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Our top choices for Tropical North Waterfront hostels

Terrace/patio

Little Drifter Cairns

Little Drifter Cairns
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (182 reviews)
"Very clean throughout, staff were excellent, I had a room near the dining, common area which was very noisy."
Australia
steven
The price is AU$110
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Little Drifter Cairns
Outdoor pool

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, (438 reviews)
"Receptionist were lovely and this is such a good vibe rooms are clean location is perfect "
Australia
Sharni
The price is AU$203
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
Outdoor pool

YHA Cairns Central

YHA Cairns Central
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (219 reviews)
"Had a great stay, thanks!"
Australia
Ryoichi
The price is AU$99
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
YHA Cairns Central
Free WiFi, bed sheets

The Espy Hostel

The Espy Hostel
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.6 out of 10, Good, (84 reviews)
"Great location, good vibes."
Australia
Harinath
The price is AU$96
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
The Espy Hostel
Exterior

Caravella Backpackers

Caravella Backpackers
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (149 reviews)
"Great hotel"
Norway
Åge
The price is AU$115
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Caravella Backpackers
Exterior

Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel

Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel
2.0 star property
Parramatta Park
7.6 out of 10, Good, (101 reviews)
"Excellent "
Australia
Melissa
The price is AU$136
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel
Outdoor pool

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
Parramatta Park
6.8 out of 10, (43 reviews)
"Good location , easy to get around "
Australia
Chen
The price is AU$70
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
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Top Tropical North Waterfront Hotel Reviews

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns

8/10 Good
"Staff were great and location was good. "
Julie 3-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Pacific Hotel Cairns

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Tropical North Waterfront Hostels information

Number of reviews
735
Accommodation
17 Hostels
Lowest Price
AU$96
Highest Price
AU$203

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Tropical North Waterfront?
By choosing a hostel, you can cut your spending on accommodations and set aside more of your trip funds for fun things to do during your trip.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look identical, but these dorm-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget prices and a social environment.
What are the best hostels in Tropical North Waterfront?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These ones get the highest reviews from our travellers and could be a good place to look first: The Espy Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Cairns Esplanade. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool, as well as tour/ticket assistance. You'll find towels, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. YHA Cairns Central - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Cairns Station. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and tour/ticket assistance. You'll find towels, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort - Located within a 10-minute walk of Cairns Esplanade and Reef Fleet Terminal. Property features include free Wi-Fi, a nightclub and an outdoor pool. Rooms come with showers, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi. Little Drifter Cairns - Located within a 5-minute walk of Cairns Esplanade. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and tour/ticket assistance, as well as laundry facilities. You'll find showers, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Global Backpackers Cairns - Located within a 10-minute walk of Reef Fleet Terminal. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and tour/ticket assistance. Rooms come with towels, showers and bed sheets.
How many hostels are there in Tropical North Waterfront?
If you're hoping to find somewhere affordable to stay in Tropical North Waterfront, one of Expedia's 7 hostels could be a great choice.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Tropical North Waterfront?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here's some information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually December and January, 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 Tropical North Waterfront are January, February, March and December, with each month seeing an average of 270 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Tropical North Waterfront?
Get out into nature with places such as Esplanade Lagoon, Reef Teach and Michaelmas Cay. Cultural attractions include Cairns Museum, Bulmba-ja Arts Centre and The Cultural Place. Locals like to shop at Cairns Night Markets and Cairns Central Shopping Centre.
What's the best way to get to and around Tropical North Waterfront while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Tropical North Waterfront 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.), 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from the city centre.

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