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Hotel near Cairns City Center,Cairns
With a stay at YHA Cairns Central in Cairns (Cairns Central Business District), you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. This hostel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Reef Fleet Terminal and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Cairns Marlin Marina.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. This hostel also features complimentary wireless Internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills.
Featured amenities include a business centre, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and self-parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 52 air-conditioned guestrooms. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers.
"Great hostel with swimming pool.. clean
What can i suggest provide table lamp.. because lamp inside the room its central and to bright if u turn on when other already sleep"
Very Good
103 reviews
8.9/10
1 night
From VND 658,779
99+
Hotel near Cairns City Center,Cairns
A stay at Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort places you in the heart of Cairns, within a 10-minute walk of Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. This hostel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Reef Fleet Terminal and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Reef Teach.
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including a nightclub and an outdoor pool. Additional amenities at this hostel include complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and tour/ticket assistance.
At Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges.
Featured amenities include a computer station, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 120 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers.
"Definitely one of the better hostels I’ve stayed in while travelling Australia. However, front desk reception lady was quite rude when checking in. Food and service in the restaurant/bar was shocking. But very clean, good showering facilities, good kitchen facilities, and comfortable beds."
Very Good
68 reviews
8.2/10
1 night
From VND 625,470
99+
Hotel near Cairns City Center,Cairns
Located in Cairns (Cairns Central Business District), Caravella Backpackers is steps from Cairns Esplanade and a 2-minute drive from Cairns Central Shopping Centre. This hostel is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Reef Fleet Terminal and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Cairns Private Hospital.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This hostel also features complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and tour/ticket assistance.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the hostel's coffee shop/cafe.
Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and a library.
Make yourself at home in one of the 49 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms with showers are provided.
"For the first time backpacker experience, this hotel with a high local rating is actually transformed from several residential villas, and there is a small swimming pool in the middle yard. Kitchen sharing. Here you can make what you want. The plane arrived late at midnight on the day of check-in. After Ctrip's emergency coordination to adjust the arrival time, Ctrip is still reliable at critical times! The brand is still trustworthy. Go to the designated location and open the first side door, then go to the designated location at the front desk to pick up the room key. The family room has a large bed, a small bed, and a large sofa in the living room. Actually, it can be used for four or five people. In short, if the requirements are not too high, the price is 0k. Another thing is the hotel staff service is very nice! After opening the first door on the night of the check-in, we happened to meet the hotel manager and checked in directly for us without leaving that night. We also took the initiative to tell us about the use of the hotel. This hotel is recommended, Ctrip platform is reliable!"
Very Good
11 reviews
8.4/10
1 night
From VND 551,449
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59
Hotel near Cairns City Center,Cairns
With a stay at The Espy Hostel, you'll be centrally located in Cairns, steps from Cairns Esplanade and 7 minutes by foot from Reef Fleet Terminal. This hostel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Cairns Central Shopping Centre and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Michaelmas Cay.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace. Additional amenities at this hostel include complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and tour/ticket assistance.
Featured amenities include laundry facilities, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area.
Make yourself at home in one of the 17 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
"I booked a basic double room, and the room was brighter when the lights were on. There are night markets on both sides of the hotel, and the front faces the sea. It is cost-effective, and the hygiene is average. It will feel very hot and humid without air conditioning, so the air conditioning is used 24 hours a day. There is a kitchen with a refrigerator, which is suitable for cooking."
Good
61 reviews
7.7/10
1 night
From VND 969,663
99+
Hotel near Cairns City Center,Cairns
With a stay at Little Drifter Cairns in Cairns (Cairns Central Business District), you'll be steps from Cairns Esplanade and 7 minutes by foot from Cairns Central Shopping Centre. This hostel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Reef Fleet Terminal and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Cairns Regional Gallery.
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Featured amenities include luggage storage, laundry facilities, and microwave in a common area.
Make yourself at home in one of the 54 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Shared bathrooms with hair dryers are provided.
"Very satisfied with the service, the guy at the front desk is really great, the service is in place, he demonstrated it himself, the roommate is also very enthusiastic, the location is also very good, I love this store so much! I will come again next time!"
Very Good
88 reviews
8.4/10
1 night
From VND 2,105,871
99+
Hotel near Cairns City Center,Parramatta Park
With a stay at Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel in Cairns (Parramatta Park), you'll be a 3-minute walk from Cairns Central Shopping Centre and 14 minutes by foot from Cairns Esplanade. This hostel is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Reef Fleet Terminal and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Cazaly's Stadium.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This hostel also features complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and a television in a common area.
At Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and luggage storage. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 21 guestrooms. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers.
"It was a very cozy hostel. The mixed share rooms have individual beds instead of bunk beds, so you don't have to disturb someone else's sleep, which is a big plus! The owner is a very calm and kind person, and he starts by giving us a thorough tour of the surrounding area and the hostel. There is a garden and a pool, and the kitchen is equipped with salt, pepper, and oil, and we could drink tea and coffee freely. It was also nice that we didn't have to buy a few condiments just to cook for ourselves for a few nights. The people staying there were friendly, and it's been a while since I've come across such a cozy hostel. I'd like to use it again when I visit Cairns! I really recommend it to everyone!"
