Cairns Hostels
For a social and budget-friendly stay, book a bed at a hostel in Cairns. It's ideal for solo travelers and groups alike, with common areas perfect for swapping stories or planning the next day's adventure. For the best experience, choose a hostel with free walking tours, a guest kitchen, and secure lockers.
Trip.com Featured Hostels in Cairns
1. YHA Cairns Central
• Your stay includes Garden, Outdoor furniture, and Languages spoken at front desk.
• Rated 8.9/10 based on 196 reviews.
• Only 0.16 km away - easily reach iPlay Cairns.
• Nightly rates: INR 2,339 to INR 29,582
2. Little Drifter Cairns
• Featuring Halal meals provided, Tour and ticket booking service, and Handrails on stairs.
• A 9.2/10 rating based on 60 reviews.
• Just a 0.03 km walk from Timezone Cairns.
• Nightly rates: INR 2,813 to INR 38,203
3. Gilligan‘s Backpackers Hotel & Resort
• Enjoy Bar, Tour and ticket booking service, and Laundry service (on-site).
• Rated 8.6/10 based on 99 reviews.
• Only 0.19 km away - easily reach Cairns Museum.
• Nightly rates: INR 2,381 to INR 18,440
All prices shown are for June 25-July 1, as listed on Trip.com.
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77
Hotel near Cairns City,Cairns
Featured facilities: Laundry room, Luggage storage, Shared kitchen
Very Good
198 reviews
8.9/10
1 night
From INR 2,454
93
Hotel near Cairns City,Cairns
Featured facilities: Laundry room, Luggage storage, Shared kitchen
Very Good
99 reviews
8.6/10
1 night
From INR 2,175
99+
Hotel near Cairns City,Cairns
Featured facilities: Luggage storage, Shared kitchen
Great
63 reviews
9.2/10
1 night
From INR 3,333
99+
Hotel near Cairns City,Cairns North
Featured facilities: Laundry service (on-site), Luggage storage
86 reviews
6.7/10
1 night
From INR 4,755
36
Very Good
63 reviews
8.3/10
1 night
From INR 2,384
90
Hotel near Cairns City,Cairns
Featured facilities: Laundry room, Luggage storage, Shared kitchen
Very Good
10 reviews
8.3/10
46
Hotel near Cairns City,Parramatta Park
Featured facilities: Shared kitchen
Outstanding
1 review
10/10
99+
Hotel near Cairns City,Parramatta Park
Featured facilities: Laundry service (on-site), Luggage storage
Very Good
11 reviews
8.8/10
1 night
From INR 4,337
53
Hotel near Cairns City,Parramatta Park
Featured facilities: Laundry service (on-site), Luggage storage, Shared kitchen
Good
2 reviews
7.8/10
99+
Hotel near Cairns City,Cairns
Featured facilities: Laundry service (on-site), Luggage storage, Shared kitchen
Very Good
24 reviews
8.6/10
1 night
From INR 2,120
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7.9/10
Good
GGuest UserFelt likd my old boss wings was playing head games somehoe ingluencing othersnegativly towatds my life the took advantage of hotel to put me on display felt very uneasy watched anf a vety blank feeli g of what yhe actual fuk happening at same time felt ve tree u sqfe and secure. Not a bad place if you dont have what i can only logicly asaume to be menyal issues very clean
Comfort Inn Cairns City
Hotel near Cairns City, Cairns 100% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:INR 8,520
7.8/10
Good
___jtLocation is not too bad. Situated a 15 minute walk away from the waters and main restaurant area. Situated on a main road but quiet at night. They let us put down our luggage when we couldn’t check in yet and leave it there after we’d checked out and waited for our flight. The young female receptionist was very helpful and nice.
Cairns Queens Court
Hotel near Cairns City, Cairns North 100% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:INR 6,261
7.7/10
Good
李李It is far away from the cruise ship terminal. It takes about 30 minutes to walk. The boss service is very enthusiastic. It should be fixed for 3 nights and solved. There is a 7-11 convenience store next to it. It is a little more expensive than the big supermarket in the city center. There are two Chinese restaurants next to it. The taste and the amount of food are OK. The price is cheaper than the city center. Overall good.
Aspect Central
Hotel near Cairns City, Cairns North 100% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:INR 5,424
7.7/10
Good
GGuest UserCustomer service here is the best we’ve had in Australia! All the staff were so friendly and accommodating. When we had an issue with our room, we were switched rooms with no bother at all - which was such a relief. Really reccomend if you’r staying in cairns ! Thank you!
