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## Browse Select Cape York Peninsula Hostels

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15150000/15147900/15147858/479852a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Economy Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15150000/15147900/15147858/808264e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15150000/15147900/15147858/7e4af847.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15150000/15147900/15147858/ac2474a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Dougies Backpackers

Port Douglas

9.0/10

Wonderful

(16)

"cool place, spread out and well set up. friendly staff, good mix of guests. not far from the centre of town, easily walkable although I did not. will stay again for sure "

CA $84

CA $92 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Douglas-Hotels-Dougies-Backpackers.h15147858.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629300/9629229/d9ad68a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Shared kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629300/9629229/abbece74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629300/9629229/d6c1fbf0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Twin Room with Ensuite | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629300/9629229/06be6561.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### YHA Cairns Central

Cairns Central Business District

8.4/10

Very good

(201)

"Clean, nice green area to share and good parking."

CA $84

CA $92 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-Central-YHA-Hostel.h9629229.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1110000/1102900/1102895/b444d60d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1110000/1102900/1102895/4455d0d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1110000/1102900/1102895/be50590f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1110000/1102900/1102895/6024efb8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

Cairns Central Business District

8.0/10

Very good

(427)

"Great cheap place to stay"

CA $177

CA $196 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Gilligans-Backpackers-Hotel-Resort.h1102895.Hotel-Information)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36660000/36653800/36653755/0f5b2989.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36660000/36653800/36653755/4bec89e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36660000/36653800/36653755/5517d35d_edited_9f35.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36660000/36653800/36653755/bcb8cafd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Little Drifter Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

8.2/10

Very good

(180)

"Absolutely lovely environment"

CA $113

CA $124 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Little-Drifter-Cairns.h36653755.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76660000/76657100/76657088/24e006b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76660000/76657100/76657088/77d31b96.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76660000/76657100/76657088/ca709761.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![1 Bed Mix 3 Bed Dorm with Ensuite (International & interstate guests only)(18-35 Age Only)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76660000/76657100/76657088/ad4f6f17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Espy Hostel

Cairns Central Business District

7.6/10

Good

(83)

"I loved the spacious kitchen and clean bathrooms facilities. The location was perfect! Just next to the lagoon, shopping malls, bus stop and the beach front."

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-Waterfront-Haven.h76657088.Hotel-Information)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13230000/13222200/13222159/ac8bddb1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Billiards](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13230000/13222200/13222159/30e82633.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Check-in/check-out kiosk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13230000/13222200/13222159/9c17205b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13230000/13222200/13222159/3c344188.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Global Backpackers - Port Douglas

Port Douglas

7.8/10

Good

(29)

"Great staff."

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Douglas-Hotels-Global-Backpackers-Port-Douglas.h13222159.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12440000/12436900/12436885/b16b570b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Fridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12440000/12436900/12436885/3f4f3a48.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12440000/12436900/12436885/w428h292x6y4-8c99a7f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12440000/12436900/12436885/16083f9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Caravella Backpackers

Cairns Central Business District

8.4/10

Very good

(143)

"Loved my stay at Caravellas. Really great location on the Esplanade. Very friendly. Staff were great. Highly recommend "

CA $96

CA $106 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Caravella-Backpackers.h12436885.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10040000/10037200/10037125/dea8ad42.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Garden View | Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10040000/10037200/10037125/bb7b0ead.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Traditional Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Garden View | Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10040000/10037200/10037125/638a7e2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10040000/10037200/10037125/7e96d1b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel

Parramatta Park

7.6/10

Good

(100)

"Clean and friendly accommodation across the road from the station "

CA $153

CA $170 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Travellers-Paradise.h10037125.Hotel-Information)

![Gazebo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17940000/17930800/17930769/4c105823.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17940000/17930800/17930769/6efd1265.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17940000/17930800/17930769/225346dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Shared kitchen facilities](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17940000/17930800/17930769/368d1db8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel

Yungaburra

9.4/10

Exceptional

(91)

"Great place to stay off the water. Lots to see in the area. Great service and very clean! Thank you!"

CA $58

CA $65 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Yungaburra-Hotels-On-The-Wallaby-Eco-Lodge-Hostel.h17930769.Hotel-Information)

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## Top Cape York Peninsula Hotel Reviews

![Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/528700/528639/2ebe03f1_y.jpg)

### Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"Great view and helpful staff"

[](https://expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Rydges-Esplanade-Resort-Cairns.h528639.Hotel-Information)

![Cairns Harbourside Hotel](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24000/23929/615d0f29_y.jpg)

### Cairns Harbourside Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Beatiful located along the beach, and within walking distance to the wharf. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-Harbourside-Hotel.h23929.Hotel-Information)

![Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/84300/84251/1bbe563e_y.jpg)

### Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel for young families in Cairns. Close enough to talk to town and to Muddy’s playground, right next door to the aquarium. Fantastic pool which my kids loved and so nice to have some activities during the day and night for the kids/family. Food service is a bit slow at the restaurant but otherwise breakfast is great. Will definitely be staying again when we next go to Cairns."

[](https://expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Novotel-Cairns-Oasis-Resort.h84251.Hotel-Information)

![Heritage Cairns](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3430000/3429800/3429770/ac935514_y.jpg)

### Heritage Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, friendly hotel. Easy walk to esplanade and city. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Heritage-Cairns.h3429770.Hotel-Information)

![Cairns Colonial Club Resort](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/84300/84257/f46c662b_y.jpg)

### Cairns Colonial Club Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely place for a short break. Tropical feel and wonderful pools. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-Colonial-Club-Resort.h84257.Hotel-Information)

![Crystalbrook Flynn](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45860000/45852800/45852781/ee002d15_y.jpg)

### Crystalbrook Flynn

10/10 Excellent

"Great location near everything. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Flynn-A-Crystalbrook-Collection-Hotel.h45852781.Hotel-Information)

![Hilton Cairns](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1300/1233/5c3e5487_y.jpg)

### Hilton Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent service, housekeeping, location, room size, balcony, bed, amenities, pool, buffet breakfast. As a very minor criticism, the rooms/bathrooms could be due an update, but otherwise the hotel is absolutely perfect and I would definitely re-visit!!"

[](https://expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Hilton-Cairns.h1233.Hotel-Information)

![Cairns Queens Court](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/523400/523374/966a2cda_y.jpg)

### Cairns Queens Court

10/10 Excellent

"Budget room no tea/coffee making facilities, air conditioner functional, clean well presented no onsuite no lifts, basic shared shower +toilet walking distance to shops/harbour "

[](https://expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-Queens-Court.h523374.Hotel-Information)

![Cairns Sunland Leisure Park](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1670000/1661800/1661759/1e2dece3_y.jpg)

### Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

10/10 Excellent

"They have always been good to us for years"

[](https://expedia.ca/Cairns-Hotels-Cairns-Sunland-Leisure-Park.h1661759.Hotel-Information)

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