The 10 best cheap hotels in Cairns, Australia

The best cheap hotels in Cairns

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Travellers Oasis

Conveniently situated in the heart of Cairns, opposite the Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Cairns train station, Travellers Oasis presents an inviting accommodation option featuring an outdoor...

Wan-Lin

From

Taiwan

Power jump problem after I checked in. The staff helped me deal with and was patient.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2

Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,664 reviews

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US$87.28

1 night, 2 adults

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Dreamtime Hostel

Cairns

Dreamtime is an award winning hostel with a difference. We offer travellers a safe, peaceful & cosy place to stay. We are not a party hostel.

Zara

From

Turkey

Initially booked this hostel for three days, but the atmosphere was so wonderful and relaxing that I ended up staying for nearly a month. There are no bunk beds—just regular beds—so it feels much more comfortable. Almost every room has its own fridge, and there are plenty of bathrooms and kitchens available, the place also very clean which adds to overall comfort. The garden is incredibly peaceful; you might not even want to leave once you settle in. There’s also a cool common area on the second-floor balcony with a red sofa where I spent most of my time. This is definitely not the typical party hostel full of loud drinking or drugs. Whenever I came in, people were meditating, doing yoga, reading, painting, or writing. If you’re looking for a party-all-night vibe, this may not be the place for you. The guests here have a different energy—more mature, quiet, and respectful. It’s also a very safe choice for solo female travelers. Another unique aspect is that the owners are often at reception, which makes the place feel safer, and they address any issues immediately. However, if you’re a digital nomad, be aware that the internet can be spotty in some rooms—especially in rooms 6 and 7, where it doesn’t reach at all. Even a Telstra hotspot wasn’t sufficient there. The internet in room 19 was much better, and it’s very good in the common areas. But working in the common area during the summer without air conditioning can be tough due to the heat. In the winter, though, it could be a great environment for digital nomads. It might be even better if they added two or three small coworking or meeting areas in the garden—then it would be a digital nomad’s paradise. They’ve created an incredibly peaceful atmosphere overall. If you’re looking for a calm, relaxing place rather than a party hostel, this is a wonderful place to stay. If you visit Cairns, don’t bother looking anywhere else!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,190 reviews

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US$72.73

1 night, 2 adults

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JDs Tropical stays

Cairns

Located in Cairns, near Cairns Station and The Cairns Civic Theater, JDs Tropical stays is a recently renovated property, featuring, a garden and barbecue facilities.

julie

From

Canada

Spacious, fully well equiped, laundry available. Owner very helpful. 2 minutes walk from divers den office. 25 min walk from warf and pier.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 162 reviews

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US$116.37

1 night, 2 adults

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Estilo Bed and Breakfast

Cairns

Located in Cairns, less than 1 km from Cairns Station, Estilo Bed and Breakfast provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

Ferdinand

From

Germany

Very friendly and helpful owner. Good communications. We could let our luggage at the apartment and pick it up later. The breakfast area and living room was very relaxed. The place was a foot walk away from the main station and therefore perfect to go to Kurunda by train. You can go back by cableway and bus. Great tour.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 352 reviews

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US$67.88

1 night, 2 adults

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The Quinn - Inner City Classic Queenslander

Cairns

Set in Cairns, 200 metres from Cairns Station and 1.5 km from Cairns Convention Centre, The Quinn - Inner City Classic Queenslander offers a garden and air conditioning.

Ryan

From

United Kingdom

The house is beautiful and spacious with great air con. The underside of the house as a novel addition. Great stay for the great price!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews

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US$330.68

1 night, 2 adults

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Studio room in Cairns Esplanade! Ocean view! Heart of Cairns

Cairns

Set in Cairns and only 1.1 km from Cairns Station, Studio room in Cairns Esplanade! Ocean view! Heart of Cairns offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

Graham

From

Australia

Great interaction with the host from the start. Clear and easy to follow instructions to get to accommodation. Wonderful view from the room, so central to everything in Cairns. Would stay again and happily recommend.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 53 reviews

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US$152.01

1 night, 2 adults

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In Cairns Hotel ,Hidden Gem

Cairns

Close to both Cairns Regional Gallery and The Cairns Civic Theater, In Cairns Hotel, Hidden Gem is set in Cairns and has a hot tub and garden.

Chloe Maree

From

Australia

Clean and cutter free. Was centrally located and the private owners were more than lovely and accommodating. The fact they accommodate locals is a rarity and I thank them for it.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 52 reviews

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US$221.10

1 night, 2 adults

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1 Bedroom Apt Ocean view on the Cairns Esplanade

Cairns

Set in Cairns and only 1.3 km from Cairns Station, 1 Bedroom Apt Ocean view on the Cairns Esplanade offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

Carol

From

Australia

The apartment accommodated all of our needs and more as it was close to restaurants and cafes and was clean and was tastefully presented .

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4

Superb - What previous guests thought, 51 reviews

Price from

US$181.02

1 night, 2 adults

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Tropical Gardens - Resort 9 Pools free parking

Cairns

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Tropical Gardens - Resort 9 Pools free parking is set in Cairns. With garden views, this accommodation offers a swimming pool.

Jassie-Bree

From

Australia

incredible stay. location was PERFECT and the pools were so cool!! the apartment was clean and so practical but simultaneously so fun and cozy. they had all the amenities you could possibly need and we were made to feel so welcome and comfortable by the host. The host Isabel is very accommodating and so so kind!! We could not recommend this stay more and we’d love to come back for sure. Thank you so much Isabel (and family!!) for your lovely hospitality and for making our trip extra comfortable and enjoyable!! x

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

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US$182.57

1 night, 2 adults

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Travellers Paradise

Cairns

Surrounded by lush tropical gardens, Travellers Paradise offers accommodation in a historical, heritage listed Guest House in Cairns, 1.2 km from Cairns Convention Centre.

Dave

From

Netherlands

It’s a nice, quiet, very clean and safe location to stay at. It has all facilities you need including a kitchen and a groceries store across the street.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,324 reviews

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US$97.27

1 night, 2 adults

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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

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