A railway station named Kuranda Railway Station with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and ferns.

Search Hostels in Kuranda

  • Change your mind

    Book hotels with free cancellation

  • Treat yourself

    Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
    Sign in

  • Be picky

    Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Next weekend
Aug 21 - Aug 23
In two weeks
Aug 28 - Aug 30
In one month
Sep 11 - Sep 13
In two months
Oct 9 - Oct 11

Our top choices for Kuranda hostels

Terrace/patio

1. Little Drifter Cairns

Little Drifter Cairns
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (185 reviews)
"Nice clean room and friendly people, great location and modern amenities"
Australia
Frederick
The price is ￥17,546
￥19,393 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Little Drifter Cairns
Outdoor pool

2. YHA Cairns Central

YHA Cairns Central
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (230 reviews)
"Had a great stay, thanks!"
Australia
Ryoichi
The price is ￥11,800
￥12,979 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
YHA Cairns Central
Outdoor pool

3. Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
Parramatta Park
6.8 out of 10, (45 reviews)
"It was convenient enough to walk to the town and served it purpose of economics and convience."
Australia
ROBERT
The price is ￥7,901
￥7,901 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
WiFi (free), bed sheets

4. The Espy Hostel

The Espy Hostel
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.6 out of 10, Good, (91 reviews)
"Great location"
Australia
Jennifer Ann
The price is ￥11,593
￥12,840 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
The Espy Hostel
Outdoor pool

5. 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, (453 reviews)
"Decent place to stay for the price. Good location."
United States
Andrea
The price is ￥22,030
￥24,349 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
Exterior

6. Caravella Backpackers

Caravella Backpackers
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (156 reviews)
"Lovely and fresh - recently renovated unit 209."
Australia
Jason
The price is ￥11,800
￥12,979 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 22 - Aug 23
Caravella Backpackers
Exterior

7. 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 ￥18,690
￥20,602 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 21 - Aug 22
Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
View all properties
Save an average of 15% on thousands of hotels when you're signed in
Sign in
Sign up, it's free

Top Kuranda Hotel Reviews

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

8/10 Good
"Shower was broken and was dangerously slippery"
Peter 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Find out more about Kuranda

Kuranda Hostels information

Number of reviews
848
Accommodation
17 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥7,901
Highest Price
￥24,349

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Kuranda?
You may like the prices at this top accommodation in the area, which has good reviews from our customers: Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns - 11.8 mi (19 km) from the heart of Kuranda. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool at this holiday park.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Kuranda?
Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's some information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually January and February with an average temp of 80°F, while the coldest months are August and July with an average of 70°F. The rainiest months in Kuranda are January, February, March, and December, with each month seeing an average of 11 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Kuranda?
Generally, Kuranda is known for its rainforest, gardens, and wildlife. Get out into nature with places like Rainforestation Nature Park, Barron Gorge National Park, and Kuranda National Park. Cultural attractions include Kuranda Arts Co-Op Gallery, Peter Jarver Gallery, and Australian Armour and Artillery Museum. Locals like to shop at Kuranda Original Rainforest Markets and Smithfield Shopping Centre.
What's the best way to get to and around Kuranda while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Kuranda in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS), 8.7 mi (14.1 km) away from the city center. When you're out and about, you may want to make use of public transit. If you're eager to explore more of the area, make your way to Kuranda Station to hop on a train.

Explore a world of travel with Expedia