Hostels in Cairns
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- Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,656 reviewsFrom$751 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,209 reviewsFrom$741 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,345 reviewsFrom$1041 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,140 reviewsFrom$761 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1Very Good - What previous guests thought, 600 reviewsFrom$791 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very Good - What previous guests thought, 143 reviewsFrom$1181 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very Good - What previous guests thought, 447 reviewsFrom$751 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 1,770 reviewsFrom$491 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1Good - What previous guests thought, 1,782 reviewsFrom$581 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 2,470 reviewsFrom$751 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 1,841 reviewsFrom$1471 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0Good - What previous guests thought, 303 reviewsFrom$511 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9Good - What previous guests thought, 559 reviewsFrom$601 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3Good - What previous guests thought, 606 reviewsFrom$771 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 791 reviewsFrom$431 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 617 reviewsFrom$491 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 889 reviewsFrom$611 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,896 reviews
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very Good - What previous guests thought, 126 reviews
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very Good - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews
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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.
Most booked hostels in Cairns and surrounding area in the past month
Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairns
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,345 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairns
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,656 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairns
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very Good - What previous guests thought, 447 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairns
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1Good - What previous guests thought, 1,780 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairns
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 791 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairns
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very Good - What previous guests thought, 144 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairns
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 2,470 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairns
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 1,841 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairns
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,896 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairns
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 1,770 reviews
Save money on hostels in Cairns and nearby – budget options available
Mad Monkey Central
CairnsBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 7.3Good - What previous guests thought, 606 reviewsKick back and enjoy a refreshing drink at our outdoor bar, serving up budget-friendly sips including locally brewed Coral Sea beer – perfect for those chilled pre-drinks to easily meet other travelers...
From $94.72 per nightMad Monkey Waterfront
CairnsBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 7.9Good - What previous guests thought, 559 reviewsYou simply can't beat our location – we're directly on the vibrant Cairns Esplanade, with the stunning Cairns Lagoon just across the street!
From $113.91 per nightBohemia Resort Cairns
CairnsBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 6.4Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 889 reviewsBohemia Resort Cairns provides accommodations close to the Cairns city center. There is a large outdoor undercover area overlooking the lagoon-style pools and landscaped gardens.
From $81.13 per nightGlobal Backpackers Cairns
CairnsBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,896 reviewsLocated in Cairns and with Cairns Station reachable within a 12-minute walk, Global Backpackers Cairns has a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.
MiHaven Shared Living - Martyn St
CairnsBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very Good - What previous guests thought, 126 reviewsFeaturing barbecue facilities, MiHaven Shared Living - Martyn St is located in Cairns in the Queensland region, a 15-minute walk from Cairns Station and 1.5 miles from Cairns Convention Center.
MiHaven Shared Living - Pembroke St
CairnsBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 45 reviewsLocated in Cairns, a 16-minute walk from Cairns Station, MiHaven Shared Living - Pembroke St provides accommodations with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and barbecue facilities.
MiHaven Shared Living - Gatton St
CairnsBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very Good - What previous guests thought, 15 reviewsLocated in Cairns and with Cairns Station reachable within a 18-minute walk, MiHaven Shared Living - Gatton St provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared...
Great access to the city center. Check these hostels in Cairns and nearby
Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns
CairnsCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 1,841 reviews2024 Renovation Revelation: A Bold Makeover Journey Begins – Brace Yourself for an Entirely Revamped Bathroom Experience!
From $147.21 per nightCairns City Backpackers Hostel
CairnsCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 6.9Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 617 reviewsLocated in Cairns, a 7-minute walk from Cairns Station, Cairns City Backpackers Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms and a garden.
From $52.34 per night
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- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 791 reviewsBest hostel in Cairns. Super social, nice events and cheap drinks at the bar. Location is in the heart of the city and you can literally walk everywhere in 5 minutes. Will definetly be back one dayGuest review byPiccioniSolo traveler
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,896 reviewsIn addition to the great location of the hostel, I really enjoyed the kitchen and common area on the top level. It's a great way to connect with people throughout the hostel. They do make sure that the hostel stays safe, asking all backpackers not to bring guests or people from outside.Guest review byJacquelineSolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $94.87Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,656 reviewsThis is a very nice hostel. The building has everything you need. They take great care for everyday cleanings. My dorm was mixed with bunk beds. There’s a safe under the bed for each person. Sheets were clean, and so the bathrooms.Guest review byVittoriaSolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $81.78Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,209 reviewsThis was the best hostel I’ve been so far. I stayed in the upstairs dorms which are very nice. With just 4/5 beds per room (not bunk beds for once). The building is not new but really nice with great vibes! Everybody was so chill…The common areas are great and the staff is awesome: thanks to Tim, Paul and Chelsea for what they do!Guest review byVittoriaSolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $94.72Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3Good - What previous guests thought, 606 reviewsThe breakfast was great, the hostel is extremely clean, i loved the common area, it’s so social I met lots of new people. The beds were extremely comfortable and everyone from staff is so nice and helpful. One of the best hostels I‘ve stayed in, also perfectly located, only 5-10 minute walk anywhere you wanna go. Really great hostel!!Guest review bySarahSolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $94.87Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,656 reviewsBest hostel I stayed in Australia! Staff is great, super helpful and thoughtful! The hostel is super clean and bedrooms comfortable. Stayed in a 3-bed dormitory and I felt like home. You can also feel that this place is so special that it creates a very calm ambiance amongst guests. There are different common areas/kitchens for each group of bedrooms. The hostel is located just beside the bus station and a commercial center where there is a supermarket and some stores open until 10 Pm.Guest review byNathalieSolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $147.21Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 1,841 reviewsvery Social place if you like to party, cheap drinks for hostel guests. was pretty clean and even had a little workout room; pool area is very big and chill great location next to Rusty’s MarketGuest review byVictoriaSolo traveler
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,896 reviewsKitchen has a terrace which looks across the esplanade, so nice to sit & cook up there. Each floor of rooms had a sofa area outside to chill which I’ve never seen in a hostel before & was great to have a space other than your bunk bed. Great location & cheapGuest review byNahumYoung couple
- Avg. price/night: $94.72Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3Good - What previous guests thought, 606 reviewsAs a backpacker, one of the best hostels I've been to, the hostel itself is very welcoming and the people very close. I've been here for a month and a half and I've felt at home. It is great that breakfast is included and the kitchen is very large and clean, there is no space problem as it usually happens in other hostels. There is a bar in the hostel and the drinks are cheap, they also hold events in the hostel and it allows you to meet a lot of people. Would repeat again without a doubt!!Guest review byLaiaSolo traveler
