The Espy Hostel
Lowest prices per night Hostelworld listed on 11 October 2026; your dates may differ.
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⚡ The vibe, scored by guests
Hostelworld guests' category scores out of 10.
- Atmosphere8.8
- Security9.0
- Cleanliness8.8
- Staff9.5
- Location10.0
- Value9.5
- Facilities8.8
🎁 What you get
- ❄️Air-con
- 🎲Board games
- 🛋️Common room
- 🧳Free luggage storage
- 📶Free Wi-Fi
- 🍳Kitchen
- 😴Late checkout
- 🧺Laundry
- 🔐Lockers
- 🧳Luggage storage
- 🏊Pool
- 🌇Social balcony
- 🗺️Tour desk
📍 Location
83 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD 4780, Cairns, QLD 4780, Cairns · 660 m from the centre
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📋 House rules
- 🔑 Check-in 14:00–23:00
- 👋 Check-out by 10:00
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FAQ
Is The Espy Hostel a party hostel?+
Not by our rule (Hostelworld's Fun & Party list plus party events or a 9.5+ atmosphere score with a bar). Guests score its atmosphere 8.8/10.
How much is a bed at The Espy Hostel?+
Dorm beds from €25 a night, private rooms from €33, the lowest prices Hostelworld listed on 11 October 2026. Prices change by date.
How far is The Espy Hostel from the centre of Cairns?+
660 m from the city centre, at 83 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD 4780, Cairns, QLD 4780.
What are the check-in and check-out times?+
Check-in from 14:00 until 23:00; check-out by 10:00.
Is The Espy Hostel good?+
Hostelworld guests rate it 9.2/10 from 100 reviews, with security 9.0 and cleanliness 8.8; its lowest score is atmosphere (8.8).
From Hostelworld's public listing, read 11 October 2026. AirConnect may earn a commission if you book through our links, at no extra cost to you.