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 8.8/10 based on 140 reviews.
• Only 0.2 km away - easily reach iPlay Cairns.
• Nightly rates: $23 to $206
2. Gilligan‘s Backpackers Hotel & Resort
• Enjoy Bar, Tour and ticket booking service, and Laundry service (on-site).
• Rated 8.2/10 based on 84 reviews.
• Only 0.19 km away - easily reach Cairns Museum.
• Nightly rates: $29 to $202
3. Bohemia Resort Cairns
• Enjoy Garden, Eco tours, and Luggage storage.
• Rated 7.6/10 based on 69 reviews.
• Steps from NRMA Cairns Holiday Park (0.37 km).
• Price range: $27-$207.
All prices shown are for February 6-February 12, as listed on Trip.com.
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99+
Hotel near Cairns City,Cairns
Featured facilities: Laundry room, Luggage storage, Shared kitchen
Very Good
84 reviews
8.2/10
1 night
From $21
99
Hotel near Cairns City,Cairns North
Featured facilities: Laundry service (on-site), Luggage storage
Good
69 reviews
7.6/10
1 night
From $43
81
Hotel near Cairns City,Cairns
Featured facilities: Laundry room, Luggage storage, Shared kitchen
Very Good
140 reviews
8.9/10
1 night
From $22
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99+
Hotel near Cairns City,Cairns
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Very Good
17 reviews
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99+
Hotel near Cairns City,Cairns
Featured facilities: Washing machine, Luggage storage, Shared kitchen
Great
41 reviews
9.0/10
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From $36
99+
Hotel near Cairns City,Parramatta Park
Featured facilities: Laundry service (on-site), Luggage storage
Very Good
13 reviews
8.7/10
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From $42
99+
Hotel near Cairns City,Cairns
Featured facilities: Laundry room, Luggage storage, Shared kitchen
Very Good
12 reviews
8.6/10
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Good
54 reviews
7.6/10
1 night
From $40
63
Hotel near Cairns City,Parramatta Park
Featured facilities: Shared kitchen
Outstanding
1 review
10.0/10
55
Hotel near Cairns City,Parramatta Park
Featured facilities: Laundry service (on-site), Shared kitchen
10 reviews
6.8/10
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From $49
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7.8/10
Good
GGuest UserThe hotel was about 12 mins walk to the main town centre. Not too bad but can be tiring to go back and forth. Very close to Muddy's Playground and Cafe.
Facilities were basic, clean rooms, spacious. Good water pressure. Convenient to have a Chinese restaurant on-site.
Comfort Inn Cairns City
Hotel near Cairns City, Cairns 100% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:$79
7.6/10
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:$53
7.4/10
GGuest UserOnly lost one point from me, because of the WiFi signal but I can live without I'm just glad I don't have the kids with me. Personally apart from that my stay was flawless. It has the perfect, location, service, security, cleanliness, not overly priced and I've also saved a lot of cigarettes (because I'm too lazy to walk outside to have one). Then there's the bed!! Wow the bed is lovely, on arrival I had things to do but I laid down for a ”little bit” and I woke up at midnight 😬😮😁
I will definitely be returning in the future. .
Cairns Queens Court
Hotel near Cairns City, Cairns North 100% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:$53
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.
7.4/10
AAnonymous UserIt's all okay. Great stay. Quiet and full kitchen amenities. We enjoyed our stay.
7.4/10
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:$70
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:$76
6.5/10
YYIIt is very rare to have a hotel of this price during the Spring Festival, so if this hotel can meet the basic needs of rest, in addition to additional facilities, it is really good value for money!
First of all, the location of the hotel is a certain distance from the city center. It is a half-hour walk, but there is nothing to visit in the city, it is nothing more than a supermarket to buy things.
Secondly, the hotel's facilities are complete, basic things are available, and you can rest well at night. There is also a kitchenette in the room where you can cook your own meals, which is really a bonus.
Finally, because it is a motel, the service is basically absent, but the front desk staff are very enthusiastic, so there will be no uncomfortable feeling.
Reef Palms Motel Apartments
Hotel near Cairns City, Cairns North 100% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:$73
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 $23) , Gilligan‘s Backpackers Hotel & Resort (from $29) and Bohemia Resort Cairns (from $27) are good options.
How much for staying Hostels in Cairns?
For Hostels in Cairns, the average price is $84 on weekdays, and $85 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 $23) , Gilligan‘s Backpackers Hotel & Resort (from $29) and Bohemia Resort Cairns (from $27) are very popular.
Which Hostels in Cairns offer a gym?
Among Hostels in Cairns, Gilligan‘s Backpackers Hotel & Resort (from $29) has great fitness facilities.
Do any Hostels in Cairns offer breakfast?
Comfort Inn Cairns City (from $75), YHA Cairns Central (from $23) and Cairns Queens Court (from $57) provide high-quality breakfast.
Which Hostels in Cairns provide parking spaces?
YHA Cairns Central (from $23), Gilligan‘s Backpackers Hotel & Resort (from $29) and Bohemia Resort Cairns (from $27) have parking spaces.
Which Hostels in Cairns have bars?
Cairns Hostels Information
| Total Properties | 10 |
|---|---|
| Number of Reviews | 1,193 |
| Highest Price | $693 |
| Lowest Price | $27 |
| Weekend Avg. Price | $85 |
| Weekday Avg. Price | $84 |
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