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Gilligans Backpackers Hotel & Resort vs Pullman Cairns International
Both hotels are highly recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Gilligans Backpackers Hotel & Resort is the choice of most reviewers compared to Pullman Cairns International. Gilligans Backpackers Hotel & Resort comes in at #12 in Cairns with accolades from 2 reviews such as Oyster, Lonely Planet.
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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Pullman Cairns International
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Star Service
17 Abbott Street, Cairns, Queensland 4870
From $84 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's
"Formerly a Sebel-branded property, this apartment-hotel near Cairns's waterfront has an impressive three-story lobby, smartly outfitted guest rooms, and a luxurious day spa."
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Lonely Planet
"The grandaddy of Cairns' five-stars... has a fine location, colonial charm and surprisingly contemporary rooms with city, mountain or harbour views."
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Star Service
"Facing the slightly inferior The Reef Hotel Casino, this well-run tropical resort (formerly known as The Sebel) holds high standards and blends local ownership with fine foreign management."
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