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Best Cairns hostels

These are the best prices for Jun 27 - Jul 4.
Little Drifter Cairns - Cairns - Bedroom
Little Drifter Cairns
Cairns CBD
8.3Very Good(1282)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R2 012+
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Travellers Paradise - Cairns - Patio
Travellers Paradise
Parramatta Park
8.9Very Good(2045)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R1 679+
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Cairns City Backpackers Hostel - Cairns - Patio
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
Parramatta Park
6.8Okay(734)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R873+
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The Espy Hostel - Cairns - Bedroom
The Espy Hostel
Cairns CBD
7.2Good(193)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R1 169+
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Redhill Cairns Living - Gatton St - Cairns
Redhill Cairns Living - Gatton St
Parramatta Park
8.9Very Good(14)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R2 107+
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Redhill Cairns Living - Martyn St - Cairns
Redhill Cairns Living - Martyn St
Parramatta Park
8.2Very Good(80)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 868+
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Bounce Cairns - Cairns
Bounce Cairns
Cairns CBD
7.9Good(1621)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R356+
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Mad Monkey Backpackers Village - Cairns
Mad Monkey Backpackers Village
Cairns CBD
8.6Very Good(1639)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 600+
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Calypso Inn Backpackers Resort - Cairns
Calypso Inn Backpackers Resort
Cairns, QLD, Australia
8.2Very Good(568)
Air conditioning
R741+
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JJ's Backpackers - Cairns
JJ's Backpackers
Cairns, QLD, Australia
8.5Very Good(275)
Free Wi-Fi
R9 121+
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Castaways Backpackers - Cairns
Castaways Backpackers
Cairns, QLD, Australia
7.9Good(328)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R988+
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Mad Monkey Central - Cairns
Mad Monkey Central
Cairns CBD
7.5Good(1530)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 366+
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Mumma's Hostel Cairns - Cairns
Mumma's Hostel Cairns
Cairns CBD
8.3Very Good(671)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R1 509+
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Summer House Backpackers Cairns - Cairns
Summer House Backpackers Cairns
Cairns, QLD, Australia
7.3Good(1836)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R1 185+
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Wanna Stay? - Cairns
Wanna Stay?
Cairns CBD
6.9Okay(63)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 284+
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Waterfront Backpackers Cairns - Cairns
Waterfront Backpackers Cairns
Cairns CBD
6.9Okay(24)
Air conditioning
R873+
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Cairns hostels near the city centre

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Travellers Oasis - Cairns
Travellers Oasis
Parramatta Park
9.3Wonderful(1559)
R1 564+
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Dreamtime Travellers Rest - Cairns
Dreamtime Travellers Rest
Parramatta Park
8.9Very Good(1682)
R1 202+
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Mad Monkey Backpackers Waterfront - Cairns
Mad Monkey Backpackers Waterfront
Cairns CBD
8.0Very Good(1294)
R1 399+
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Caravella Backpackers - Cairns
Caravella Backpackers
Cairns CBD
8.7Very Good(2117)
R1 317+
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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?

Based on hostel prices in Cairns found by KAYAK users over the last 12 months.

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Cairns is February, with an average nightly rate of R609. The most expensive month is August at R1 992 per night.

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 R434/night. The highest prices are found on Wednesday, with average rates at R1 600/night.

How early should you book a hostel in Cairns?

Book at least 64 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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November
January
R1 147
R1 444
Cheapest month to stay with an average 65% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 68% 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 64 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

  • 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 R826 compared to R3 012 for a night in a hotel.

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