What is the cost of a hostel in Cairns?

On average, it’s $56/night for a hostel in Cairns, though $37/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $16/night in Cairns. Try to avoid booking your hostel in September (the most expensive month). Booking in February (the cheapest month) could save you money.

What’s the best hostel in Cairns?

Based on our data, Caravella Backpackers is the best Cairns hostel, with a rating of 8.3/10 from 1,867 reviews.

What hostel is closest to Cairns Airport?

If you’re looking for hostels in Cairns that aren’t far from Cairns Airport, then the closest one is Caravella Backpackers, which is 2.3 mi away.

What area of Cairns is most popular to stay in?

While there are other neighborhoods throughout Cairns, 6% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in Cairns CBD in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. Yha Cairns Central is our most popular hostel in this area.

What is the most popular hostel in Cairns closest to Cairns Esplanade?

If you’re looking for a hostel near Cairns Esplanade while in Cairns, then opt for the popular Caravella Backpackers with a 8.3/10 review score from 1,867 users. The distance from Cairns Esplanade to Caravella Backpackers is 0.3 mi.

Should I stay in a Cairns hostel?

Staying at a hostel in Cairns is a great way to save money, as hostels are often less expensive than hotels and vacation rentals. Hostels are ideal for solo travelers due to their dorm-style sleeping arrangements (though some hostels do offer private rooms).

Does Cairns have hostels with “Kitchen/Kitchenette” listed as an amenity?

Yes, Cairns has 4 hostels with “Kitchen/Kitchenette” as a featured amenity. Based on our data, Yha Cairns Central is the most popular Cairns hostel with this amenity.

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What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Cairns?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Cairns is December ($16). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Cairns is September ($140).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Cairns?

The cheapest day to stay in Cairns is Sunday ($20). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is $84.

Which Cairns neighborhoods are most popular to stay in?

Those visiting Cairns tend to stay in Cairns CBD, where a hostel costs around $50/night. Another popular neighborhood in Cairns is Parramatta Park, which is $48/night on average for a hostel.

How much is a hostel in Cairns tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Cairns tonight starting as low as $32, rising to an average cost of $61, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $34 for a 4-star hostel in Cairns for tonight.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Cairns?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 10 days before your trip to Cairns. The lowest price found when booking 10 days ahead was $20 per night.

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Cheapest hostels in Cairns, Australia

These Cairns properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. If you have the flexibility, change the dates selected to compare prices.

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Caravella Backpackers

149 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia

0.5 mi from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

Airport shuttle

$20

Avg. per night

Hostels in Cairns

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Travel insights for hostels in Cairns

Use our HotelsCombined data-powered tips to help you find your next hostel in Cairns.

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Cairns?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Cairns is December ($16). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Cairns is September ($140).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Cairns?

The cheapest day to stay in Cairns is Sunday ($20). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is $84.

Which Cairns neighborhoods are most popular to stay in?

Those visiting Cairns tend to stay in Cairns CBD, where a hostel costs around $50/night. Another popular neighborhood in Cairns is Parramatta Park, which is $48/night on average for a hostel.

How much is a hostel in Cairns tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Cairns tonight starting as low as $32, rising to an average cost of $61, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $34 for a 4-star hostel in Cairns for tonight.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Cairns?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 10 days before your trip to Cairns. The lowest price found when booking 10 days ahead was $20 per night.

Cheapest hostels in Cairns, Australia

These Cairns properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. If you have the flexibility, change the dates selected to compare prices.

Other accommodations in Cairns

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Cairns. There are 627 properties in Cairns and price data was last updated on April 29, 2025. The average price for a hotel in Cairns is $55/night.

Where to stay in Cairns

Explore different neighborhoods and areas within Cairns to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on April 29, 2025.

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Facts about staying in Cairns

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