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Best Cairns hostels

These are the best prices for Sep 25 - Oct 2.
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel - Cairns - Patio
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
Parramatta Park
6.6Okay(766)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R928+
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The Espy Hostel - Cairns - Bedroom
The Espy Hostel
Cairns CBD
7.4Good(208)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R1 150+
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Mad Monkey Backpackers Village - Cairns
Mad Monkey Backpackers Village
Cairns CBD
8.6Very Good(1662)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 448+
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Calypso Inn Backpackers Resort - Cairns
Calypso Inn Backpackers Resort
Cairns, QLD, Australia
8.2Very Good(567)
Air conditioning
R733+
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JJ's Backpackers Hostel - Cairns
JJ's Backpackers Hostel
Cairns, QLD, Australia
8.6Very Good(253)
Free Wi-Fi
R9 024+
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Castaways Backpackers - Cairns
Castaways Backpackers
Cairns, QLD, Australia
7.9Good(314)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R977+
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Mad Monkey Backpackers Waterfront - Cairns
Mad Monkey Backpackers Waterfront
Cairns CBD
8.2Very Good(1322)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 450+
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Mad Monkey Central - Hostel - Cairns
Mad Monkey Central - Hostel
Cairns CBD
7.6Good(1546)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 375+
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Mumma's Hostel Cairns - Cairns
Mumma's Hostel Cairns
Cairns CBD
8.3Very Good(689)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R1 324+
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Wanna Stay? - Cairns
Wanna Stay?
Cairns CBD
6.7Okay(71)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 077+
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Summer House Backpackers Cairns - Cairns
Summer House Backpackers Cairns
Cairns, QLD, Australia
7.1Good(1918)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R1 906+
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Tropic Days Backpackers - Cairns
Tropic Days Backpackers
Bungalow
8.9Very Good(396)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 075+
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Asylum Cairns Share House - Cairns
Asylum Cairns Share House
Cairns CBD
7.9Good(191)
Free Wi-Fi
R863+
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Globetrotters International Backpackers - Cairns
Globetrotters International Backpackers
Cairns, QLD, Australia
8.4Very Good(607)
R15 409+
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Central Backpackers Hostel - Cairns
Central Backpackers Hostel
Cairns CBD
2.0Poor(1)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 385+
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Cairns Girls Hostel - Cairns
Cairns Girls Hostel
Cairns CBD
8.0Very Good(67)
Free Wi-Fi
R16 891+
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Cairns hostels near the city centre

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Travellers Oasis - Cairns
Travellers Oasis
Parramatta Park
9.3Wonderful(1620)
R1 580+
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Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel - Cairns - Patio
Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel
Parramatta Park
8.9Very Good(2106)
R1 494+
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Mad Monkey Jungle - Cairns
Mad Monkey Jungle
Cairns CBD
8.0Very Good(1634)
R352+
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Dreamtime Hostel - Cairns
Dreamtime Hostel
Parramatta Park
8.8Very Good(1709)
R1 285+
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Booking Insights

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?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Cairns is January, with an average nightly rate of R570. The most expensive month is August at R1 254 per night.

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

Monday offers the lowest rates in Cairns, with an average nightly price of R517/night. The highest prices are found on Thursday, with average rates at R1 547/night.

How much is a hostel in Cairns for tonight?

The cheapest deal for a hostel in Cairns found by KAYAK users in the last 5 days was R381.

How much is a hostel in Cairns for this weekend?

The cheapest hostel room in Cairns for the upcoming weekend found on KAYAK in the last 5 days was for R420 per night.

How early should you book a hostel in Cairns?

Book at least 71 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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High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

February
July
R939
R1 082
Cheapest month to stay with an average 26% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 36% 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 71 days before your stay to get the best price for a Cairns hostel.
  • Don’t know how much time you need to see all the sights? KAYAK users usually book their hostel in Cairns for 2 days.

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 R394 and the lowest priced 4-star hostel was R389. The cheapest hostel found on KAYAK for tonight is R376.

  • 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 R430. Users have also found 3 star hotels from R429 and 4-star plus hotels from R430.

  • 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 R888 compared to R2 994 for a night in a hotel.

Where to find the best hostels in Cairns?

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