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Case Study

Commercial Renovation at Gilligan’s Backpackers

Project Type: Commercial Hotel Renovation – Hospitality Venue Upgrade
Project Status: Completed
Client: Gilligan’s Backpackers Hotel & Resort
Location: Cairns, QLD

Transformation

From tired interiors to modern, guest-ready spaces

Outdated rooms and bathrooms were transformed into clean, modern spaces designed for comfort and durability. The upgrade improved the overall guest experience while ensuring the finishes could handle constant daily use in a busy accommodation setting.

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Project Brief

Refreshing one of Cairns’ busiest accommodation venues

Located in the heart of Cairns, Gilligan’s Backpackers Hotel & Resort is one of the city’s most well-known tourist destinations. MYBUILD Commercial was engaged to deliver a large-scale refurbishment, upgrading over 100 bathrooms and guest rooms to modern standards.

The goal was to refresh the property and future-proof the venue, creating stylish, guest-friendly spaces while ensuring long-term durability for high daily use.

  • Over 100 bathrooms and guest rooms refurbished
  • Modern bathroom finishes installed
  • Guest room layouts improved
  • Commercial-grade fixtures fitted
  • Work staged to reduce disruption
  • Durable finishes selected for high daily use
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Key Features

What was included in the renovation

Bathroom Transformations

Dated tiles were replaced with modern dark grey finishes, upgraded vanities and improved LED lighting.

Room Enhancements

Guest rooms were refreshed with new wall finishes, upgraded flooring, brighter lighting and improved layouts.

Commercial-Grade Fixtures

Durable taps, showers and fittings were selected to handle constant use in a busy hospitality environment.

Smart Storage

Integrated storage solutions improved room organisation and overall guest comfort.

Durable Materials

Materials were chosen to perform in Cairns’ humid climate and withstand heavy daily use.

The Result

Modern, durable rooms built for daily guest use

Completed: Completed
Location: Cairns, QLD
Scope: 100+ rooms and bathrooms
Sector: Hospitality Renovation