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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 March (S$ 36). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Cairns is April (S$ 130).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Cairns is Friday (S$ 85). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Wednesday, when the average nightly price is S$ 296.

Which Cairns neighborhoods are most popular to stay in?

Those visiting Cairns tend to stay in Parramatta Park, where a hostel costs around S$ 118/night. Another popular neighborhood in Cairns is Cairns CBD, which is S$ 109/night on average for a hostel.

How much is a hostel in Cairns tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Cairns tonight starting as low as S$ 26, rising to an average cost of S$ 75, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from S$ 34 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 S$ 26/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as S$ 27/night. For a 4-star hostel in Cairns, the cheapest rate recently found was S$ 28/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Cairns?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 84 days before your trip to Cairns. The lowest price found when booking 84 days ahead was S$ 38 per night.
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Cheapest hostels in Cairns, Australia

Discover affordable stays in Cairns that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Cairns can be found for as low as S$ 67 per night. There is currently one property in Cairns that can be booked for this price. Cairns City Backpackers Hostel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Cairns. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025
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.
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

274 Draper Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
S$ 67
Avg. per night
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Yha Cairns Central
Yha Cairns Central

Yha Cairns Central

20-26 Mcleod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
S$ 72
Avg. per night
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Global Backpackers Cairns
Global Backpackers Cairns

Global Backpackers Cairns

67 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
S$ 83
Avg. per night
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Caravella Backpackers
Caravella Backpackers

Caravella Backpackers

149 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
S$ 86
Avg. per night
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Travellers Oasis
Travellers Oasis

Travellers Oasis

8 Scott St, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
S$ 108
Avg. per night
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Other accommodations in Cairns

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Tradewinds McLeod Holiday Apartments
Tradewinds McLeod Holiday Apartments

Tradewinds McLeod Holiday Apartments

Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.6 km from city centre
Air conditioning
S$ 155
Avg. per night
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Cairns Reef Apartments & Motel
Cairns Reef Apartments & Motel

Cairns Reef Apartments & Motel

670-678 Bruce Highway, Cairns, QLD, Australia
4.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
S$ 96
Avg. per night
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Motel Nomad
Motel Nomad

Motel Nomad

314 Mulgrave Road, Cairns, QLD, Australia
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
S$ 79
Avg. per night
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Comfort Inn Cairns City
Comfort Inn Cairns City

Comfort Inn Cairns City

183-185 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
S$ 111
Avg. per night
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Tasman Holiday Parks - Cairns Cool Waters
Tasman Holiday Parks - Cairns Cool Waters

Tasman Holiday Parks - Cairns Cool Waters

Cairns, QLD, Australia
7.1 km from city centre
Air conditioning
S$ 118
Avg. per night
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Cairns City Palms
Cairns City Palms

Cairns City Palms

199 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
S$ 112
Avg. per night
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Vision Cairns Esplanade
Vision Cairns Esplanade

Vision Cairns Esplanade

125-129 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
S$ 241
Avg. per night
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Where to stay in Cairns

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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 12 September 2025.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Cairns?

    Cairns hostels are S$ 70/night, on average. However, you may find that prices fluctuate depending on the time of year. In November is often the cheapest month to book, and in August is the most expensive month to book a hostel in Cairns. Our users recently found hostels for S$ 20/night - which is currently the lowest price. Keep in mind that we would consider anything in Cairns for S$ 47/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. 1,975 users from HotelsCombined gave the Caravella Backpackers a 8.5/10 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).

  • What area of Cairns is most popular to stay in?

    Cairns CBD is the most popular area of Cairns to stay in. In the past year, 10% of HotelsCombined users looking for Cairns hostels searched within Cairns CBD. Global Backpackers Cairns is a popular hostel in Cairns CBD if you choose to stay in the area.

  • 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 “Pool” listed as an amenity?

    Yes, Cairns has 3 hostels with “Pool” as a featured amenity. Based on our data, Yha Cairns Central is the most popular Cairns hostel with this amenity.

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