7.5/10
QQINGThis hotel is very good. We are a family of three adults and one child. The room is very large, with a double bed (1.5 meters wide) and two single beds, separate bathroom, refrigerator, microwave oven, dishes, cutlery and forks. Spoons and toasters are very convenient. The hotel has no breakfast and no extra bed. It is suitable for a family. It can be said to be very good at this price. The hotel also has free parking spaces, free Wi-Fi, and a small swimming pool. The hotel is 1.2 kilometers away from the bustling beach area. You can eat and drink when you stroll. The location of the hotel is within the range of free pick-up and drop-off for day trips, which is very convenient.
Cairns City Motel
Hotel near Cairns City, Cairns 100% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:INR 8,478
7.4/10
GGuest UserBed is comfy, sheets are clean but blankets looks not washed, so we did not use it. Toilet is clean and love the shower. Facility is really old, needs updating.
7.0/10
GGuest UserThe best hostel for backpackers! Everyone is so friendly, it doesn’t take long to be part of the family. You get free rice, pasta and oats. There are events throughout the weekend with free food. The overall vibe of the hostel is just lovely :) defo recommend!
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Hotel near Cairns City, Cairns 100% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:INR 6,233
6.7/10
GGuest UserWhen the plane arrives at the hotel by TAXI, the fare is 26 knives. The hotel is located near Cairns central. After going left for 30 meters, there is an alley to the east. You can see through the alleys. The supermarkets are all available. The Cairns Railway Station is also here, and you can also take the train from other cities. Go east along Cairns central, then turn right to the pier and walk for about 15 minutes. It is full of bunk beds, suitable for backpackers and young people who are traveling poorly. The public bathroom is very clean and kitchen utensils are provided free of charge. There is a leisure area and swimming pool in the courtyard on the first floor. If English is good enough, you can make a lot of friends. The front desk, a man, a woman and two are very friendly, in short, an unforgettable trip!
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
Hotel near Cairns City, Parramatta Park 100% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:INR 4,657
6.6/10
李李The only regrettable hotel in Australia and New Zealand.
Let me talk about the advantages firstly: it is close to the beach, only a few minutes walk, you can walk, no beach, and the sea water is cloudy. Walk to the city center for about half an hour and there are buses.
Besides the disadvantages: the hotel is old, the Wi-Fi signal is often not available, the room is crammed, the kitchen operation table is next to the bed, and you have to be very careful when washing. There was also a striking warning-1,000 fines for triggering a smoke alarm. The swimming pool downstairs was completely unused, with leaves and unknown objects floating in it.
The most frustrating thing is that the ants on the wall are all in the tea cup after returning for a while. At night I crawled into my neck!
Will not go again.
Reef Palms Motel Apartments
Hotel near Cairns City, Cairns North 100% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:INR 9,105
6.6/10
JJIWUBecause I want to transfer from Cairns to Bamaga, I booked this hotel. I am optimistic that it is relatively close to the airport, about 5 kilometers. The room is quite big, less than 30 square meters, and the price-performance ratio is relatively high. The hotel before arrival Through my customer service, I informed the key pick-up code and the code of the hotel door, because the hotel door is locked after 0:00 to 5:30 in the morning, but I have to leave early because of the early flight. This hotel is still very considerate. ,Not bad
Tropical Queenslander
Hotel near Cairns City, Cairns North 100% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:INR 9,343
Frequently Asked Questions
What are some of the best Hostels in Cairns?
Whether you are traveling to Cairns for business or tourism, YHA Cairns Central (from INR 2,342) , Little Drifter Cairns (from INR 2,816) and Gilligan‘s Backpackers Hotel & Resort (from INR 2,384) are good options.
How much for staying Hostels in Cairns?
For Hostels in Cairns, the average price is INR 9,371 on weekdays, and INR 9,754 on weekends (Friday–Saturday).
Do any Hostels in Cairns have a pool?
Want to enjoy a swimming pool during your trip? There are many Hostels in Cairns with a pool. YHA Cairns Central (from INR 2,342) , Gilligan‘s Backpackers Hotel & Resort (from INR 2,384) and Cairns Queens Court (from INR 6,749) are very popular.
Which Hostels in Cairns offer a gym?
Among Hostels in Cairns, Gilligan‘s Backpackers Hotel & Resort (from INR 2,384) has great fitness facilities.
Do any Hostels in Cairns offer breakfast?
YHA Cairns Central (from INR 2,342) provides high-quality breakfast.
Which Hostels in Cairns provide parking spaces?
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Cairns Hostels Information
| Total properties | 12 |
|---|---|
| Number of reviews | 1,347 |
| Highest price | INR 95,642 |
| Lowest price | INR 2,928 |
| Weekend Avg. Price | INR 9,754 |
| Weekday Avg. Price | INR 9,371 |
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