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1. Little Drifter Cairns

Little Drifter Cairns
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (189 reviews)
"The best hostel we have ever stayed at. Location is perfect plus next door to Woolworths, everything is run and maintained really well. And the evening specials were a lovely bonus"
Australia
Ann
$72 nightly
The price is $80
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Little Drifter Cairns

2. Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel

Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Yeppoon
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (65 reviews)
"Right across the street from the beach and a caffe serving all levels of breakfast and lunch 40 meters away"
Australia
Derek
$75 nightly
The price is $82
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel

3. Bounce Magnetic Island

Bounce Magnetic Island
3.0 star property
Horseshoe Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (83 reviews)
"This is an excellent place to experience a tropical island. Peaceful relaxing and a friendly happy atmosphere. Staff were great, amenities were clean facilities like bar pool and kitchen really good."
Australia
Robert
$88 nightly
The price is $96
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Total with taxes and fees
Bounce Magnetic Island

4. The Jack Backpackers

The Jack Backpackers
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
$50 nightly
The price is $56
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Total with taxes and fees
The Jack Backpackers

5. Dougies Backpackers

Dougies Backpackers
1.5 star property
Port Douglas
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (18 reviews)
"Great place, no complaints. "
United States
Kaidan
$68 nightly
The price is $75
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Total with taxes and fees
Dougies Backpackers

6. YHA Cairns Central

YHA Cairns Central
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (251 reviews)
"The kitchen was well stocked and had lits of cupboards and fridges for keeping your own food organised. Great wifi, The room was a good size with a very comfortable bed. Staff were super helpful. The laundry had washers and dryers ehich was good. The location was great. We could walk across the road to the supermarket and close to lots of restaurants and pubs."
Australia
Carolyn
$56 nightly
The price is $61
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Total with taxes and fees
YHA Cairns Central

7. On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel

On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
Yungaburra
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (120 reviews)
"Lovely chill place to stay - wish we had longer Looks like a place you could really relax and enjoy a chilled out pace of life for a while"
United Kingdom
Fiona
$33 nightly
The price is $36
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Total with taxes and fees
On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel

8. Avenues Xchange

Avenues Xchange
1.0 star property
Hermit Park
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (103 reviews)
"Great staff, beautiful house"
Australia
Zoe
$39 nightly
The price is $43
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Total with taxes and fees
Avenues Xchange

9. The Espy Hostel

The Espy Hostel
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.6 out of 10, Good, (97 reviews)
"Would recommend their single room for solo travellers! Really helpful staff and affordable and safe!"
Canada
Fathima
$60 nightly
The price is $66
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
The Espy Hostel

10. Jackaroo Treehouse Mission Beach - Hostel

Jackaroo Treehouse Mission Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Bingil Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (54 reviews)
"Amazing atmosphere among rainforest, loved the stay!"
Australia
Daria
$71 nightly
The price is $78
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Total with taxes and fees
Jackaroo Treehouse Mission Beach - Hostel

11. 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, (464 reviews)
"Great place and lots of fun!"
United States
Ashton
$129 nightly
The price is $143
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Total with taxes and fees
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

12. Caravella Backpackers

Caravella Backpackers
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (161 reviews)
"Good value. Ok beds, and good a/c. Very basic. Staff is very nice."
United States
katri
$71 nightly
The price is $78
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Caravella Backpackers

13. 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
$48 nightly
The price is $48
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Total with taxes and fees
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

14. Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel
2.0 star property
Nelly Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (67 reviews)
"Friendly staff and amazing views !!"
Australia
Evyenia
$205 nightly
The price is $226
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

15. 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)
"Short but magical stay - loved the historic building, the courtyard and pool were wonderfully social, and the location could not have been better for getting to a world class chamber orchestra performance; wide ranging street food; and boarding the Spirit of Queensland train for an epic journey south. "
Australia
Derek
$100 nightly
The price is $110
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Total with taxes and fees
Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel

16. Gladstone Backpackers

Gladstone Backpackers
2.0 star property
Gladstone Central
7.2 out of 10, Good, (26 reviews)
"Exceptional service. Mariana was very helpful. Rooms were clean. Comfortable and homey vibe."
Australia
Amani
$90 nightly
The price is $99
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Total with taxes and fees
Gladstone Backpackers
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Accommodation
24 Hostels
Lowest Price
$36
Highest Price
$226

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