Hostels in Cairns
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The best hostels in Cairns
Some of the best backpacker spots in Cairns
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,658 reviewsFromUS$881 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,191 reviewsFromUS$741 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,342 reviewsFromUS$991 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,132 reviewsFromUS$841 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very good - What previous guests thought, 604 reviewsFromUS$641 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very good - What previous guests thought, 176 reviewsFromUS$1131 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very good - What previous guests thought, 518 reviewsFromUS$751 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 1,747 reviewsFromUS$501 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2Good - What previous guests thought, 1,760 reviewsFromUS$591 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 2,455 reviewsFromUS$751 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 1,796 reviewsFromUS$1471 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0Good - What previous guests thought, 295 reviewsFromUS$671 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 552 reviewsFromUS$751 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2Good - What previous guests thought, 583 reviewsFromUS$591 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 776 reviewsFromUS$531 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0Good - What previous guests thought, 635 reviewsFromUS$491 night, 2 adults
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,848 reviews
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very good - What previous guests thought, 131 reviews
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very good - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 173 reviews
Looking for a hostel?
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 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,132 reviews
Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairns
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,658 reviews
Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairns
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 518 reviews
Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairns
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 776 reviews
Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairns
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 176 reviews
Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairns
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,455 reviews
Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairns
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,796 reviews
Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairns
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,760 reviews
Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairns
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,848 reviews
Popular with guests booking hostels in Cairns
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,747 reviews
Great access to the city centre. Check these hostels in Cairns and nearby
Mad Monkey Central
Cairns
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 583 reviews
Kick 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$60.30 per night
Mad Monkey Waterfront
Cairns
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 552 reviews
You 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$67.62 per night
The Espy Hostel
Cairns
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 295 reviews
The Espy Hostel in Cairns provides adults-only accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool and a shared lounge.
From US$63.58 per night
Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns
Cairns
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,796 reviews
2024 Renovation Revelation: A Bold Makeover Journey Begins – Brace Yourself for an Entirely Revamped Bathroom Experience!
From US$147.48 per night
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
Cairns
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 635 reviews
Located in Cairns, 700 metres from Cairns Station, Cairns City Backpackers Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms and a garden.
From US$52.44 per night
Bohemia Resort Cairns
Cairns
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 873 reviews
Bohemia 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$60.96 per night
Global Backpackers Cairns
Cairns
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,848 reviews
Situated 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
Cairns
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 131 reviews
Featuring 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.
Save money on hostels in Cairns and nearby – budget options available
MiHaven Shared Living - Pembroke St
Cairns
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews
Set 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
Cairns
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews
Located 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.
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Hostels that guests love in Cairns
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 776 reviews
Best 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 day
Guest review by
PiccioniSolo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,848 reviews
In 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 by
JacquelineSolo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$88.49
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,658 reviews
This 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 by
VittoriaSolo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$81.93
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,191 reviews
This 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 by
VittoriaSolo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$60.30
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 583 reviews
The 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 by
SarahSolo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$88.49
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,658 reviews
Best 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 by
NathalieSolo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$147.48
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,796 reviews
very 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 Market
Guest review by
VictoriaSolo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,848 reviews
Kitchen 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 & cheap
Guest review by
NahumYoung couple
Avg. price/night: US$60.30
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 583 reviews
As 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 by
LaiaSolo traveller
