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Dreamtime Travellers Rest

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Dreamtime Travellers Rest, 4 Terminus Street, Cairns -(888) 323-5826
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HOTEL RATING: 
EXCELLENT
4.4 out of 5 (957 Ratings)
0.5 miles Cairns Showground
v2 mins driving
t12 mins walking
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Hotel Description
Dreamtime is an award winning hostel with a difference. We offer travelers a safe peaceful & cozy place to stay. We are not a party hostel. We want all of our guests to get a great night's rest ahead of a day out exploring the Great Barrier Reef & Rainforest. The Owners & Staff at Dreamtime have traveled the world. Our commitment to offering fellow travelers an awesome place to stay is at the heart of everything we do. Enjoy all the comforts & amenities of the present with the character & charm of this Queenslander from the past. Our strong focus on providing a clean eco-friendly and welcoming environment makes Dreamtime the ideal base for travelers who want to explore all the beautiful things Cairns has to offer. Our amazing reviews reflect what we are building here at Dreamtime & our commitment to travel & sustainability is unwavering. We compost our food waste we are eradicating single use plastic we recycle like the planet depends on it. We also LOVE Cairns and are happy to chat about the best things to do during your stay. Receive discounts on all tours that are booked with our knowledgable and entertaining team. Dreamtime has successfully been welcoming guests since 1993 and when you walk through the gate you really feel like you've picked the right place to stay. One of our guests enjoyed their stay so much he got a Dreamtime tattoo! We really do make an impression on people! We are designed for short-stay international travelers and from experience we have found that mature travelers over 60 & young families with children under 12 are not so well suited to our style of accommodations. We want to serve our guests to the best of our ability and do not want to disappoint anyone. Please bear this in mind. Standard Policies: As we are a small independent hostel our reception is open from 8.00am to 6.00pm. A valid passport is required for all guests. Late check-in's are ok. If you plan to arrive after 6pm please email or call us 2-3 days before you arrive with a screenshot of your passport and we will provide instructions on how to self-check-in. Email: stay@dreamtimehostel.com Phone: (07) 4000 0467 (between 8am - 6pm) We have a storage cupboard for luggage. If you need to hang around while you wait for your flight you are welcome to use our facilities. Also - there is an awesome cafe right next door to us. The coffee is amazing. We operate with a maximum 14-day stay policy in any 30 day period. Any bookings made to accumulate more than 14 days will be canceled. No shows will be charged the first night's accommodations. We have a pretty laid-back atmosphere at Dreamtime. However to maintain our chilled atmosphere we do not allow: Children under 12 years of age. If you are aged 60 or above you may be more comfortable in a hotel/motel with private facilities.

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Free Internet
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Free Parking
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Swimming Pool
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Fitness Center
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Non Smoking
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Free Breakfast
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Business Center
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Other Amenities
` Free Parking
` Swimming Pool
` Garden
` Room Service
` Safety Deposit Box
` Air Conditioning
` Express Check-In/Check-Out
` BBQ facilities
` Fax/photocopying
` Private check-in/check-out
` Shared kitchen
` Shared lounge/TV area
` outdoor pool
` 24-hour security
` Designated Smoking Area
` Family Rooms
` Free Wi-Fi
` Off-Site parking
` Non-Smoking Rooms Available
` Board games/puzzles
` Outdoor furniture
` Yoga classes
` Sun loungers or beach chairs
` Key access
` Smoke alarms
` Fire extinguishers
` Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
` Process in place to check health of guests
` First aid kit available
` Cashless payment available
` Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
` Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
` Invoices
` All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
` Free face masks
` Contactless check-in/out
` Food delivery
` Audible alarm
` CCTV security in common areas
` Daily disinfection
` Laundry services
` Luggage storage & lockers
` Non-smoking property
` Tour services
` Physical/social distancing guidelines
` Protective screen or physical barriers in appropriate areas
` Professional cleaning services

Dreamtime Travellers Rest Guest Reviews

Overall Average Score: 
Excellent (4.4 out of 5)

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4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Cindy Mon, 18 August 2025

Great place to sray for...

Liked: Paul and Tim were so helpful and so kind. My room was a small single room. Nothing fancy, but comfortable and I slept well. It was pretty quiet. The bathrooms and kitchens are well kept. There are several outdoor and covered sitting areas and a pool. Washers and Dryers! ($4 or $5 a load ea. Wash or dry) AC takes $1 coins but I did not need to use it. Very good at recycling and being environmentally aware. Close to grocery stores. About a mile walk to Reef Terminal and Marina. Easy to get to other places also. Definitely NOT a party hostel. Very quiet for polite people who need a safe place to stay. Fine for older singles who don't have mobility issues. I only slept there, took a couple showers, and did a load of laundry. It was all I needed.
Disliked: I could have used a writing desk , table or something like that in my room since there was no closet, but it was a pretty small room.

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Youyan Sun, 17 August 2025

Superb

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Matus Sun, 17 August 2025

Excellent, service was lovely and...

Liked: Clean and nice vibe
Disliked: Thin walls but not too bad

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Joshua Sun, 17 August 2025

Chilled, quiet, comfy stay

Liked: Quiet, decent location (15/20 minute walk from lagoon). Comfy bed, friendly chilled vibe
Disliked: Nothing specifically! If I was being picky, a choice of more ceramic plates and bows etc. would be better (some of the plastic ones retained the flavour of previous things that had been heated up in them)

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Evi Sat, 16 August 2025

Nice stay!

Liked: Cute, artistic, plants, swimmingpool, kitchen, location. Would come back.
Disliked: SoleThings are old, can be replaced. Our room downstairs are smelling a bit, not enough air circulation.

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Poor - 1.0 out of 5

Erdem Thu, 14 August 2025

Not worth the money you...

Liked: The staff was friendly and provided me with a towel and a travel charger.
Disliked: They gave me a very small room that wasn't really a room. The room had three doors, two of which were locked doors that led to other rooms.

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Sharee Mon, 11 August 2025

Exceptional

Liked: The quiet location. Nice atmosphere.
Disliked: Nothing not to like.

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Dóra Mon, 11 August 2025

Superb

Liked: Great location, well equipped kitchen, clean rooms and facilities.
Disliked: If you get a room near the generator, it can be quite loud during the night

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Michael Mon, 11 August 2025

Amazing hosts who have curated...

4

Very Good - 4.0 out of 5

Kirsty Sun, 10 August 2025

Very good

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Dreamtime Travellers Rest 4 Terminus Street, Cairns