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About this property
Comfortable Accommodation: Summer House Cairns in Cairns North offers adults-only accommodation with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and free WiFi. Guests can relax on the sun terrace or in the garden, enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, and utilise the free bicycles. Dining and Leisure: The on-site restaurant serves lunch and dinner, complemented by a bar for evening entertainment. Additional facilities include a lounge, shared kitchen, and outdoor seating areas. Convenient Location: Located 5 km from Cairns Airport, the hostel is near attractions such as Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens (1.9 km) and Cairns Aquarium (2.4 km). Guests appreciate the shuttle service and proximity to local points of interest.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Laundry
- Bar
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Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Veronika
Czech Republic
““I really enjoyed my stay! The atmosphere is great, staff are incredibly kind, welcoming, and always ready to help with anything you need. The common areas, especially around the pool, are perfect for relaxing, and the on-site restaurant with...” - Evan
Australia
“The reception staff were outstanding. Adil and Ale were always welcoming, helpful and genuinely friendly, which made the whole stay feel easy and enjoyable. Their local tips and positive energy really set the tone.” - Julian
Australia
“They have a free shuttle bus to the city centre that is super convenient” - Josh
United Kingdom
“Very clean, bathrooms cleaned multiple times a day, rooms kept in top notch with AC. Really enjoyable stay from all the activities hosted daily, the staff were so helpful and the travel desk at reception was useful. The pool and facilities on site...” - Madden
United Kingdom
“They have a travel guide who will advise and book trips, camper hire, greyhound pass etc, with discounts. The bar has lots of fun activities, Organisation fantastic, regular free transfer to Cairns centre” - Rob
Japan
“Great location. Close to the airport and around AU$20 (in 2025) to get there by taxi. Super friendly and helpful staff.” - Robin
New Zealand
“This is an excellent hostel if you are looking to make friends. The bar area is very open and social and drinks are very cheap ($8 jugs at 4pm), pool table, smoking area, volleyball, lots of cool hangout spots and hammocks. The pool is lovely, I...” - Sara
Italy
“The place is clean, good vibes, everyone is kind The staff is really nice, especially Ale and Carmen at the reception! Love this hostel” - Bigham
Australia
“The outdoor facilities were great and they offered so many services, like the shuttle bus, bikes, etc” - Jake
United Kingdom
“The place is really beautiful. There’s plenty to do and the guests are great. The staff are fantastic especially Luca, he made me feel very welcome to the hostel”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Serpent Bar
- Open forLunch • Dinner
House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.





The fine print
The property offers free shuttle service to other places in the city, excluding airport.
Please note that there is a 1.9% surcharge when paying with a credit or debit card.
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.