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Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows vs Gilligans Backpackers Hotel & Resort
Both hotels are highly recommended by experts. On balance, Gilligans Backpackers Hotel & Resort ranks slightly higher than Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows. Gilligans Backpackers Hotel & Resort has a TripExpert Score of 78 with approval from 2 sources such as Lonely Planet, Oyster.
Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows
Lonely Planet
Frommer's
Captain Cook Hwy, Ellis Beach, Queensland 4879
From $114 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
- Pool
- Free Parking
- Kitchenette
Lonely Planet
"This low-key, palm-shaded beachfront slice of paradise has camping, cabins and contemporary bungalows, the best of which have direct ocean views."
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Frommer's
"On arguably the loveliest of the northern beaches, about 30 minutes from Cairns, these bungalows and cabins sit under palm trees between the Coral Sea and a backdrop of mountainous rainforest"
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Gilligans Backpackers Hotel & Resort
Oyster
Lonely Planet
57-89 Grafton Street, Cairns, Queensland 4870
From $9 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Pool
- Free Parking
Oyster
Budget
"Gilligans Backpackers Hotel & Resort is not a peaceful base from which to explore Cairns -- it is a centrally located party hub with excellent on-site bars that attracts locals as well as backpackers."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The ‘G spot’ is pricey, impersonal and very loud, but all rooms at this flashpacker resort have en suites and most have balconies."
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