Tropic Days BackpackersvsThe Lilybank Stratford
Both Tropic Days Backpackers and Lilybank Bed & Breakfast are endorsed by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Tropic Days Backpackers is the choice of most professionals compared to Lilybank Bed & Breakfast. Tropic Days Backpackers comes in at 74 with praise from 2 reviewers such as Rough Guide, Lonely Planet.
Tropic Days Backpackers
 Rough Guide
 Lonely Planet
26 - 28 Bunting St, Cairns, Queensland 4870 
From $12/night
- Free Internet
 - Shuttle Bus
 - Laundry Service
 - Laundy Room
 - Pool
 - Free Parking
 
 "Excellent hostel with a pool, nice gardens (with room to camp), colourful rooms, free wi-fi, fab Aussie BBQs and a highly sociable atmosphere. There are hourly courtesy buses into town." 
Top choice
 "This popular hostel has a tropical garden with hammocks, pool table, bunk-free dorms, fresh linen and towels, free wi-fi and a relaxed vibe." Full review
The Lilybank Stratford
 Frommer's
 Fodor's
75 Kamerunga Rd, Stratford, Queensland 4870
From $72/night
- Free Breakfast
 - Laundry Service
 - Pool
 - Free Parking
 - Kitchenette
 - Air Conditioning
 
 "This 1870s Queenslander homestead, originally a mayor's residence, is in a leafy suburb 6km (3 3/4 miles) from the airport and a 10-minute drive from the city." Full review
 "Built in 1887, this two-story Queenslander is a relaxed six-guestroom B&B with spacious communal areas and an alfresco breakfast area." Full review