Hostels in Cairns, Australia

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Cairns, QLD, Australia
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Summer House Backpackers Cairns
Summer House Backpackers Cairns
7.6 Good
341 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
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1.5 mi from city center, Cairns, QLD, Australia 
GoodBased on 1,263 reviews
7.6

Boasting a swimming pool, an outdoor pool and a private beach, Summer House Backpackers Cairns is situated in Cairns and offers comfortable accommodation. It is located a 10-minute car ride from Cairns Airport and an airport transfer is provided for guests.

Cairns Central Yha
8.1 Excellent
20-26 Mcleod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
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0.2 mi from city center, Cairns, QLD, Australia 
ExcellentBased on 1,098 reviews
8.1

Centrally situated, Cairns Central YHA offers easy access to Cairns's best hot spots. It also provides an outdoor pool, meeting rooms and an express check-in and check-out feature.

Dreamtime Travellers Rest
Dreamtime Travellers Rest
8.5 Excellent
4 Terminus Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
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0.2 mi from city center, Cairns, QLD, Australia 
ExcellentBased on 649 reviews
8.5

Situated within walking distance of Reef Fleet Terminal, Dreamtime Travellers Rest provides guests with an ideal base when visiting Cairns. It also provides a free shuttle service, an outdoor pool and an express check-in and check-out feature.

Mad Monkey Central
Mad Monkey Central
7.3 Good
100-102 Sheridan St, Cairns, QLD, Australia
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0.0 mi from city center, Cairns, QLD, Australia 
GoodBased on 465 reviews
7.3

Centrally located, Mad Monkey Backpackers Cairns allows for easy access to Cairns's best hot spots. It also provides an outdoor pool, a sun deck and free Wi-Fi.

Bounce Cairns
7.2 Good
117 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
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0.1 mi from city center, Cairns, QLD, Australia 
GoodBased on 695 reviews
7.2

Featuring an on-site bar, this central Cairns hostel is located just a short walk from Cairns Central and The Reef Hotel Casino. It also features an outdoor pool, a swimming pool and free Wi-Fi.

Caravella Backpackers
9.4 Excellent
149 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
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0.5 mi from city center, Cairns, QLD, Australia 
ExcellentBased on 6 reviews
9.4

Conveniently situated, Caravella Backpackers allows for easy access to Cairns's best hot spots. It provides complimentary Wi-Fi, an express check-in and check-out feature and an outdoor pool.

Travellers Oasis
Travellers Oasis
9.0 Excellent
8 Scott St, Cairns, QLD, Australia
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0.3 mi from city center, Cairns, QLD, Australia 
ExcellentBased on 861 reviews
9.0

This cosy hostel is situated close to Cairns Central in Cairns. It also offers an outdoor pool, free Wi-Fi and luggage storage.

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Cheapest month:January
Most expensive month:September
Average price in Cairns:$47/night
Cheapest price found:$14/night
Cheapest day:Monday
Most expensive day:Sunday
$17 - $109
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$18 - $74
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Top-rated Cairns hostels

Our users rated these hostels as some of the best places to stay in Cairns. Take a look at user reviews to learn why these properties were rated the best.
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Asylum Cairns Backpackers Hostel
Asylum Cairns Backpackers Hostel
4.0 Okay
149 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
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0.4 mi from city center, Cairns, QLD, Australia 

Centrally situated, Asylum Cairns Backpackers Hostel offers easy access to Cairns's best hot spots. It also features an outdoor pool, a tour desk and luggage storage.

$53
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Cheapest hostels in Cairns, Australia

These Cairns properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. If you have the flexibility, change the dates selected to compare prices.
The Jack Backpackers
The Jack Backpackers
7.2 Good
Cnr Spence & Sheridan Sts, Cairns, QLD, Australia
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0.3 mi from city center, Cairns, QLD, Australia 

Conveniently situated, The Jack Backpackers offers easy access to Cairns's best tourist attractions. Those staying at the property can also make use of complimentary Wi-Fi.

$16
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Global Backpackers Cairns
Global Backpackers Cairns
8.5 Excellent
67 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
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0.4 mi from city center, Cairns, QLD, Australia 

Centrally situated, Global Backpackers Waterfront offers easy access to Cairns's main tourist attractions. Just a short stroll from Esplanade Lagoon, it provides comfortable rooms equipped with a ceiling fan and free wireless internet access.

