What is the cost of a hostel in Cairns?

$58 per night is how much hostels in Cairns cost, on average. $20 per night was the lowest price recently found by HotelsCombined users - but anything for $52 per night or less is a good deal. Cairns hostel prices fluctuate throughout the year, with April being the most expensive month to book, and in April being the cheapest.

What’s the best hostel in Cairns?

Yha Cairns Central is the best Cairns hostel according to HotelsCombined users. Yha Cairns Central has a rating of 8.1/10 from 1,712 reviews.

What hostel is closest to Cairns Airport?

The closest Cairns hostel to Cairns Airport is Caravella Backpackers, which is 3.7 km away.

What area of Cairns is most popular to stay in?

While there are other neighbourhoods throughout Cairns, 33% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in Cairns CBD in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. Global Backpackers Cairns is our most popular hostel in this area.

Should I stay in a Cairns hostel?

Staying at a hostel is beneficial if you’re looking to travel to Cairns on a budget. Spending less on accommodations means you can spend more on activities, food, and souvenirs. You may find that some hostels in Cairns offer amenities similar to those that hotels provide, such as continental breakfasts, 24/7 check-in, an on-site bar, and free Wi-Fi - so there’s often no need to forego any travel comforts.

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Cheapest month:	March
Most expensive month:	December
Average price in Cairns:	$57/night
Cheapest price found:	$19/night
Cheapest day:	Sunday
Most expensive day:	Wednesday

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Yha Cairns Central

20-26 Mcleod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

0.3 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Airport shuttle

$26

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Discover well-known properties in Cairns that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 584 hotels in Cairns and price data was last updated on 25 April 2024. The average price for a hotel in Cairns is $57/night.

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Top-rated Cairns hostels

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Cheapest hostels in Cairns, Australia

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Where to stay in Cairns

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