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Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns is conveniently located in the Cairns City Center, a short walk from Rusty's Market, the Reef Terminal, the Esplanade, and the Kuranda Railway Station. The hostel has received very good user ratings, with excellent location and good cleanliness ratings.
The hostel has modern communal kitchens and lounge areas on each floor, perfect for socializing or preparing meals. Amenities include a lagoon-style swimming pool, a fitness center, free Wi-Fi, and a range of other features, making it a great choice for travelers looking for a comfortable and convenient stay.

Dreamtime Hostel is in Cairns, a short walk from the city center and its lively cafes. It's highly rated for its cleanliness, location, and overall experience.
The hostel has a cozy, Queenslander-style layout, perfect for a relaxing stay. It offers amenities like a swimming pool, garden, and parking, plus a friendly staff who can help you plan your adventures.

Mad Monkey Village is located near Cairns Esplanade, just a short walk from the bars and restaurants. The hostel has received very good ratings for cleanliness and user experience, and a good rating for its location.
The hostel features modern and comfortable rooms, many with air conditioning. Guests can enjoy a swimming pool, free continental breakfast, free Wi-Fi, a fitness center, a kitchen, and a terrace.

Dreamtime Travellers Rest is located in Cairns, just a short walk from the city center, the Cairns Esplanade, and the Cairns Aquarium. The hostel boasts excellent ratings for cleanliness, location, and overall experience, making it a popular choice for travelers.
Dreamtime Travellers Rest offers a range of amenities for guests, including a swimming pool, a terrace, a garden, and a fitness center. Guests can also enjoy the on-site restaurant and bar, as well as take advantage of the hostel's eco-friendly practices, such as composting food waste and eliminating single-use plastic.

Redhill Cairns Shared Living – Gatton St offers a shared accommodation experience in Parramatta Park, Cairns, situated less than 1.24 miles from the Cairns Esplanade, Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland, and Cairns Central Shopping Centre, with Cairns Station an 18-minute walk away.
This hostel provides guests with air conditioning, a communal kitchen with a fridge and microwave, a garden, a terrace, and on-site parking, along with complimentary WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities.

Temple Backpackers, a hostel in Cairns' Central Business District, offers a prime location within a 5-minute walk of Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Private Hospital, with Cairns Marlin Marina and Reef Fleet Terminal less than 1.25 miles away, and Cairns Station a 15-minute walk. This accommodation provides complimentary Wi-Fi in common areas, a shared kitchen with a microwave and refrigerator, air conditioning, a terrace, a garden, and on-site laundry facilities.

Temple Backpackers in Cairns offers a hostel experience with air-conditioned rooms and a relaxing garden, located a short distance from local attractions without being in the immediate busy center. Guests can utilize shared kitchen and dining facilities, and the property maintains a peaceful atmosphere by prohibiting parties.

Mad Monkey Village hostel is located near Cairns Esplanade, a short 0.5-mile walk from its restaurants and bars.
This Cairns lodging offers air-conditioned private double rooms with TVs, kitchenettes, and private bathrooms, plus an outdoor pool and free Wi-Fi; maximum occupancy is 8 people.

Mad Monkey Waterfront is right on the Cairns Esplanade, across from the lagoon and within easy walking distance of the Reef Terminal, Night Markets, restaurants, and shops. The hostel has earned very good ratings for cleanliness and an excellent rating for location.
The hostel offers a variety of room types, including mixed dorms, female dorms, and private doubles. It has a shared kitchen, a bar, a restaurant, a pool, a garden, a terrace, and a fitness center.

Cairns Central YHA is located right across from Cairns Station and the Cairns Central Shopping Centre, making it easy to get around and shop. The hostel has very good user ratings and an excellent location rating.
The hostel offers a variety of private rooms with private bathrooms and dormitory rooms with shared bathrooms. Guests can enjoy amenities like a swimming pool, spa, kitchen, and fitness center, as well as free Wi-Fi and a tour desk to book excursions.

Mad Monkey Central hostel in Cairns offers prime accommodation near the Cairns Esplanade, providing easy access to Great Barrier Reef tours and other attractions.
This Cairns hostel features a swimming pool, bar, fitness center, and fully equipped kitchen, plus social areas with a pool table, Netflix, and PlayStation, and hosts regular events.

Dreamtime Hostel in Cairns offers a central location with easy access to key attractions and public transport, making it ideal for budget-conscious travelers.
This hostel features air conditioning, a swimming pool, a garden, and on-site kitchen facilities, providing a practical option for longer stays.