We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.
Map
Satellite
Map updates are paused. Zoom in to see updated info.
Reset zoom
27/08/2017 28/08/2017
    There are no pins in your viewport. Try moving the map or changing your filters.
    • {providername} {price}
    {providername} {price}
      {listitems}
    {sold_out_text}
    We can't find prices for this accommodation
    From {rate_price} {rate_periodicity}

    Dreamtime Travellers Rest

    772 Reviews
    #4 of 84 Specialty Lodging in Cairns
    189 Bunda St, Cairns, Queensland 4870, Australia
    Save
    Best prices for your stay
    27/08/2017 28/08/2017
    US$43
    US$35
    View Deal
    SAVE US$8
    US$43
    View Deal
    US$43
    View Deal
    Orbitz.comUS$43
    Hostelworld.comUS$38
    TravelocityUS$43
    View all 10 deals
    Prices above are provided by partners for one room, with variable occupancy rules as provided by the property, and do not include all taxes and fees. Please see our partners for full details.
    All photos (177)
    Full view
    Certificate of Excellence
    Traveller (111)
    Room & Suite (23)
    Dining (8)
    Similar hotels
    See all 84 hotels in Cairns
    Shangri-La Hotel, The Marina, Cairns
    2,545 reviews
    #9 of 64 hotels in Cairns
     
    DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
    2,155 reviews
    #12 of 64 hotels in Cairns
     
    Tropical Heritage Cairns
    502 reviews
    #14 of 64 hotels in Cairns
     
    Ibis Styles Cairns
    760 reviews
    #15 of 64 hotels in Cairns
     
    Overview
    4.5
    772 reviews
    • Excellent69%
    • Very good24%
    • Average5%
    • Poor1%
    • Terrible1%
    Travellers talk about
    “bbq night” (42 reviews)
    “movie night” (24 reviews)
    “air con” (55 reviews)
    Free Wifi
    Free Parking
    Pool
    Non-Smoking Rooms
    Bar/Lounge
    Kitchenette
    Wheelchair Access
    Laundry Service
    Self-Serve Laundry
    Shuttle Bus Service
    2.0 Star Hotel
    All hotel details
    Offers from Dreamtime Travellers Rest
    {"containerClass":null,"containerAttributes":null,"widget":{"name":"ibex_photo_carousel_hsx","moduleList":["handlers"],"template":"ibex_photo_carousel_hsx__widget","divClasses":"prw_rup prw_ibex_photo_carousel_hsx","js":{"handlers":"(ta.prwidgets.getjs(this,'handlers'))"},"dust":{"nav_controls":"ibex_photo_carousel_hsx__nav_controls"}},"scriptFlags":null}
    Similar hotels
    See all 84 hotels in Cairns
    Shangri-La Hotel, The Marina, Cairns
    2,545 reviews
    #9 of 64 hotels in Cairns
     
    DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
    2,155 reviews
    #12 of 64 hotels in Cairns
     
    Tropical Heritage Cairns
    502 reviews
    #14 of 64 hotels in Cairns
     
    Ibis Styles Cairns
    760 reviews
    #15 of 64 hotels in Cairns
     
    Rooms
    27 Aug28 Aug
    |
    1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
    Standard Room

    Getting you more information on this room

    See More
    Free Cancellation
    Select
    Show Available Rooms
    Sorry, this partner no longer has rooms available on TripAdvisor. Please visit one of our 9 partner sites to see rooms from US$35.
    We're sorry, there are no rooms available on TripAdvisor. Please change your dates, or view all Cairns hotels with availability
    Standard Room

