Awarded BEST BACKPACKER ACCOMMODATION 2008, 2009 and 2010 (Tourism Tropical North Queensland)
Finalist BEST BACKPACKER ACOMMODATION 2008, 2009 and 2010 (Tourism Queensland)
The Northern Greenhouse, located in Cairns, is a famous backpacker resort catering for budget travellers looking for a tropical getaway.
Described by the Lonely Planet as 'a cut above the other backpackers', the Northern Greenhouse prides itself on its world-class facilities and activities. Modern terrace apartments overlook a central swimming pool and abut a large wooden entertainment deck littered with cosy couches, internet stations and a pool table - a social hub to meet likeminded travellers and reminisce about your favourite travel destinations.
Embrace the free WIFI throughout the premises, enjoy the spotless kitchen facilities fit enough for Gordon Ramsay, get stuck into the beer on tap at the 6-Links bar, enjoy weekly movie screenings, start your day with a complimentary breakfast, wake to the aroma of fluffy golden pancakes on Saturdays, tuck into an Aussie BBQ fit for a King on Sunday evenings and start planning your fancy dress costume for the regular in-house parties.
MONDAY ? FREE transfer to a magically hidden tropical rainforest at 1.30pm
TUESDAY ? FREE transfer to the Flecker Botanical Gardens at 12.30pm
WEDNESDAY ? Come sailing with us at 12.00pm for $15 followed by a BBQ ? Play a game of sunset tennis for a $10 court fee. Free bus transfers to the court depart at 6.15pm ? Movie night on the entertainment deck
THURSDAY ? Need a naturally brewed beer to quench your tropical thirst? Take a FREE bus transfer at 2.45pm to the Blue Sky Brewery and participate in a microbrewery tour for $12
FRIDAY ? Spend Friday afternoons swimming and lazing about at Ellis Beach. FREE bus transfer leaves the hostel at 1.30pm and returns at 5.00pm, FREE sausage sizzle supplied
SATURDAY ? FREE pancake breakfast from 11.00am - the breakfast after a well deserved sleep-in
SUNDAY ? FREE Sunday night Aussie BBQ at 5.00pm (vegetarians catered for) ? Movie night on the entertainment deck
Room options comprise of spacious six-bed dorms (single and mixed gender), king/twin self-contained apartments, and family friendly four-share apartments. All of which include a private ensuite, storage, air-conditioning and a balcony or garden terrace.
FREE secure car parking FREE WIFI internet FREE daily breakfast FREE movie nights FREE Saturday morning fluffy pancakes FREE Sunday evening Aussie BBQ FREE luggage storage FREE tea and coffee
FACILITIES INCLUDE: 24-hour reception Multilingual staff Self-catering kitchen Swimming pool Onsite laundry with irons In-house bar, 6 Links Secure car parking BBQ facilities Outdoor entertainment decking with pool table Big Screen TV area showcasing the latest sports Single/mixed gender rooms Air conditioning Electronic key card access No lock out/curfew In-house travel desk
View Rates / Make Booking
To view rates, availability and / or to make an online reservation for The Northern Greenhouse, please select your requested travel dates and then click on the book online button:
Location / Directions
Taxis from the airport will cost around $20 (10 minutes travel time). A transfer shuttle bus will cost $10 single, $15 couple (40 minutes travel time).
We are located just around the corner from the Premier Bus Depot (1 minute walk), and 10 minute walk from Greyhound coach stop at Reef Fleet Terminal.
Hostel Facilities
* Breakfast Included * Internet Access * Wheelchair Friendly * Linen Included * Bar * Towels * Luggage Storage * Swimming Pool * Telephone/Fax Facilities * 24 hour reception * Travel Desk/Travel Info * Key Card Access * Common Room * Bike Parking * Free Carpark * 24 Hour Check In * Air Conditioning * Breakfast
To make a telephone booking, contact reservations on the following number quoting reference BA21389:
Awarded BEST BACKPACKER ACCOMMODATION 2008, 2009 and 2010 (Tourism Tropical North Queensland)
