Hostels in Cairns

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Travel insights for hostels in Cairns

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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 January ($61). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Cairns is July ($136).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Cairns is Monday ($84). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is $190.

How early should you book a hostel in Cairns?

Based on hostel prices in Cairns found by KAYAK users over the last 12 months.

Book at least 71 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Cairns hostel.

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 $83 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 15 August 2026
Currently, these are the lowest-priced hostels in Cairns we've come across for the dates selected. Prices can differ depending on the dates selected, so use the search form to browse more options if you have flexibility.
274 Draper Street, Parramatta Park, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$83
Avg. per night

Other accommodation in Cairns

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Cairns, QLD, Australia
7.1 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$173
Avg. per night
231 McLeod Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$113
Avg. per night
23-51 Anderson Road, Cairns, QLD, Australia
5.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$192
Avg. per night
101 - 105 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$238
Avg. per night
267 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$197
Avg. per night
183-185 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$173
Avg. per night
122 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$343
Avg. per night
149 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$112
Avg. per night
69 Abbott St, Cairns, QLD, Australia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$236
Avg. per 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 15 August 2026.
Whether you're visiting Cairns for leisure or business, utilize the map to find hostels close to your ideal location. You can find more information on a particular hostel within the map by clicking on its name.

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 15 August 2026.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Cairns?

    $111/night is an average price for a hostel in Cairns throughout the year. Hostel prices do vary, and you’ll find that in July is the most expensive month to book, and in August is the cheapest month to book. Our users recently found Cairns hostels for as low as $36/night. In general, Cairns hostels for $88 or less are a good deal.

  • What’s the best hostel in Cairns?

    Based on rated reviews, the best hostel in Cairns is Mad Monkey Jungle. 1,639 users from HotelsCombined gave the Mad Monkey Jungle a 8.0/10 rating.

  • What hostel is closest to Cairns Airport?

    The closest Cairns hostel to Cairns Airport is Mad Monkey Jungle, which is 4.5 km away.

  • 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, 1% of HotelsCombined users looking for Cairns hostels searched within Cairns CBD. Mad Monkey Backpackers Waterfront is a popular hostel in Cairns CBD if you choose to stay in the area.

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

    Mad Monkey Jungle happens to be the most popular Cairns hostel near Cairns Esplanade among our users. The Mad Monkey Jungle has a current rating of 8.0 from 1,639 HotelsCombined travellers. Cairns Esplanade is also conveniently located just 0.5 km from this hostel.

  • 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 “Kitchen/kitchenette” listed as an amenity?

    1 hostel in Cairns currently have “Kitchen/kitchenette” as a listed amenity. We recommend booking Mad Monkey Jungle, which is the most popular hostel in Cairns with this amenity.

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