Hostels in Cairns
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The best hostels in Cairns
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- Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,653 reviewsFromUS$891 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,212 reviewsFromUS$741 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,347 reviewsFromUS$1051 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,146 reviewsFromUS$691 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very good - What previous guests thought, 602 reviewsFromUS$761 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very good - What previous guests thought, 140 reviewsFromUS$1051 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very good - What previous guests thought, 441 reviewsFromUS$761 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 1,768 reviewsFromUS$421 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1Good - What previous guests thought, 1,784 reviewsFromUS$591 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 2,468 reviewsFromUS$751 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 1,847 reviewsFromUS$1481 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0Good - What previous guests thought, 302 reviewsFromUS$501 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9Good - What previous guests thought, 560 reviewsFromUS$551 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3Good - What previous guests thought, 607 reviewsFromUS$781 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9Good - What previous guests thought, 795 reviewsFromUS$431 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 617 reviewsFromUS$491 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 893 reviewsFromUS$611 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,899 reviews
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very good - What previous guests thought, 125 reviews
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very good - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews
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Budget travellers know that there is 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 bit more.
Most booked hostels in Cairns and surroundings in the past month
Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairns
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,347 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairns
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,653 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairns
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9Good - What previous guests thought, 795 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairns
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very good - What previous guests thought, 441 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairns
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1Good - What previous guests thought, 1,784 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairns
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very good - What previous guests thought, 140 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairns
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 2,468 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairns
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 1,847 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairns
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,899 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Cairns
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 1,768 reviews
No credit card needed to book these hostels in Cairns and nearby
Global Backpackers Cairns
CairnsNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,899 reviewsSituated in Cairns and with Cairns Station reachable within 1.1 km, Global Backpackers Cairns features a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.
MiHaven Shared Living - Martyn St
CairnsNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very good - What previous guests thought, 125 reviewsFeaturing barbecue facilities, MiHaven Shared Living - Martyn St is set in Cairns in the Queensland region, 1.3 km from Cairns Station and 2.4 km from Cairns Convention Centre.
MiHaven Shared Living - Pembroke St
CairnsNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 45 reviewsSet in Cairns, 1.4 km from Cairns Station, MiHaven Shared Living - Pembroke St offers accommodation with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and barbecue facilities.
MiHaven Shared Living - Gatton St
CairnsNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very good - What previous guests thought, 15 reviewsLocated in Cairns and with Cairns Station reachable within 1.5 km, MiHaven Shared Living - Gatton St provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.
Great access to the city centre. Check these hostels in Cairns and nearby
Mad Monkey Central
CairnsCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.3Good - What previous guests thought, 607 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...
From US$80.88 per nightMad Monkey Waterfront
CairnsCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.9Good - What previous guests thought, 560 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 US$77.77 per nightCairns City Backpackers Hostel
CairnsCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 6.9Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 617 reviewsLocated in Cairns, 700 metres from Cairns Station, Cairns City Backpackers Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms and a garden.
From US$52.73 per nightBohemia Resort Cairns
CairnsCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 6.4Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 893 reviewsBohemia Resort Cairns provides accommodation close to the Cairns city centre. There is a large outdoor undercover area overlooking the lagoon-style pools and landscaped gardens.
From US$81.73 per night
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Hostels that guests love in Cairns
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9Good - What previous guests thought, 795 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 traveller
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,899 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 traveller
- Avg. price/night: US$95.58Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,653 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 traveller
- Avg. price/night: US$82.39Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,212 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 traveller
- Avg. price/night: US$80.88Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3Good - What previous guests thought, 607 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 traveller
- Avg. price/night: US$95.58Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,653 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 traveller
- Avg. price/night: US$148.31Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 1,847 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 traveller
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,899 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: US$80.88Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3Good - What previous guests thought, 607 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 traveller
