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Little Drifter Cairns

Google (626) 4.4
Tripadvisor (10) 3.5
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Visitors praise the hostel's excellent location, modern and clean bathrooms, and pleasant communal spaces, with many highlighting the friendly and helpful staff. However, a common complaint is that rooms can be excessively hot and stuffy, with some guests finding the air conditioning ineffective, making sleep difficult.

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Address
1/7 Shields St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
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Phone
1800 180 288
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Website
thedrifter.com

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About this place Little Drifter Cairns

Little Drifter is a gay-friendly hotel located on Shields Street in Cairns City, offering accommodation for LGBTQ+ travellers visiting Far North Queensland. As part of the Drifter brand, this venue provides a welcoming space for guests looking for inclusive lodging in the area. Cairns City is a vibrant tropical destination known for its natural attractions and warm hospitality. For LGBTQ+ visitors, gay hotels like this one offer a comfortable base where you can feel at ease while exploring the city and the stunning surrounding region, including the nearby Great Barrier Reef. The venue's location on Shields Street places it in an accessible area of the city center, making it convenient for accessing local attractions, dining, and entertainment. Whether you're visiting Cairns for adventure, relaxation, or to connect with the local LGBTQ+ community, this accommodation option provides a safe and welcoming environment. You can visit their website at https://thedrifter.com/cairns/ for more information about room options, amenities, and booking details. The team can assist with planning your stay and offer local knowledge to help make your visit to Cairns memorable.

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Gay-friendly (straight venue) LGBTQ+ Safe space Community oriented Walk-ins welcome Card payments accepted Reservation required WiFi Year-round Gay-friendly (straight venue) Air conditioning

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4.4
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626 reviews

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Francesco Newall
Francesco Newall Jun 2026
★★★★★
Lavinia lavendel
Lavinia lavendel Jun 2026
★★★★★

Thank you for the great stay. The room was very clean and the bathroom too. I felt very comfortable overall.

mike koole
mike koole Jun 2026
★★★★★
Emily
Emily Jun 2026
★★★★★

Such a lovely hostel and super central next to the esplanade, Woolworths and restaurants. Chiara at reception was so friendly when she checked us in, helped us with our suitcases and was always smiling whenever we saw her around. Bathrooms and kitchen were always being cleaned and are so well maintained with how many people are in the hostel.

Lee Phillips
Lee Phillips Jun 2026
★★★★★
Ginanjar Nitimiharjo
Ginanjar Nitimiharjo Jun 2026
★★★★★

Recommended for short or long stay in Cairns!

Marit Mathyssen
Marit Mathyssen Jun 2026
★★★★★

Fantastic hostel! The rooms are modern and comfortable, and the privacy curtains on the beds make a big difference. The staff are super friendly and always helpful. The bathrooms and kitchen are kept clean with regular cleaning throughout the day. The location is perfect, making it easy to explore Cairns and access everything you need. Easily one of the best hostels in Cairns. Highly recommended!

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