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1. Bounce Magnetic Island

Bounce Magnetic Island
3.0 star property
Horseshoe Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (82 reviews)
"This is an excellent place to experience a tropical island. Peaceful relaxing and a friendly happy atmosphere. Staff were great, amenities were clean facilities like bar pool and kitchen really good."
Australia
Robert
The price is £65
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Bounce Magnetic Island

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 £61
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Little Drifter Cairns

3. The Jack Backpackers

The Jack Backpackers
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
The price is £45
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
The Jack Backpackers

4. YHA Cairns Central

YHA Cairns Central
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (249 reviews)
"The kitchen was well stocked and had lits of cupboards and fridges for keeping your own food organised. Great wifi, The room was a good size with a very comfortable bed. Staff were super helpful. The laundry had washers and dryers ehich was good. The location was great. We could walk across the road to the supermarket and close to lots of restaurants and pubs."
Australia
Carolyn
The price is £47
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
YHA Cairns Central

5. 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 £57
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Dougies Backpackers

6. Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel

Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Yeppoon
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (65 reviews)
"Right across the street from the beach and a caffe serving all levels of breakfast and lunch 40 meters away"
Australia
Derek
The price is £63
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel

7. Avenues Xchange

Avenues Xchange
1.0 star property
Hermit Park
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (102 reviews)
"Great staff, beautiful house"
Australia
Zoe
The price is £33
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Avenues Xchange

8. On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel

On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
Yungaburra
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (120 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 £26
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel

9. The Espy Hostel

The Espy Hostel
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.6 out of 10, Good, (95 reviews)
"Great location"
Australia
Jennifer Ann
The price is £51
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
The Espy Hostel

10. 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, (463 reviews)
"Great place and lots of fun!"
United States
Ashton
The price is £111
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

11. 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 £58
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Jackaroo Treehouse Mission Beach - Hostel

12. 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 £37
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

13. Caravella Backpackers

Caravella Backpackers
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (160 reviews)
"Good value. Ok beds, and good a/c. Very basic. Staff is very nice."
United States
katri
The price is £60
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Caravella Backpackers

14. 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)
"Short but magical stay - loved the historic building, the courtyard and pool were wonderfully social, and the location could not have been better for getting to a world class chamber orchestra performance; wide ranging street food; and boarding the Spirit of Queensland train for an epic journey south. "
Australia
Derek
The price is £80
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel

15. Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel
2.0 star property
Nelly Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (67 reviews)
"Friendly staff and amazing views !!"
Australia
Evyenia
The price is £173
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

16. Gladstone Backpackers

Gladstone Backpackers
2.0 star property
Gladstone Central
7.2 out of 10, Good, (26 reviews)
"Exceptional service. Mariana was very helpful. Rooms were clean. Comfortable and homey vibe."
Australia
Amani
The price is £71
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Gladstone Backpackers
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