    Getting you more information on this room

    See More
    Free Cancellation
    Select
    {"BOOKING_FEATURES": ["IB_STREAMLINED_SELECTED_ROOM","IB_NEW_REG_FLOW_INTERRUPTER","IB_SHOW_EMAIL_FOR_INSECURE_LOGIN","VISA_SPONSORSHIP_WEB","RCMS_INLINE_ROOM_GRID_MAX_OCC","IB_POST_BOOKING_LOGIN","IB_IRG_PERFORMANCE_METRICS","IB_IRG_MATCH_META","CHILDREN_SEARCH","IB_DW_INLINE_PASSWORD","ATTRACTIONS_REMOVE_PAYMENT_ADDRESS_FIELDS","HR_IB_EXCLUDE_TAXES_AND_FEES","IB_DW_CCNAME_WITH_AUTOCOMPLETE","IB_IRG_PERFORMANCE_METRICS_MOBILE","IB_BOOKNOW_CLEAN_WITH_ICON_SHORT_BTN","STORED_CARDS","IB_POST_BOOK_LOGIN_CTA","IB_PRICE_WINS_COPY","IB_DW_PROMPT_KNOWN_EMAIL","IB_PRICES_OUTSIDE_ROOM_BUTTON","IB_EXIT_INTERRUPTER","IB_SHOW_AMENITIES_AS_ICONS","IB_NEW_REG_FLOW","META_AIR","IB_INLINE_ROOM_GRID","IB_TIME_OF_STAY_PAYMENT_TYPES_V3","IBEX_HIGH_EQUITY_BRANDING","IB_PRICE_WINS_POST_TX","IB_BOOKING_FORM_FAVICON","IB_URGENCY_BLOCK","IB_NEW_REG_FLOW_POST_BOOK"] , "IMPRESSION_KEY": "9cf7dab34f794d94a5c9b4a1f0edeb6c", "roomSelectionModel": {"partnerInfos":[],"multiplePartners":false,"polling":{"locationId":286213,"bookingSessionId":null,"detailedAvailabilityKey":null,"commerceContentIds":[],"additionalContentIds":[],"pollCount":0,"checkin":{"day":27,"month":8,"year":2017},"checkout":{"day":28,"month":8,"year":2017},"adults":2,"child_rm_ages":"","rooms":1,"display_rooms":300,"entryPrice":-1,"entryCurrency":"USD","complete":false,"formKey":"","showAllRooms":true,"genNewBookingSessionId":false,"winningProviderAtClick":"","selectedRoomKey":null,"impressionKey":"9cf7dab34f794d94a5c9b4a1f0edeb6c","navArea":null,"referringServlet":"Hotel_Review","highestMetaPrice":43,"lowestMetaPrice":35,"additionalPartner":false,"highestMetaPriceDisplay":43,"roomsToVerify":[],"clazz":null},"summary":null,"unavailable":true,"metaOffers":[],"mismatchCheckModel":null,"totalMediaCount":0,"hotelPhotos":[],"noticeHeaderMessage":null,"moreProviders":null,"lowestPricePartner":null,"showAllRooms":true,"isMetaCheaper":false,"isBookingLessThanOrEqualToMeta":null,"avgHistoricalPrice":0.0,"avgHistoricalDisplayPrice":null,"expressBookState":{"hasFullTravelerInfo":false,"hasReducedBillingInfo":false,"hasFullBillingInfo":false},"highestMetaPrice":43,"lowestMetaPrice":35,"highestMetaPriceDisplay":43,"hotelName":"Dreamtime Travellers Rest","hasSpecialTimeOfStayTaxes":false,"trackingTree":null,"trackingTreeId":null,"showPriceHoverTooltip":false,"trackingContext":"eyJzdGF0ZSI6IkhPVEVMX0FVQ1RJT04iLCJwIjoiSFJfTWFpbkNvbW1lcmNlIiwiaWRzIjp7IkJGSyI6IjljZjdkYWIzNGY3OTRkOTRhNWM5YjRhMWYwZWRlYjZjIiwiQUlLIjoiMzc2ZWNiZmRkYTU1NDNkODk3Y2QwMjA4NDMwMGYwYTYifSwiZW50cnlTZXJ2bGV0IjoiSG90ZWxfUmV2aWV3In0=","cheaperPricesExist":false,"enableLPF":false,"priceDropPercent":0,"canExpandRooms":false,"expandRoomsToAllPartners":false,"roomSelectionKey":null,"useSupplierDirectTreatment":false,"isSupplierDirect":false,"showProviderSeparator":false,"clazz":null,"seeMoreMessage":null,"seeMoreIFrameMessage":null,"isPricelineCom":false,"isPriceDrawerEnabled":false}, "ibAvailability": false, "metaAvailability": true, "topOfferIsIB": false, "numHacTries": -1, "checkIn": "27/08/2017", "checkOut": "28/08/2017", "lowestPrice": "US$35", "hasDates": true, "hacComplete": false, "contentIdMappings": {}, "pollingEnabled": false, "preventScroll": false, "offerClickToken": null, "conditionalUpdate": false, "mightGetRooms": true, "divClasses": "ppr_rup ppr_priv_hr_inline_room_grid_hsx", "singlePartnerRoomGridWidget": {"containerClass":null,"containerAttributes":null,"widget":{"name":"ibex_room_grid_hsx","moduleList":["handlers","tracking"],"template":"ibex_room_grid_hsx__widget","divClasses":"prw_rup prw_ibex_room_grid_hsx","js":{"handlers":"(ta.prwidgets.getjs(this,'handlers'))","tracking":"(ta.prwidgets.getjs(this,'tracking'))"},"dust":{"sub_header":"ibex_room_grid_hsx__sub_header"}},"scriptFlags":null}, "multiPartnerRoomGridWidget": null, "mismatchMessage": {"containerClass":null,"containerAttributes":null,"widget":{"name":"ibex_mismatch_message","moduleList":["handler"],"template":"ibex_mismatch_message__widget","divClasses":"prw_rup prw_ibex_mismatch_message","js":{"handler":"(ta.prwidgets.getjs(this,'handler'))"},"dust":{}},"scriptFlags":null}, "maxRoomsToShow": 300, "isTablet": false, "roomGridRowWidget": {"containerClass":null,"containerAttributes":null,"widget":{"name":"ibex_room_grid_row_hsx","moduleList":[],"template":"ibex_room_grid_row_hsx__widget","divClasses":"prw_rup prw_ibex_room_grid_row_hsx","js":{},"dust":{"amenities":"ibex_room_grid_row_hsx__amenities","condition_col":"ibex_room_grid_row_hsx__condition_col","price_text":"ibex_room_grid_row_hsx__price_text","reservation_col":"ibex_room_grid_row_hsx__reservation_col"}},"scriptFlags":null}, "mismatchMessageLightbox": null, "deviceInfo": "OtherOS OtherBrowser", "bookOnTripAdvisor": "Book on <img class=\"ibHeaderImg\" alt=\"TripAdvisor\" src=\"https:\/\/static.tacdn.com\/img2\/branding\/rebrand\/TA_logo_primary.png\"\/>"}
    Write a Review
    Reviews (772)
    Traveller rating
    Traveller type
    Time of year
    Language
    • More languages

