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Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
Outdoor pool

Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (411)
"Be warned that it’s very loud on weekend nights as the club is attached to the hostel"
The price is £91
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
YHA Cairns Central
Garden

YHA Cairns Central

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (190)
"Very friendly and comfortable!"
The price is £55
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
YHA Cairns Central
Little Drifter Cairns
Terrace/patio

Little Drifter Cairns

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (177)
"Nice location and good room."
The price is £121
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Little Drifter Cairns
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
Outdoor pool

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

2.0 star property
6.6 out of 10, (37)
"Location excellent close to centre and public transport. Staff very helpful building and facilities are rather tired I enjoyed my stay and very good value for money. "
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
Caravella Backpackers
Exterior

Caravella Backpackers

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (141)
"Loved my stay at Caravellas. Really great location on the Esplanade. Very friendly. Staff were great. Highly recommend "
The price is £63
includes taxes & fees
24 Jul - 25 Jul
Caravella Backpackers
MiHaven Shared Living - Gatton St
Exterior

MiHaven Shared Living - Gatton St

2.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
MiHaven Shared Living - Gatton St
MiHaven Shared Living – Martyn St - Hostel
Balcony

MiHaven Shared Living – Martyn St - Hostel

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3)
MiHaven Shared Living – Martyn St - Hostel
Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel
Exterior

Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (98)
"Clean and friendly accommodation across the road from the station "
Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel
The Espy Hostel
Exterior

The Espy Hostel

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (81)
"It was a quiet and comfortable environment"
The Espy Hostel
MiHaven Shared Living - Pembroke St
Pool

MiHaven Shared Living - Pembroke St

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2)
"It was a shame that one washing machine was broken."
MiHaven Shared Living - Pembroke St
Global Backpackers Cairns
Pool

Global Backpackers Cairns

2.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (29)
"Walking distance to most places. Super clean. Excellent room. Comfortable bed. Had a queen room with it’s own shower. Would recommend and would absolutely stay there again. "
Global Backpackers Cairns
Njoy Backpackers Hostel
Outdoor pool

Njoy Backpackers Hostel

1.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (85)
"The hostel is really nice. They have a free bus to the esplanade and free breakfast."
Njoy Backpackers Hostel
Nomads Esplanade
Outdoor pool

Nomads Esplanade

2.0 star property
5.0 out of 10, (17)
"When we got there we found out the hotel didnt exist anymore. After a bit of exploring we found where we were booked, and it was crummy to say the least"
Nomads Esplanade
Travellers Oasis - Hostel
Outdoor pool

Travellers Oasis - Hostel

2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (51)
Travellers Oasis - Hostel
Dreamtime Travellers Rest Hostel
Outdoor pool

Dreamtime Travellers Rest Hostel

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (67)
"Staff very great, place with comfortable, youg people, all perfect even if we could hear other couple in bedrooms around us.."
Dreamtime Travellers Rest Hostel
Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel
Lobby

Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel

2.0 star property
5.4 out of 10, (42)
"Filthy. Bed had sand on it. Floors had weird stains. Air con locked out during peak heat times. Noisy. No lock on bathroom door leading directly from kitchen. "
Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel
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Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Kuranda?
You may like the room rates at this top accommodation in the area, which has good reviews from our travellers: Hilton Cairns - 11.9 mi (19.2 km) from the heart of Kuranda. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, 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 definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here's a little information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are August and July, with an average of 21°C. The rainiest months in Kuranda are January, February, March and December, with each month seeing an average of 278 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Kuranda?
In general, Kuranda is known for its rainforest, gardens and wildlife. Get out into nature with places such as Barron Gorge National Park, Australian Butterfly Sanctuary and Birdworld Kuranda. 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 Kuranda on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.), 8.7 mi (14.1 km) from the city centre. Once you're on the ground, you might want to use public transport during your trip. If you're eager to explore more of the surrounding area, head over to Kuranda Station to catch a train.