The 5 Best Party Hostels in Cairns

The 5 Best Party Hostels in Cairns
Cairns is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Australia. It's the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, and it's particularly popular with young backpackers who are looking to hang out on the beach and party late into the night. There is no shortage of budget accommodation that caters to this crowd. You'll also find inexpensive restaurants, cafes, and clubs. If you're looking for a good party, any of these hostels will do.
How much do hostels in Cairns cost?

You can find our comprehensive analysis of all hostel prices in Cairns here. We've found the average prices of dorms and private rooms, as well as the typical prices of hostels with various amenities, too.

Looking for a party? Here are the best hostels in Cairns:



Dorm Bed from $12.47
Private Room from $48.14
Overall Rating: 82%
57 - 89 Grafton Street, Cairns
This is a top rated party hostel with a reputation that is well earned. It offers visitors nightly parties that attract people from afar. There's an outdoor lagoon pool and beer deck that offers beach volleyball, a zip wire, and music during the day. In the evening it transforms into THE party to be at. There are different themes and entertainment including open mics, international DJs, and more.

As a guest at this legendary hotel you'll also receive all kinds of benefits. These include a free meal with the purchase of a beverage, free airport pickup, free parking, free Sunday barbecues, special discounts, and half priced entry to international DJ events.

Onsite facilities include the lagoon pool and waterfall, a sandy beach with a volleyball net, pool tables, television area, and travel information.


Dorm Bed from $9.87
Private Room from $19.74
Overall Rating: 77%
Corner Sherdian and Spence Streets, Cairns
The Jack Backpackers is a newly refurbished pub-style backpacker accommodation. The Jack offers all guests free Wi-Fi, free evening meals, new air conditioning and fridges in every room, a tour booking shop, and huge discounts at the bar for in-house guests. The hostel has a range of rooms to choose from. All rooms come with a refrigerator, new split system air conditioning, and security lockers. The hostel is located above a pub with a huge outdoor beer garden, perfect for enjoying some drinks in the beautiful, sunny Cairns weather. The pub also has a restaurant, Casino gaming room, and crazy themed nights to make your stay that much more memorable. Located only 2 minutes from all the major shopping centers, city attractions, nightclubs, and the Lagoon. The facility offers great deals at their travel desk. You can book your tours and Cairns activities with the receptionist and travel agents to get the best local knowledge. The Jack Backpackers only accepts persons over the age of 18. Free city maps, Wi-Fi, and linen are included and towels are available for hire.


Dorm Bed from $22.19
Private Room from $24.04
Overall Rating: 85%
141 Sheridan St, Cairns
Mad Monkey Village offers newly renovated affordable flashpacker accommodation. The Mad Monkey flashpacker style is reflected in the designer kitchens and bathrooms, modern decor, and brand new air-conditioners in every room. Guests can enjoy free ultra fast Wifi, free hot breakfast, free large security lockers (BYO padlock), free bicycle hire, free Gym Access, and brand new top quality mattresses, pillows & linen all new. The Mad Monkey Family create the perfect atmosphere with an outdoor pool oasis, outdoor bar with super cheap drinks, and a great social area where you can meet all new friends. Their entertainments team organize events in the hostel every day and night, before showing guests to the top backpacker bars offering cheap eats and drinks in this iconic area. Free city maps, Wi-Fi, linen, parking, and breakfast are included and towels are available for hire.


Dorm Bed from $23.76
Private Room from $28.95
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 83%
100 Sheridan Street Cairns City, Cairns
Mad Monkey Central is very popular due to the atmosphere, great location, and long list of amenities. It features friendly service, a swimming pool, a bar, a common room, and board games. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's free breakfast, a restaurant, self-catering facilities, and a microwave. Wi-fi, laundry facilities, luggage storage, parking, air conditioning, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $19.39
Private Room from $21.82
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 82%
93A Esplanade, Cairns
You'll love this hostel because of it's good location and quality amenities. It features friendly service, a common room, and board games. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's free breakfast, self-catering facilities, and a microwave. Wi-fi, laundry facilities, luggage storage, internet access, air conditioning, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.
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