paradise travellers rest cairns

welcome to Paradise Travellers Rest

(previously known as geckos backpackers cairns).

4 Bed Dormitory, Mixed (no bunks)

(shared bathroom)"> Single room (shared bathroom)

(Private Room)"> Deluxe Twin Garden View (Private Room)

(Private Room)"> Deluxe Double Garden View (Private Room)

(Private Room)"> Triple Room (Private Room)

Welcome to paradise travellers rest.

Paradise Travellers Rest (previously known as Gecko's Backpackers Cairns ) is a Magnificent Historical Heritage Place, built many, many years ago as a Guest House, now nearly 3 decades as Geckos Backpackers. After renovations in the past recent years, we are now going through the rooms with a fresh coat of paint again. Rooms are a good size with NO bunk beds. Beautiful, well layed out property only 600 meters walk to the City centre and Cole's Supermarket directly across the road open from 6am to 10pm. Lush Tropical gardens with cool swimming pool. All city facilities and attractions only minutes away. Cairns the Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef and Rainforest's. We have a tour desk for all your activity requirements. Here at Geckos Backpackers we strive to keep the place clean and tidy all the time and have a no alcohol policy which really keeps the place very quiet and safe for a good night sleep, perfect for travellers going on tours each day. Unlimited wifi with tea and coffee 24/7. Budget accommodation in Cairns with great value for money. Please google FNQ Shuttle or call 0432 488 783 to book your transfer and go to bus bay number 6.

where to find us

Paradise travellers rest (previously known as geckos backpackers cairns).

187 Bunda Street Parramatta Park, Cairns Queensland 4870 Australia

Check In Time : 11:00am earliest

Check Out Time : 10:00am latest

Booking cancellation policy is 48 hours prior to arrival.

• FREE wifi internet access
• FREE luggage storage
• FREE tea and coffee 24 hours
• FREE car parking
• Tent area and camper van parking area on site
• Air conditioned, no coins needed
• Resort pool
• Fully equiped kitchen, laundry facility
• All linen & towel supplied
• Hotel quality mattresses
• TV room, library room
• 24 hours hot showers

 Phone: 07 40311344

 Fax. (03) 5356 4442

 Email: [email protected]

Paradise Travellers Rest

• backpackers Accommodation
• availability

Clients Testimonials

“I stayed here for 5 nights, the staff were knowledgeable and helpful, the close proximity to town was a bonus with easy access to transport . I will be back to Gecko`s at some stage.” by  Miles, New Zealand

“Peter the owner is very helpful and accomodating of our needs. The rooms are clean and attractive, the beds comfortable. We've become returning customers :-) ” by  John , Australia

“Although my room name was 'shared bathroom', I could take a shower anytime I want. '24h free cofee or tea' and 'free internet' were very helpful for me.” by  Kimiko, Japan

© 2018 Paradise Travellers Rest (previously known as Gecko's Backpackers Cairns) .

Website By Update247 Channel Manager

• Accommodations

Paradise Traveller’s Rest

187 bunda street, cairns, come and experience the laid-back north queensland lifestyle; chill out by the pool, swing in a hammock and laze on the balconies..

Paradise Traveller’s Rest (formerly known as Geckos Backpackers Cairns)

While our friendly helpful staff make your stay a memorable one in the best value accommodation in town.

Paradise Traveller’s Rest hostel is close to everything – nightlife, cinemas, shopping, cafes, bus and train stations, and tour departure points.

It is located right across the road from the major shopping complex in Cairns, and is only a 15 minute walk into the city centre and Cairns Esplanade.

Recently refurbished means the rooms are fresh including hotel-quality mattresses ensuring our guests get a great nights sleep.

A mix of dorm and private rooms feature shared bathrooms and free Wi-Fi. The room styles range from basic and no-frills to warm and bright.

Some add mini fridges, garden views, and tea and coffee-making facilities

Next, interested in visiting the Great Barrier Reef while you are in Cairns? Check out Reef Experience – the best value day tour from Cairns !

Paradise Traveller’s Rest hostel is located at 187 Bunda St, Cairns, QLD 4870.

Check-In: 2:00 pm

Check-Out: 10:00 am

Terms And Conditions

When you proceed with booking, you will be redirected to Booking.com, and all booking-related transactions will be subject to Booking.com's terms and conditions. Please review and accept Booking.com's terms and conditions before finalizing your reservation.

This website acts as an informational platform. Bookings are handled by Booking.com. Although we endeavour to provide accurate information we are not liable for inaccurate information concerning services. We are not liable for changes to accommodation, pricing, times, or inclusions; all of which are subject to change without notice. Neither this site nor any associated company or agent advertised through this site is responsible for costs or losses resulting from alterations, cancellations, loss of baggage, delay, or personal injury. We strongly recommend everyone has their own travel insurance.

Paradise Traveller’s Rest Accommodations

5 Bed Dorm Mixed

With shared bathroom facilities, includes linen, towel and FREE Wifi.

Single Room

With shared bathroom facilities, includes air-conditioning, bar fridge, linen, towel and FREE Wifi included.

Deluxe Twin Garden View

Deluxe Double Garden View

1 review for “paradise traveller's rest”.

Geckos is very good situated in Cairns, with restaurants, shops, harbour, beach, etc. within walking distance. It's not only suitable for backpackers, but you can see it as a simple hostel. So if you don't mind not having a private bathroom and don't want to spend too much money, I can advise this place. The kitchen could be completer and better organised and is only suitable for 2 people cooking at the same time. But in Cairns you don't really need to cook, because if you ask around among the backpackers you can get vouchers for backpackers meals for only 5 - 10 dollar. Many bars and restaurants offer those meals and those are pretty good meals.

Add a review

Cancel reply.

