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68 Hostels in Cairns

Best Cairns hostels with breakfast

Among the 68 hostels in Cairns, here are the 2 best hostels with breakfast

Yha Cairns Central - Cairns
8.9 1055 reviews

Yha Cairns Central

hostel, Cairns
Cairns Central YHA is conveniently located in the city centre, just a five-minute walk from The Esplanade and Trinity Wharf, making it ideal for exploring Cairns' attractions. The hostel has received very good ratings for cleanliness and user experience, with an excellent location rating.
The hostel offers a range of rooms, including private rooms with private bathrooms and dormitory rooms with shared bathrooms. Guests can enjoy a variety of amenities and activities, including a swimming pool, a spa, a restaurant, a bar, and a fitness centre.
Mumma's Hostel Cairns - Cairns
8.8 1240 reviews

Mumma's Hostel Cairns

hostel, Cairns
Mumma's Hostel Cairns is conveniently located in the city centre, just 1.6 kilometres from Cairns Station and 1.3 kilometres from the Cairns Convention Centre. The hostel has received very good ratings for cleanliness and user experience, and an excellent rating for its location.
The hostel offers a shared kitchen, a games room, and a lounge with a terrace. Guests can enjoy the outdoor swimming pool and garden, barbecue facilities, and evening entertainment.

Best Cairns hostels with a locker

Mad Monkey Waterfront - Cairns
8.8 1766 reviews

Mad Monkey Waterfront

hostel, Cairns
Mad Monkey Waterfront is on the Cairns Esplanade, just across the street from the lagoon, making it a great base for exploring the city and its attractions. The hostel has received excellent ratings for its location and cleanliness, and guests have praised its social atmosphere.
The accommodation offers a variety of room types, including dorms and private rooms. Guests can enjoy amenities such as a swimming pool, a terrace, a restaurant, a bar, and a fitness centre, as well as free Wi-Fi and access to a fully equipped kitchen.
Mad Monkey Central - Cairns
8.3 2053 reviews

Mad Monkey Central

hostel, Cairns
Mad Monkey Central hostel in Cairns offers a prime location, a short walk from the Cairns Esplanade and major tour departure points for the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest.
This Cairns hostel boasts a swimming pool, bar serving Coral Sea beer, a fully equipped kitchen, and free events, plus rooms ranging from dorms to private en-suite rooms.
Little Drifter Cairns - Cairns
8.4 2110 reviews

Little Drifter Cairns

hostel, Cairns
The Village Cairns is conveniently located in central Cairns, just a short walk from the Cairns Convention Center and within easy reach of the city’s main attractions. This hostel has received very good ratings for its cleanliness and overall experience, while its location has been praised as excellent.
The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, lounge and terrace, perfect for socialising with fellow travellers. Guests can also benefit from a range of amenities including air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a restaurant, as well as tour organisation services.
Redhill Cairns Living - Martyn St - Cairns
8.2 139 reviews

Redhill Cairns Living - Martyn St

hostel, Cairns
MiHaven Shared Living - Martyn St in Cairns, Queensland offers convenient accommodation a short walk from Cairns railway station and within easy reach of attractions such as the Cairns Civic Theatre and Cairns Regional Gallery.
This Cairns hostel features a shared kitchen, lounge, swimming pool, tennis court, and barbecue facilities, plus free Wi-Fi and on-site parking; bike rentals are also available.

Frequently Asked Questions about hostels in Cairns

  • What are the top social spots in Cairns for hostel guests to meet other travelers?

    The Woolshed is a popular spot for backpackers, and there are often events and meetups organised at the hostel. The bars and restaurants along the Esplanade are also good places to mingle.
  • What are the best hostels in Cairns?

    Among the hostels in Cairns, Travellers Oasis, Happytourcairns Sharehouse and Dreamtime Hostel are the most popular ones.

  • What’s the best budget-friendly way to reach Cairns?

    Flying to Cairns Airport is the quickest way to get there. If you're on a tight budget, consider taking a Greyhound bus from Brisbane or Sydney. You can also catch a train from Brisbane.
  • What are the best hostels with a pool in Cairns?

    Travellers Oasis, Happytourcairns Sharehouse and Dreamtime Hostel are the best hostels with a pool in Cairns.

  • What should you know before renting a hostel in Cairns?

    Cairns has a wide range of hostels, from basic budget options to more luxurious ones. Be sure to check the location and amenities before booking, and read reviews from other travellers to get a sense of the atmosphere.
  • What are the best hostels with a jacuzzi in Cairns?

    Yha Cairns Central and Yha Cairns Central are the best hostels with a jacuzzi in Cairns.

  • What's the best time of the year to visit Cairns?

