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Our top choices for Cairns and Barrier Reef hostels

1. Little Drifter Cairns

Little Drifter Cairns
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (189 reviews)
"The best hostel we have ever stayed at. Location is perfect plus next door to Woolworths, everything is run and maintained really well. And the evening specials were a lovely bonus"
Australia
Ann
The price is P4,590
P5,049 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Little Drifter Cairns

2. YHA Cairns Central

YHA Cairns Central
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (251 reviews)
"Centrally located so great location. The room is clean and has space for a medium-sized luggage. Only downside is the person on the top bunk is right under the air conditioner so they would freeze all night. Felt bad for the girl who slept there. Nice pool onsite."
Canada
Nasha
The price is P3,527
P3,880 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
YHA Cairns Central

3. The Jack Backpackers

The Jack Backpackers
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
The price is P3,460
P3,806 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
The Jack Backpackers

4. Caravella Backpackers

Caravella Backpackers
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (161 reviews)
"Good value. Ok beds, and good a/c. Very basic. Staff is very nice."
United States
katri
The price is P4,512
P4,963 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Caravella Backpackers

5. Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
Parramatta Park
6.8 out of 10, (48 reviews)
"It was convenient enough to walk to the town and served it purpose of economics and convience."
Australia
ROBERT
The price is P3,021
P3,021 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

6. Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (464 reviews)
"Great place and lots of fun!"
United States
Ashton
The price is P8,905
P9,796 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

7. The Espy Hostel

The Espy Hostel
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.6 out of 10, Good, (97 reviews)
"Would recommend their single room for solo travellers! Really helpful staff and affordable and safe!"
Canada
Fathima
The price is P3,813
P4,194 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
The Espy Hostel

8. Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel

Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel
2.0 star property
Parramatta Park
7.6 out of 10, Good, (103 reviews)
"Short but magical stay - loved the historic building, the courtyard and pool were wonderfully social, and the location could not have been better for getting to a world class chamber orchestra performance; wide ranging street food; and boarding the Spirit of Queensland train for an epic journey south. "
Australia
Derek
The price is P6,320
P6,952 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel

9. On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel

On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
Yungaburra
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (120 reviews)
"Lovely chill place to stay - wish we had longer Looks like a place you could really relax and enjoy a chilled out pace of life for a while"
United Kingdom
Fiona
The price is P2,118
P2,330 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel
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Learn more about Cairns and Barrier Reef

Head to sights like Australian Armour and Artillery Museum and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station as you discover Cairns and Barrier Reef.

A clear turquoise sea with a sailboat in the distance and buoys on the shore.
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