Please rate the product

Rating 1 2 3 4 5 Rate... Perfect Good Average Not that bad Very Poor

Please write a review

Please enter your name

Please enter your email

• Abroad Accommodation
• Visit Australia

Travellers Paradise

11:00 AM - 12:00 AM

12:00 AM - 10:00 AM

187 Bunda Street, Parramatta Park, Cairns Central, 4870 Cairns, Australia

This accommodation has a 9 out of 10 star rating based on 723 reviews

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Home » Travellers Paradise

Welcome to Travellers Paradise based in Cairns.

You’re eligible for a Genius discount at Travellers Paradise! To save at this property, all you have to do is sign in .

Surrounded by lush tropical gardens, Paradise Travelers Rest offers accommodations in a historical, heritage listed building in Cairns, 0.7 mi from Cairns Convention Center. Free street parking is available. It is located opposite Cairns Central Shopping Center, Coles Supermarket and the train station. Free unlimited WiFi is available.

Some rooms have ceilings up to 20 feet. Every room includes a shared bathroom. There is a shared 24-hour kitchen with free tea and coffee at the property. All rooms feature air-conditioning and do not require coins to operate.

Guests can enjoy a TV room, small library, large swimming pool and unlimited internet. Laundry facilities are available.

Guests of Paradise Travelers Rest can approach staff at the extensive tour desk for arrangements of reef trips, rainforest tours, Kuranda scenic railway, skydiving, and white water rafting.

The Event Cinemas are 1,300 feet from Paradise Travelers Rest, while Cairns Regional Gallery is 0.6 mi away. The nearest airport is Cairns Airport, 3.7 mi from the property.

Don't miss out on your room!

Book now and lock in your stay with Travellers Paradise which is based in Cairns region.

Review Statistics

Guests have rated the Travellers Paradise with the below review scores.

Cleanliness

Value for money 

Our Location.

Hotel features.

Travellers Paradise provides many hotel features which include the following.

Hotel Facilities

Travellers Paradise provides many hotel facilities which include the following.

Surrounding Facilities

There are many facilities around Travellers Paradise which include the following.

Travellers Paradise

187 Bunda Street, Parramatta Park, Cairns Central, 4870 Cairns, Australia – Excellent location - show map

Cleanliness

Value for money

This is a carousel with rotating slides. It displays featured reviews of the property. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate.

The house was quaint and adorable, with very nice facilities. I could tell the owner had put a lot of work into making the place feel cozy. The double bed room was amazing, and I loved the property, inside and out. Everything was very clean and in working order, and the bed was super comfy. It was a fantastic place to rest my head after a long day of travelling and car problems. I would stay there again!

Very clean. Peter helps with everything. It’s a comfortable place. Best place you can stay in cairns. I loved the swimming pool, it was very clean.

Peter was very helpful and allowed me to check in early. Very smooth check in and friendly staff!

The location and facilities were great and Peter was so helpful throughout our stay!

Nice clean place with great facilities, and a lovely host! Also an awesome location :)

This gorgeous heritage home is immaculate and Peter is a great person to deal with upon arrival and departure. This is definitely my new favourite stay in Cairns, (after my Dreamtime stay around the corner)

Because I arrived late , phone number on door to phone. Paul talked me through where keys were , what key to use etc. Absolutely brilliant 👏 . Next day he booked two trips for me 1 rainforest 2 boat trip and dive at barrier reef 👍. Also a free upgrade to a double room

Charming building with beautiful wooden floor. Location in perfect, in the city center, you can easily walk everywhere. It is super clean and rooms are comfortable. Shared bathroom and kitchen are spotless. Pure pleasure to stay there

Spotless clean, Peter takes great care of everything, easy communication, great value.)

Relaxing rainforest vibe just a step away from Cairns CBD and a short walk to the waterfront. A beautifully kept Queenslander house, with a cool, leafy garden and thoughtfully appointed facilities.

Travellers Paradise Reserve now

Lock in a great price for Travellers Paradise - rated 8.7 by recent guests.

Enter dates to get started.

Experience world-class service at Travellers Paradise

Surrounded by lush tropical gardens, Travellers Paradise offers accommodation in a historical, heritage listed building in Cairns, 1.2 km from Cairns Convention Centre. Free street parking is available. It is located opposite Cairns Central Shopping Centre, Coles Supermarket and the train station. Free unlimited WiFi is available. Some rooms have ceilings up to 4.2 metres. Every room includes a shared bathroom. There is a shared 24-hour kitchen with free tea and coffee at the property. All rooms feature air-conditioning and do not require coins to operate. Guests can enjoy a TV room, small library, large swimming pool and unlimited internet. Laundry facilities are available. Guests of Travellers Paradise can approach staff at the extensive tour desk for arrangements of reef trips, rainforest tours, Kuranda scenic railway, skydiving, and white water rafting. The Event Cinemas are 400 metres from Travellers Paradise, while Cairns Regional Gallery is 1 km away. The nearest airport is Cairns Airport, 6 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

• Outdoor swimming pool
• Free parking
• Family rooms
• Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

FREE parking!

Saved to 2920 lists

Availability

Select dates to see this property's availability and prices

Property practices

Categories:, see what guests loved the most:.

Property surroundings

Facilities of travellers paradise great facilities review score, 8.8.

• Toilet paper
• Towels/sheets (extra fee)
• Shared bathroom
• Picnic area
• Outdoor furniture
• Outdoor dining area
• Cleaning products
• Washing machine
• Refrigerator
• Socket near the bed
• Snorkelling Additional charge
• Horse riding Additional charge Off-site
• Diving Additional charge
• Cycling Off-site
• Hiking Off-site
• Canoeing Additional charge
• Fishing Additional charge
• Seating Area
• Street parking
• Accessible parking
• Private check-in/check-out
• Luggage storage
• Express check-in/check-out
• Indoor play area
• Laundry Additional charge
• Fax/photocopying Additional charge
• Fire extinguishers
• Smoke alarms
• Security alarm
• 24-hour security
• Safety deposit box
• Shared lounge/TV area
• Vending machine (drinks)
• Designated smoking area
• Air conditioning
• Non-smoking throughout
• Soundproofing
• Private entrance
• Ironing facilities
• Open all year
• Sun loungers or beach chairs
• Sun umbrellas

See availability House rules

From 14:00 to 00:00

From 00:00 to 10:00

Cancellation/ prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets are not allowed.

