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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 NT$2,219
NT$2,441 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Dougies Backpackers
A covered outdoor seating area with a sofa, round table, and potted plants.

2. 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 NT$2,470
NT$2,717 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Little Drifter Cairns
An aerial view of a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees, with lounge chairs and a tiled deck area.

3. YHA Cairns Central

YHA Cairns Central
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (244 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 NT$2,089
NT$2,298 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
YHA Cairns Central
A narrow outdoor space with corrugated metal walls, a wooden door, and a small garden area with potted plants.

4. 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 NT$1,090
NT$1,199 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel
A bed with two decorative pillows featuring tropical leaf patterns, a wooden headboard, and a bedside lamp.

5. The Espy Hostel

The Espy Hostel
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.6 out of 10, Good, (95 reviews)
"Great location"
Australia
Jennifer Ann
The price is NT$1,961
NT$2,157 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
The Espy Hostel
A pool area with lounge chairs and a bar area with umbrellas.

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, (463 reviews)
"Great place and lots of fun!"
United States
Ashton
The price is NT$4,579
NT$5,037 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
A beach scene with clear blue water and distant islands.

7. Jackaroo Treehouse Mission Beach - Hostel

Jackaroo Treehouse Mission Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Bingil Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (54 reviews)
"Amazing atmosphere among rainforest, loved the stay!"
Australia
Daria
The price is NT$2,400
NT$2,640 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Jackaroo Treehouse Mission Beach - Hostel
A swimming pool surrounded by tropical plants and a house in the background.

8. 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 NT$1,553
NT$1,553 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
A clear swimming pool with white chairs and an umbrella, surrounded by lush greenery.

9. 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 NT$3,431
NT$3,774 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel
A resort with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

10. Caravella Backpackers

Caravella Backpackers
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (159 reviews)
"Great hotel"
Norway
Åge
The price is NT$2,320
NT$2,552 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Caravella Backpackers
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Far North Queensland Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,472
Accommodation
26 Hostels
Lowest Price
NT$1,199
Highest Price
NT$5,037