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Our top choices for Portsmith hostels

Outdoor pool
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

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, (436)
"Great cheap place to stay"
United Kingdom
sarah
The price is AU$211
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
Outdoor pool
YHA Cairns Central

YHA Cairns Central

YHA Cairns Central
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (210)
"Had a great stay, thanks!"
Australia
Ryoichi
The price is AU$99
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
YHA Cairns Central
Terrace/patio
Little Drifter Cairns

Little Drifter Cairns

Little Drifter Cairns
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (182)
"Absolutely lovely environment"
United States
James
The price is AU$133
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Little Drifter Cairns
Free WiFi, bed sheets
The Espy Hostel

The Espy Hostel

The Espy Hostel
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.6 out of 10, Good, (84)
"Peaceful and easy with the added bonus of international aromas "
Australia
Timothy
The price is AU$143
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
The Espy Hostel
Exterior
Caravella Backpackers

Caravella Backpackers

Caravella Backpackers
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (147)
"So convenient, over the road from Muddies for play area and food, as well as walking. Cafe next door also excellent. Did not use shared kitchen but very well stocked with needs for future stays."
Australia
Rani
The price is AU$115
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Caravella Backpackers
Exterior
Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel

Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel

Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel
2.0 star property
Parramatta Park
7.6 out of 10, Good, (100)
"Property was very convenient for central Cairns. It was quiet and quaint, and very cosy."
Australia
David
The price is AU$156
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan 2026
Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel
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Portsmith Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,155
Accommodation
17 Hostels
Lowest Price
AU$99
Highest Price
AU$211

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Portsmith?
You might like the room rates at this top lodging option in the surrounding area, which has positive reviews from our customers: Cairns Colonial Club Resort - 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from the heart of Portsmith. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool at this holiday park.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Portsmith?
Good weather's always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats about the seasons: The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are August and July, with an average of 21°C. The rainiest months in Portsmith are January, February, March and December, with each month seeing an average of 278 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Portsmith?
Generally, Portsmith is known for its: beaches and sports. Get out into nature with places such as Esplanade Lagoon, Muddy's Playground and Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland. Cultural attractions include Cairns Performing Arts Centre, Australian Armour and Artillery Museum and The Cairns Museum. Locals like to shop at Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Cairns Night Markets.
What's the best way to get to and around Portsmith while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Portsmith in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.), 5.7 mi (9.3 km) from the city centre.

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