Tropic Days BackpackersvsThe Reef Retreat Palm Cove
Both Tropic Days Backpackers and The Reef Retreat Palm Cove are praised by those who travel for a living. Overall, Tropic Days Backpackers ranks marginally higher than The Reef Retreat Palm Cove. Tropic Days Backpackers ranks #8 in Cairns 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 Reef Retreat Palm Cove
 Lonely Planet
 Frommer's
10 - 14 Harpa St, Palm Cove, Queensland 4879
From $76/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Hot Tub
 - Free Internet
 - Laundry Service
 - Laundy Room
 - Smoking Rooms
 
 "This delightful property has a rightful reputation for excellent service." Full review
 "Tucked back one row of buildings from the beach is this little gem—a collection of contemporary studios and suites built around a swimming pool in a grove of palms and silver Paperbarks" Full review