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Global Backpackers Cairns - Cairns - Rooftop
Global Backpackers Cairns
Cairns CBD
8.6Very Good(1384)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 576+
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Caravella Backpackers - Cairns - Balcony
Caravella Backpackers
Cairns CBD
8.3Very Good(1867)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R1 298+
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Cairns City Backpackers Hostel - Cairns - Pool
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
Parramatta Park
7.2Good(636)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R945+
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Summer House Backpackers Cairns - Cairns - Pool
Summer House Backpackers Cairns
Cairns, QLD, Australia
7.7Good(1484)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R2 113+
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Mihaven Shared Living - Martyn St - Cairns - Balcony
Mihaven Shared Living - Martyn St
Parramatta Park
7.9Good(60)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 112+
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Travellers Oasis - Cairns - Pool
Travellers Oasis
Parramatta Park
9.2Wonderful(1337)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R1 701+
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Travellers Paradise - Cairns - Bedroom
Travellers Paradise
Parramatta Park
8.8Very Good(1771)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R1 749+
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Mihaven Shared Living - Gatton St - Cairns
Mihaven Shared Living - Gatton St
Parramatta Park
8.1Very Good(4)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 316+
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Mad Monkey Backpackers Village - Cairns
Mad Monkey Backpackers Village
Cairns CBD
8.2Very Good(1512)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R1 576+
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Dreamtime Travellers Rest - Cairns
Dreamtime Travellers Rest
Parramatta Park
9.0Wonderful(1467)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R1 279+
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JJ's Backpackers Hostel - Cairns
JJ's Backpackers Hostel
Cairns, QLD, Australia
8.4Very Good(302)
Free Wi-Fi
R10 269+
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Castaways Backpackers - Cairns
Castaways Backpackers
Cairns, QLD, Australia
7.8Good(346)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R1 112+
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Bounce Cairns - Cairns
Bounce Cairns
Cairns CBD
7.6Good(1524)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R519+
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Asylum Cairns Share House - Cairns
Asylum Cairns Share House
Cairns CBD
7.8Good(203)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
R982+
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Mad Monkey Waterfront - Cairns
Mad Monkey Waterfront
Cairns CBD
8.0Very Good(1197)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 298+
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Tropic Days Backpackers - Cairns
Tropic Days Backpackers
Bungalow
8.9Very Good(408)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 223+
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Cairns hostels near the city centre

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Freedom Cairns - Cairns - Patio
Freedom Cairns
Cairns CBD
8.0Very Good(1148)
R1 611+
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Yha Cairns Central - Cairns - Pool
Yha Cairns Central
Cairns CBD
7.9Good(1726)
R1 409+
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Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns - Cairns - Pool
Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns
Cairns CBD
7.7Good(2249)
R2 579+
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The Jack Backpackers - Cairns
The Jack Backpackers
Cairns CBD
7.4Good(1221)
R1 057+
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KAYAK’s insights for hostels in Cairns

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Which month has the cheapest hostel rates in Cairns?

Hostels are cheapest in Cairns in December, with average rates of R5 611. In comparison, September is the most expensive month, with prices at R48 210.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a hostel in Cairns?

Sunday offers the lowest rates in Cairns, with an average nightly price of R6 941. The highest prices are found on Thursday, with average rates at R28 876.

How early should you book a hostel in Cairns?

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Low season

December

High season

September

Average price (weeknight)

R1 125

Average price (weekend night)

R1 021
Cheapest month to stay with an average 70% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 158% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

KAYAK's top tips for finding Cairns hostel deals

  • If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book at least 80 days before your stay to get the best price for a Cairns hostel.

FAQs when booking a hostel in Cairns

  • How much is a hostel in Cairns for tonight?

    The best price a KAYAK user has found for a 3-star hostel in Cairns in the last 3 hours was R25 and the lowest priced 4-star hostel was R26. The cheapest hostel found on KAYAK for tonight is R25.

  • How much is a hostel in Cairns for this weekend?

    In the last 72 hours, KAYAK users have booked Cairns hostel for this weekend for as low as R33. Users have also found 3 star hotels from R33 and 4-star plus hotels from R36.

  • Is it cheaper to stay in a hostel than in a hotel in Cairns?

    The average price for a night in a hostel in Cairns is R45 compared to R148 for a night in a hotel.

Where to find the best hostels in Cairns?

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