Stayed at Gilligans at the end of a month's trip up the East Coast. Chose Gilligans because a lot of friends had recommended it to me. Its basically the same as a hotel! Much less hostelly than anywhere I stayed during my trip. I checked in fairly late and reception were quick and efficient (although slightly rude). The place is... more

Me and 2 of my friends stayed at Gilligan's for 5 nights in October 08. We arrived quite late and were checked into a 4 person dorm room on the 2nd floor. There was already one guy staying in the room, but there were only 2 clean beds (rather than 3) and some mouldy bread on the side and a... more

Stayed at Gilligans for 2 weeks, although only because friends were there and we thought it would be the greatest hostel ever as it likes to make out in the advertisements! I managed to get Bed Bugs, and was promptly told they could move me to a "Bed Bug Room" - this is where they send all people with bed... more

Location: Right in the heart of Cairns therefore cant be beaten. Checkin: Horrendous, arrived at 6 in the morning, were told check in at 2, had to sleep on bags in common room with tv blaring and cleaners under our feet at 8 o clock. Came back to reception at 2, told room not ready, came back at 4, collected... more

I stayed for 5 nights at Gilligans BED BUG Backpackers Resort - the first two nights my friend and I stayed in a 4-bed dorm and we thought we were in the best hostel ever ... anyway, things changed. 2 other friends joined us and we moved into a 8-bed dorm. First night was ok (ok it was loud, cause... more

Okay Backpackers Hotel to stay...but the bar next to the hotel was pretty noisy... more

I loved this place, I don't normally stay in so called 'hostels', but this was different, it was more like a holiday resort that a hostel. a more like a hotel. Excellent facilities, the bar area is perfect for meeting people if you're alone or in a group and want a beer. I stayed in a private double room, that... more

Of all the hostels i've stayed at this would have to the most impressive in terms of amenities. The bar/pool area is amazing! There's always people down there for a chat or you can have a quiet read down there! If you are going to stay there you need to be prepared for the party atmosphere. I wouldn't be staying... more

When we arrived at this hostel we were very impressed with the size and facilities there were to offer. However when we checked in the staff were rude and incredibly unhelpful. After staying a couple of nights (be warned you won't get much sleep because the bar is non stop with music!) two of our party woke up to find... more