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Caravella Backpackers - Cairns - Balcony
Caravella Backpackers
Cairns CBD
8.4Very Good(2016)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R1 317+
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Travellers Paradise - Cairns - Patio
Travellers Paradise
Parramatta Park
8.8Very Good(1906)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R1 422+
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Cairns City Backpackers Hostel - Cairns - Pool
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
Parramatta Park
7.0Good(691)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R918+
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The Espy Hostel - Cairns - Bedroom
The Espy Hostel
Cairns CBD
7.0Good(170)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R1 161+
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Travellers Oasis - Cairns - Bedroom
Travellers Oasis
Parramatta Park
9.2Wonderful(1442)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R1 620+
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Dreamtime Travellers Rest - Cairns
Dreamtime Travellers Rest
Parramatta Park
9.0Wonderful(1579)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R1 282+
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Bounce Cairns - Cairns
Bounce Cairns
Cairns CBD
7.8Good(1590)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R374+
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Mad Monkey Backpackers Village - Cairns
Mad Monkey Backpackers Village
Cairns CBD
8.3Very Good(1570)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 516+
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Calypso Inn Backpackers Resort - Cairns
Calypso Inn Backpackers Resort
Cairns, QLD, Australia
8.2Very Good(577)
Air conditioning
R780+
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JJ's Backpackers - Cairns
JJ's Backpackers
Cairns, QLD, Australia
8.4Very Good(292)
Free Wi-Fi
R9 597+
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Castaways Backpackers - Cairns
Castaways Backpackers
Cairns, QLD, Australia
7.9Good(331)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 039+
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Summer House Backpackers Cairns - Cairns
Summer House Backpackers Cairns
Cairns, QLD, Australia
7.6Good(1652)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R1 270+
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Mad Monkey Backpackers Waterfront - Cairns
Mad Monkey Backpackers Waterfront
Cairns CBD
7.8Good(1263)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 196+
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Mad Monkey Central - Cairns
Mad Monkey Central
Cairns CBD
7.3Good(1517)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 469+
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Wanna Stay? - Cairns
Wanna Stay?
Cairns CBD
7.7Good(42)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 043+
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Mumma's Hostel Cairns - Cairns
Mumma's Hostel Cairns
Cairns CBD
8.1Very Good(615)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R1 266+
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Cairns hostels near the city centre

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Yha Cairns Central - Cairns - Pool
Yha Cairns Central
Cairns CBD
7.8Good(1871)
R1 197+
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Little Drifter Cairns - Cairns - Balcony
Little Drifter Cairns
Cairns CBD
8.5Very Good(1189)
R1 620+
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Global Backpackers Cairns - Cairns - Bedroom
Global Backpackers Cairns
Cairns CBD
8.6Very Good(1499)
R1 403+
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The Jack Backpackers - Cairns
The Jack Backpackers
Cairns CBD
7.3Good(1331)
R970+
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KAYAK’s insights for hostels in Cairns

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in Cairns with confidence.

Which month has the cheapest hostel rates in Cairns?

Hostels are cheapest in Cairns in April, with average rates of R389. In comparison, July is the most expensive month, with prices at R1 478.

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

Thursday offers the lowest rates in Cairns, with an average nightly price of R352. The highest prices are found on Friday, with average rates at R862.

How early should you book a hostel in Cairns?

Book at least 54 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Cairns hostel.
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How much is a Cairns hostel?

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April
July
R449
R816
Cheapest month to stay with an average 29% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 170% 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 54 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 R20 and the lowest priced 4-star hostel was R22. The cheapest hostel found on KAYAK for tonight is R20.

  • 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 R21. Users have also found 3 star hotels from R21 and 4-star plus hotels from R24.

  • 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 R50 compared to R143 for a night in a hotel.

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