Accepted payment methods

Cash Travellers Paradise accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Air conditioning is including in the room rate.

Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.

FAQs about Travellers Paradise

What are the check-in and check-out times at travellers paradise.

Check-in at Travellers Paradise is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

What is there to do at Travellers Paradise?

• Snorkelling
• Horse riding
• Swimming Pool

Does Travellers Paradise have a pool?

Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

How far is Travellers Paradise from the centre of Cairns?

Travellers Paradise is 650 yards from the centre of Cairns. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

How much does it cost to stay at Travellers Paradise?

The prices at Travellers Paradise may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

The best of Cairns

Conference centres.

• Cairns Convention Centre
• Cairns Regional Gallery

Institutions

• Cairns Base Hospital
• Cairns Regional Council
• Cairns Electorate Office
• Cairns Family Court
• Cairns Magistrates Court
• Cairns City Library
• Martin College
• Reef and Rainforest Research Centre
• Cairns Aquarium
• The Cairns Museum
• Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens

Popular areas

• Cairns Rainforest Dome
• Skyway Rainforest Cableway
• Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park
• Cairns Esplanade

Shopping areas

• Cairns Central Shopping Centre
• Rusty's Markets
• Cairns Night Markets

Stadiums and arenas

• Barlow Park
• Cairns Showgrounds
• The Cairns Civic Theater
• The Center of Contemporary Arts
• Cairns Airport (CNS) 3.5 miles
• Mareeba Airport (MRG) 25.2 miles
• Innisfail Airport (IFL) 46.7 miles

Railway stations

• Cairns Station

Save time, save money!

Error: Please enter a valid email address

Error: Sorry. An error has occurred.

Thanks! We've sent you an email so you can complete your subscription

Personalised recommendations

We provide personalised recommendations based on your activity on our platform. If you prefer, you can opt-out of this option. Keep in mind, opting-out only affects your current device. You must therefore adjust this setting on each device as necessary to reflect your preference.

Verified reviews from real guests.

We have more than 70 million property reviews, and they're all from real, verified guests .

How does it work?

It starts with a booking.

The only way to leave a review is to first make a booking. That's how we know our reviews come from real guests who have stayed at the property.

Followed by a trip

When guests stay at the property they check out how quiet the room is, how friendly the staff are and more.

And finally, a review

After their trip, guests tell us about their stay. We check for naughty words and verify the authenticity of all guest reviews before adding them to our site.

If you booked through us and want to leave a review, please sign in first.

Check-in date

Check-out date

Save big in Cairns

Get exclusive access to member-only deals by email.

For a limited time only

Hooray, you're now subscribed!

Travellers Paradise

187 Bunda Street, Parramatta Park, Cairns Central, Cairns, 4870, Australia

Enter your dates to view today's low rates and promotions.

Check Rates

Rooms & Rates

Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom

Room amenities, details, and policies

This air-conditioned quadruple room has a shared bathroom, a washing machine, a private entrance as well as an outdoor dining area. The unit has 4 beds.

• Room Service
• Children's Play Area
• Swimming Pool - Outdoor
• Contactless check-in and check-out are available
• Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
• Social distancing measures are in place
• Non-Smoking Facility

Family Room with Shared Bathroom

This air-conditioned family room features a shared bathroom, a washing machine, a private entrance as well as an outdoor dining area. The unit offers 5 beds.

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

This double room features air conditioning.

Single Room with Shared Bathroom

This single room has air conditioning.

Single Bed in Dormitory Room

Rooms are 28 square yards.

Triple Room with Shared Bathroom

This triple room has air conditioning.

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

This twin room has air conditioning.

Deluxe Double Garden View

Deluxe Triple

find available rooms

About Travellers Paradise

Surrounded by lush tropical gardens, Paradise Travelers Rest offers accommodations in a historical, heritage listed building in Cairns, 0.7 mi from Cairns Convention Center. Free street parking is available. It is located opposite Cairns Central Shopping Center, Coles Supermarket and the train station. Free unlimited WiFi is available. Some rooms have ceilings up to 14 feet. Every room includes a shared bathroom. There is a shared 24-hour kitchen with free tea and coffee at the property. All rooms feature air-conditioning and do not require coins to operate. Guests can enjoy a TV room, small library, large swimming pool and unlimited internet. Laundry facilities are available. Guests of Paradise Travelers Rest can approach staff at the extensive tour desk for arrangements of reef trips, rainforest tours, Kuranda scenic railway, skydiving, and white water rafting. The Event Cinemas are 1312 feet from Paradise Travelers Rest, while Cairns Regional Gallery is 0.6 mi away. The nearest airport is Cairns Airport, 3.7 mi from the property.

Frequently Asked Questions

The property is located at 187 Bunda Street, Parramatta Park, Cairns Central in Cairns.

Prices vary based on dates and availability. Select the dates of your stay above to find the best price on all available rooms.

Yes, this hotel has an outdoor swimming pool for guests to enjoy, along with other amenities. Please see the hotel description above for more information.

No, this hotel does not have an on-site restaurant. Check out the hotel description and the location map to explore local dining options as well.

Breakfast may be available at Travellers Paradise, and may come free with your room, depending on your selection. Please check for dates and room availability above to see what's included with your stay.

Guests at Travellers Paradise can enjoy amenities such as a outdoor swimming pool, children's play area and game room during their stay. Check out the hotel description to learn more about the amenities available during your stay.

Families can enjoy kid-friendly amenities such as a outdoor swimming pool, children's play area and game room during their stay. Check out the hotel description above to learn more about the family-friendly amenities available during your stay.

