Gilligan'S Hotel & Resort Cairns, Cairns ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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57-89 Grafton Street, Cairns, Australia

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“The hotel location is perfect for accessing the vibrant nightlife and is just a short walk to the harbor for Great Barrier Reef tours.”view full review

Gilligan'S Hotel & Resort Cairns is the number one play and stay destination in the heart of Cairns, featuring a large resort pool, several bars, and two nightclubs. This dynamic resort offers a variety of accommodations catering to both backpackers and travelers seeking comfort.

Rooms & Amenities

Gilligan'S Hotel & Resort Cairns provides a mix of dormitory-style and private ensuite rooms, accommodating guests looking for budget-friendly options as well as those seeking more privacy. Each room includes air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, and access to shared kitchen and lounge areas on every floor.

Dining & Entertainment

On-site dining includes Gilligan's Kitchen, which serves a variety of pub-style meals and snacks. Guests can enjoy drinks at various bars, with weekly events and specials adding to the vibrant atmosphere.

Leisure & Activities

Gilligan'S Hotel & Resort features a large swimming pool ideal for relaxation, along with a fitness center for guest convenience. Nightly activities include live DJs and thematic parties, ensuring a lively entertainment experience.

Location & Transportation

Conveniently located within walking distance of Cairns Central Shopping Centre and city's popular attractions like Rusty's Markets and Cairns Night Markets, Gilligan'S Hotel & Resort Cairns is easily accessible via local buses. The nearby AJ Hackett bungee tower also offers thrilling adventure opportunities.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Single Bed 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room Private Bathroom

2 persons

20 m²

1 Bunk bed

Shower

Balcony

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Single Bed Standard 8 Bed Mixed Ensuite Dormitory Clubside

2 persons

20 m²

1 Bunk bed

Shower

Balcony

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Single Bed 4 Bed Deluxe Ensuite Mixed Dormitory

2 persons

20 m²

1 Single bed

Shower

Balcony

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Single Bed 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Private Bathroom

2 persons

20 m²

1 Bunk bed

Shower

Balcony

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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Clean & Comfortable

“The ensuite shower in my dorm was a fantastic feature, providing privacy and cleanliness every day.” view full review

Poolside Bliss

“I loved lounging by the pool; it was pristine, and the DJ added a lively vibe to the atmosphere.” view full review

Convenient Kitchen

“Having a kitchen on each floor was incredibly handy; it kept things serene and easy for a late-night snack.” view full review

Social Vibes

“The communal areas were really well maintained, making it easy to meet new friends and enjoy social events together.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Adults only
Luggage storage
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Cycling
Billiard tables

Guest Parking

Shared kitchen
Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Happy hour

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Sun loungers
Live entertainment
Night club
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Air conditioning
Sitting area
Patio
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Self-catering

Shared kitchen
Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

57-89 Grafton Street, Cairns, Australia

Map view

57-89 Grafton Street, Cairns, Australia

City landmarks

Landmark

Green Island

630 m

Zoo

Cairns ZOOM and Wildlife Dome

690 m

Aquarium

Cairns Aquarium

810 m

Park

Muddy's Playground

1.4 km

Park

Munro Martin Parklands

740 m

Public Building

Cairns Regional Council

1.0 km

Church

St Monica's Cathedral

1.0 km

Landmark

Cairns Marlin Marina

700 m

Landmark

Michaelmas Cay

770 m

Landmark

Cairns Showgrounds

1.6 km

Nearby

71/73-75 Esplanade

Cairns Night Markets

560 m

Market

Rusty's Markets

310 m

Museum

The Cairns Museum

250 m

Gallery

Cairns Regional Gallery

440 m

Library

Cairns City Library

590 m

52-54 The Esplanade

Cairns Cenotaph

450 m

The Esplanade

1876 Landing Party

480 m

Gallery

Samurai Gallery Australia

240 m

1/47 Shields St

Bones and Jones

150 m

Gallery

KickArts Contemporary Arts

220 m

Shop 4

Underart Gallery

260 m

Gallery

Doongal Aboriginal Art Gallery Cairns

410 m

Gallery

Michael Seebeck Gallery

500 m

58 Lake St Suite 3-4

Foot and Body Massage

230 m

Wooroonooran Bartle Frere

Josephine Falls

350 m

Shopping Area

Orchid Plaza

230 m

Shopping Area

T Galleria by DFS

340 m

Park

Anzac Park

650 m

Shopping Area

Oceana Walk Arcade

70 m

Main Street Arcade

Reef Teach

130 m

Restaurants

Annee's Caphe Sua Da

0 m

57-89 Grafton St Shop 14

Cruze Coffee

100 m

105 Grafton St

Rusty's Market

330 m

Grafton St

Jenny's Chinese Kitchen

270 m

82 Grafton St

Waffle On Cairns

230 m

64 Shields St

The Crown Hotel

110 m

Corner Grafton and Shields Street 35 Shields St

Hides Coffee Cafe

280 m

87-91 Lake St

Getting around

City Centre

Cairns8 min · 600 m

Airports

Cairns International Airport (CNS)11 min · 7.0 km

Train

Cairns Central Station5 min · 400 m

Bus

Bus stop2 min · 100 m

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:00-23:59

Check-out

until 10 am

Guest Parking

Public parking is possible at a location nearby at AUD 12 per day.

Internet

is available in 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.

Languages

English, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Catalan, Japanese, Korean, Irish

Year renovated:

2010

Number of floors:

Number of rooms:

112

Former name

gilligans backpacker hotel and resort

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Gilligan'S Hotel & Resort Cairns, Cairns

About the Hotel

Rooms & Amenities

Dining & Entertainment

Leisure & Activities

Location & Transportation

Select your room type

Price and Room Availability Calendar

Facilities

General

Sports & Fitness

Guest Parking

Services

Dining

Business

Facilities for people with disabilities

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Self-catering

Media

Room decor

Location

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