Paradise Travellers Rest (previously known as Geckos Backpackers) : PH : 07 40311344

Paradise Travellers Rest (previously known as Geckos Backpackers)

187 Bunda Street Parramatta Park, Cairns Central Cairns Queensland 4870 Australia

PH: 07 40311344 /

Nestled within lush tropical gardens, Travellers Paradise offers charming accommodation in a historic, heritage listed guesthouse in Cairns, just 1.2 km from the Cairns Convention Centre. Guests can enjoy free street parking and convenient access to Cairns Central Shopping Centre, Coles Supermarket, and the train station, all located just across the road. Complimentary unlimited WiFi is also provided.

Some rooms feature soaring ceilings up to 3.8 metres. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning (no coins required) and share designated male and female bathrooms. Guests have access to a 24 hour communal kitchen with free tea and coffee available throughout their stay.

Travellers Paradise boasts a variety of amenities, including a cozy TV room, a small library, a large swimming pool, and unlimited internet access. Laundry facilities are also available for guests' convenience.

The propertys extensive tour desk can assist guests in arranging a variety of adventures, such as reef excursions, rainforest tours, Kuranda scenic railway trips, skydiving, and white water rafting.

Nearby attractions include Event Cinemas, just 400 metres away, and Cairns Regional Gallery, located 1 km from the property. Cairns Airport is a mere 6 km away.

Couples particularly love the location, giving it an impressive rating of 9.4 for two-person stays.

Facilities

General Facilities

Guest Laundry
Hotel Car Park
Safe Deposit Box
Swimming Pool
Tour Desk
Wireless Internet Access
Free WIFI

Additional Facilities

Air Conditioning, Car Parking, Self-catering Facilities, No curfew, Lounge area, 24 hour hot showers, , Cafe, Communal kitchen, Television room

General Information

	Check In : Earliest check-in 2pm to 12am Check Out : Latest Check-out: 10:00am Reception Hours : Earliest check-in: 2:pm Latest Check-out: 10:00am
	Car Parking : -
	Getting There :Paradise Travellers is located behind the Cairns Central Shopping centre, and just a 15 minute walk from the Esplanade. Transport from the airport is by FNQ Shuttle for $15.00 only. [ Put the word 'backpacker' in the discount section to receive a $5.00 discount. ] Please call 0432 488 783 and go to bus bay 6.

Things to Do

Paradise Travellers is located behind the Cairns Central Shopping centre, and just a 15 minute walk from the Esplanade.

Nearby Amenities

Paradise Travellers is close to everything - night life, cinemas, shopping, cafes, bus and train stations, and tour departure points.

Single (shared Bathroom)

Single bed. With air conditioning and a small bar fridge. Shared bathroom with 24 hour hot showers. Communal kitchen and washing machine. Free towel. Free linen. Free use of luggage storage. No curfew. Backpacker meal included.

Maximum Sleep: 1

Room Facilities:

Linen / Bedspread Provided
Luggage Storage
Wireless Internet Access
Communal Bathroom
Air conditioning
Refrigerator- Bar Size

5 Bed Dorm Mixed

Single beds in mixed dorm (No Bunk Beds). Shared bathroom with 24 hour hot showers. Communal kitchen and washing machine. Free towel. Free linen. Free use of luggage storage. No curfew. Free 24 hrs WiFi.

Maximum Sleep: 1

Room Facilities:

Free WIFI
Linen / Bedspread Provided
Luggage Storage
Communal Bathroom
Tea/coffee making
Refrigerator- Bar Size

Deluxe Twin Garden View

Private Room. Backpacker meal included. Self-catering. With air conditioning. Shared bathroom with 24 hour hot showers. Free towel. Free linen. Free use of luggage storage. No curfew.

Maximum Sleep: 2

Room Facilities:

Linen / Bedspread Provided
Luggage Storage
Wireless Internet Access
Communal Bathroom
Air conditioning

Deluxe Double Garden View

Private Room. Backpacker meal included. Self-catering. With air conditioning. Shared bathroom with 24 hour hot showers. Free towel. Free linen. Free use of luggage storage. No curfew.

Maximum Sleep: 2

Room Facilities:

Linen / Bedspread Provided
Luggage Storage
Wireless Internet Access
Communal Bathroom
Air conditioning
Refrigerator- Bar Size

Triple Room

Double bed and a single bed. With air conditioning. Shared bathroom with 24 hour hot showers. Free towel. Free linen. Free use of luggage storage. No curfew.

