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Most recommended Cairns hostels

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Caravella Backpackers - Cairns - Balcony
Caravella Backpackers
Cairns CBD
8.5Very Good(2037)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R1 183+
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Cairns City Backpackers Hostel - Cairns - Pool
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
Parramatta Park
7.0Good(697)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R892+
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The Espy Hostel - Cairns - Bedroom
The Espy Hostel
Cairns CBD
7.1Good(170)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R1 080+
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Travellers Oasis - Cairns - Bedroom
Travellers Oasis
Parramatta Park
9.2Wonderful(1466)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R1 512+
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Dreamtime Hostel - Cairns
Dreamtime Hostel
Parramatta Park
9.0Wonderful(1598)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R1 269+
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Mad Monkey Jungle - Cairns
Mad Monkey Jungle
Cairns CBD
7.8Good(1599)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R371+
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Mad Monkey Backpackers Village - Cairns
Mad Monkey Backpackers Village
Cairns CBD
8.3Very Good(1583)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 279+
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Calypso Inn Backpackers Resort - Cairns
Calypso Inn Backpackers Resort
Cairns, QLD, Australia
8.2Very Good(577)
Air conditioning
R772+
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JJ's Backpackers - Cairns
JJ's Backpackers
Cairns, QLD, Australia
8.5Very Good(290)
Free Wi-Fi
R9 500+
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Castaways Backpackers - Cairns
Castaways Backpackers
Cairns, QLD, Australia
7.9Good(328)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 029+
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The Jack Backpackers - Cairns
The Jack Backpackers
Cairns CBD
7.2Good(1348)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R892+
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Summer House Backpackers Cairns - Cairns
Summer House Backpackers Cairns
Cairns, QLD, Australia
7.6Good(1670)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R1 338+
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Mad Monkey Waterfront - Cairns
Mad Monkey Waterfront
Cairns CBD
7.8Good(1268)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 179+
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Mad Monkey Central - Cairns
Mad Monkey Central
Cairns CBD
7.2Good(1518)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 177+
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Wanna Stay? - Cairns
Wanna Stay?
Cairns CBD
7.5Good(46)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R934+
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Mumma's Hostel Cairns - Cairns
Mumma's Hostel Cairns
Cairns CBD
8.1Very Good(622)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R1 149+
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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(1881)
R1 185+
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Little Drifter Cairns - Cairns - Balcony
Little Drifter Cairns
Cairns CBD
8.5Very Good(1201)
R1 634+
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Global Backpackers Cairns - Cairns - Bedroom
Global Backpackers Cairns
Cairns CBD
8.6Very Good(1518)
R1 315+
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Travellers Paradise - Cairns - Patio
Travellers Paradise
Parramatta Park
8.8Very Good(1926)
R1 441+
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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?

Hostels are cheapest in Cairns in September, with average rates of R390. In comparison, February is the most expensive month, with prices at R1 762.

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

Tuesday offers the lowest rates in Cairns, with an average nightly price of R864. The highest prices are found on Saturday, with average rates at R1 335.

How early should you book a hostel in Cairns?

Book at least 88 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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September
February
R1 060
R1 327
Cheapest month to stay with an average 56% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 100% 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 88 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 R345 and the lowest priced 4-star hostel was R371. The cheapest hostel found on KAYAK for tonight is R345.

  • 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 R345. Users have also found 3 star hotels from R345 and 4-star plus hotels from R393.

  • 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 R774 compared to R2 412 for a night in a hotel.

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