A railway station named Kuranda Railway Station with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and ferns.

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Our top choices for Kuranda hostels

Terrace/patio

1. Little Drifter Cairns

Little Drifter Cairns
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (185 reviews)
"Nice clean room and friendly people, great location and modern amenities"
Australia
Frederick
$108 nightly
The price is $120
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
Little Drifter Cairns
Outdoor pool

2. YHA Cairns Central

YHA Cairns Central
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (234 reviews)
"Had a great stay, thanks!"
Australia
Ryoichi
$66 nightly
The price is $73
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
YHA Cairns Central
WiFi (free), bed sheets

3. The Espy Hostel

The Espy Hostel
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.6 out of 10, Good, (92 reviews)
"Great location"
Australia
Jennifer Ann
$58 nightly
The price is $65
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Total with taxes and fees
The Espy Hostel
Outdoor pool

4. Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
Parramatta Park
6.8 out of 10, (46 reviews)
"It was convenient enough to walk to the town and served it purpose of economics and convience."
Australia
ROBERT
$50 nightly
The price is $50
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Total with taxes and fees
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
Outdoor pool

5. 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, (455 reviews)
"Decent place to stay for the price. Good location."
United States
Andrea
$130 nightly
The price is $144
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Total with taxes and fees
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
Exterior

6. Caravella Backpackers

Caravella Backpackers
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (156 reviews)
"Great hotel"
Norway
Åge
$75 nightly
The price is $82
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Total with taxes and fees
Caravella Backpackers
Exterior

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
$102 nightly
The price is $113
Sep 11 - Sep 12
Total with taxes and fees
Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel
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Top Kuranda Hotel Reviews

Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

10/10 Excellent
"My stay at the Hilton Cairns was absolutely the best ever. Amenities, staff and food was second to none. Totally recommend as I have stayed at all the hotels. This Hotel is the place to stay whilst in Cairns. Do try and enjoy my experience."
Vesna 8-night trip
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Hilton Cairns

Find out more about Kuranda

Kuranda Hostels information

Number of reviews
585
Accommodation
17 Hostels
Lowest Price
$50
Highest Price
$144

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Kuranda?
You may like the prices at this top accommodation in the area, which has good reviews from our customers: Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns - 11.8 mi (19 km) from the heart of Kuranda. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool at this holiday park.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Kuranda?
Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's some information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually January and February with an average temp of 80°F, while the coldest months are August and July with an average of 70°F. The rainiest months in Kuranda are January, February, March, and December, with each month seeing an average of 11 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Kuranda?
Generally, Kuranda is known for its rainforest, gardens, and wildlife. Get out into nature with places like Rainforestation Nature Park, Barron Gorge National Park, and Kuranda National Park. Cultural attractions include Kuranda Arts Co-Op Gallery, Peter Jarver Gallery, and Australian Armour and Artillery Museum. Locals like to shop at Kuranda Original Rainforest Markets and Smithfield Shopping Centre.
What's the best way to get to and around Kuranda while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Kuranda in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS), 8.7 mi (14.1 km) away from the city center. When you're out and about, you may want to make use of public transit. If you're eager to explore more of the area, make your way to Kuranda Station to hop on a train.

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