities at Summer House Backpackers Cairns

A comprehensive list of on-site, in-building, and in-room amenities you’ll find at Summer House Backpackers Cairns
  • Private beach
  • Adults only
  • Outdoor pool
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Shuttle service (free)
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Cable or satellite TV

General

  • ATM on-site
  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Linens
  • Adults only
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Laundry facilities
  • Minibar
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shared kitchen
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Room service
  • Smoke alarms
  • Shower
  • First-aid kit
  • Snack bar
  • Outdoor pool
  • Socket near the bed
  • Key card access
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Lockers
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Air-conditioned
  • Refrigerator
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Toilet
  • Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
  • Toilet paper
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Safe
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Dustbins
  • Private beach
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Dining area
  • Dining table
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Designated smoking area
  • Storage available

Activities

  • Hiking
  • Bicycle hire
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Evening entertainment
  • Table tennis
  • Pool table

Services

  • Shuttle service (free)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Entertainment staff
  • Laundry service
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Tour desk
  • Airport shuttle

Reviews for Summer House Backpackers Cairns

Read firsthand reviews and testimonials from guests who have stayed at Summer House Backpackers Cairns, providing insights into their experiences. Travellers have left 1,657 reviews of Summer House Backpackers Cairns to date. Review data was last updated on 30 October 2025.
7.6
Good1,657 verified ratings
Pros +
  • "Nice pool, bar with events every night, beach volley area." (in 4 reviews)
  • One of the best hostels I've stayed in. (in 46 reviews)
  • "Great bar, spacious area!" (in 25 reviews)
Cons -
  • Bathroom and kitchen were dirty. (in 33 reviews)
  • The room smelled like old sweat. (in 22 reviews)
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Explore Cairns

Summer House Backpackers Cairns is located at 341 Lake Street in the neighbourhood of Cairns. Popular landmark data was lasted updated on 30 October 2025.

Most Popular Landmarks

Flecker Botanic Gardens

4 mins drive

2.0 km

Cairns Regional Gallery

5 mins drive

2.8 km

Cairns Central Shopping Centre

7 mins drive

3.7 km

Cairns Rainforest Dome

6 mins drive

3.2 km

Reef Hotel Casino

5 mins drive

3.1 km

Flecker Botanic Gardens

4 mins drive

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Cairns Regional Gallery

5 mins drive

2.8 km

Cairns Central Shopping Centre

7 mins drive

3.7 km

Cairns Rainforest Dome

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Car Hires

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Car hire at Cairns Airport

Closest Airports

Cairns Airport

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Cairns Airport

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  • How far is Summer House Backpackers Cairns from Cairns Regional Gallery?

    The popular Cairns Regional Gallery is just over 2.8 km from Summer House Backpackers Cairns.

  • Is Summer House Backpackers Cairns close to Esplanade Lagoon?

    Summer House Backpackers Cairns is a good choice to stay at if you want to visit Esplanade Lagoon, which is 2.5 km away.

FAQs when booking at Summer House Backpackers Cairns

Find answers to commonly asked questions regarding bookings, amenities, policies, and more when booking a stay at Summer House Backpackers Cairns. FAQs were last updated on 30 October 2025.

  • How close is Summer House Backpackers Cairns to the nearest airport, Cairns Airport?

    The distance between the closest airport, Cairns Airport, and Summer House Backpackers Cairns is 3.5 km and the expected drive time is about 0h 02m. Your drive time between the two can vary based on the time of day and traffic trends of the area.

  • What is the best way for guests to get from Cairns Airport to Summer House Backpackers Cairns?

    One of the more popular options today is to take a taxi or ridesharing service directly from Cairns Airport to the hotel. This option is often cost-effective, but guests must keep a lookout for peak time rates.

  • Is there a pool at Summer House Backpackers Cairns?

    Yes. HotelsCombined users travelling to Cairns often look for hotels with a pool available. Most hotels have pool hours, so be sure to ask the front desk at Summer House Backpackers Cairns for pool rules and guidelines.

  • How close is Summer House Backpackers Cairns from the Cairns city centre?

    Summer House Backpackers Cairns is 2.1 km away from the centre of Downtown, Cairns. Consider visiting Skydive Cairns, a popular landmark that can be accessed from Summer House Backpackers Cairns by various forms of transportation.

  • What is the Summer House Backpackers Cairns phone number?

    For questions about Summer House Backpackers Cairns and your reservation, contact the front desk directly at +61 742 213 411.

  • Does Summer House Backpackers Cairns have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, Summer House Backpackers Cairns has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • What is the check-out time at Summer House Backpackers Cairns?

    10:00 is the check-out time at Summer House Backpackers Cairns. Late check-out may be available, but needs to be agreed with the hotel.

  • How much does it cost to stay at Summer House Backpackers Cairns, Cairns?

    Prices at Summer House Backpackers Cairns will vary depending on when you plan to stay and what room type you require. The average nightly room price recently has been $93, though some users have found rates as low as $57. To see prices for your dates, enter them in the form above.

  • Is there a restaurant at Summer House Backpackers Cairns?

    There is an on-site restaurant - contact Summer House Backpackers Cairns for opening and last order times. If you’re more interested in drinking than eating, there’s a bar on-site too.

  • Does Summer House Backpackers Cairns have a laundry service?

    This accommodation does offer laundry services.

  • What is the cheapest month to stay at Summer House Backpackers Cairns?

    For the best chance to save money on your Summer House Backpackers Cairns reservation, consider staying in February, when prices are typically at their lowest ($61).

  • What is the cheapest day to check into Summer House Backpackers Cairns?

    Consider checking into Summer House Backpackers Cairns on Friday, when the nightly price is typically at its lowest (average nightly rate of $32).

  • How far is Summer House Backpackers Cairns from Cairns Regional Gallery?

    The popular Cairns Regional Gallery is just over 2.8 km from Summer House Backpackers Cairns.

  • Is Summer House Backpackers Cairns close to Esplanade Lagoon?

    Summer House Backpackers Cairns is a good choice to stay at if you want to visit Esplanade Lagoon, which is 2.5 km away.

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