Youth Hostels in Cairns

Global Palace, 86/88 Lake Street Location: excellent, right in the heart of Cairns, and walking distance from pretty much everything. My friend and I chose this place solely based on the fact that it was above a Mexican restaurant (Buckin' Mex). Most trips will pick up from here. Rooms: 3, 4 or 5 beds in a dorm. Twin and double rooms also available. No bunk beds. Rooms are basic, but that's what you expect from a hostel. All include ceiling fans - a must have in Cairns! Prices start at $17 ($16 with a VIP card). Facilities: pool, kitchen, balcony, TV, internet, luggage storage, table tennis and pool tables. Staff: helpful, ...  Read the complete review

I stayed at Calypso for a few days back in September when I spent a month doing the east coast with my boyfriend. I arrived in Cairns and this was my first experience of a hostel, and I've got to say it was a positive one. I wasn't picked up from the airport as my boyfriend already had a car out there. But as soon as we got there the staff were so friendly and welcoming. Got to our room which was a private double, but we had to share shower facilites. The room was basic but really decent and clean. Shower facilities were very clean as were the toilets. Used the kitchen to cook, only one cooker and sink and a few fridges but ...  Read the complete review

In December I flew to Cairns for the start of my time travelling the east coast of Australia. I chose to stay at JJ's Backpackers because it was cheaper than cheap, and the 15 minute walk into town would lead to me having to get some exercise. I spent a total of £73.57 in your English money and for that I got 6 nights, dinner, bed and breakfast. True story. JJ's offers a free airport pickup, but you'll need a mobile phone and their number because the airport's courtesy phone doesn't work, and their advert doesn't list their number. I called and was picked up about 10 minutes later by two staff members who also checked me in as the receptionist was on a 4 hour ...  Read the complete review