Dreamtime Hostel
A much-loved budget hostel near central Cairns at Parramatta Park, rated 4.6 across more than 330 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Dreamtime Hostel sits on Terminus Street at Parramatta Park, near central Cairns and Edge Hill in tropical-north Queensland. A much-loved hostel, it offers relaxed, good-value backpacker accommodation in a handy location — close to the city, the Esplanade and the gateway to the reef and rainforest, the kind of friendly, sociable base that's a favourite with travellers.
The appeal is that combination of affordable, easygoing accommodation, a sociable atmosphere and a convenient Cairns location, ideal for backpackers, budget-conscious travellers and anyone wanting a friendly base for exploring the tropical north. With the city, the Esplanade and reef-and-rainforest tours close by, its blend of value, friendliness and location makes it a popular choice.
With a 4.6 rating from more than 330 reviews, it's clearly delivering for its guests. Room and dorm types, rates, facilities and availability vary with the season and demand, and a popular hostel books out in peak periods, so it's worth checking current details and booking directly well ahead — particularly if you're travelling at a busy time or after a specific room near Cairns.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- 09:00 – 12:00, 17:00 – 18:00
- TuesdayToday
- 09:00 – 12:00, 17:00 – 12:00
- Wednesday
- 17:00 – 18:00
- Thursday
- 09:00 – 12:00, 17:00 – 18:00
- Friday
- 09:00 – 12:00, 17:00 – 18:00
- Saturday
- 09:00 – 12:00, 17:00 – 18:00
- Sunday
- 09:00 – 12:00, 17:00 – 18:00
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 82
- Popularity
- 76
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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