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Woodduck Backpackers

136 Grafton Street, Cairns, Queensland 4870, Australia (Formerly Rosie's Backpackers)
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Dublin, Ireland
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

I Stayed in Woodduck for three months last summer and it was by far the best Hostel I stayed in my entire trip through Australia. It turned into a home away from home for me (one that I still feel homesick for) I actually worked on reception while I stayed there and it was prob the best job I've ever... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013 via mobile

Me and my friend arrived at Woodduck in January and 8 weeks later we're still here! We've met some amazing people and feel like part of the family :-) Its a great location being a 5 minute walk away from the, lagoon, esplanade, and shopping centre. The hostel has a pool and offers free wifi and breakfast. The rooms are... More

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Paris, France
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2013

Staff is friendly and to say they are helping is quite an understatement. People staying in are generally nice and respectful, so it's a good place to rest, and/or have fun (there are lots of parties, barbecue nights etc). denis

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Port Douglas, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 March 2013

When I first got here the reception was closed so some of the guys let me through the gate and I got chatting to them, and shortly after we were messing around in the pool. The lady in reception was then back so I chatted to her and she gave me my key and showed me my room. Later on... More

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Cairns, Australia
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 March 2013

I loved my time in this Hostel and have stayed for 3 month. It is quite small so it was easy to meet new people and I soon felt like in a little family. You get a free cereal breakfast, Wi Fi und a free dinner in a near bar so if you want to save money it is kind... More

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Brisbane, Australia
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 February 2013

Usually me and my friend planed to stay a couple of days in the Woodduck. Finally we stayed over 2 months and it was such a good time. Its quite cheap and breakfast and dinner is included in the weekly rent. Best thing about the hostel is the great community. The hostel is kind of small and thats the reason... More

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Cairns
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2013

Like most of the people I've seen arrive in this place, I felt welcomed. It didn't feel like I was paying cash to stay in a hostel, but paying to be part of a great community. Intended on staying 3 nights, but I'm still here after 2 months. Travelling doesn't have to be constantly on the move and here I'm... More

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Cairns, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 December 2012

I came to Woodduck intending to stay 3 nights and ended up staying for over 3 months. It's a fairly small hostel, so you get to know everyone quickly and easily. I was traveling by myself, but after the first night it didn't feel that way. The size of the hostel really creates a sense of community. It has a... More

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Melbourne, Australia
2 reviews
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 November 2012

Woodduck is really a friendly hostel with nice staff. It's close to the esplanade so in that matter, it's all good. We stayed there 6 nights in September which was okay in a 9 share dorm. Except that the shower head was so low I had to physically bend through my knees to be able to wash my hair. When... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 September 2012

Woodduck Cairns is a nice little hostel with a pool, hangmates and free wireless, also free meal deals and free breakfast! Its a nice community if you stay for a few days, cause its little hostel and you get to knew your neighbours quick. Good place to be. We came back 3 times and were happy to see still the... More

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Address: 136 Grafton Street, Cairns, Queensland 4870, Australia (Formerly Rosie's Backpackers)
Region: Australia > Queensland > Cairns Region > Cairns
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Ranked #36 of 81 Speciality lodging in Cairns
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