Cairns hostels

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Caravella Backpackers - Cairns - Balcony
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel - Cairns - Pool
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Summer House Backpackers Cairns - Cairns - Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Travellers Oasis - Cairns - Pool
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Travellers Paradise - Cairns - Bedroom
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Dreamtime Travellers Rest - Cairns
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Castaways Backpackers - Cairns
Castaways Backpackers
Cairns, QLD, Australia
7.8Good(346)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Bounce Cairns - Cairns
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning

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 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?

Book at least 10 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Cairns hostel.

How much is a Cairns hostel?

Here are our most popular & best value hostels

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Good to know

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?

Our map will help you find the perfect hostel in Cairns by showing you the exact location of each hostel

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