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Popular Budget hotels in Cairns

Discover well-known properties in Cairns that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 144 hotels in Cairns and price data was last updated on 27 April 2024. The average price for a hotel in Cairns is .
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231 McLeod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Located in Cairns, the resort is a short drive from Cairns Central and Kuranda Scenic Railway. It has a gym, as well as a swimming pool, a Jacuzzi and an outdoor pool.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
6.6
Good
1006 reviews
Location
1.9 km from city centre
274 Draper Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Situated in Cairns, the hostel is a short walk from Cairns Central and offers a swimming pool and an outdoor pool. It is set amongst a range of restaurants and cafés and is minutes on foot from Cairns Railway Station.
Free Wi-Fi
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7.2
Good
343 reviews
Location
0.6 km from city centre
1/21 Anderson Road, Woree, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Situated in Cairns, the resort is within a 20-minute drive of Cairns Airport and provides a waterfall pool. It has a day spa, as well as a children's play area, a tour desk and a garden.
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7.9
Good
429 reviews
Location
5.8 km from city centre
341 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Boasting a swimming pool, an outdoor pool and a private beach, Summer House Backpackers Cairns is situated in Cairns and offers comfortable accommodation. It is located a 10-minute car ride from Cairns Airport and an airport transfer is provided for guests.
Free Wi-Fi
7.6
Good
1497 reviews
Location
2.3 km from city centre
69 Abbott St, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Centrally positioned, The Abbott Boutique Hotel allows for easy access to Cairns's popular tourist attractions. Guests can also make the most of complimentary internet in all areas.
Free Wi-Fi
8.8
Excellent
2223 reviews
Location
0.6 km from city centre

Top-rated Budget hotels in Cairns

Browse through properties in Cairns that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 144 properties in Cairns and data was last updated on 27 April 2024.
Some of the best Cairns hotel options as decided by our users. Narrow down your search by reading user reviews, hotel descriptions, and amenities.
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20-26 Mcleod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
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$44
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702 Bruce Highway, Cairns, QLD, Australia
5.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
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$118
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43 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$224
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149 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
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Airport shuttle
$129
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199 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
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$129
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149 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
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Air conditioning
$89
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209 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
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$83
Avg. per night

Cheapest Budget hotels in Cairns

Discover affordable stays in Cairns that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Cairns can be found for as low as $44 per night. There is currently one property in Cairns that can be booked for this price. Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Cairns. Price data was last updated on 27 April 2024
Currently, these are the lowest-priced hotels in Cairns we've come across for the dates selected. Consider alternative dates if you're able to compare prices.
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57-89 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$44
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67 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$45
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8 Scott St, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$80
Avg. per night
Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.9 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$81
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Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.2 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$87
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in Cairns

Discover the ideal holiday rental or hostel for your stay in Cairns. Choose from a variety of options among the available accommodations. Listings are regularly updated, with the latest information as of 27 April 2024.
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58-62 Mcleod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$177
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107 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$369
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267 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$165
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166-172 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$144
Avg. per night
122 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$247
Avg. per night
209-217 Abbott Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$188
Avg. per night
231 McLeod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$91
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101 - 105 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$212
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Budget hotels FAQs

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Cairns to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 27 April 2024.
  • How much does it cost to stay at a Budget hotels in Cairns?

    A Budget hotels in Cairns can typically be found for $329/night. If you’re looking for this accommodation in Cairns, you may be pleased to know that our users have recently found deals as low as $22 per night. Flying Monkey Backpackers is the cheapest Budget hotels in the city based on our data.

  • Are Budget hotels more or less expensive than other Cairns hotels?

    Budget hotels will typically cost you more than the average Cairns hotel. HotelsCombined users find that the typical nightly rate for a Budget hotels in Cairns is around $329. Typically, a Cairns hotel will go for $163/night.

  • Are there good Budget hotels near Reef Fleet Terminal?

    For Budget hotels near Reef Fleet Terminal, you will find 25 hotels within 2 miles of Reef Fleet Terminal that are 3 Star or above. On average, you can expect to pay $242 per night when staying at Budget hotels near Reef Fleet Terminal. The cheaper options in the area are Bohemia Resort Cairns, The Abbott Boutique Hotel, and Ryan's Rest Boutique Accommodation.

  • Are there Budget hotels near Cairns Airport?

    When looking for Budget hotels near Cairns Airport there are 11 options. You can expect to pay a nightly rate of $161 when looking near Cairns Airport. Edge Hill - spectacular views of the city and sea, Belle Escapes Waterview Penthouse 404 The Edge, Residential two bedroom, self-contained, renovated apartment, Sheridan St, self check-in, Cairns Colonial Club Resort, Nrma Cairns Holiday Park, On the Esplanade 7, Summer House Backpackers Cairns, Ground Floor Easy Unit Close to City 4, Oasis Inn Cairns, Bohemia Resort Cairns.

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