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1. Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
Parramatta Park
6.8 out of 10, (47 reviews)
"It was convenient enough to walk to the town and served it purpose of economics and convience."
Australia
ROBERT
The price is AU$70
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

2. Bounce Magnetic Island

Bounce Magnetic Island
3.0 star property
Horseshoe Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (79 reviews)
"This is an excellent place to experience a tropical island. Peaceful relaxing and a friendly happy atmosphere. Staff were great, amenities were clean facilities like bar pool and kitchen really good."
Australia
Robert
The price is AU$159
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Bounce Magnetic Island

3. Little Drifter Cairns

Little Drifter Cairns
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (187 reviews)
"Nice clean room and friendly people, great location and modern amenities"
Australia
Frederick
The price is AU$153
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Little Drifter Cairns

4. YHA Cairns Central

YHA Cairns Central
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (237 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 AU$109
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
YHA Cairns Central

5. Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel
2.0 star property
Nelly Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (67 reviews)
"Friendly staff and amazing views !!"
Australia
Evyenia
The price is AU$311
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

6. 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 AU$54
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel

7. 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, (455 reviews)
"Decent place to stay for the price. Good location."
United States
Andrea
The price is AU$206
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

8. Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel

Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Yeppoon
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (63 reviews)
"The receptionist was helpful, the room was clean, and belongings or property were managed well . "
Australia
william
The price is AU$121
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel

9. Avenues Xchange

Avenues Xchange
1.0 star property
Hermit Park
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (94 reviews)
"The service when I first got to the property was amazing, plus when I was leaving it was outstanding service from Bailey. Our room clean android Q"
Australia
Pamula
The price is AU$84
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Avenues Xchange

10. Caravella Backpackers

Caravella Backpackers
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (156 reviews)
"Great hotel"
Norway
Åge
The price is AU$115
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Caravella Backpackers

11. The Espy Hostel

The Espy Hostel
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.6 out of 10, Good, (92 reviews)
"Great location"
Australia
Jennifer Ann
The price is AU$101
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
The Espy Hostel

12. 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 AU$114
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Jackaroo Treehouse Mission Beach - Hostel

13. 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)
"Property was very convenient for central Cairns. It was quiet and quaint, and very cosy."
Australia
David
The price is AU$160
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel
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Lowest Price
AU$54
Highest Price
AU$311

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