What is the cost of a hostel in Cairns?

On average, it’s $82/night for a hostel in Cairns, though $65/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $27/night in Cairns. Try to avoid booking your hostel in December (the most expensive month). Booking in November (the cheapest month) could save you money.

What’s the best hostel in Cairns?

With an average review score of 8.3 (out of 10) from 1,829 HotelsCombined users, Caravella Backpackers is considered the best Cairns hostel.

What hostel is closest to Cairns Airport?

Caravella Backpackers is 3.7 km away from Cairns Airport, making it the closest Cairns hostel to the city’s most popular airport.

What area of Cairns is most popular to stay in?

Cairns CBD is the most popular area of Cairns to stay in. In the past year, 25% of HotelsCombined users looking for Cairns hostels searched within Cairns CBD. Yha Cairns Central is a popular hostel in Cairns CBD if you choose to stay in the area.

What is the most popular hostel in Cairns closest to Cairns Convention Centre?

The most popular Cairns hostel near Cairns Convention Centre is The Jack Backpackers. The Jack Backpackers has a rating of 7.2/10 from 1,163 HotelsCombined users and it’s located just 0.4 km from Cairns Convention Centre.

Should I stay in a Cairns hostel?

Hostels in Cairns tend to have a more active social scene than hotels, so they’re perfect for outgoing travellers looking to meet other people. Cairns hostels are, on average, cheaper than other stays in the city due to their dorm-style sleeping quarters. However, this means you can spend your money elsewhere such as on local tours and events.

Does Cairns have hostels with “Pool” listed as an amenity?

Yes, 7 Cairns hostels list “Pool” as an amenity. If you’re looking for a particular hostel in Cairns with this feature, then consider staying at the popular Dreamtime Travellers Rest.

Affordable Cairns Hostels From $36/night

Tips for booking hostels in Cairns

Cheapest month:	March
Most expensive month:	June
Average price in Cairns:	$82/night
Cheapest price found:	$26/night
Cheapest day:	Tuesday
Most expensive day:	Saturday

$29 - $145

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Cheapest hostels in Cairns, Australia

At the moment, these hostels offer the lowest nightly rate out of those we've come across in Cairns. If you have the flexibility, change the dates selected to compare prices.

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Global Backpackers Cairns

67 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia

0.6 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Airport shuttle

$36

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Cheapest hostels in Cairns, Australia

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