Maximum Sleep: 3

Room Facilities:

Linen / Bedspread Provided
Luggage Storage
Wireless Internet Access
Communal Bathroom
Air conditioning

Quadruple Singles Room

4 Single beds in Quadruple Singles Room. Shared bathroom with 24 hour hot showers. Communal kitchen and washing machine. Free towel. Free linen. Free use of luggage storage. No curfew. Free 24 hrs WiFi.

Maximum Sleep: 4

Room Facilities:

Free WIFI
Linen / Bedspread Provided
Luggage Storage
Communal Bathroom
Tea/coffee making
Refrigerator- Bar Size

5 Single Beds Room

5 Single beds in room (No Bunk Beds) - book entire room. Shared bathroom with 24 hour hot showers. Communal kitchen and washing machine. Free towel. Free linen. Free use of luggage storage. No curfew. Free 24 hrs WiFi.

Maximum Sleep: 5

Room Facilities:

Free WIFI
Linen / Bedspread Provided
Luggage Storage
Communal Bathroom
Tea/coffee making
Refrigerator- Bar Size

1. Hello looking at booking 3 nights on 6-9/01 but we arrive at airport at 8:10pm. Can we do late check in?

Hello, thank you, yes check in is ok 24/7, kind regards,

2. Do the rooms have fridge and oven

Yes it is great for children.

3. how much for the airshuttle? from airport to your place

Hi. Currently there is no airport shuttle, ubar or taxi is around 25.00, thank you.

4. Hi, does this room come with a washing machine and dryer?

The washing machines and dryer are located in the laundry room, not in the room.

5. How much does it cost to rent a lock?

We do not rent locks.

6. Can I use my own sleeping bag?

No.

7. Is this place suitable for children?

Yes it is suitable for children.

8. Hey, is it possible to check-in around 00:30 as our flight will arrive around 23:30? and is there free car parking?

Yes, that is okay and yes there is free parking directly out the front, Thank you.

9. hello, i would like to know if the double room is ensuite or shared bathroom. thanks for your reply. regards

Hi. Shared bathroom, thank you.

10. hi do you have a designated smoking area on site?

Yes, we do have a designated smoking area on site, thank you.

11. Can I bring my pet?

Pets are not allowed at Travellers Paradise.

12. Are there rooms with a sea view?

Travellers Paradise doesn't have rooms with a sea view.

Guest Reviews

Our stay was amazing. Very clean and tidy. We liked it. Enrica from Sydney, Australia 20 July 2024

Location. Location. Location. Clean, friendly, knowledgeable, effective, thorough Felicity from Cairns, Australia 26 January 2023

Clean and well function. Good room with new refrigerator. Toilets very good and clean. Location is good near the shopping center. Lotta from Cairns, Australia 10 November 2022

Manager takes pride in the upkeep, clean, quiet, excellent location, overall I had a pleasant stay, Highly recommend. Ashley from Canberra, Australia 25 August 2022

There is so much good things to say about this place. A backpackers which is loved and shows. Secure, clean and such a great bunch of people who visit. Interesting and from everywhere. Great to meet local Aussies in a city so interesting. Maria from Canberra, Australia 22 April 2022

Quiet, great pool , spotlessly clean -- louvre windows sparkling and floors highly polished. Gardens were lovely. Thank you for the welcome Peter. Lynn from Innisfail, Australia 27 October 2021

Comfortable accommodation in a central location. Friendly staff and good facilities. Lisa from Jingili, Australia 09 February 2021

Excellent experience among other like minded guests in a stress free environment of a lovely garden setting. Gary from Brisbane, Australia 19 September 2019

Love the service, friendliness and overall personalized support with attention to detail. Hands on owner, Peter has always ensured an enjoyable stay. Not a beach location, but certainly walking distance. Next door to Cairns Central Shopping mall gives you all you need. Always friendly well mannered guests, no drunken parties, no alcohol, how awesome.I always come back to Geckos for a pleasant comfortable stay and a good night's rest. Thanks Peter, you're the best. Ulrike from Cape Town, South Africa 21 June 2019

Very good. Peter is very helpful and friendly Emma from Cairns, Australia 03 April 2019

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