Hostels in Cairns are mainly located in the centre of Cairns with easy access to shops, entertainment and restaurants. Cairns is a very popular backpacker destination and ideal as a place for visits to the Great Barrier Reef and to explore Tropical North Queensland.

Prices are great and you should be able to find a pre booked Cairns hostel from around $13 a night and a bit more more for a private room in a Cairns hostel. Click beloe to view the Cairns hostels we feature, they are the best in Cairns and all can be rebooked at great rates. Cairns tours should also be pre booked and is essential for trips to the Great Barrier Reef.

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Somehow, the words tropical paradise, always come to mind when thinking of Cairns . But the truth is, this North Queensland city is so much more than this.

Cairns offers so many memorable experiences it is no wonder many backpackers find themselves extending their stay here. Enjoying tropical year round weather, Cairns is a fantastic city to visit for fabulous food, nightlife and shopping. It is also a city bursting with cultural diversity. From its traditional Indigenous owners to the people from around the world who have come to call this place home, Cairns is a melting pot of people ready to share their cultures with you.

Backpackers will appreciate the range of accommodation options in Cairns and whether you are on a budget or looking for a bit of luxury there is something for everyone.

Cairns is also the gateway to some of the most stunning scenery you will ever have the pleasure of experiencing and for this reason alone it is a must see Australian destination. Imagine swimming, snorkeling and diving in the heritage listed waters of the Great Barrier Reef . Dotted with Islands for you to visit for a day or maybe longer the Great Barrier Reef is also home to a rainbow of fish and coral unique to these waters. And, when it comes time to emerge from your watery wonderland, head inland to explore some of the oldest rainforests in the world.

Located North of Cairns is the magnificent Daintree Rainforest. Covering 1200 square meters the Daintree is Australia 's largest Rainforest. Just like Cairns , the Daintree is defined by its diversity; in this case diversity of plants and animals. And on your way make sure you visit the beautiful seaside town of Port Douglas for shopping or a lazy lunch by the water and if it happens to be Sunday, check out the markets for everything from homemade soaps to Indigenous artwork, local handcrafts and souvenirs.