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Best Hostels for Solo Travelers in Cairns in 2025

3 Hostels for Backpackers in Cairns. Prices start from $6 for a dorm bed.Sorted by quality, not payments.

Traveling solo in Cairns, Australia? These social hostels are your ticket to an epic adventure! Meet like-minded travelers, join fun hostel events, and enjoy a safe, comfy stay. Whether it’s a group tour, a shared meal, or a late-night chat, these hostels make solo travel in Cairns unforgettable. We compare prices from major booking platforms so you can save and make new friends along the way! 🌍

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Travellers Paradise

Parramatta Park
Digital NomadsFamily-Friendly HostelOlder travelers (+50)Quiet RestSolo Traveller

"…Met some interesting fellow travelers and had a great last night with them around the pool and BBQ. I will be moving back through Cairns in six months and have already booked to stay here again. Its

from $19.65
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Adventure HostelsDigital NomadsParty HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…You can even treat yourself at the beatuy therpy place called Seksi or use the free gym. I LOVED Gilligans! Although i don't see it being as 'family' like as some hostels felt, it was great for my

from $14.60
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Digital NomadsParty HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…The pool is just dirty green water, and there is no one with enough courage to swim in it. Downstairs you have a tiny TV area, which is just a TV with two old, tiny, and dirty couches in front of it

from $10.90

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Hotels in Cairns

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Digital NomadsParty HostelSolo Traveller

"!!!!!! Position, Position, Position !!!!!! Welcome to one of the City�s most exciting contemporary designed boutique motels. Aspect Central is ideally located on the corner of Sheridan and

from $24.72

Guest Houses in Cairns

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Digital NomadsParty HostelSolo Traveller

"Congenial. Good welcome and help for tours, excellent breakfeast. It has new very clean facilities. It would be excellent but for the rooms which need a bit of uplifting, paint. (I visited in 1999

from $67.99

Apartments in Cairns

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Digital NomadsFemale Solo TravellerParty HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

18 - 26 Cannon Street

from $47.98

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Fun Hostels in Cairns for Solo Travelers – Make Lifelong Friends!

Traveling solo to Cairns? These fun and social hostels are perfect for turning strangers into lifelong friends! From lively common areas and group tours to game nights and shared meals, you’ll never feel alone unless you want to be.

We’ve curated this list of hostels that offer exciting social events and have an amazing hostel atmosphere. Social events can include everything from family dinners, pub crawls, game nights, and karaoke nights to cooking classes and walking tours. Make sure to ask the reception or check the blackboard for the latest hostel events happening during your stay!

Safety and comfort are covered, too — with 24-hour reception, female-only dorms, secure lockers, and key-card access. You can explore Cairns freely, knowing you have a comfy, safe place to return to each night. Be sure to review the amenities of the accommodation before you book.

Whether you’re joining a pub crawl, swapping stories over dinner, or heading out on an adventure with new friends, these hostels strike the perfect balance between social vibes and solo freedom.

Pro tip: Check the hostel’s event calendar for walking tours, cooking classes, and themed nights. The best memories often start with a simple “hello.”

Pack your bags, hit the road, and let Cairns become a highlight of your solo adventure! Safe travels!

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