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1. Little Drifter Cairns
Little Drifter CairnsCairns 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"
Ann
The price is NT$2,368
NT$2,605 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
2. YHA Cairns Central
YHA Cairns CentralCairns 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."
Nasha
The price is NT$1,820
NT$2,002 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
3. The Jack Backpackers
The Jack BackpackersCairns Central Business District
The price is NT$1,785
NT$1,964 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
4. Caravella Backpackers
Caravella BackpackersCairns 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."
katri
The price is NT$2,328
NT$2,560 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
5. Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
Cairns City Backpackers HostelParramatta 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."
ROBERT
The price is NT$1,558
NT$1,558 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
6. Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & ResortCairns Central Business District
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (464 reviews)
"Great place and lots of fun!"
Ashton
The price is NT$4,594
NT$5,054 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
7. The Espy Hostel
The Espy HostelCairns 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!"
Fathima
The price is NT$1,967
NT$2,164 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
8. Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel
Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - HostelParramatta 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. "
Derek
The price is NT$3,261
NT$3,587 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
9. On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel
On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - HostelYungaburra
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"
Fiona
The price is NT$1,093
NT$1,202 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
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Top reviews in Cairns and Barrier Reef
YHA Cairns Central
YHA Cairns CentralCairns Central Business District
10/10 Excellent
First time trying hostels but it was clean and staffs were nice. Easy access and it is perfect for budget travelers.
Kalin