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Our top choices for Cape York Peninsula hostels

A nighttime pool area with umbrellas, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

1. Dougies Backpackers

Dougies Backpackers
1.5 star property
Port Douglas
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (18 reviews)
"Great place, no complaints. "
United States
Kaidan
The price is P4,351
P4,786 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Dougies Backpackers
An aerial view of a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees, with lounge chairs and a tiled deck area.

2. YHA Cairns Central

YHA Cairns Central
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (243 reviews)
"First time trying hostels but it was clean and staffs were nice. Easy access and it is perfect for budget travelers."
United States
Kalin
The price is P4,094
P4,504 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
YHA Cairns Central
A spacious patio with a cushioned seating area, a fan, and potted plants.

3. The Espy Hostel

The Espy Hostel
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.8 out of 10, Good, (93 reviews)
"Great location"
Australia
Jennifer Ann
The price is P3,845
P4,229 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
The Espy Hostel
A covered outdoor seating area with a sofa, round table, and potted plants.

4. Little Drifter Cairns

Little Drifter Cairns
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (188 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 P4,877
P5,365 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Little Drifter Cairns
A swimming pool surrounded by tropical plants and a house in the background.

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 P3,046
P3,046 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
A resort with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

6. Caravella Backpackers

Caravella Backpackers
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (158 reviews)
"Great hotel"
Norway
Åge
The price is P4,549
P5,004 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Caravella Backpackers
A clear swimming pool with white chairs and an umbrella, surrounded by lush greenery.

7. 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)
"The rooms are basic but we loved the proximity to the centre "
Australia
Anonymous traveler
The price is P6,728
P7,401 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel
A pool area with lounge chairs and a bar area with umbrellas.

8. 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, (460 reviews)
"Great place and lots of fun!"
United States
Ashton
The price is P8,979
P9,877 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
A narrow outdoor space with corrugated metal walls, a wooden door, and a small garden area with potted plants.

9. On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel

On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
Yungaburra
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (118 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 P2,136
P2,350 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel
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Top Cape York Peninsula Hotel Reviews

The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Nice rooms. Guests lounge with coffee/tea making. Very helpful staff. Will store luggage. Have great photographic art of a local photographer that I know."
Maree 1-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
The Abbott Boutique Hotel

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Cape York Peninsula Hostels information

Number of reviews
951
Accommodation
26 Hostels
Lowest Price
P2,350
Highest Price
P9,877