Very Good
15 reviews
8.7/10
1 night
From VND 1,176,919
99+
Hotel near Cairns City Center,Cairns North
With a stay at Bohemia Resort Cairns in Cairns (Cairns North), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. This hotel is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Reef Fleet Terminal and 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 72 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans, and housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
"Had a wonderful stay at Bohemia Resort Cairns! The room was clean, spacious, and well-equipped with modern amenities. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, going above and beyond to make our stay comfortable. The location was perfect—close to key attractions but still peaceful. Breakfast was delicious with plenty of options. Overall, a fantastic experience. Highly recommend this hotel for anyone visiting the Esplanade Cairns."
42 reviews
7.5/10
1 night
From VND 1,469,298
65
Hotel near Cairns City Center,Cairns
With a stay at Global Backpackers Cairns, you'll be centrally located in Cairns, steps from Cairns Esplanade and 6 minutes by foot from Reef Fleet Terminal. This hostel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Cairns Central Shopping Centre and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Michaelmas Cay.
Take in the views from a rooftop terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a communal living room. This hostel also features tour/ticket assistance and a vending machine.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge at scheduled times.
Make yourself at home in one of the 19 air-conditioned guestrooms. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers.
"On the same day, I booked another accommodation for my friend, but after booking, the customer service said that there was no room. We booked somewhere else at six o'clock in the afternoon. The housing is relatively tight, so it is more expensive, the customer service applied to make up the difference. The attitude and response were very timely, and I responded in the middle of the night. Like Ctrip Hotel"
Very Good
12 reviews
8.5/10
53
Hotel near Cairns City Center,Parramatta Park
With a stay at Cairns City Backpackers Hostel in Cairns (Parramatta Park), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade and Reef Fleet Terminal. This hostel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Cairns Central Shopping Centre and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Cazaly's Stadium.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this hostel include complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a vending machine.
Featured amenities include multilingual staff, laundry facilities, and microwave in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 22 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include rice cookers and ceiling fans.
"The place is nice and accessible to all the shopping centre and near to bus and train station. The staff and the people are nice and during the night is so quiet. My only concern is no mirror inside the room.. all in all it is good place to stay."
8 reviews
6.8/10
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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 Center, Cairns North 100% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:VND 2,187,293
7.3/10
AAnonymous UserHad a wonderful stay at cairns queen court! All the staff were super friendly. They always try their very best to help with our questions and provide suggestions to our trip planning! However, beware of the morning (ard 6:30am) house keeping if you wanna sleep in~ overall, I enjoyed staying there and had lot of fun in Cairns!
Cairns Queens Court
Hotel near Cairns City Center, Cairns North 100% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:VND 2,179,891
7.3/10
GGuest UserClean and tidy, complete facilities, and a good location. However, the front desk is not on duty 24 hours a day, which seems to be the case for local express hotels. If you need to store your luggage, it is inconvenient. After 4 o'clock, the front desk will not be able to take it out. If there is a one-day tour on the day of check-out, you need to plan the storage of your luggage carefully.
In addition, we booked it for Chinese food, but the Chinese restaurant was closed from Sunday afternoon to Tuesday morning (I can't remember the exact time), so we didn't eat it anyway. It is recommended to indicate the business hours of the Chinese restaurant in the hotel introduction.
Comfort Inn Cairns City
Hotel near Cairns City Center, Cairns 100% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:VND 2,453,765
7.3/10
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 Center, Cairns 100% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:VND 2,635,114
7.1/10
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.
6.6/10
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 Center, Cairns North 100% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:VND 2,475,971
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best Hostels in Cairns?
Whether you are travelling to Cairns for business or tourism, Gilligan‘s Backpackers Hotel & Resort (from VND 743,753) , YHA Cairns Central (from VND 617,475) and Bohemia Resort Cairns (from VND 1,280,325) are preferred.
What is the average rate for Hostels in Cairns?
For Hostels in Cairns, the average price on weekdays is VND 2,124,006, and the average price on weekends (Friday–Saturday) is VND 2,181,445.
Which Hostels in Cairns offer breakfast?
YHA Cairns Central (from VND 617,475) and Cairns Queens Court (from VND 2,158,869) provide high-quality breakfast.
Which Hostels in Cairns have parking lots?
Which Hostels in Cairns have bars?
What deals are there for Hostels in Cairns?
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Cairns Hostels Information
| Total Properties | 11 |
|---|---|
| Number of Reviews | 1,071 |
| Highest Price | VND 11,872,301 |
| Lowest Price | VND 537,053 |
| Average Price (Weekends) | VND 2,181,445 |
| Average Price (Weekdays) | VND 2,124,006 |
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