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Best Cairns hostels

Most recommended Cairns hostels

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Mad Monkey Village - Cairns - Property amenity
Mad Monkey Village
7.8 Good
Cairns CBDR1 398+
R1 398+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Dreamtime Travellers Rest - Cairns - Bedroom
Dreamtime Travellers Rest
8.5 Very Good
Parramatta ParkR1 193+
R1 193+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Global Backpackers Cairns
8.4 Very Good
Cairns CBDR1 566+
R1 566+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Caravella Backpackers
8.8 Very Good
Cairns CBDR1 194+
R1 194+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Bounce Cairns
7.2 Good
Cairns CBDR466+
R466+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Asylum Cairns Share House
4 Mediocre
Cairns CBDR988+
R988+
Parking
Airport shuttle
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
7.3 Good
Parramatta ParkR914+
R914+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R1 492+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Mihaven Shared Living - Martyn St
8 Very Good
Parramatta ParkR1 156+
R1 156+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Mad Monkey Waterfront
8 Very Good
Cairns CBDR1 212+
R1 212+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Travellers Oasis
9 Wonderful
Parramatta ParkR1 678+
R1 678+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Global Backpackers Central
Cairns CBDR1 552+
R1 552+
Air conditioning
Reef Backpackers
Cairns CBDR6 321+
R6 321+
Pool
Air conditioning

Cairns hostels near the city centre

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Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort - Cairns - Pool
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
7.6 Good
Cairns CBDR1 044+
R1 044+
Cairns Central Yha - Cairns - Pool
Cairns Central Yha
8 Very Good
Cairns CBDR1 492+
R1 492+

How much is a Cairns hostel?

Here are our most popular & best value hostels

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Good to know

Low season

March

High season

September

Average price (weeknight)

R623

Average price (weekend night)

R627
Cheapest month to stay with an average 34% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 111% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a hostel in Cairns

Price per night / 3-star hostel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
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Top tips for finding Cairns hostel deals

  • If you’re looking for a cheap hostel in Cairns, you should consider going during the low season. You’ll generally find lower-priced hostels in Cairns in March and August.
  • Hostel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll likely find the best hostel deals in Cairns if you stay on a Wednesday. The most expensive day for hostel bookings is Sunday.
  • If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book at least 30 days before your stay to get the best price for a Cairns hostel.

FAQs when booking a hostel in Cairns

  • How much does a hostel cost in Cairns?

    Hostel prices in Cairns can vary depending on a number of factors. The average price for a hostel in Cairns is R39 but KAYAK users have found hostels for as cheap as R19 in the last 3 days.

  • 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 R39 compared to R128 for a night in a hotel.

Where to find the best hostels in Cairns?

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