The Jack Backpackers

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Scored 7.2
Rated good

Great location!

8.9

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About this property

Guests enjoy FREE WIFI, NEW Air Cons, FREE Lockers, FREE Netflix available in common lounge area & private ensuite rooms with an on-site bar and restaurant downstairs! Sports are available to watch on the big screens, just ask our lovely bar staff what we have available. There are also pool tables and dart boards available for customer use. We are a live venue and we hold many CONCERTS, just visit our Facebook for more info on who's coming to TOWN! As well as live bands EVERY weekend. Located only 2 minutes from all the major shopping center's, city attractions, nightclubs, and the Lagoon! The Jack is the PERFECT place for travellers wanting to visit the GREAT BARRIER REEF and the DAINTREE RAINFOREST. Our travel desk offers great DISCOUNTS and local knowledge. Please be aware that The Jack Backpackers is a licensed venue. Live entertainment can be heard in the beer garden from 6pm until 2am, mainly on weekends. Reception open hours: 9.00am - 19:00pm If you are planning a late check-in after 19:00 pm. Please call our friendly reception team at your earliest convenience to arrange a late check in. Please also note that The Jack Backpackers is a international hostel and only accepts booking with a valid International passport and credit card will be required upon check-in. Please note that there is a surcharge of minimum 1.50% when paying with Eftpos. The Jack Backpackers is unsuitable for persons under the age of 18. Bookings made by any guests under the age of 18 will not be accepted and will be asked to cancel the booking. The Jack Backpackers is a International Youth Hostel and only accepts bookings with a valid International passport. Credit card will be required upon check-in. All Dorms are exclusively available for International guests. Private rooms are available for non internationals guests. House Rules: Check in at 14:00pm and Check out 11:00am Curfew is a 22:00pm as we need to be respectful towards all our guests that may have tours booked or work the following day. NO NOISE.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Situated in the best rated area in Cairns, this property has an excellent location score of 8.9

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Twin Room
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  • 1 single bed and
  • 1 large double bed
US$197 for 3 nights
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Twin Room
  • 1 single bed and
  • 1 large double bed
242 feet²
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
  • Toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Desk
  • TV
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Hairdryer
  • Fan
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Electric kettle
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Toilet paper
Max adults: 3
US$66 per night
Original price
US$232.10
Late Escape Deal
- US$34.82
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$197.29
US$66 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
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Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
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Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Total cost to cancel
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Single Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
  • 1 bunk bed
295 feet²
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$17 per night
Original price
US$61.06
Late Escape Deal
- US$9.16
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$51.90
US$17 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
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Late Escape Deal
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Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • discount may be available
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$18 per night
Original price
US$64.27
Late Escape Deal
- US$9.64
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$54.63
US$18 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
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15% off
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Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Single Bed in Deluxe 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
We have 5 left
  • 1 bunk bed
413 feet²
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$18 per night
Original price
US$62.76
Late Escape Deal
- US$9.42
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$53.34
US$18 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
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15% off
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Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • discount may be available
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$19 per night
Original price
US$66.06
Late Escape Deal
- US$9.91
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$56.15
US$19 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
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15% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
We have 4 left
  • 1 bunk bed
197 feet²
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$18 per night
Original price
US$62.76
Late Escape Deal
- US$9.42
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$53.34
US$18 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
15% off
15% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • discount may be available
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$19 per night
Original price
US$66.06
Late Escape Deal
- US$9.91
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$56.15
US$19 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
15% off
15% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Single bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
We have 2 left
  • 1 bunk bed
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$18 per night
Original price
US$64.45
Late Escape Deal
- US$9.67
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$54.79
US$18 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
15% off
15% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$19 per night
Original price
US$67.85
Late Escape Deal
- US$10.18
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$57.67
US$19 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
15% off
15% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Single bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
We have 1 left
  • 1 bunk bed
215 feet²
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Free WiFi
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$20 per night
Original price
US$71.24
Late Escape Deal
- US$10.68
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$60.56
US$20 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
15% off
15% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$21 per night
Original price
US$74.99
Late Escape Deal
- US$11.25
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$63.74
US$21 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
15% off
15% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Single Bed in Deluxe 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
  • 1 bunk bed
242 feet²
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Free WiFi
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$20 per night
Original price
US$71.24
Late Escape Deal
- US$10.68
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$60.56
US$20 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
15% off
15% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • discount may be available
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$21 per night
Original price
US$74.99
Late Escape Deal
- US$11.25
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$63.74
US$21 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
15% off
15% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
  • You won't be charged yet

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Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
The Jack
  • Cuisine
    Australian
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Modern
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Gluten-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 19:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 09:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please be aware that The Jack Backpackers is a licensed venue. Live entertainment can be heard in the beer garden from 6pm until 2am, mainly on weekends.

Please also note that The Jack Backpackers is a international Youth Hostel and guests are required to show an International passport and Credit card on arrival for all dorm style rooms booked.

Private rooms are available for non internationals guests with Valid IDs.

All Dorms are exclusively available for International guests.

Please note that there is a surcharge of minimum 1.40% when paying with Eftpos.

Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

House Rules: Curfew 10.00pm,

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Jack Backpackers in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.