We offer a wide variety of rates on Travellers Paradise. Discounted rates are available throughout the year, depending on your travel dates. Search for your dates above and we'll show you our lowest prices.

By logging into our site using the login banner above, you'll receive an instant discount of 5% on your booking today with no limit to how much you can save. Log in, claim your promo code, select your dates and room and apply your code at checkout.

Travellers Paradise 187 Bunda Street, Parramatta Park, Cairns Central, Cairns , 4870, Australia

Popular Hotels Nearby

Hilton Cairns

Shangri-La Hotel The Marina Cairns

Riley, a Crystalbrook Collection Resort

Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Reef Hotel Casino

We are an independent travel network offering over 100,000 hotels worldwide

Guest Reservations™ is not owned or sponsored by any particular hotel or chain. The use of any hotel trademarks or information is solely for reference purposes in helping customers identify the travel destinations of their choice. All such property, brand, and company names are the registered trademarks or intellectual property of their respective owners. Click here for more information.

4 REASONS TO BOOK WITH Guest Reservations TM

As an independent travel network offering over 100,000 hotels worldwide, we can get you the same deals you expect with a bigger travel agency or direct from the hotel. We compile the best rates from several top suppliers to make it easy to book the perfect room. Combine these deals with our all-devices booking engine, strict privacy focus, and world-class support and you have the Guest Reservations TM difference. Learn more about us .

Exclusive Deals

Massive selection, leading customer service, strict privacy focus, select your dates.

Choose your dates to book today’s available rooms and rates

Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Guest House

View prices for your travel dates

Reviews we perform checks on reviews. tripadvisor’s approach to reviews before posting, each tripadvisor review goes through an automated tracking system, which collects information, answering the following questions: how, what, where and when. if the system detects something that potentially contradicts our community guidelines , the review is not published. when the system detects a problem, a review may be automatically rejected, sent to the reviewer for validation, or manually reviewed by our team of content specialists, who work 24/7 to maintain the quality of the reviews on our site. our team checks each review posted on the site disputed by our community as not meeting our community guidelines . learn more about our review moderation..

• Excellent 0
• Very Good 0
• English ( 0 )

Own or manage this property? Claim your listing for free to respond to reviews, update your profile and much more.

TRAVELLERS PARADISE HERITAGE HISTORICAL GUEST HOUSE (AU$120): 2024 Prices & Reviews (Cairns) - Photos of Hostel - Tripadvisor

Travellers Paradise

About Travellers Paradise

• Hostel Room An affordable stay with shared facilities
• Freebies This stay includes Wi-Fi and Parking for free

Geckos Backpackers is set amongst Cairns's well-known sightseeing hot spots, just a brief walk from Cairns Railway Station. It is a stone's throw from Cairns Central.

Luggage storage, a car rental desk and an express check-in and check-out feature are just some of the convenient services at the hostel. Popular amenities include an outdoor pool and free wireless internet in public areas.

Geckos Backpackers has 25 rooms that are filled with all the necessities to ensure a comfortable stay. They are also fitted with a microwave, a hair dryer and a refrigerator.

The hostel is under a 15-minute drive from Cairns Airport. It is also within walking distance of Barlow Park, Cairns Convention Centre and The Reef Hotel Casino.

Latest deals for Travellers Paradise

* Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at Travellers Paradise

• Snorkelling
• Outdoor pool
• Free parking
• Laundry facilities
• Express check-out
• Disabled access
• Fire extinguisher
• Smoke alarms
• Air-conditioned
• Towels/sheets (extra fee)

Things to do

• Horse riding
• Family rooms
• Seating area
• Hardwood or parquet floors
• Soundproofing
• Tile/marble floor
• Privacy curtain
• Storage available

Accessibility and suitability

• Non-feather pillow
• Upper floors accessible by stairs
• Designated smoking area
• Private entrance
• Shared bathroom
• Toilet paper

Services and conveniences

• Safety deposit box
• Private check-in/check-out
• Terrace/Patio
• Outdoor dining area
• Outdoor furniture
• Iron and ironing board
• Washing machine
• Refrigerator
• Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
• Vending machine (drinks)
• Plunge pool

Parking and transportation

Media and entertainment

• Shared lounge/TV area
• Socket near the bed
• Fax/photocopying

Health and safety

• Daily housekeeping

Family friendly

• Indoor play area

Reviews of Travellers Paradise

All reviews are collected from real users with a verified booking made with KAYAK or one of our trusted external partners.

Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.

Traveller type:

Time of year:, traveller rating:, what's nearby.

• Cairns Central Shopping Centre 179 m
• Cairns Civic Theatre 0.6 km
• Barlow Park 0.7 km
• Cairns Historical Society Museum 0.7 km
• Cairns Regional Gallery 0.9 km
• Center of Contemporary Arts 0.9 km
• Cairns Rainforest Dome 1 km
• Reef Hotel Casino 1 km
• Cairns Esplanade 1 km
• Esplanade Lagoon 1 km
• Cazaly's Stadium 2.6 km
• Flecker Botanic Gardens 3.7 km

Essential information about Travellers Paradise

When to book a room at travellers paradise, top tips for your stay at travellers paradise.

• If you’re after a cheap room at Travellers Paradise, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in March and September.
• Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Travellers Paradise, plan to stay on a Sunday or Tuesday. The most expensive day is usually Wednesday.
• The cheapest price a room at Travellers Paradise was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $137, while the most expensive was $137.
• How long should you stay at Travellers Paradise? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.

FAQs when booking at Travellers Paradise

Where is travellers paradise located.

Travellers Paradise is located at 187 Bunda Street in Parramatta Park, 0.4 km from the centre of Cairns. Cairns Central Shopping Centre is the closest landmark to Travellers Paradise.

When is check-in time and check-out time at Travellers Paradise?

Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 10:00 at Travellers Paradise.

Does Travellers Paradise offer free Wi-Fi?

Yes, Travellers Paradise offers free Wi-Fi.

Does Travellers Paradise offer free parking?

