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The best hostels in Palm Cove

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Travellers Oasis

Cairns (Near Palm Cove)

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...

L
Laura
From
United Kingdom
This is such a beautiful hostel in the heart of Cairns! Perfect location, just behind the main shopping mall, the pool and outdoor shower are a TREAT, and everything is spotless! I had such a comfortable stay here at Traveller's Oasis and will be coming back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,654 reviews
Price from
US$87.92
1 night, 2 adults

Dreamtime Hostel

Cairns (Near Palm Cove)

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.

E
Elina
From
United States
Very welcoming owners who were willing to give recommendations for our time in Cairns! Great pool, grill and quiet areas to relax. The room's were clean besides being hot without the AC.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,195 reviews
Price from
US$73.27
1 night, 2 adults

Travellers Paradise

Cairns (Near Palm Cove)

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.

g
gianluca
From
Slovenia
Quite and nice location. Excellent position. And Peter the owner is exceptionally kind and available person
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,345 reviews
Price from
US$97.98
1 night, 2 adults

Mad Monkey Village

Cairns (Near Palm Cove)

Refurbished in May, 2018, Mad Monkey Village featuresa TV, a kitchen, bathrooms with air-conditioners in every room. There is also an outdoor swimming pool. Free WiFi provided.

R
Ryan
From
Canada
Great hostel in Cairns, would stay again. Gym access is a big plus.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,127 reviews
Price from
US$83.88
1 night, 2 adults

Little Drifter Cairns

Cairns (Near Palm Cove)

Set in Cairns and with Cairns Convention Centre reachable within less than 1 km, Little Drifter Cairns offers express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout...

G
Gabija
From
Lithuania
The location, the staff, the rooms, shared spaces - everything was great! I definitely did not expect that, and this hostel just exceeded my expectations.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 157 reviews
Price from
US$112.01
1 night, 2 adults

Caravella Backpackers

Cairns (Near Palm Cove)

Ideally located in the scenic and quieter area of the Esplanade- away from the noise of the clubs, bars and traffic- but only an easy 10 minute walk to the main attractions, the Pier and Cairns City...

S
Sara
From
Italy
The hostel is so nice. There are huge communal spaces, the pool and also rooms and bathroom are so spacious. The bed are pretty comfortable too. It’s pretty chill and the vibes are really cool. Also, there are no noise from clubs or anything and I love that. The staff also was lovely! Definitely recommend it!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 483 reviews
Price from
US$74.89
1 night, 2 adults

Summer House Cairns

Cairns (Near Palm Cove)

Summer House Cairns features free bikes, outdoor swimming pool, a garden and shared lounge in Cairns.

J
Jans Pool Antony
From
Chile
I had a wonderful stay at this hostel! The atmosphere was friendly and welcoming, the facilities were clean and comfortable, and everything was well-organized. A special thank you to Carmen and Javi at the reception — they were incredibly kind, helpful, and always had a smile on their faces. They went above and beyond to make my stay enjoyable, offering great tips and assistance whenever I needed it. I truly appreciate their warm hospitality and will definitely recommend this place to other travelers
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,760 reviews
Price from
US$41.03
1 night, 2 adults

The Jack Backpackers

Cairns (Near Palm Cove)

Guests enjoy FREE WIFI, NEW Air Cons, FREE Lockers, FREE Netflix available in common lounge area & private ensuite rooms with an on-site bar and restaurant downstairs!

V
Viola-Marie
From
Germany
I am completely satisfied. The price-performance ratio is perfect, the location is ideal and the staff is incredibly helpful and friendly. I would come back immediately!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,762 reviews
Price from
US$58.19
1 night, 2 adults

YHA Cairns Central

Cairns (Near Palm Cove)

YHA Cairns Central is located just 15 minutes' walk from The Esplanade and Trinity Wharf. It features an outdoor swimming pool, 2 spas, and a free Wi-Fi hotspot.

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MAISONNEUVE
From
France
Clean, calm, friendly people, good localisation in town 👍☀️
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,467 reviews
Price from
US$74.24
1 night, 2 adults

Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns

Cairns (Near Palm Cove)

2024 Renovation Revelation: A Bold Makeover Journey Begins – Brace Yourself for an Entirely Revamped Bathroom Experience!

M
Michelle
From
United Kingdom
Great place to stay as a traveller. Social atmosphere with a huge bar and pool area. Not as loud as people make it out to be, I couldn’t hear anything in my room. Nice lounge areas with air conditioning, TVs and big kitchens.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,816 reviews
Price from
US$146.53
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.