Gilligan'S Hotel & Resort Cairns, Cairns

I had a really great experience at the hotel. The rooms were really clean and comfortable, and the overall stay was fantastic. However, the room smelt musty and I had to ask reception to adjust the air conditioning as I couldn't open a window. The service was amazing, especially a big shout out to all the bar staff, especially Kayla who went above and beyond for customers. The location was awesome, within walking distance to the marina, and I met lots of young people. The dining was appreciated but could be better with more variety. Overall, it's a great spot with friendly staff and good deals on food and drinks.

I ended up leaving a day early due to the noisy environment with boys who lacked cleanliness, causing my clothes to smell damp and affecting my breathing. The room felt a bit musty, and I couldn't control the air con or open a window, especially with the bar on the other side of the building.

I must say, this hostel had some highs and lows. On one hand, the rooms were very big and had their own single bed, which was great. But on the downside, the rooms smelt musty and needing some fresh air but couldn't open a window. The air conditioning settings had to be adjusted through reception. Overall, a mixed bag!

The hostel offers a much nicer experience compared to many others, with en-suite rooms featuring balconies. However, the noise from the nightclub can be disturbing and the rooms have a humidity smell. The location is fantastic for partying but might lack adequate seating. The dining options are basic but sufficient for a quick meal.

The hotel had real clean rooms and excellent air conditioning but was poorly designed and awkward to access, with ongoing works causing noise both inside the building and on the street. The service was very helpful and accommodating, although some staff members appeared grumpy at times. The location was awesome and very central, offering convenient access to shops, restaurants, and docks for GBR excursions. The dining options were satisfactory, with plain tasting pizzas and typical hostel-standard meals.