What is the cost of a hostel in Cairns?

On average, it’s C$ 75/night for a hostel in Cairns, though C$ 48/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for C$ 23/night in Cairns. Try to avoid booking your hostel in August (the most expensive month). Booking in January (the cheapest month) could save you money.

What’s the best hostel in Cairns?

Travellers Oasis boasts a 9.2/10 review rating from 1,400 users, making it the best hostel in Cairns.

What hostel is closest to Cairns Airport?

It is 3.7 km to get from Cairns Airport to Caravella Backpackers (the nearest Cairns hostel to the airport).

What area of Cairns is most popular to stay in?

The most popular neighbourhood to stay in Cairns is Cairns CBD, according to our data. 16% of users who searched for hostels in Cairns looked for properties in Cairns CBD. If you’re interested in staying in Cairns CBD, consider the The Jack Backpackers - the neighbourhood’s most popular hostel.

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

Mad Monkey Backpackers Waterfront is the most popular hostel in Cairns that’s close to Cairns Esplanade (the city’s most popular landmark). There are 0.2 km from Mad Monkey Backpackers Waterfront to Cairns Esplanade. While there may be other hostels near Cairns Esplanade, Mad Monkey Backpackers Waterfront is highly rated (7.9/10) by 1,241 users.

Should I stay in a Cairns hostel?

Aside from the fact that Cairns hostels tend to be more affordable than other stay types, they also have a more lively social scene. This social environment is perfect for individuals, couples, and even families who are looking to meet fellow travellers in Cairns.

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

Yes, there are hostels in Cairns with “Pool” as a listed amenity. According to our data, 7 hostels have the “Pool” amenity in the Cairns area. Yha Cairns Central is a popular hostel among HotelsCombined users who are looking for this particular feature.

Affordable Cairns Hostels From C$ 32/night

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 January (C$ 32). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Cairns is February (C$ 162).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Cairns is Sunday (C$ 61). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Friday, when the average nightly price is C$ 181.

How much is a hostel in Cairns tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Cairns tonight starting as low as C$ 28, rising to an average cost of C$ 87, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from C$ 44 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 C$ 28/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as C$ 28/night. For a 4-star hostel in Cairns, the cheapest rate recently found was C$ 33/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Cairns?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 39 days before your trip to Cairns. The lowest price found when booking 39 days ahead was C$ 36 per night.

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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. Consider alternative dates if you're able to compare prices.

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Caravella Backpackers

149 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia

0.8 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

Airport shuttle

C$ 32

Avg. per night

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 January (C$ 32). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Cairns is February (C$ 162).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Cairns is Sunday (C$ 61). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Friday, when the average nightly price is C$ 181.

How much is a hostel in Cairns tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Cairns tonight starting as low as C$ 28, rising to an average cost of C$ 87, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from C$ 44 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 39 days before your trip to Cairns. The lowest price found when booking 39 days ahead was C$ 36 per night.

Cheapest hostels in Cairns, Australia

At the moment, these hostels offer the lowest nightly rate out of those we've come across in Cairns. Consider alternative dates if you're able to compare prices.

Hostel prices in Cairns

We've come across the following hostels in Cairns with different price and hostel class options. As an added layer, we've also marked the most popular and best value properties in each hostel class.

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Other accommodations in Cairns

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Cairns. There are 662 properties in Cairns and price data was last updated on 25 August 2025. The average price for a hotel in Cairns is C$ 74/night.

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 25 August 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 25 August 2025.