Caravella Backpackers

Amazing hostel, great location, clean rooms and a super atmosphere.

I was very lucky to be able to stay here and immediately extended my visit => super friendly staff who take care of everything, a very welcoming and family-like atmosphere, very clean rooms/kitchen, quiet nights, beach promenade opposite, café on site, shops/markets within walking distance... = a fantastic stay!! P.S.: Please note the reception hours!

They were a fantastic place to stay, clean, quiet, easy. Perfect location, right on the esplanade and by Muddy’s cafe which we really enjoyed. 5 min walk to beach volleyball, lagoon (public pool), night markets, and Cairns harbor. Room was air conditioned and they let us do late checkout. Would stay here again!

The staff are great and the service is impressive. The atmosphere of the place feels like a family gathering but not the annoying type. Recommended!

I spent two weeks there and I loved it. The staff is very kind and helpful. Everything is clean and the atmosphere is very friendly. Thanks! 🌞

I did not stay very long (early January 2026) but loved this place. Very comfortable, awesome kind staff (thank you Zénon for your help), friendly relaxed people all around. Wish I could have stayed longer!

The staff and everyone were very friendly, helpful non judgemental. Great location

A friend and I stayed in the female 6 bed dorm room. We loved it! Lovely common spaces, and bonus points for the pool. The location is fab, you feel surrounded by nature which made it super peaceful. Everyone we met who worked and stayed at the hostel was so kind, chatty and approachable. Rooms, bathrooms and kitchens are all cleaned thoroughly every day. Caravella is the perfect base to come home to after busy days exploring Cairns and wider.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Great stay at Carvellas Backpackers! Carvellas Backpackers is a really nice and quiet place, perfect for anyone looking for a comfortable stay. I was with my friend and we stayed in a private room/ toilet. The staff are friendly and always willing to help, which makes a huge difference. What I loved most is that it suits everyone — families, solo travellers, all ages — and you can feel at home whether you're staying short-term or long-term. A relaxed atmosphere, clean spaces, and a sense of community. Highly recommend.

I had a great stay at Caravela Backpackers. It’s a really good place. Very clean, well-maintained, and the service is excellent. The owner and the staff are extremely kind and welcoming. The rooms are spacious, have air-conditioning, and the beds are comfortable. The atmosphere at night is calm and quiet so that you can rest well. It’s in a great location on the main street, close to the shops but still quiet at night. Overall, it’s a wonderful place and I’d definitely stay here again.