What is the cost of a hostel in Cairns?

$52 per night is how much hostels in Cairns cost, on average. $19 per night was the lowest price recently found by HotelsCombined users - but anything for $42 per night or less is a good deal. Cairns hostel prices fluctuate throughout the year, with October being the most expensive month to book, and in October being the cheapest.

What’s the best hostel in Cairns?

Caravella Backpackers is the best Cairns hostel according to HotelsCombined users. Caravella Backpackers has a rating of 8.5/10 from 2,024 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. Mad Monkey Waterfront 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.

Does Cairns have hostels with “Air-conditioned” listed as an amenity?

Yes, there are hostels in Cairns with “Air-conditioned” as a listed amenity. According to our data, 3 hostels have the “Air-conditioned” amenity in the Cairns area. Yha Cairns Central is a popular hostel among HotelsCombined users who are looking for this particular feature.

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Travel insights for hostels in Cairns

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in Cairns including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

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

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Cairns is September ($23). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Cairns is July ($85).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Cairns is Thursday ($28). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Sunday, when the average nightly price is $74.

How much is a hostel in Cairns tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Cairns tonight starting as low as $20, rising to an average cost of $49, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $21 for a 4-star hostel in Cairns for tonight.

How much is a Cairns hostel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hostels in Cairns this weekend for as little as $20/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $20/night. For a 4-star hostel in Cairns, the cheapest rate recently found was $23/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Cairns?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 88 days before your trip to Cairns. The lowest price found when booking 88 days ahead was $31 per night.

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Cheapest hostels in Cairns, Australia

Out of the hostels in Cairns we've come across, these properties are priced the lowest. Consider alternative dates if you're able to compare prices.

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Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

274 Draper Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

0.6 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

Airport shuttle

$49

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Hostels in Cairns

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Travel insights for hostels in Cairns

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in Cairns including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

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

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Cairns is September ($23). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Cairns is July ($85).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Cairns is Thursday ($28). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Sunday, when the average nightly price is $74.

How much is a hostel in Cairns tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Cairns tonight starting as low as $20, rising to an average cost of $49, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $21 for a 4-star hostel in Cairns for tonight.

How much is a Cairns hostel room this weekend?

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Cairns?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 88 days before your trip to Cairns. The lowest price found when booking 88 days ahead was $31 per night.

Cheapest hostels in Cairns, Australia

Out of the hostels in Cairns we've come across, these properties are priced the lowest. Consider alternative dates if you're able to compare prices.

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Where to stay in Cairns

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Cairns to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 24 أكتوبر 2025.

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Facts about staying in Cairns

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Cairns to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 24 أكتوبر 2025.

What is the cost of a hostel in Cairns?

What’s the best hostel in Cairns?

What hostel is closest to Cairns Airport?

What area of Cairns is most popular to stay in?

Should I stay in a Cairns hostel?

Does Cairns have hostels with “Air-conditioned” listed as an amenity?

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