    The dry season, from May to October, is the best time to visit Cairns. It's warm and sunny, with low humidity. If you're looking for a bargain, consider visiting during the shoulder seasons, April or November.
  • What are the best hostels for families and kids in Cairns?

    The best hostels for families and kids in Cairns are Happytourcairns Sharehouse, Dreamtime Hostel and Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel.

  • Where in Cairns can you find the best areas to stay in a hostel?

    The best areas to stay in a hostel are near the Cairns Esplanade or in the city centre. This gives you easy access to the beach, restaurants, bars, and shops.
  • What are the best hostels with parking in Cairns?

    Travellers Oasis, Happytourcairns Sharehouse and Dreamtime Hostel are the best hostels with parking in Cairns.

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Best Cairns hostels with air conditioning

Dreamtime Hostel - Cairns
8.9 1187 reviews

Dreamtime Hostel

hostel, Cairns
Dreamtime Hostel is located just a short walk from Cairns city centre, offering easy access to shops, restaurants, and entertainment. The hostel has excellent location and cleanliness ratings, as well as a very good overall rating.
Dreamtime is a family-friendly hostel with a peaceful atmosphere. The hostel has a swimming pool, garden, and parking, as well as air conditioning and internet access.
Global Backpackers Youth Hostel - Cairns
8.5 1745 reviews

Global Backpackers Youth Hostel

hostel, Cairns
Global Backpackers Cairns offers budget accommodation a 13-minute walk (approximately 1km) from Cairns Railway Station, close to the Cairns Convention Centre, Botanic Gardens, and Cairns Airport.
This Cairns hostel features air conditioning, a terrace, free WiFi, a shared lounge, and a tour desk, with sea views from some balconies and nearby hiking and water parks.
Temple Backpackers - Cairns
No reviews

Temple Backpackers

hostel, Cairns
Temple Backpackers in Cairns offers a peaceful retreat, located a short distance from the city's main attractions without the immediate downtown bustle.
This budget accommodation provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared kitchen with essential appliances, a garden, and communal dining areas, with reception staff available to assist guests.
Redhill Cairns Shared Living – Gatton St - Cairns
8.1 2 reviews

Redhill Cairns Shared Living – Gatton St

hostel, Parramatta Park
Redhill Cairns Shared Living – Gatton St is a hostel located in Parramatta Park, within 2 kilometres of Cairns Esplanade, Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland, and Cairns Central Shopping Centre, with Cairns Station an 18-minute walk away.
This accommodation offers complimentary WiFi in public areas, on-site parking, laundry facilities, and a garden, with air conditioning and a terrace or balcony for guest comfort.

Best Cairns hostels with laundry available

Little Drifter Cairns - Cairns
8.4 2110 reviews

Little Drifter Cairns

hostel, Cairns
The Village Cairns is conveniently located in central Cairns, just a short walk from the Cairns Convention Center and within easy reach of the city’s main attractions. This hostel has received very good ratings for its cleanliness and overall experience, while its location has been praised as excellent.
The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, lounge and terrace, perfect for socialising with fellow travellers. Guests can also benefit from a range of amenities including air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a restaurant, as well as tour organisation services.
Mad Monkey Waterfront - Cairns
8.8 1766 reviews

Mad Monkey Waterfront

hostel, Cairns
Mad Monkey Waterfront is on the Cairns Esplanade, just across the street from the lagoon, making it a great base for exploring the city and its attractions. The hostel has received excellent ratings for its location and cleanliness, and guests have praised its social atmosphere.
The accommodation offers a variety of room types, including dorms and private rooms. Guests can enjoy amenities such as a swimming pool, a terrace, a restaurant, a bar, and a fitness centre, as well as free Wi-Fi and access to a fully equipped kitchen.
Lake Central Cairns - Cairns
No reviews

Lake Central Cairns

hostel, Cairns
Koala Beach Resort Cairns is centrally located in Cairns city, 0.5km from the Cairns Esplanade and Lagoon, 0.8km from Trinity Wharf, and a 10-minute walk from the Pullman Reef Hotel Casino.
This hostel offers air-conditioned dorm rooms and private budget rooms, each with an en-suite bathroom and kitchenette including a fridge and microwave, plus an on-site bar, restaurant, swimming pool, and assistance booking tours to the Great Barrier Reef and Kuranda.
Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns - Cairns
8.7 6323 reviews

Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns

hostel, Cairns
Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns is located in the Cairns City Centre, just a short walk from Rusty's Market, the Esplanade and the Kuranda Railway Station. The hostel is rated very good for its overall experience, excellent for its location and good for its cleanliness.
The accommodation offers a range of room types, including spacious, air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms and free bed linen. Guests can enjoy a range of amenities, including a swimming pool, a fitness centre, a restaurant, a bar and free Wi-Fi.
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