Yes, Travellers Paradise offers free parking.

How far is Travellers Paradise from the airport?

Travellers Paradise is 4.7 km from Cairns. Travellers Paradise is 125.9 km from Bloomfield.

Does Travellers Paradise have a pool?

Yes, Travellers Paradise has a pool on-site.

How does KAYAK find such great Travellers Paradise hotel deals?

KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Travellers Paradise in Cairns and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Travellers Paradise and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Travellers Paradise.

Nearby hotels and places to stay

Most recommended, good to know.

• Português (Brasil)
• Oceania Hotels
• Australia Hotels
• Cairns Hotels

Travellers Paradise

Free Cancellation Book more than 2 days in advance for Free Cancellation.

• House Rules

Property Description

Reviews & ratings.

• Security 10
• Location 9.3
• Atmosphere 10
• Cleanliness 9.3
• Value for Money 9.3
• Facilities 8.7

Check Availability

Sustainability level 1, latest reviews.

• Linen Included
• Free Parking
• Free City Maps
• Towels Included
• Free Internet Access
• Swimming Pool
• Common Room
• Bicycle Parking
• Breakfast Not Included
• Air Conditioning
• Book Exchange
• Hot Showers
• Self-Catering Facilities
• Fridge/Freezer
• Outdoor Terrace
• Outdoor Swimming Pool
• Hair Dryers
• Ceiling fan
• Iron / Ironing Board
• Safe Deposit Box
• Card Phones
• Washing Machine
• Internet access
• Laundry Facilities
• Airport Transfers
• Luggage Storage
• Tours/Travel Desk
• Housekeeping
• Late check-out
• Reception (limited hours)

Food & Drink

• Tea & Coffee Making Facilities

Entertainment

More hotels in cairns.

Excellent experience among other like minded guests in a stress free environment of a lovely garden setting.

Gary from Brisbane, Australia 19 September 2019

Love the service, friendliness and overall personalized support with attention to detail. Hands on owner, Peter has always ensured an enjoyable stay. Not a beach location, but certainly walking distance. Next door to Cairns Central Shopping mall gives you all you need. Always friendly well mannered guests, no drunken parties, no alcohol, how awesome.I always come back to Geckos for a pleasant comfortable stay and a good night's rest. Thanks Peter, you're the best.

Ulrike from Cape Town, South Africa 21 June 2019

Very good. Peter is very helpful and friendly

Emma from Cairns, Australia 03 April 2019

Very quiet place to stay. Peter was very helpful. It’s a good hostel if you want very very relaxed vibes.

Harley from Cairns, Australia 11 November 2018

I stayed here for 5 nights, the staff were knowledgeable and helpful, the close proximity to town was a bonus with easy access to transport and shops ( Coles supermarket is excellent ). I also liked the short walk to the water front area where the massive free swimming pool is, a great meeting place. I will be back to Gecko`s at some stage.

Miles from Tauranga, New Zealand 13 June 2018

Truely a gem! Peter runs an outstanding budget travellers' sanctuary; and as others have experienced, he goes above and beyond with his kindness and helpfulness up to a level of service that is very rare indeed! The no alcohol policy here works well at keeping the idiots at bay, making for an exceptionally peaceful and relaxing place to stay! It is no surprise that I am a returning guest.

Tim from Tablelands, Australia 25 April 2018

Although my room name was 'shared bathroom', I could take a shower anytime I want. '24h free cofee or tea' and 'free internet' were very helpful for me.

Kimiko from Fujisawa, Japan 13 January 2018

Peter the owner is very helpful and accomodating of our needs. The rooms are clean and attractive, the beds comfortable. We've become returning customers :-)

John from Kimberley, Australia 01 November 2017

Geckos is for the discerning backpacker. Peter, the host is always friendly and goes out of his way to help. Always ready with a smile and a cheerful greeting. He ensures the place is always clean. The place is light and airy, painted with beautiful soft pastel colours. The wooden floors are a treat. Geckos is conveniently opposite the Cairns Central Mall, but out of the city noise. Also still within easy walking distance to the Esplanade and Rusty's market. The single room has a bar fridge and very comfy quality matress, ensuring a good night sleep. Bathrooms are always clean with no lack of hot water. The no alcohol policy ensures a friendly, cheerful environment with a guaranteed good nights rest. Children are also welcome. I can highly recommend Geckos and always stay here when I am in Cairns . It is a home from home.

Ulrike from Cairns, Australia 28 November 2016

Clean and quiet.

Anja from Cairns, Australia 23 October 2016

Relaxed and great place to stay in the centre.

Vincent from Cairns, Australia 07 April 2016

Nice and quiet place, well situated. Information available on what to do. Washing machine on site. Possibility to leave luggage for the day. Liked it!

Valerie from Quebec, Canada 25 March 2016

Nice airy hostel . Comfy beds. Good advice on reef tours

Susie from Sydney, Australia 16 August 2015

Geckos is a great place to stay the staff are helpful and friendly and it is quiet so great if you want to sleep. Walking distance to all the things you need.

Joshua from Cairns, Australia 04 March 2015

The stay at Geckos was quiet and friendly, the guests and the Host were very friendly. Thanks

Felix from Zurich, Switzerland 05 February 2015

Fantastic place to stay. The concept of no alcohol makes it very liveable. Very chilled out, friendly atmosphere. The only thing that could be changed is just better fans, not much air circulation through the shared room

Ryl from Townsville, Australia 04 February 2015

Really nice hostel , quiet, fantastic staff and servicr.

Jakob from Vejle, Denmark 27 January 2015

awesome backpacker!!

Eric from Taichung, Taiwan 29 December 2014

Comfortable, clean and quiet hostel and still close to the city center. Excellent service. Thanks!

