What is the cost of a hostel in Cairns?

Cairns hostels are S$ 73/night, on average. However, you may find that prices fluctuate depending on the time of year. In February is often the cheapest month to book, and in September is the most expensive month to book a hostel in Cairns. Our users recently found hostels for S$ 21/night - which is currently the lowest price. Keep in mind that we would consider anything in Cairns for S$ 48/night or less a good deal.

What’s the best hostel in Cairns?

Based on rated reviews, the best hostel in Cairns is Caravella Backpackers. 1,867 users from HotelsCombined gave the Caravella Backpackers a 8.3/10 rating.

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).

Should I stay in a Cairns hostel?

Hostels in Cairns tend to have a more active social scene than hotels, so they’re perfect for outgoing travellers looking to meet other people. Cairns hostels are, on average, cheaper than other stays in the city due to their dorm-style sleeping quarters. However, this means you can spend your money elsewhere such as on local tours and events.

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 (S$ 28). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Cairns is September (S$ 240).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Cairns is Sunday (S$ 35). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is S$ 144.

How much is a hostel in Cairns tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Cairns tonight starting as low as S$ 33, rising to an average cost of S$ 74, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from S$ 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 S$ 26 per night.

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These are the lowest prices we've found on hostels in Cairns at the moment. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.

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Caravella Backpackers

149 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia

0.8 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

Airport shuttle

S$ 26

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 December (S$ 28). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Cairns is September (S$ 240).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Cairns is Sunday (S$ 35). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is S$ 144.

How much is a hostel in Cairns tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Cairns tonight starting as low as S$ 33, rising to an average cost of S$ 74, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from S$ 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 S$ 26 per night.

Cheapest hostels in Cairns, Australia

These are the lowest prices we've found on hostels in Cairns at the moment. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.

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Where to stay in Cairns

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Facts about staying in Cairns

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What is the cost of a hostel in Cairns?

What’s the best hostel in Cairns?

What hostel is closest to Cairns Airport?

Should I stay in a Cairns hostel?

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

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