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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 139 hotels in Cairns and price data was last updated on 25 July 2024. The average price for a hotel in Cairns is .
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231 McLeod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Bohemia Resort Cairns provides accommodation close to the Cairns city centre. There is a large outdoor undercover area overlooking the lagoon-style pools and landscaped gardens. A BBQ is available free of charge for guests to use. Free WiFi is provided. Guests at Cairns Bohemia Resort can choose between rooms with ensuited or shared bathroom facilities. Some rooms are located poolside or offer pool views. Facilities include a spa pool and laundry room including a washing machine, dryer and ironing facilities. Bohemia Resort Cairns is 10 minutes’ drive from Cairns International Airport. It is less than 15-minutes’ drive to Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. Cairns Convention Centre is 3 km away.
Free Wi-Fi
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6.6
Good
1055 reviews
Location
1.9 km from city centre
274 Draper Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Set amongst tropical gardens with an outdoor swimming pool, Cairns City Backpackers is a 25-minute walk from The Esplanade. Kitchen and laundry facilities are provided, and free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. Facilities at Cairns City Backpackers Hostel include a spacious lounge area. Discount meal tickets are available nightly from reception for use at some inner city pubs for evening meals. Each room has ceiling fans and some have their own shower facilities. All bed linen is provided. Each room has ceiling fans and some have their own shower facilities. All bed linen is provided. Air-conditioning is provided in the dormitory rooms during the warmer months. The tour desk can organise discounted Great Barrier Reef trips, white water rafting, skydiving, cycling and horse riding. Cairns City Backpackers Hostel is an 8-minute walk from Cairns Railway Station.
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7.2
Good
409 reviews
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0.6 km from city centre
1/21 Anderson Road, Woree, Cairns, QLD, Australia
While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including free WiFi and an LED TV, as well as a coffee/tea maker and a garden. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a hair dryer, towels, and an electric kettle.
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7.9
Good
466 reviews
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5.8 km from city centre
341 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Summer House Backpackers Cairns features free bikes, outdoor swimming pool, a garden and shared lounge in Cairns. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation provides evening entertainment and an ATM. The hostel offers a terrace. You can play table tennis at this 3-star hostel, and the area is popular for hiking. Cairns Station is 3.4 km from Summer House Backpackers Cairns, while Cairns Convention Centre is 3.8 km away. The nearest airport is Cairns Airport, 5 km from the accommodation.
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7.5
Good
1607 reviews
Location
2.3 km from city centre
8 Scott St, Cairns, QLD, Australia
Hostel with free parking, walk to Cairns Central Shopping Centre Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free hostel has a microwave in a common area and concierge services. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include dry cleaning, laundry facilities, and tour/ticket assistance. Limited housekeeping is available. Travellers Oasis - Hostel offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis. Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
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9.0
Excellent
1434 reviews
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0.5 km from city centre
Cairns, QLD, Australia
While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including free WiFi and air conditioning, as well as towels and a picnic area. Other amenities include a sitting area and a dining table.
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8.2
Excellent
219 reviews
Location
7.1 km from city centre

Tips for booking Budget hotels in Cairns

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Cairns. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 25 July 2024.
Cheapest day:Wednesday
Most expensive day:Tuesday
$34 - $283
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Top-rated Budget hotels in Cairns

Browse through properties in Cairns that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 139 properties in Cairns and data was last updated on 25 July 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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$47
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69 Abbott St, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$209
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135 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$147
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702 Bruce Highway, Cairns, QLD, Australia
5.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
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$146
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149 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.8 km from city centre
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$135
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199 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
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$173
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166-172 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
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$159
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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 $45 per night. There is currently one property in Cairns that can be booked for this price. Global Backpackers Cairns is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Cairns. Price data was last updated on 25 July 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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67 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$45
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57-89 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$46
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Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.9 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$80
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209 Sheridan Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$84
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149 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Air conditioning
$90
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83 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Air conditioning
$96
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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 25 July 2024.
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58-62 Mcleod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$193
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107 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$470
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267 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$195
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57-89 Grafton Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$46
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20-26 Mcleod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$47
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149 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$135
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8 Minnie Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$149
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122 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$241
Avg. per night

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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 25 July 2024.
  • How much does it cost to stay at a Budget hotels in Cairns?

    A Budget hotels in Cairns can typically be found for $338/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 $338. Typically, a Cairns hotel will go for $191/night.

  • Are there good Budget hotels near Cairns Railway Station?

    For Budget hotels near Cairns Railway Station, you will find 25 hotels within 2 miles of Cairns Railway Station that are 3 Star or above. On average, you can expect to pay $195 per night when staying at Budget hotels near Cairns Railway Station. 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 $178 when looking near Cairns Airport. Cairns Esplanade 2br Waterfront Apartment Sleeps 6, Belle Escapes Waterview Penthouse 404 The Edge, Edge Hill - spectacular views of the city and sea, Residential two bedroom, self-contained, renovated apartment, Sheridan St, self check-in, Cairns Colonial Club Resort, Nrma Cairns Holiday Park, Summer House Backpackers Cairns, Ground Floor Easy Unit Close to City 4, Oasis Inn Apartments, Bohemia Resort Cairns.

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