Marcel from Cairns, Australia 23 December 2014

I purposely picked a hostel out of the centre and with no alcohol policy to avoid the party scene and gecko's was a great pick! Beautiful house and spot on for travellers who want quality and peace and comfort for a lower price. So, it is not a boutique hotel, with ensuite bathrooms, but the shared bathroom is spick and span, beds are very comfy and towels, soap etc provided. Peter made i was informed of the after hours procedure and it went all smoothly. Brilliantly close to the supermarket.

Dorothy from Cairns, Australia 01 November 2014

A lovely, quaint & simple, clean, converted old Queenslander. The most serene spot for a quiet overnight stay, opposite the rail station - Thankfully not a drinking youth hostel :) Perfectly quiet even (except for one incidence of inconsiderate youth in neighbouring lodgings behind but I guess there's no control over random events) and a glorious bird morning awakening. Easy communication with Peter and key kindly left out as we arrived lateish at night. Helpful assistant greeted us too. We didn't use the pool or kitchen facilities as our stay was so brief, but found the double private room good value for the budget. Note cash only.

Sufiyo from Mullumbimby, Australia 25 October 2014

Very comfortable and chilled. A delight to find a hostel devoid of bunks! No deposits for bowls, cutlery etc. You actually feel like a trusted adult rather than a 'backpacker'.

Laura from Cairns, Australia 22 October 2014

Great, I like every night there

Shane from Darien, Australia 04 October 2014

Gecko's backpackers is a great hostel for a busy traveller wanting a decent nights sleep. The place is always very clean and tidy, showers and kitchen area very good. Peter is always happy to help, good location with just a short walk from the centre of Cairns .

Phil from Cairns, Australia 24 September 2014

Great experience, great hostel , great price.

Boris from Santiago, Chile 30 August 2014

Very good location.

Christian from Bavaria, Germany 30 August 2014

My stay at gecko's backpackers was thoroughly enjoyable, it was quiet, peaceful and the people were lovely. Peter is a great host. I would definitely stay at gecko's again when I next visit Cairns .

Thomas from Cairns, Australia 18 August 2014

This is a great hostel - really clean, comfy beds, and very helpful staff. Free wifi, although unfortunately this was extremely slow, but this was the only problem we had - otherwise had a great stay here.

Gemma from Cairns, Australia 06 August 2014

Very relaxing and easy

Acacia from Cairns, Australia 02 August 2014

Staff is knowledgeable, helpful and provides very useful information. I especially like the cleanliness and the kitchen facilities. Feels like home away from home.

Yeckwah from Singapore, Singapore 31 July 2014

Thanks Pete had a great time and really liked Cairns and the

Glenn from Cairns, Australia 12 June 2014

Would come again. Enjoyed the not party hostel .

Franziska from Berlin, Germany 05 June 2014

Great backpack!! I really enjoy staying there!

Gwenola from Bourg En Bresse, France 07 May 2014

Very good place to stay.

Yi-Tai from Scone, Australia 28 April 2014

Nice quiet place to stay and close to all the important services and attractions. Peter is very helpful to improve your stay and direct you to good deals.

Bob from Halifax, Canada 16 April 2014

I had a good time at geckos. Everything is clean, you have free wifi and it�s perfect to relax!!!!!

Markus from Munich, Germany 26 March 2014

Location. Location. Location. Clean, friendly, knowledgeable, effective, thorough

Felicity from Cairns, Australia 26 January 2023

Clean and well function. Good room with new refrigerator. Toilets very good and clean. Location is good near the shopping center.

Lotta from Cairns, Australia 10 November 2022

Manager takes pride in the upkeep, clean, quiet, excellent location, overall I had a pleasant stay, Highly recommend.

Ashley from Canberra, Australia 25 August 2022

There is so much good things to say about this place. A backpackers which is loved and shows. Secure, clean and such a great bunch of people who visit. Interesting and from everywhere. Great to meet local Aussies in a city so interesting.

Maria from Canberra, Australia 22 April 2022

Quiet, great pool , spotlessly clean -- louvre windows sparkling and floors highly polished. Gardens were lovely. Thank you for the welcome Peter.

Lynn from Innisfail, Australia 27 October 2021

Comfortable accommodation in a central location. Friendly staff and good facilities.

Lisa from Jingili, Australia 09 February 2021

We had a very comfortable and clean stay at Geckos in Cairns . All the main bars and restaurants are in within a short walking distance and the hostel itself was very relaxing and quiet. Would definitely stay here again!

Gavin from Cairns, Australia 06 October 2019

It was a really familiar and relaxing atmosphere. I really enjoyed the Time there.

Maya from Cologne, Australia 25 January 2016

Great place, good value for money.

Tina from Cairns, Australia 16 August 2015

• Compare Prices

Description

• Australia & Oceania
• Travellers Paradise

Travellers Paradise, Cairns

How to book....

Travellers Paradise is listed at the following booking sites:

We just compared for you all availability and prices!

So get the best deal, save money and travel longer.

How is Travellers Paradise rated?

Travellers paradise reviews.

• Community Reviews

Gecko’s backpackers is a historical large building, located in the heart of Cairns; It’s is a heritage listed building with big rooms and hi ceilings. Gecko’s is a very quiet and relaxing resort for backpackers. We have spacious indoors and outdoors areas, crystal clear water pool, gardens and mango trees around. Great resting place for planning tours, no bunk beds; all city attractions within walking distance - 1km to Cairns city center- Coles supermarket and Cairns Central Shopping Centre next door. Discounted tours for all customers, free airport or bus pickup, free internet, free tea & coffee 24h. A free backpacker meal at Gilligans nightly.Large kitchen, laundry facilities available! Excellent backpackers atmosphere. By the way this is not a party hostel so you’ll be able to have a good and safe rest that’s why we are proudly a quiet hostel, thanks for your support.

Location and Contact

187 Bunda Street,Parramatta Park, right opposite Cairns Central railway station, 1km from the city centre.

Address : 187 Bunda Street, Cairns Central , Parramatta Park, Cairns , Queensland , Australia

Distance to city center: 0.49 km

Travellers Paradise is listed on the following booking sites:

Facilities and amenities.

