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Travellers Oasis
Conveniently located in the heart of Cairns, opposite the Cairns Central Shopping Center and Cairns train station, Travelers Oasis presents an inviting accommodations option featuring an outdoor...
Dreamtime Hostel
Dreamtime is an award winning hostel with a difference. We offer travelers a safe, peaceful & cozy place to stay. We are not a party hostel.
Mad Monkey Village
Refurbished in May, 2018, Mad Monkey Village featuresa TV, a kitchen, bathrooms with air-conditioners in every room. There is also an outdoor swimming pool. Free WiFi provided.
Travellers Paradise
Surrounded by lush tropical gardens, Travelers Paradise offers accommodations in a historical, heritage listed Guest House in Cairns, 0.7 mi from Cairns Convention Center.
Mumma's Hostel Cairns
Mumma's Hostel Cairns has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Cairns.
Caravella Backpackers
Ideally located in the scenic and quieter area of the Esplanade- away from the noise of the clubs, bars and traffic- but only an easy 10 minute walk to the main attractions, the Pier and Cairns City...
YHA Cairns Central
YHA Cairns Central is located just 15 minutes' walk from The Esplanade and Trinity Wharf. It features an outdoor swimming pool, 2 spas, and a free Wi-Fi hotspot.
Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns
2024 Renovation Revelation: A Bold Makeover Journey Begins – Brace Yourself for an Entirely Revamped Bathroom Experience!
The Jack Backpackers
Guests enjoy FREE WIFI, NEW Air Cons, FREE Lockers, FREE Netflix available in common lounge area & private rooms with attached bathroom with an on-site bar and restaurant downstairs!
Summer House Cairns
Summer House Cairns features free bikes, outdoor swimming pool, a garden and shared lounge in Cairns.
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Review score9.2Wonderful · 1,660 reviews
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Travellers Oasis
CairnsBudget options availableReview score9.2Wonderful · 1,660 reviewsConveniently located in the heart of Cairns, opposite the Cairns Central Shopping Center and Cairns train station, Travelers Oasis presents an inviting accommodations option featuring an outdoor...
Travellers Paradise
CairnsBudget options availableReview score8.9Excellent · 1,466 reviewsSurrounded by lush tropical gardens, Travelers Paradise offers accommodations in a historical, heritage listed Guest House in Cairns, 0.7 mi from Cairns Convention Center.
Mad Monkey Village
CairnsBudget options availableReview score8.2Very Good · 1,208 reviewsRefurbished in May, 2018, Mad Monkey Village featuresa TV, a kitchen, bathrooms with air-conditioners in every room. There is also an outdoor swimming pool. Free WiFi provided.
Dreamtime Hostel
CairnsBudget options availableReview score8.9Excellent · 1,217 reviewsDreamtime is an award winning hostel with a difference. We offer travelers a safe, peaceful & cozy place to stay. We are not a party hostel.
Mumma's Hostel Cairns
CairnsBudget options availableReview score8.3Very Good · 624 reviewsMumma's Hostel Cairns has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Cairns.
Caravella Backpackers
CairnsBudget options availableReview score8.3Very Good · 213 reviewsIdeally located in the scenic and quieter area of the Esplanade- away from the noise of the clubs, bars and traffic- but only an easy 10 minute walk to the main attractions, the Pier and Cairns City...
Summer House Cairns
CairnsBudget options availableReview score7.7Good · 1,738 reviewsSummer House Cairns features free bikes, outdoor swimming pool, a garden and shared lounge in Cairns.
The Jack Backpackers
CairnsBudget options availableReview score7.3Good · 1,712 reviewsGuests enjoy FREE WIFI, NEW Air Cons, FREE Lockers, FREE Netflix available in common lounge area & private rooms with attached bathroom with an on-site bar and restaurant downstairs!
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Global Backpackers Cairns
CairnsCentral locationReview score8.5Very Good · 2,005 reviewsLocated in Cairns and with Cairns Station reachable within a 12-minute walk, Global Backpackers Cairns has a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.
Mad Monkey Waterfront
CairnsCentral locationReview score7.9Good · 537 reviewsAt Mad Monkey Waterfront we offer an affordable and clean accommodations in the heart of Cairns, the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef.
YHA Cairns Central
CairnsCentral locationReview score7.9Good · 2,432 reviewsYHA Cairns Central is located just 15 minutes' walk from The Esplanade and Trinity Wharf. It features an outdoor swimming pool, 2 spas, and a free Wi-Fi hotspot.
Little Drifter Cairns
CairnsCentral locationReview score7.9Good · 1,439 reviewsLocated in Cairns and with Cairns Convention Center reachable within a 10-minute walk, Little Drifter Cairns provides express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi...
MiHaven Shared Living - Martyn St
CairnsCentral locationReview score7.9Good · 94 reviewsFeaturing barbecue facilities, MiHaven Shared Living - Martyn St is located in Cairns in the Queensland region, a 15-minute walk from Cairns Station and 1.5 miles from Cairns Convention Center.
Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns
CairnsCentral locationReview score7.7Good · 2,174 reviews2024 Renovation Revelation: A Bold Makeover Journey Begins – Brace Yourself for an Entirely Revamped Bathroom Experience!
MiHaven Shared Living - Pembroke St
CairnsCentral locationReview score7.7Good · 47 reviewsLocated in Cairns, a 16-minute walk from Cairns Station, MiHaven Shared Living - Pembroke St provides accommodations with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and barbecue facilities.
Mad Monkey Central
CairnsCentral locationReview score7.6Good · 630 reviewsOffering an outdoor pool, barbecue and sun terrace, Mad Monkey Central is located in Cairns in the Queensland Region, 1312 feet from Cairns Convention Center.
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
CairnsCentral locationReview score7.2Good · 540 reviewsLocated in Cairns, a 7-minute walk from Cairns Station, Cairns City Backpackers Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms and a garden.
MiHaven Shared Living - Gatton St
CairnsCentral locationReview score7.2Good · 9 reviewsLocated in Cairns and with Cairns Station reachable within a 18-minute walk, MiHaven Shared Living - Gatton St provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared...
Bohemia Resort Cairns
CairnsCentral locationReview score6.5Pleasant · 967 reviewsBohemia Resort Cairns provides accommodations close to the Cairns city center. There is a large outdoor undercover area overlooking the lagoon-style pools and landscaped gardens.
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- Review score7.6Good · 804 reviewsBest hostel in Cairns. Super social, nice events and cheap drinks at the bar. Location is in the heart of the city and you can literally walk everywhere in 5 minutes. Will definetly be back one dayGuest review byPiccioniSolo traveler
- Review score8.5Very Good · 2,005 reviewsIn addition to the great location of the hostel, I really enjoyed the kitchen and common area on the top level. It's a great way to connect with people throughout the hostel. They do make sure that the hostel stays safe, asking all backpackers not to bring guests or people from outside.Guest review byJacquelineSolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $87.85Review score9.2Wonderful · 1,660 reviewsThis is a very nice hostel. The building has everything you need. They take great care for everyday cleanings. My dorm was mixed with bunk beds. There’s a safe under the bed for each person. Sheets were clean, and so the bathrooms.Guest review byVittoriaSolo traveler
- Review score8.9Excellent · 1,217 reviewsThis was the best hostel I’ve been so far. I stayed in the upstairs dorms which are very nice. With just 4/5 beds per room (not bunk beds for once). The building is not new but really nice with great vibes! Everybody was so chill…The common areas are great and the staff is awesome: thanks to Tim, Paul and Chelsea for what they do!Guest review byVittoriaSolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $73.16Review score7.6Good · 630 reviewsThe breakfast was great, the hostel is extremely clean, i loved the common area, it’s so social I met lots of new people. The beds were extremely comfortable and everyone from staff is so nice and helpful. One of the best hostels I‘ve stayed in, also perfectly located, only 5-10 minute walk anywhere you wanna go. Really great hostel!!Guest review bySarahSolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $87.85Review score9.2Wonderful · 1,660 reviewsBest hostel I stayed in Australia! Staff is great, super helpful and thoughtful! The hostel is super clean and bedrooms comfortable. Stayed in a 3-bed dormitory and I felt like home. You can also feel that this place is so special that it creates a very calm ambiance amongst guests. There are different common areas/kitchens for each group of bedrooms. The hostel is located just beside the bus station and a commercial center where there is a supermarket and some stores open until 10 Pm.Guest review byNathalieSolo traveler
- Review score7.7Good · 576 reviewsThe cleanliness, it's cleaned at a 5star standard which I loved by karen, nothing was to much effort. I stayed for few weeks, made use of pool and great facilities. Very cheap stay for excellent quality. Highly recommended. It's next to major rd, but u don't hear noise. Close to shops & bus stop. Staff are amazing only to willing to help. Very much appreciated. If your on a budget this is definitely the place to stay. You won't be disappointed.Guest review byPruedenceSolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: $136.32Review score7.7Good · 2,174 reviewsvery Social place if you like to party, cheap drinks for hostel guests. was pretty clean and even had a little workout room; pool area is very big and chill great location next to Rusty’s MarketGuest review byVictoriaSolo traveler
- Review score8.5Very Good · 2,005 reviewsKitchen has a terrace which looks across the esplanade, so nice to sit & cook up there. Each floor of rooms had a sofa area outside to chill which I’ve never seen in a hostel before & was great to have a space other than your bunk bed. Great location & cheapGuest review byNahumYoung couple
- Avg. price/night: $73.16Review score7.6Good · 630 reviewsAs a backpacker, one of the best hostels I've been to, the hostel itself is very welcoming and the people very close. I've been here for a month and a half and I've felt at home. It is great that breakfast is included and the kitchen is very large and clean, there is no space problem as it usually happens in other hostels. There is a bar in the hostel and the drinks are cheap, they also hold events in the hostel and it allows you to meet a lot of people. Would repeat again without a doubt!!Guest review byLaiaSolo traveler
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