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KOALA BEACH RESORT CAIRNS, Cairns
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About the Hotel
137 Lake Street,
Cairns,
Australia,
Queensland
- Minutes from the Esplanade Lagoon
Very good
7.4
7.5
3.5
Loved by guests
"It was more like an apartment you expect to get when you go self catering."
"Good security with a secure gate and pass code (great when you're travelling alone!)."
"The location was within walking distance of the esplanade and Cairns central."
Koala Beach Resort Cairns - A centrally located hostel with an outdoor pool, shared kitchen, and tour assistance
Koala Beach Resort Cairns, a 3-star hostel in the heart of Cairns Central Business District, offers 29 air-conditioned accommodations with ceiling fans, blackout drapes, and private bathrooms featuring rainfall showerheads. Some rooms include a seating area, tile/marble floors, and kitchenettes equipped with a refrigerator, microwave, and toaster. Guests can prepare meals in the shared communal kitchen or explore nearby dining options like Moku Bar + Grill and Raw Prawn Seafood Restaurant. The property features an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a tour desk for arranging visits to the Great Barrier Reef or Daintree Rainforest. Koala Beach Resort Cairns is a 10-minute walk from Cairns Central Shopping Centre and 12 minutes from Cairns Marlin Marina, with landmarks like St Monica's Cathedral and KickArts Contemporary Arts nearby. A complimentary area shuttle is available for transportation.
Pros
The hostel's central location provides easy access to Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Cairns Marlin Marina.
A complimentary area shuttle simplifies transportation for guests.
The outdoor pool and barbecue grills offer leisure options on-site.
The tour desk assists with excursions to the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest.
Cons
The shared communal kitchen may limit privacy for meal preparation.
No on-site restaurant is available for full-service dining.
Must-do experiences
- Visit the Cairns Night Markets for unique souvenirs and local food.
- Explore the lush rainforest at Kuranda; access via the scenic railway.
- Don't miss the Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park for cultural insights.
- Savor a seafood platter at the Rusty's Markets on a weekend morning.
- Take a day trip to the Great Barrier Reef for unforgettable snorkeling.
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Budget Triple Room
2 persons
20 m²
1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
Shower
Air conditioning
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Budget Double or Twin Room
2 persons
20 m²
1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
Shower
Air conditioning
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One-Bedroom Apartment
2 persons
20 m²
1 King-size bed
Shower
Air conditioning
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Facilities
Enjoy modern comforts, from ocean-view suites to family-friendly options with breakfast included
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wi-Fi
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Luggage storage
- Smoke detectors
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Golf course
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Laundry
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Garden area
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Sitting area
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
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Location
137 Lake Street,
Cairns,
Australia,
Queensland
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137 Lake Street,
Cairns,
Australia,
Queensland
City landmarks
Landmark
Cairns Night Markets
1.0
km
Market
Rusty's Markets
1.0
km
Landmark
Green Island
1.0
km
Gallery
Cairns Regional Gallery
1.0
km
Museum
The Cairns Museum
1.0
km
Aquarium
Cairns Aquarium
790 m
Zoo
Cairns ZOOM and Wildlife Dome
1.0
km
Library
Cairns City Library
1.0
km
Park
Muddy's Playground
1.3
km
Landmark
1876 Landing Party
660 m
Church
St Monica's Cathedral
790 m
Park
Munro Martin Parklands
790 m
Landmark
Michaelmas Cay
1.0
km
Landmark
Cairns Marlin Marina
1.0
km
Public Building
Cairns Regional Council
1.6
km
Landmark
Josephine Falls
1.6
km
Landmark
Cairns Showgrounds
2.2
km
Nearby
Gallery
KickArts Contemporary Arts
220 m
52-54 The Esplanade
Cairns Cenotaph
530 m
Gallery
Samurai Gallery Australia
260 m
Gallery
Michael Seebeck Gallery
270 m
1/47 Shields St
Bones and Jones
360 m
Gallery
Doongal Aboriginal Art Gallery Cairns
490 m
Shop 4
Underart Gallery
480 m
58 Lake St Suite 3-4
Foot and Body Massage
420 m
Green Arrow Walk
230 m
Mall
Coles Cairns Central
340 m
Shopping Area
Orchid Plaza
420 m
Shopping Area
T Galleria by DFS
510 m
151 Abbott Street Corner of Aplin Street
Flying Foxes
140 m
Restaurants
Cairns Burger Cafe
120 m
15 Aplin St
Pachamama by Crystalbrook
140 m
163 Abbott St Level 3
Moku Bar + Grill
190 m
122 Lake St
Tropics Restaurant at Tafe Cairns
200 m
Gatton St
Goong Korean & Japanese Restaurant
220 m
16 Aplin St
Raw Prawn Seafood Restaurant
370 m
101 The Esplanade
Outback Jacks Bar & Grill
240 m
78 Abbott St
Che Zest
250 m
135 Grafton Street
Dundee's at the Cairns Aquarium
250 m
5 Florence St Cairns Aquarium
Fishpoint Cairns
250 m
Aplin Street
Elixir Bar
340 m
92 Abbott St
Matsuri
350 m
61-64 Abbott St
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-17:00
Check-out
from 08:00-10:00
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
is available in public areas for free.
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.
There are no cots provided in a room.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
29
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