Digital Nomads

Family-Friendly Hostel

Older travelers (+50)

Solo Traveller

Lockers in Lobby

Luggage Storage

Safe Deposit Box

Wi-Fi in Lobby/Commons

Wi-Fi in Rooms

Airport Pickup (5.00)

24 Hour Security

Air Conditioning

Book Collection/Exchange

Clothes Dryer

Concierge/Info Desk

Entirely Non-Smoking

Hair Dryers

Hot Showers

Lounge Area

Movie Library/Rental

No Bunkbeds

Power Point/Sockets in Rooms

Swimming Pool

Wheelchair Accessible

Credit Card Payments

Lockers in Rooms

Pet-Friendly

Service Animals

Genders: Males & Females

Max. Age: All Ages

Min. Age with Parent (dorms): All Ages

Min. Age with Parent (private room): All Ages

Min. Age without Parent: 18

Checkout: 10:00 (10 AM)

Curfew: No Curfew

Lockout: No

Maximum Stay: Unlimited

Minimum Stay: as long as needed

Open Dates: All Year

Reception Hours: 7.30am to 12pm, 3.30pm to 7pm

Size: Medium (30-60 beds)

Get access to exclusive hostel content

Create your Free Account

Awards & Features

10 hostels in cairns with private rooms, similar places you might like, rate travellers paradise.

Have you stayed at this accommodation? Help your Hostelz Community by leaving a detailed review.

Create your free account to keep track of your hostel portfolio.

Did not find the hostel you are looking for?

Unlock your Hostel Account to Freedom!

Sign up with Hostelz.com and get access to exclusive hostel content and much more.

Sharing Cookies with Hostelz.com 🍪

We use cookies to make your online journey better. They help us to improve Hostelz for you, ensuring your digital journey is as epic as your real one.

Save to a list

Create a list.

Don't have an account yet? Sign Up

Advertisement

Supported by

Critic’s Pick

‘Civil War’ Review: We Have Met the Enemy and It Is Us. Again.

In Alex Garland’s tough new movie, a group of journalists led by Kirsten Dunst, as a photographer, travels a United States at war with itself.

• Share full article

‘Civil War’ | Anatomy of a Scene

The writer and director alex garland narrates a sequence from his film..

“My name is Alex Garland and I’m the writer director of ‘Civil War’. So this particular clip is roughly around the halfway point of the movie and it’s these four journalists and they’re trying to get, in a very circuitous route, from New York to DC, and encountering various obstacles on the way. And this is one of those obstacles. What they find themselves stuck in is a battle between two snipers. And they are close to one of the snipers and the other sniper is somewhere unseen, but presumably in a large house that sits over a field and a hill. It’s a surrealist exchange and it’s surrounded by some very surrealist imagery, which is they’re, in broad daylight in broad sunshine, there’s no indication that we’re anywhere near winter in the filming. In fact, you can kind of tell it’s summer. But they’re surrounded by Christmas decorations. And in some ways, the Christmas decorations speak of a country, which is in disrepair, however silly it sounds. If you haven’t put away your Christmas decorations, clearly something isn’t going right.” “What’s going on?” “Someone in that house, they’re stuck. We’re stuck.” “And there’s a bit of imagery. It felt like it hit the right note. But the interesting thing about that imagery was that it was not production designed. We didn’t create it. We actually literally found it. We were driving along and we saw all of these Christmas decorations, basically exactly as they are in the film. They were about 100 yards away, just piled up by the side of the road. And it turned out, it was a guy who’d put on a winter wonderland festival. People had not dug his winter wonderland festival, and he’d gone bankrupt. And he had decided just to leave everything just strewn around on a farmer’s field, who was then absolutely furious. So in a way, there’s a loose parallel, which is the same implication that exists within the film exists within real life.” “You don’t understand a word I say. Yo. What’s over there in that house?” “Someone shooting.” “It’s to do with the fact that when things get extreme, the reasons why things got extreme no longer become relevant and the knife edge of the problem is all that really remains relevant. So it doesn’t actually matter, as it were, in this context, what side they’re fighting for or what the other person’s fighting for. It’s just reduced to a survival.”

By Manohla Dargis

A blunt, gut-twisting work of speculative fiction, “Civil War” opens with the United States at war with itself — literally, not just rhetorically. In Washington, D.C., the president is holed up in the White House; in a spookily depopulated New York, desperate people wait for water rations. It’s the near-future, and rooftop snipers, suicide bombers and wild-eyed randos are in the fight while an opposition faction with a two-star flag called the Western Forces, comprising Texas and California — as I said, this is speculative fiction — is leading the charge against what remains of the federal government. If you’re feeling triggered, you aren’t alone.

It’s mourning again in America, and it’s mesmerizingly, horribly gripping. Filled with bullets, consuming fires and terrific actors like Kirsten Dunst running for cover, the movie is a what-if nightmare stoked by memories of Jan. 6. As in what if the visions of some rioters had been realized, what if the nation was again broken by Civil War, what if the democratic experiment called America had come undone? If that sounds harrowing, you’re right. It’s one thing when a movie taps into childish fears with monsters under the bed; you’re eager to see what happens because you know how it will end (until the sequel). Adult fears are another matter.

In “Civil War,” the British filmmaker Alex Garland explores the unbearable if not the unthinkable, something he likes to do. A pop cultural savant, he made a splashy zeitgeist-ready debut with his 1996 best seller “The Beach,” a novel about a paradise that proves deadly, an evergreen metaphor for life and the basis for a silly film . That things in the world are not what they seem, and are often far worse, is a theme that Garland has continued pursuing in other dark fantasies, first as a screenwriter (“ 28 Days Later ”), and then as a writer-director (“ Ex Machina ”). His résumé is populated with zombies, clones and aliens, though reliably it is his outwardly ordinary characters you need to keep a closer watch on.

