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Mad Monkey Waterfront

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8.3Excellent
(496 Ratings)
"EXCEPTIONAL STAFF AT RECEPTION 😃 Prime Location Room extremely and I mean extremely clean including tubs under the bed for belongings and a tub in the bathroom for face wash etc Really nice tiles..."
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8.3 / 10
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Hostel in Cairns

3-Star Hostel

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About this hostel

You simply can't beat our location – we're directly on the vibrant Cairns Esplanade, with the stunning Cairns Lagoon just across the street! Pop down for a refreshing dip or spend the afternoon sunbathing anytime you fancy.

Amenities at Mad Monkey Waterfront

Free WiFi/internet
Free Parking
Air conditioning
Non-smoking
Kitchen
WiFi/Internet
Shared living spaces
Laundry services
Outdoor Cooking
Smoking allowed
Key card access
Housekeeping available
Fire alarm
Fire extinguisher
Cleaning products

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Ratings and reviews

8.3 / 10
Excellent(496 Ratings)
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10 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2026
EXCEPTIONAL STAFF AT RECEPTION 😃 Prime Location Room extremely and I mean extremely clean including tubs under the bed for belongings and a tub in the bathroom for face wash etc Really nice tiles in shower and bathroom in Room 2 It’s different from other Hostels and Awesome all at the same time 😃
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10 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2026
Easy to be picked up for tours, and the staff are really friendly :)
Some parts could do with an tiny upgrade like the showers in the rooms, but all in all, it was functional and easy:)
8 / 10Excellent·Sep 2026
I only stayed to decompress from diving for 1 night before flying out the next morning.
5 / 10·Sep 2026
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I am 62+....Getting up on a double decker bed is difficult and dangerous for someone with 2 knees replaced😏
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FAQs

Is parking included with this hostel?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Mad Monkey Waterfront. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hostel?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hostel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Mad Monkey Waterfront pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at Mad Monkey Waterfront?

We found 15 amenities for this rental. This includes free wifi/internet, free parking, air conditioning, non-smoking, and kitchen.