    1 - 5 of 702 reviews

    Reviewed 5 days ago via mobile
    Time to dream away.. 🍀

    Some places just feel like you are home..friendly people and host, clean rooms, bathrooms and toilets (enough for everybody) + tourinfo available when needed. We stayed for 2 days and are sad we couldn't stay any longer.. 🗾 Positive points: - bit out of town...More

    Thank nickenhanneleen
    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Friendly Knowledgeable Staff, Great Location

    Dreamtime is a little oasis in the city. It's the sort of funky little hostel you expect to find on a beach in Mexico rather than in central Cairns. The whole vibe was peaceful and relaxing and staff were genuinely kind and easy to deal...More

    Thank Ann C
    Response from stevedouglas04, Owner at Dreamtime Travellers RestResponded 6 days ago

    Hi Ann, thanks for taking the time to leave a review of our funky little hostel we love it too

    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Great value, exactly as advertised

    We were in room 17 which is right next to the upstairs common kitchen. My partner and I had a great time staying at this hostel in a private room. The staff are extremely helpful when it comes to advice about local activities and booking...More

    Thank rebekapowell_
    Response from stevedouglas04, Owner at Dreamtime Travellers RestResponded 6 days ago

    Hi rebek, many thanks for your stay and review of Dreamtime hostel . glad to hear you enjoyed the overall experience, we try really hard to please, sorry about the pest in your room , we do have a regular pest control maintenance program using...More

    Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
    So relaxing and lovely

    I stayed here for 3 nights, two nights in a 7 bed room and one night in a private double. The place is just beautiful, shady outdoor seating surrounded by palm trees with a cozy VW to chill inside. Really relaxing, perfect for families or...More

    Thank mooARK
    Response from stevedouglas04, Owner at Dreamtime Travellers RestResponded 6 days ago

    Mooark, thanks for the review of Dreamtime hostel it really is a life style choice more than a busniess.

