Hostels in popular neighbourhoods in Cairns
Below are the most popular neighbourhoods in Cairns to stay in, as well as some of the best hostels in each area
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These hotels usually make for a cheap way to stay in Cairns
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72-74 Grafton St, Cairns, QLD, Australia
The Espy Hostel
83 Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, Australia
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Summer House Backpackers Cairns
341 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia
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When to book a hostel in Cairns
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| Cheapest day of week | Wednesday | is the cheapest day of the week to book |
| Highest day of week | Tuesday | is the most expensive day of the week to book |
| £14 | is the average per night cost for a hostel on this day | |
| £97 | is the average per night cost for a hostel on this day |
Information about staying in Cairns
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What is the average length of a stay in a Cairns hostel?
Past guests of hostels in Cairns have typically stayed in the city for 5 days. A 5-days stay at a Cairns hostel usually costs £241.
Are Cairns hostels a better deal than Cairns hotels?
On average, a hostel in Cairns will cost you £48/night which is 40% less than 4 star hotels and 59% less than 5 star hotels. Hostels would be considered a very good deal compared to 4 star or 5 star hotels
What do past momondo users think of the hostels in Cairns?
On average, momondo users have rated Cairns hostels a 7.9 out of 10. This rating is better than 3-star (7.5) hotels in Cairns. If you are looking for a comfortable and budget-friendly stay in Cairns, momondo and its users would recommend looking into a hostel.
How many operators does momondo search for hotels in Cairns?
As of April 2025, there are 627 operators available to choose from for hotels in Cairns.
When did momondo last update prices for hotels in Cairns?
Prices for hotels in Cairns were last updated today.