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Our top choices for Cairns hostels

A spacious patio with a cushioned seating area, a fan, and potted plants.

1. The Espy Hostel

The Espy Hostel
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.8 out of 10, Good, (93 reviews)
"Great location"
Australia
Jennifer Ann
$61 nightly
The price is $68
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Total with taxes and fees
The Espy Hostel
An aerial view of a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees, with lounge chairs and a tiled deck area.

2. YHA Cairns Central

YHA Cairns Central
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (243 reviews)
"First time trying hostels but it was clean and staffs were nice. Easy access and it is perfect for budget travelers."
United States
Kalin
$65 nightly
The price is $71
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Total with taxes and fees
YHA Cairns Central
A pool area with lounge chairs and a bar area with umbrellas.

3. Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (459 reviews)
"Great place and lots of fun!"
United States
Ashton
$130 nightly
The price is $145
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Total with taxes and fees
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
A covered outdoor seating area with a sofa, round table, and potted plants.

4. Little Drifter Cairns

Little Drifter Cairns
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (187 reviews)
"Nice clean room and friendly people, great location and modern amenities"
Australia
Frederick
$71 nightly
The price is $79
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees
Little Drifter Cairns
A swimming pool surrounded by tropical plants and a house in the background.

5. Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
Parramatta Park
6.8 out of 10, (48 reviews)
"It was convenient enough to walk to the town and served it purpose of economics and convience."
Australia
ROBERT
$49 nightly
The price is $49
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
A resort with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

6. Caravella Backpackers

Caravella Backpackers
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (157 reviews)
"Great hotel"
Norway
Åge
$72 nightly
The price is $80
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
Caravella Backpackers
A clear swimming pool with white chairs and an umbrella, surrounded by lush greenery.

7. Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel

Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel
2.0 star property
Parramatta Park
7.6 out of 10, Good, (103 reviews)
"Property was very convenient for central Cairns. It was quiet and quaint, and very cosy."
Australia
David
$92 nightly
The price is $103
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in oven, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

8. Redhill Cairns Shared Living – Martyn St - Hostel

Redhill Cairns Shared Living – Martyn St - Hostel
2.0 star property
Parramatta Park
7.4 out of 10, Good, (6 reviews)
"This property is good,clean,value for money but Im not happy with my ,,accesible" room, ( Im not in wheelchair)ths is dump,on ground ( like a basement) level,close to kitchen and outdoor siting ,very noisy late evning,joung people ,made cooking,... I think not for people over 30 years old."
Australia
DRAGAN
Redhill Cairns Shared Living – Martyn St - Hostel
A covered patio area with a table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants.

9. Redhill Cairns Shared Living – Gatton St

Redhill Cairns Shared Living – Gatton St
2.0 star property
Parramatta Park
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Günstig, leichter Check-in und Check-out, gute Kommunikation. Gute Ausstattung."
Germany
Raffaella
Redhill Cairns Shared Living – Gatton St
A beach with white sand, palm trees, and a clear blue sea.

10. Redhill Cairns Shared Living – Pembroke St

Redhill Cairns Shared Living – Pembroke St
2.0 star property
Parramatta Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Stayed for a week and it was great, the staff are all very friendly, everything was clean, they provided all the information needed for check in, if I'm back in Cairns I'll stay here again."
Canada
Conrad
Redhill Cairns Shared Living – Pembroke St
A spacious lounge with leather sofas, wooden benches, and a high ceiling with chandeliers.

11. Temple Backpackers

Temple Backpackers
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
Temple Backpackers
A pool area with clear water, surrounded by palm trees and a shaded area.

12. Summer House Backpackers Cairns

Summer House Backpackers Cairns
2.0 star property
Cairns North
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (42 reviews)
"I really liked the resturant/bar at the hostel, really good food"
Australia
Anna
Summer House Backpackers Cairns
Pool

13. Global Backpackers Cairns

Global Backpackers Cairns
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (29 reviews)
"Great visit all good "
Australia
Anonymous traveler
Global Backpackers Cairns
A pool area with lounge chairs, a duck float, and palm trees.

14. Travellers Oasis - Hostel

Travellers Oasis - Hostel
2.0 star property
Parramatta Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (51 reviews)
"Great staff, wonderful location, and very nice accommodation."
United States
Rob
Travellers Oasis - Hostel
Gift shop

15. Nomads Esplanade

Nomads Esplanade
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
5.0 out of 10, (17 reviews)
"When we got there we found out the hotel didnt exist anymore. After a bit of exploring we found where we were booked, and it was crummy to say the least"
Australia
Spaceus
Nomads Esplanade
A hostel named 'Waterfront Backpackers Cairns' with a green door and a signboard advertising specials.

16. Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel

Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
5.4 out of 10, (42 reviews)
"Filthy. Bed had sand on it. Floors had weird stains. Air con locked out during peak heat times. Noisy. No lock on bathroom door leading directly from kitchen. "
Australia
D
Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel
Outdoor pool

17. Dreamtime Travellers Rest Hostel

Dreamtime Travellers Rest Hostel
2.0 star property
Parramatta Park
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (67 reviews)
"Staff very great, place with comfortable, youg people, all perfect even if we could hear other couple in bedrooms around us.."
Australia
Anonymous traveler
Dreamtime Travellers Rest Hostel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Cairns Hotel Reviews

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

8/10 Good
"Useful hotel to stay not far from airpprt and walkable to town. Appreciated dedicated parking. Not much character but room very spacious. Shower old but nice hot water. Breakfast expensive at 30 Dollars each so didnt get to try it"
Hilary 1-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

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Number of reviews
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Accommodation
17 Hostels
Lowest Price
$49
Highest Price
$145

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