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Cairns, QLD, Australia
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Popular Budget hotels in Cairns

Discover well-known properties in Cairns that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 144 hotels in Cairns and price data was last updated on 28 April 2024. The average price for a hotel in Cairns is .
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231 McLeod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Located in Cairns, the resort is a short drive from Cairns Central and Kuranda Scenic Railway. It has a gym, as well as a swimming pool, a Jacuzzi and an outdoor pool.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
6.6
Good
1006 reviews
Location
1.9 km from city centre
274 Draper Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Situated in Cairns, the hostel is a short walk from Cairns Central and offers a swimming pool and an outdoor pool. It is set amongst a range of restaurants and cafés and is minutes on foot from Cairns Railway Station.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
7.2
Good
343 reviews
Location
0.6 km from city centre
1/21 Anderson Road, Woree, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Situated in Cairns, the resort is within a 20-minute drive of Cairns Airport and provides a waterfall pool. It has a day spa, as well as a children's play area, a tour desk and a garden.
Free Wi-Fi
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7.9
Good
428 reviews
Location
5.8 km from city centre
341 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Boasting a swimming pool, an outdoor pool and a private beach, Summer House Backpackers Cairns is situated in Cairns and offers comfortable accommodation. It is located a 10-minute car ride from Cairns Airport and an airport transfer is provided for guests.
Free Wi-Fi
7.6
Good
1497 reviews
Location
2.3 km from city centre
69 Abbott St, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Centrally positioned, The Abbott Boutique Hotel allows for easy access to Cairns's popular tourist attractions. Guests can also make the most of complimentary internet in all areas.
Free Wi-Fi
8.8
Excellent
2225 reviews
Location
0.6 km from city centre

Top-rated Budget hotels in Cairns

Browse through properties in Cairns that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 144 properties in Cairns and data was last updated on 28 April 2024.
Our users rated these Cairns hotels among the best places to stay. Be sure to read user reviews to learn why these hotels are among the highest rated.
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702 Bruce Highway, Cairns, QLD, Australia
5.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
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$107
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43 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$204
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149 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$118
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166-172 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$132
Avg. per night
209 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$76
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179 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$105
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169 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$102
Avg. per night

Cheapest Budget hotels in Cairns

Discover affordable stays in Cairns that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Cairns can be found for as low as $40 per night. There is currently one property in Cairns that can be booked for this price. Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Cairns. Price data was last updated on 28 April 2024
At the moment, these hotels offer the lowest nightly rate out of those we've come across in Cairns. Consider alternative dates if you're able to compare prices.
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57-89 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$40
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20-26 Mcleod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$40
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67 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$41
Avg. per night
8 Scott St, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$73
Avg. per night
Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.9 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$73
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in Cairns

Discover the ideal holiday rental or hostel for your stay in Cairns. Choose from a variety of options among the available accommodations. Listings are regularly updated, with the latest information as of 28 April 2024.
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149 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Air conditioning
$81
Avg. per night
274 Draper Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$34
Avg. per night
57-89 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$40
Avg. per night
157 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$107
Avg. per night
122 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$225
Avg. per night
209-217 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$171
Avg. per night
199 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$118
Avg. per night
58-62 Mcleod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$161
Avg. per night

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Budget hotels FAQs

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Cairns to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 28 April 2024.
  • How much does it cost to stay at a Budget hotels in Cairns?

    Generally, it costs $303/night to stay at a Budget hotels in Cairns. Travelers have found deals as low as $20/night for this accommodation in Cairns. Our users visiting Cairns have found that Flying Monkey Backpackers is usually the cheapest Budget hotels.

  • How do prices at Budget hotels compare to other hotels in Cairns?

    HotelsCombined users have found that prices at Budget hotels are generally more costly per night. HotelsCombined users find that the typical nightly rate for a Budget hotels in Cairns is around $303. If you’re looking to stay at a hotel in Cairns, you should expect to pay $143/night.

  • Are there good Budget hotels near Cairns Esplanade?

    26 high quality options for Budget hotels are available near Cairns Esplanade. These hotels are within 3.2 kilometres and are rated above 3 stars. For the higher quality Budget hotels located within 2 miles of Cairns Esplanade, the average price you’ll need to pay around $216/night. On average, the cheapest rates near Cairns Esplanade can be found at Bohemia Resort Cairns, The Abbott Boutique Hotel, and Ryan's Rest Boutique Accommodation.

  • What Budget hotels are located near Cairns Airport.

    11 options exist for Budget hotels in the area of Cairns Airport. $146 is the typical nightly rate found for Budget hotels near Cairns Airport. Edge Hill - spectacular views of the city and sea, Belle Escapes Waterview Penthouse 404 The Edge, Residential two bedroom, self-contained, renovated apartment, Sheridan St, self check-in, Cairns Colonial Club Resort, Nrma Cairns Holiday Park, On the Esplanade 7, Summer House Backpackers Cairns, Ground Floor Easy Unit Close to City 4, Oasis Inn Cairns, Bohemia Resort Cairns.

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