    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Dreamtime Tranquility in the big city

    I stayed at Dreamtime Travellers Rest for 4 nights and had an absolutely marvellous time. Great relaxing atmosphere, very laid back with totally easy going other travellers. I'd highly recommend the place, it's right in the heart of Cairns and easy walk to everything the...More

    Thank SleepyGecko
    Response from stevedouglas04, Owner at Dreamtime Travellers RestResponded 6 days ago

    Hi Sleeping Gecko thanks for the great review so glad you had a good experience , see you in Vietnam some time . Steve

    Similar hotels
    See all 84 hotels in Cairns
    Shangri-La Hotel, The Marina, Cairns
    2,545 reviews
    #9 of 64 hotels in Cairns
     
    DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
    2,155 reviews
    #12 of 64 hotels in Cairns
     
    Tropical Heritage Cairns
    502 reviews
    #14 of 64 hotels in Cairns
     
    Ibis Styles Cairns
    760 reviews
    #15 of 64 hotels in Cairns
     
    About
    Awards & Recognition
    Certificate of Excellence
    Amenities
    • Top amenities
    • Pool
    • Free Parking
    • Bar/Lounge
    • Free High Speed Internet ( WiFi )
    • Hotel Amenities
    • Shuttle Bus Service
    • Free Parking
    • Laundry Service
    • Self-Serve Laundry
    • Things to do
    • Pool
    • Bar/Lounge
    Details
    • Price range
    • US$20 - US$53 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
    • Hotel class
    • Room types
    • Kitchenette ,
    • Non-Smoking Rooms
    • Number of rooms
    • 24
    • Reservation Options
    • TripAdvisor is proud to partner with Expedia, Hotels.com, Booking.com, Orbitz, Priceline, HostelWorld, TripOnline SA, Travelocity, Hotwire, Agoda and Cheap Tickets so you can book your Dreamtime Travellers Rest reservations with confidence. We help millions of travellers each month to find the perfect hotel for both holiday and business trips, always with the best discounts and special offers.
    • Location
    • Australia >
    • Queensland >
    • Cairns Region >
    • Cairns
    • Also Known As
    • Dreamtime Travellers Rest Cairns, Queensland
    Show More Show Less
    Add Photo Photos
    All photos (177)
    Full view
    Traveller (111)
    Room & Suite (23)
    Dining (8)
    Pool & Beach (7)
    Hotel & Grounds (118)
    Family and Play Areas (14)
    Business Centre & Event Rooms (5)
    Bathroom (2)
    Nearby
    Nearby HotelsSee all 64 hotels in Cairns
    Tropical Heritage Cairns
    502 reviews
    .92 km away
     
    DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
    2,155 reviews
    1.01 km away
     
    Ibis Styles Cairns
    760 reviews
    .74 km away
     
    Shangri-La Hotel, The Marina, Cairns
    2,545 reviews
    1.28 km away
     
    Nearby Restaurants
    Green Ant Cantina
    282 reviews
    .13 km away
    Tosca Trattoria's Bar & Pizzeria
    125 reviews
    .27 km away
    Spoons Cafe
    33 reviews
    .37 km away
    Billy's Coffee
    24 reviews
    .42 km away
    Nearby Attractions
    Kuranda Scenic Railway
    3,061 reviews
    .23 km away
    Rusty's Market
    255 reviews
    .53 km away
    Jump the Beach
    26 reviews
    .64 km away
    Pro Dive Cairns Day Trips
    673 reviews
    .34 km away
    Questions & Answers
    Get quick answers from Dreamtime Travellers Rest staff and past guests.
    Note: your question will be posted publicly on the Questions & Answers page.
    Posting guidelines
    Submit
    Room Tips
    "Room 22, 1st floor right above reception, great verandah to lounge around on and exactly on top of the WiFi..."
    Read review
    "Room 23 is a private room very close to the toilet"
    Read review
    "If wanting female only, ask desk who's already booked into each room and they'll do their best to..."
    Read review
    "Make sure your room is not in full sun for the day so that you may rely on fans and avoid AC ,,,,less..."
    Read review
    Show More
    Is This Your TripAdvisor Listing?
    Own or manage this property? Claim your listing for free to respond to reviews, update your profile and much more. Claim Your Listing