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Little Drifter Cairns
Little Drifter Cairns
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$311/7 Shields Street, Cairns, 4870, Australia
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1/5
Free wifi
Air conditioning
Tour desk
Terrace
Non-smoking rooms
Little Drifter Cairns is a 2-star hotel in Cairns, Queensland, Australia. It's tucked away at 1/7 Shields Street, about 0.7mi from the Cairns city center.
Amenities include free WiFi, streaming service (like Netflix), air conditioning, tour desk, terrace, non-smoking rooms, and free toiletries. Prices start from $31.
With 281 reviews, this Cairns option offers a budget-friendly base for travelers seeking convenient access to the city.
Sleep options span from a Queen Room, which accommodates 2 adults and 1 child, to a Room with Bunk Bed that can house up to 10 adults and 6 children, and on the family side, a Premium Family arrangement that accommodates up to 8 adults and 4 children. This mix showcases a spectrum from private retreats to big-group spaces, ready to fit solo travelers, couples, and crews alike.
Common areas invite social energy—step onto the terrace for sunset lounging, stay connected with free WiFi and Netflix-like streaming, and enjoy the comfort of air conditioning. A tour desk is ready to help line up local adventures, while non-smoking rooms and handy free toiletries keep things simple and comfortable after a day of exploring Cairns.
Payments are accepted by Mastercard, Visa, and American Express, with cash not accepted. It’s a budget-friendly hub that makes it easy to plan adventures around Cairns while keeping relaxation within easy reach.
Closest airports
Cairns International Airport
2.9miMost popular amenities
Free wifi
Air conditioning
Tour desk
Terrace
Non-smoking rooms
Rooms
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Queen Room
1 Queen Size Bed
Free wifi
Flat-screen TV
Air conditioning
Shower
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The double room provides air conditioning, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.
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Room, 8 Beds
8 Beds
Air conditioning
Shower
x8
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The family room features air conditioning, as well as a shared bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 4 beds.
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Room, 8 Beds, Female Only
8 Beds
Air conditioning
Shower
x8
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The dormitory room provides air conditioning, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 8 beds.
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Room, 6 Beds
6 Beds
Air conditioning
Shower
x6
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The family room provides air conditioning, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 3 beds.
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Room, 4 Beds
4 Beds
Free wifi
Air conditioning
Shower
x4
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The quadruple room offers air conditioning, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 4 beds.
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Room, 6 Beds, Female Only
6 Beds
Air conditioning
Shower
x6
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The dormitory room provides air conditioning, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 6 beds.
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Room, 4 Beds, Female Only
4 Beds
Air conditioning
Shower
x4
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The dormitory room features air conditioning, as well as a shared bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 4 beds.
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Superior Room, King Bed, Shared Bathroom
1 King Size Bed
Flat-screen TV
Air conditioning
Shower
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This air-conditioned double room includes a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a shared bathroom. The unit offers 1 bed.
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Room, 2 Twin Beds, Shared Bathroom
2 Twin Beds
Air conditioning
Shower
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The twin room features air conditioning, as well as a shared bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 2 beds.
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King Room, Shared Bathroom
1 King Size Bed
Air conditioning
Shower
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The double room provides air conditioning, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.
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Family Room, Shared Bathroom
Air conditioning
Shower
x4
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The family room offers air conditioning, as well as a shared bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 3 beds.
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Room, Shared Bathroom
Air conditioning
Shower
x3
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This bed in dormitory has air conditioning.
Please note guests under 18 and over 35 years of age cannot be accommodated in this room type.
Guest reviews
8.2
281 reviewsCategories of assessments
Cleanliness
Comfort
Location
Facilities
Staff
Value for money
WiFi quality
Points of Interest Around Little Drifter Cairns
Attractions
Michaelmas Cay
0.2miCairns Esplanade Lagoon
0.2miGreen Island
0.2miGreat Barrier Reef
0.2miRusty's Markets
0.2miCairns Aquarium
0.3miCairns Botanic Gardens
2.3miCentenary Lakes
2.3miBarron Gorge National Park
11.4miKuranda
11.7miAustralian Butterfly Sanctuary
11.9miHartley's Crocodile Adventures
14.2miLake Barrine
24.2miAtherton Tablelands
24.2miGranite Gorge Nature Park
29.4miAttractions
Michaelmas Cay
0.2miCairns Esplanade Lagoon
0.2miGreen Island
0.2miGreat Barrier Reef
0.2miRusty's Markets
0.2miCairns Aquarium
0.3miCairns Botanic Gardens
2.3miCentenary Lakes
2.3miBarron Gorge National Park
11.4miKuranda
11.7miAustralian Butterfly Sanctuary
11.9miHartley's Crocodile Adventures
14.2miLake Barrine
24.2miAtherton Tablelands
24.2miGranite Gorge Nature Park
29.4miAirports
Cairns International Airport
2.9miAmenities of Little Drifter Cairns
Free wifi
Air conditioning
Tour desk
Terrace
Non-smoking rooms
Amenities of Little Drifter Cairns
Cleaning Services
Laundry
Common Areas
Shared lounge/TV area
Food & Drink
Vending machine (drinks)
Vending machine (snacks)
Front Desk Services
Baggage storage
Express check-in/out
Tour desk
General
Air conditioning
Designated smoking area
Non-smoking rooms
Smoke-free property
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture
Terrace
Stay rules - Little Drifter Cairns
Check-in
From 14:00
Until 23:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
From 07:00
Until 10:00
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Internet
Free internet, connection type: wifi, coverage: entire property.
Age restrictions
Minimum check-in age is 18. Minimum guest age is 0.
Parking
Parking may not be available
Reservations
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Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cards accepted at this property
American Express,
Visa,
Mastercard
This property does not accept cash.
Check-in / Check-out
Pets
Internet
Age restrictions
Parking
Reservations
Children and beds
Cards accepted at this property
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