$17
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Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
7.4 Good
274 Draper Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
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0.4 mi from city center, Cairns, QLD, Australia 

Situated in Cairns, the hostel is a short walk from Cairns Central and offers a swimming pool and an outdoor pool. It is set amongst a range of restaurants and cafés and is minutes on foot from Cairns Railway Station.

$20
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Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
7.6 Good
57-89 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
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0.2 mi from city center, Cairns, QLD, Australia 

Gilligans Backpackers Hotel & Resort is situated in Cairns and is close to nearby attractions, such as The Reef Hotel Casino and Cairns Central. It is close to the area's tourist hot spots and is minutes on foot from Reef Fleet Terminal.

$24
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Mad Monkey Village
Mad Monkey Village
7.8 Good
141 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
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0.4 mi from city center, Cairns, QLD, Australia 

Centrally located, Mad Monkey Backpackers Village allows for easy access to Cairns's main tourist attractions. It also offers an outdoor pool, a 24-hour reception and a free shuttle service.

$26
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Mad Monkey Waterfront
Mad Monkey Waterfront
7.9 Good
93A Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
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0.3 mi from city center, Cairns, QLD, Australia 

Conveniently situated, Mad Monkey Backpackers Waterfront allows for easy access to Cairns's popular hot spots. It provides free Wi-Fi, a designated smoking area and a tour desk.

$26
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Hostel prices in Cairns

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Other accommodations in Cairns

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Bohemia Resort Cairns
6.6 Good
231 McLeod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
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1.2 mi from city center, Cairns, QLD, Australia 

Located in Cairns, the resort is a short drive from Cairns Central and Kuranda Scenic Railway. It has a gym, as well as a swimming pool, a Jacuzzi and an outdoor pool.

$44
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Cairns Treetop Retreat Private Luxury Resort Home
Cairns Treetop Retreat Private Luxury Resort Home
10.0 Excellent
6-8 Frond Close, Cairns, QLD, Australia
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5.8 mi from city center, Cairns, QLD, Australia 

Boasting a sauna, a Jacuzzi and an outdoor pool, Treetops Retreat Cairns is located in Cairns and offers comfortable accommodation. It also provides a tour desk.

$243
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Mantra Trilogy
7.0 Good
101 - 105 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
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0.3 mi from city center, Cairns, QLD, Australia 

Conveniently positioned, Mantra Trilogy allows for easy access to Cairns's best sightseeing areas. There is also a gym with a swimming pool.

$136
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Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
8.2 Excellent
122 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
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0.2 mi from city center, Cairns, QLD, Australia 

Situated in Cairns, the resort is within walking distance of Cairns Central and offers an outdoor pool, outdoor tennis courts and a private beach. It is ideally located in the city centre.

$160
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The Abbott Boutique Hotel
8.8 Excellent
69 Abbott St, Cairns, QLD, Australia
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0.4 mi from city center, Cairns, QLD, Australia 

Centrally positioned, The Abbott Boutique Hotel allows for easy access to Cairns's popular tourist attractions. Guests can also make the most of complimentary internet in all areas.

$120
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Hilton Cairns
8.3 Excellent
34 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
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0.5 mi from city center, Cairns, QLD, Australia 

Centrally situated, Hilton Cairns allows for easy access to Cairns's best hot spots. Guests have access to a swimming pool, a sauna and an outdoor pool.

$149
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Kurrimine Beach Holiday Park
Kurrimine Beach Holiday Park
8.0 Excellent
Kurrimine Beach, QLD, Australia
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0.8 mi from city center, Kurrimine Beach, QLD, Australia 

Providing a swimming pool, a sauna and an outdoor pool, this comfortable property is an easy car trip from El Arish. It also offers a playground, meeting rooms and a kids pool.

$27
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First City Caravilla
First City Caravilla
7.4 Good
Cairns, QLD, Australia
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2.2 mi from city center, Cairns, QLD, Australia 

Located in Cairns, First City Caravilla is within easy reach of Cairns Central and Kuranda Scenic Railway. It also offers an outdoor pool, a bowling alley and free Wi-Fi.

$58
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