The location wasn't completely central but there was a free shuttle bus that went from Calypso to the center of town every hour which was so useful! When we first checked in the receptionist was really welcoming and friendly and throughout our whole stay the staff were really helpful. Rooms were basic but clean. The bar and pool was a... More

#1 Great Barrier Reef. #2 Calypso Inn!!!!!! I have travelled Australia for over 3 years now and stayed at a lot of hostels in Cairns and this is by far the best. Also do not listen to anyone when they say it is too far out of town, it is a 10 minute walk at most if you dont feel... More

good for a relaxed atmosphere, perfect for before going on a diving trip or similar. No BYO unfortunately since there is a bar, but no major qualms. Nice, friendly people with a free shuttle, luggage storage, cheap breakfast. Clean, large rooms, pool, etc.

I have stayed there for 2 weeks, still currently staying there, and I love it and so does my travel mates! Been in Australia for 6 weeks now, drove all the way up from Sydney, and this is one of the most chill places I have been. Great staff, very helpful, free shuttle to and from town, activities every night... More

I stayed in a 6 bed female dorm but I was lucky to only have three other roomies with me. The rooms were on the small side but I still had a good night's sleep. The staff took care of me as soon as I stepped through the door. They are very knowledgeable and it made me wish I didn't... More

I absolutely enjoyed every minute at Calypso Inn! The staff we're so friendly- always helping us with any queries on our adventure activities. They made sure that we were well looked after from the bar to the beds to the shuttles into town! Breakfast was a mere $4 for cereal and toast and there were always waters, OJS and Beers... More

You put this hostel in Cairns central and it's perfect!!! Although it is only a 15min walk to the centre and they offer a free shuttle on the hour, I could help but thing this should 'in there' the bar, pool, staff and rooms were all awesome with the air con being a nice treat! The trip knowledge of the... More

Me and my partner decided to travel through Cairns and stay there for maybe 4 or 5 nights. we found this backpackers on hostelbookers.com and it was the most reasonably priced one with all the facilities we wanted so we booked it up. After arriving and meeting all the Calypso family, we decided to prolong our stay a little more... More

The way to sum up Calypso is how I view it, I went intending to stay for two weeks and ended up staying for two months. I absolutely loved the place, the atmosphere is what I seek out in places I visit and Calypso is filled with an amazing one. The rooms are decent for a hostel and the pool... More