Wanna Stay Hostel

Wanna Stay Hostel is backpacker accommodation at 72-74 Grafton Street in Cairns City, positioned opposite Gilligans bar and Rusty's Markets. The location places guests close to the city centre, with easy access to Cairns attractions and travel connections for the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest.

The hostel has a social, relaxed character aimed at international travellers aged 18 to 35. Accommodation includes shared dormitories for four to eight people, a four-bed female-only room and private rooms for up to two guests. Dorms feature bunk beds and secure lockers, while female-only rooms provide single beds and storage. Private rooms offer plush bedding and a more intimate setting. Air conditioning, high-speed Wi-Fi and bottom-bunk privacy curtains are among the available comforts, with curtains booked separately.

Shared facilities are designed around spending time with other travellers. A communal kitchen includes a Nespresso machine, air fryer and mini pizza oven, along with complimentary cooking basics such as pasta, rice, herbs, spices, foil and cling film. These facilities suit guests who prefer to prepare simple meals between day trips and social activities.

Two media rooms add indoor entertainment. The gaming room includes a PS4 subscription and board games, while the movie room has access to Netflix, Disney+ and Gaia. A weekly Coffee Club creates a quieter social setting in the games room, with coffee, speciality tea, hot chocolate, different milk options, cakes and biscuits.

Food-based events form part of the hostel's social programme. Sunday breakfast uses a raclette grill, allowing guests to cook a personalised meal from the buffet ingredients. Thursday's Grill & Chill combines a sunset barbecue by the Esplanade with a casual social atmosphere and games. Vegetarian sausages are included alongside the barbecue selection. These catered events are offered without an additional charge and give solo travellers and small groups regular opportunities to meet others.

Contactless self check-in is available when a room is ready, while in-person assistance is also offered. With shared rooms, private accommodation, cooking facilities, entertainment rooms and regular communal events, Wanna Stay suits adult backpackers seeking a sociable base near markets, nightlife and regional day-trip departures.