Mad Monkey Waterfront

About this hotel

Prime Location on Cairns Esplanade Mad Monkey Waterfront offers clean and affordable accommodation in the heart of Cairns, just steps away from the Cairns Lagoon and the Great Barrier Reef gateway. Enjoy the convenience of exploring the city's attractions within walking distance. Modern Amenities for a Comfortable Stay Relax with ultra-fast Free Wi-Fi, a fully equipped kitchen, and a cozy common room for socializing. Whether you're unwinding after a day of adventure or connecting with fellow travelers, our facilities cater to your needs. Variety of Accommodation Options From Mixed Dorms to Private Double Rooms, we provide high-quality bedding and en-suite bathrooms for a restful night's sleep. Stay cool with air conditioning and stay connected with personal USB ports in every bunk bed. Book now and be part of the Mad Monkey Family for a memorable stay at Mad Monkey Waterfront!

Facilities

• Parking
• Private parking
• Street parking

Check-in & checkout

Check-in

02:00 PM – 08:00 PM

Check-out

10:00 AM

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Guest sentiment

• Cleanliness7.7

  Positive mentions, but some complaints about cleanliness in shared bathrooms.

• Service8.2

  Staff is friendly and helpful, with positive experiences noted.

• Location8.7

  Great location mentioned frequently, close to attractions and public transport.

• Room Quality7.7

  Rooms have positive mentions but issues regarding ventilation and setup were noted.

• Amenities7.7

  Amenities are adequate but some guests desired more options, like refrigerators.

• Value for Money7.7

  Good value in comparison to the offerings but could improve with added amenities.

• Food and Beverage8.2

  No explicit negative comments; BBQ night mentioned positively.

• Overall Experience8.2

  Overall enjoyable stay with a cozy atmosphere and helpful staff.

Guest reviews

I had a great stay at Mad Monkey Waterfront! The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made the whole experience even better. The hostel is very quiet and relaxed, so it’s a great option if you’re looking for somewhere to stay that isn’t a party hostel. The location is excellent, with everything you need within walking distance. The hostel is also very clean and well maintained. I would definitely recommend staying here!

I had a great stay at Mad Monkey Waterfront! The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made the whole experience even better. The hostel is very quiet and relaxed, so it’s a great option if you’re looking for somewhere to stay that isn’t a party hostel. The location is excellent, with everything you need within walking distance. The hostel is also very clean and well maintained. I would definitely recommend staying here!

One of the cleanest hostel I’ve experienced! The rooms and common areas are very well cleaned every day. It’s also very social, a small hostel so you interact and connect with everyone a lot easier than you would in a bigger hostel. The activities were great, free bbq and breakfast were delicious and plenty of options. The staff were all really friendly and there to help.

One of the cleanest hostel I’ve experienced! The rooms and common areas are very well cleaned every day. It’s also very social, a small hostel so you interact and connect with everyone a lot easier than you would in a bigger hostel. The activities were great, free bbq and breakfast were delicious and plenty of options. The staff were all really friendly and there to help.

Difficult to leave

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I am 62+....Getting up on a double decker bed is difficult and dangerous for someone with 2 knees replaced😏

The location is awesome. There are lots of different bars and restaurants nearby, with the Lagoon just across the road. The dorms have enough storage space for your belongings, and each one has its own bathroom. The kitchen is also well equipped. The facilities are cleaned regularly, so everything is generally kept clean and tidy despite the shared living spaces and frequent use. The staff are really friendly and welcoming. It’s easy to meet people and socialise, while still being calm enough when you want some peace and quiet. I highly recommend it!

The location is awesome. There are lots of different bars and restaurants nearby, with the Lagoon just across the road. The dorms have enough storage space for your belongings, and each one has its own bathroom. The kitchen is also well equipped. The facilities are cleaned regularly, so everything is generally kept clean and tidy despite the shared living spaces and frequent use. The staff are really friendly and welcoming. It’s easy to meet people and socialise, while still being calm enough when you want some peace and quiet. I highly recommend it!

Great location, close to the centre with the lagoon on your doorstep. Everything was clean and the staff were really friendly and helpful!

Great location, close to the centre with the lagoon on your doorstep. Everything was clean and the staff were really friendly and helpful!

L’établissement est très bien situé proches des départs d’activités et des commerces ainsi que des bars ! Nous avons beaucoup apprécié la propreté des lieux, et la gentillesse du staff toujours à l’écoute de nos besoins même pour une nuit ! Je recommande fortement cet hostel très calme et confortable pour séjourner sur Cairns !

L’établissement est très bien situé proches des départs d’activités et des commerces ainsi que des bars ! Nous avons beaucoup apprécié la propreté des lieux, et la gentillesse du staff toujours à l’écoute de nos besoins même pour une nuit ! Je recommande fortement cet hostel très calme et confortable pour séjourner sur Cairns !

Easy and clear access and customer service

Easy and clear access and customer service

The bedroom was smelling like humidity