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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 ￥11,004
￥12,104 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
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 ￥11,742
￥12,916 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 ￥11,442
￥12,586 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
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 ￥5,179
￥5,721 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
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, (94 reviews)
"Great location"
Australia
Jennifer Ann
The price is ￥10,076
￥11,156 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
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, (461 reviews)
"Great place and lots of fun!"
United States
Ashton
The price is ￥20,892
￥23,163 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
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 ￥10,988
￥12,182 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
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 ￥7,703
￥7,703 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
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 ￥16,071
￥17,773 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
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 ￥11,505
￥12,655 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Caravella Backpackers
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Top Far North Queensland Hotel Reviews

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns

10/10 Excellent
"Clean spacious room. Friendly, helpful staff. Good location."
Kenneth John 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Pacific Hotel Cairns

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Far North Queensland Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,008
Accommodation
24 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥5,721
Highest Price
￥23,163