Cairns Hostels
Hostels in Cairns are a great pick for budget-minded travellers who enjoy meeting new people and staying in lively social spaces. Many offer shared kitchens, laundry facilities, luggage storage, and common areas such as bars or game rooms. It’s a friendly, easygoing option that keeps travel simple and sociable.
Trip.com Featured Hostels in Cairns
1. YHA Cairns Central
• Travellers appreciate its Garden, Outdoor Furniture, and Languages Spoken at Front Desk.
• Rated 8.9/10 based on 204 reviews.
• Only 0.16km to iPlay Cairns.
• Prices range from £19 to £232.
2. Little Drifter Cairns
• Guests particularly enjoy the Halal meals provided, Tour/Ticket Service, and Handrails in Stairways.
• Rated 9.2/10 from 66 reviews.
• Convenient to Timezone Cairns, only 0.03km.
• Prices range from £26 to £366.
3. Gilligan‘s Backpackers Hotel & Resort
• Offers Bar, Tour/Ticket Service, and Laundry Service (On-Site).
• Rated 8.6/10 based on 104 reviews.
• Only 0.19km to Cairns Museum.
• Prices range from £18 to £169.
The above hotel prices are based on Trip.com for July 22-July 28.
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Hotel near Cairns City Center,Cairns
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage, Shared Kitchen
Very Good
205 reviews
8.9/10
1 night
From £20
99
Hotel near Cairns City Center,Cairns
Featured facilities: Laundry Service (On-Site), Luggage Storage, Shared Kitchen
Very Good
27 reviews
8.6/10
1 night
From £17
37
Very Good
64 reviews
8.3/10
1 night
From £20
53
Hotel near Cairns City Center,Cairns
Featured facilities: Laundry Service (On-Site), Luggage Storage, Shared Kitchen
Very Good
6 reviews
8.2/10
1 night
From £27
99+
Hotel near Cairns City Center,Cairns
Featured facilities: Luggage Storage, Shared Kitchen
Great
66 reviews
9.2/10
1 night
From £25
40
Hotel near Cairns City Center,Parramatta Park
Featured facilities: Laundry Service (On-Site), Shared Kitchen
10 reviews
6.7/10
1 night
From £36
98
Hotel near Cairns City Center,Cairns
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage, Shared Kitchen
Very Good
105 reviews
8.6/10
1 night
From £17
99+
Hotel near Cairns City Center,Parramatta Park
Featured facilities: Laundry Service (On-Site), Luggage Storage
Very Good
11 reviews
8.6/10
1 night
From £39
99+
Hotel near Cairns City Center,Cairns
Featured facilities: Guest Laundry, Luggage Storage, Shared Kitchen
Very Good
9 reviews
8.3/10
23
Hotel near Cairns City Center,Cairns
Featured facilities: Laundry Service (On-Site), Luggage Storage, Shared Kitchen
2 reviews
6.8/10
1 night
From £51
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8.4/10
Very Good
GGuest Userlocation was good
no parking when we reached and aircon was not that great
but other than that no other issues
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 Center, Cairns 100% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:£66
7.7/10
Good
GGuest UserI arrived in the morning and thought I would leave my luggage, but it was good to be able to check in. It's a little far from the center, but there's no problem at this price.
Aspect Central
Hotel near Cairns City Center, Cairns North 100% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:£41
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
GGuest UserThe reception lady was very unfriendly. She did not explain to me how I could be able to get hot water as no kettle was not provided. They should give guidance to let me figure out what to do with this as it should be available. The hotel should make this little improvement so that customers can enjoy more without much uncertainty!
Cairns Queens Court
Hotel near Cairns City Center, Cairns North 100% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:£73
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.
7.3/10
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:£62
6.5/10
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 Center, Cairns North 100% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:£96
6.5/10
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 Center, Cairns North 100% of visitors choose this area
Price per night from:£78
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best Hostels in Cairns?
Whether you are travelling to Cairns for business or tourism, YHA Cairns Central (from £19) , Little Drifter Cairns (from £26) and Gilligan‘s Backpackers Hotel & Resort (from £18) are preferred.
What is the average rate for Hostels in Cairns?
For Hostels in Cairns, the average price on weekdays is £75, and the average price on weekends (Friday–Saturday) is £78.
Which Hostels in Cairns offer breakfast?
YHA Cairns Central (from £19) and Mumma's Hostel Cairns (from £22) provide high-quality breakfast.
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Cairns Hostels Information
| Total properties | 10 |
|---|---|
| Number of reviews | 1,365 |
| Highest price | £532 |
| Lowest price | £22 |
| Weekend Avg. Price | £78 |
| Weekday Avg. Price | £75 |
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