By the time “Civil War” opens, the fight has been raging for an undisclosed period yet long enough to have hollowed out cities and people’s faces alike. It’s unclear as to why the war started or who fired the first shot. Garland does scatter some hints; in one ugly scene, a militia type played by a jolting, scarily effective Jesse Plemons asks captives “what kind of American” they are. Yet whatever divisions preceded the conflict are left to your imagination, at least partly because Garland assumes you’ve been paying attention to recent events. Instead, he presents an outwardly and largely post-ideological landscape in which debates over policies, politics and American exceptionalism have been rendered moot by war.

‘Civil War’ Is Designed to Disturb You

One thing that remains familiar amid these ruins is the movie’s old-fashioned faith in journalism. Dunst, who’s sensational, plays Lee, a war photographer who works for Reuters alongside her friend, a reporter, Joel (the charismatic Wagner Moura). They’re in New York when you meet them, milling through a crowd anxiously waiting for water rations next to a protected tanker. It’s a fraught scene; the restless crowd is edging into mob panic, and Lee, camera in hand, is on high alert. As Garland’s own camera and Joel skitter about, Lee carves a path through the chaos, as if she knows exactly where she needs to be — and then a bomb goes off. By the time it does, an aspiring photojournalist, Jessie (Cailee Spaeny), is also in the mix.

The streamlined, insistently intimate story takes shape once Lee, Joel, Jessie and a veteran reporter, Sammy (Stephen McKinley Henderson), pile into a van and head to Washington. Joel and Lee are hoping to interview the president (Nick Offerman), and Sammy and Jessie are riding along largely so that Garland can make the trip more interesting. Sammy serves as a stabilizing force (Henderson fills the van with humanizing warmth), while Jessie plays the eager upstart Lee takes under her resentful wing. It’s a tidily balanced sampling that the actors, with Garland’s banter and via some cozy downtime, turn into flesh-and-blood personalities, people whose vulnerability feeds the escalating tension with each mile.

As the miles and hours pass, Garland adds diversions and hurdles, including a pair of playful colleagues, Tony and Bohai (Nelson Lee and Evan Lai), and some spooky dudes guarding a gas station. Garland shrewdly exploits the tense emptiness of the land, turning strangers into potential threats and pretty country roads into ominously ambiguous byways. Smartly, he also recurrently focuses on Lee’s face, a heartbreakingly hard mask that Dunst lets slip brilliantly. As the journey continues, Garland further sketches in the bigger picture — the dollar is near-worthless, the F.B.I. is gone — but for the most part, he focuses on his travelers and the engulfing violence, the smoke and the tracer fire that they often don’t notice until they do.

Despite some much-needed lulls (for you, for the narrative rhythm), “Civil War” is unremittingly brutal or at least it feels that way. Many contemporary thrillers are far more overtly gruesome than this one, partly because violence is one way unimaginative directors can put a distinctive spin on otherwise interchangeable material: Cue the artful fountains of arterial spray. Part of what makes the carnage here feel incessant and palpably realistic is that Garland, whose visual approach is generally unfussy, doesn’t embellish the violence, turning it into an ornament of his virtuosity. Instead, the violence is direct, at times shockingly casual and unsettling, so much so that its unpleasantness almost comes as a surprise.

If the violence feels more intense than in a typical genre shoot ’em up, it’s also because, I think, with “Civil War,” Garland has made the movie that’s long been workshopped in American political discourse and in mass culture, and which entered wider circulation on Jan. 6. The raw power of Garland’s vision unquestionably owes much to the vivid scenes that beamed across the world that day when rioters, some wearing T-shirts emblazoned with “ MAGA civil war ,” swarmed the Capitol. Even so, watching this movie, I also flashed on other times in which Americans have relitigated the Civil War directly and not, on the screen and in the streets.

Movies have played a role in that relitigation for more than a century, at times grotesquely. Two of the most famous films in history — D.W. Griffith’s 1915 racist epic “The Birth of a Nation” (which became a Ku Klux Klan recruitment tool) and the romantic 1939 melodrama “Gone With the Wind” — are monuments to white supremacy and the myth of the Southern Lost Cause. Both were critical and popular hits. In the decades since, filmmakers have returned to the Civil War era to tell other stories in films like “Glory,” “Lincoln” and “Django Unchained” that in addressing the American past inevitably engage with its present.

There are no lofty or reassuring speeches in “Civil War,” and the movie doesn’t speak to the better angels of our nature the way so many films try to. Hollywood’s longstanding, deeply American imperative for happy endings maintains an iron grip on movies, even in ostensibly independent productions. There’s no such possibility for that in “Civil War.” The very premise of Garland’s movie means that — no matter what happens when or if Lee and the rest reach Washington — a happy ending is impossible, which makes this very tough going. Rarely have I seen a movie that made me so acutely uncomfortable or watched an actor’s face that, like Dunst’s, expressed a nation’s soul-sickness so vividly that it felt like an X-ray.

Civil War Rated R for war violence and mass death. Running time: 1 hour 49 minutes. In theaters.

Manohla Dargis is the chief film critic for The Times. More about Manohla Dargis

Explore More in TV and Movies

Not sure what to watch next we can help..

Even before his new film “Civil War” was released, the writer-director Alex Garland faced controversy over his vision of a divided America with Texas and California as allies .

Theda Hammel’s directorial debut, “Stress Positions,” a comedy about millennials weathering the early days of the pandemic , will ask audiences to return to a time that many people would rather forget.

“Fallout,” TV’s latest big-ticket video game adaptation, takes a satirical, self-aware approach to the End Times .

“Sasquatch Sunset” follows the creatures as they go about their lives. We had so many questions. The film’s cast and crew had answers .

If you are overwhelmed by the endless options, don’t despair — we put together the best offerings   on Netflix , Max , Disney+ , Amazon Prime  and Hulu  to make choosing your next binge a little easier.

Sign up for our Watching newsletter  to get recommendations on the best films and TV shows to stream and watch, delivered to your inbox.