Wanna Stay?

Cairns · Australia

Wanna Stay?

HostelPunk Score
51% SHIT
Low confidence 41 reviews

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Facilities

🍳 Kitchen 👕 Laundry 🍳 Breakfast
Other facilities (30)
Luggage Storage Housekeeping Reception (Limited Hours) Internet Access PlayStation Board Games Cable TV Wi-Fi Gaming Consoles Smart TV Linen Included Air Conditioning Ceiling Fan Towels Not Included Towels For Hire Late Check-out Security Lockers 24 Hour Security Fire Extinguishers Smoke Alarms Smoke Detector Common Room Games Room Lounge Room Hot Showers Free WiFi Free Internet Access Free Security Lockers Free Luggage Storage Tea & Coffee Making Facilities

Prices

Dorms $29 / night
Privates $94 / night

HW prices from today

Recent reviews

Germany FEMALE 18-24 May 1, 2026 Atm 60%

Good location and a free activity’s to socialise a bit. Kitchen got all you need Not rly a clean place (hair on blanket and floor) since rooms not cleaned every day. Keys are 24/7 in the door locks so everyone can come in. Bathroom berry scratchy at the end of the hallway.

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France MALE 25-30 Apr 18, 2026 Atm 60%

There were used tissues on my bed, between mattress and the wall. The fan and the light weren't working. To switch between hot and cold water, you have to remove a pin and switch taps. Also, as mentioned on the website, you're receive an email about a locker with your bed number and food inside for you, but this not to exist.

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Slovakia FEMALE 18-24 Apr 5, 2026 Atm 60%

worst please i’ve ever been to!!!! it’s dirty, sketchy, smelly and a total chaos. the ac was broken and so was the sink in the room

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USA FEMALE 25-30 Nov 24, 2025 Atm 100%

I really enjoyed my stay at wanna stay! Don’t quite understand the other reviews- kitchen was great, loved the movie nights/bbq hosted by the hostel, bed was comfy, felt safe, and great location. Definitely more long-term guests but felt welcomed- only issue was one of the showers had a broken shower head. Will definitely be coming back!

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Spain MIXEDGROUP 18-24 Nov 2, 2025 Atm 40%

not very clean, not a comfortable stay at all, no staff avaliable most of the time and poor conditions in general

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Denmark FEMALE 31-40 Oct 14, 2025 Atm 100%

The hostel has everything a basic hostel and accommodation needs. The condition is okay, but could be improved. What makes the place good is the friendly people and Jama the manager - she is doing such a good job making everyone comfortable, being helpful, ensuring a safe space and fun events making the vibe at the hostel very easy going. Had a 4 girls dorm for 6 nights and it was very good!

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Netherlands FEMALE 25-30 Sep 17, 2025 Atm 60%

Leuk hostel in de binnenstad. Keuken is erg uitgebreid, jammer dat veel gasten niet schoonmaken na hun koken. Kamers zijn schoon en prima bedden. Lekkere airco’s en ventilatoren. Gezamenlijke ruimtes genoeg binnen, geen buiten.

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Israel MALE 18-24 Aug 30, 2025 Atm 20%

Outdated hostel, poor kitchen and facilities. Also 50 aud key deposit that i still haven’t received. Good location

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Germany FEMALE 25-30 Aug 18, 2025 Atm 60%

a lot if long-termers. if that's what you're up to it seemed like a nice community to be with. as a traveller it wasn't the right place to socialise. the kitchen was well equipped, it would've been nice to have more bathrooms.

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Germany FEMALE 18-24 Aug 4, 2025 Atm 20%

Worst hostel I’ve ever stayed in. Most rooms have keys left in the doors, so anyone can enter. It’s clearly a working hostel and very poorly maintained. Everything is dirty, showers are tiny with no space for clothes or towels, and open directly into the hallway. Bugs are everywhere, especially in the kitchen and food lockers. The lockers are rusty and look nothing like the photos. Definitely not recommended.

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Austria FEMALE 18-24 Jul 26, 2025 Atm 60%

great location

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Italy FEMALE 25-30 May 18, 2025 Atm 100%

Posto calmo, tranquillo, persone gentili e altruiste. Non esteticamente "bello", ma nemmeno brutto. Certo non ha gli spazi enormi di cui godono gli altri ostelli ma, sapendolo, non sovraffolla gli spazi e si sta sempre benissimo e larghi, a differenza degli altri enormi ma sempre claustrofobici

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Italy FEMALE 25-30 May 6, 2025 Atm 40%

terrible experience, I really don't understand how they can have such high rates. The room was super dirty and smelling really bad. The common shower is basically in hallway.

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Germany MALE 18-24 Apr 3, 2025 Atm 100%

Really liked it, especially the game room is well maintained, a lot of nice people there

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USA MALE 25-30 Mar 24, 2025 Atm 100%

Very cozy vibe. Not a party hostel and is somewhat social, but it’s a great spot in the middle of the city to relax for a while. The events are great too and they’re generous with free food. The kitchen is a little small but it’s doable

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Germany FEMALE 18-24 Mar 4, 2025 Atm 80%

Chill Hostel

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Netherlands MALE 18-24 Feb 25, 2025 Atm 100%

Had quite big trouble with checking in because of a faulty booking, the staff took there time and helped me without charging me extra. Lovely people.

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France FEMALE 18-24 Jan 30, 2025 Atm 60%

En soit bon établissement, je suis peut-être tomber au mauvais moment mais travaux tous les matins à partir de 6h30/7h La propreté laisse à désirer dans les chambres, le ménage est fait une fois par semaine seulement. Impossible de fermer la douche à clef donc petit stresse car on ne veut pas se retrouver nu devant quelqu’un qui ouvre la porte de la douche. Ça dépanne pour quelques jours

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France FEMALE 18-24 Jan 19, 2025 Atm 100%

Pas de loquet pour la douche, un peu stressant

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Italy FEMALE 31-40 Jan 8, 2025 Atm 100%

Es un 10 por la relación precio calidad. Los hostel baratos en Australia son muy malos y este es el mejor que he estado en toda Australia. Podría ser mejor si cada cama tuviera su luz y su cortina, pero igualmente merece un 10 si lo comparamos con los demás hostels australianos. Un plus, te dan arroz, fideos y avena gratis 😊 muchas gracias y sigan así!!!

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