Nice hostels in Port Douglas
Dougies Backpackers Resort
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Sun loungers
Offerring a location nearly a 10-minute drive from the heritage-listed non-denominational church "St Mary's by The Sea chapel", the hostel is in the vicinity of entertainment venues including the Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina, which is nearly a 20-minute walk away. Also, nature lovers will appreciate that Dougies Backpackers hostel is 3.4 km from the lush Rainforest Habitat Wildlife Sanctuary.
Offering a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, certain rooms at the Port Douglas hostel also have an individual safe for a more convenient stay.
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Sun loungers
Offerring a location nearly a 10-minute drive from the heritage-listed non-denominational church "St Mary's by The Sea chapel", the hostel is in the vicinity of entertainment venues including the Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina, which is nearly a 20-minute walk away. Also, nature lovers will appreciate that Dougies Backpackers hostel is 3.4 km from the lush Rainforest Habitat Wildlife Sanctuary.
Offering a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, certain rooms at the Port Douglas hostel also have an individual safe for a more convenient stay.
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Top location
Port Douglas Backpackers Youth Hostel
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Entertainment
- Outdoor swimming pool
The hostel is located 30 metres from the Sugar Wharf and 4.7 km from the interactive zoo "Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas". Lookout is also situated 12 minutes' walk away.
Nature lovers will appreciate proximity to the lush Rainforest Habitat Wildlife Sanctuary, which is 4.6 km away.
Some of the air-conditioned rooms at Port Douglas Backpackers Youth hostel include a kitchenette and a living room. Guests may also find a flat-screen TV with satellite channels in some of the air-conditioned rooms.
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Entertainment
- Outdoor swimming pool
The hostel is located 30 metres from the Sugar Wharf and 4.7 km from the interactive zoo "Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas". Lookout is also situated 12 minutes' walk away.
Nature lovers will appreciate proximity to the lush Rainforest Habitat Wildlife Sanctuary, which is 4.6 km away.
Some of the air-conditioned rooms at Port Douglas Backpackers Youth hostel include a kitchenette and a living room. Guests may also find a flat-screen TV with satellite channels in some of the air-conditioned rooms.
Global Backpackers Youth Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Entertainment
- Terrace
The hostel is located approximately a 5-minute walk from the Aquarius Apartments and 4.8 km from the interactive zoo "Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas". Natural sights in the area include the lush Rainforest Habitat Wildlife Sanctuary, 4.9 km from Global Backpackers Youth hostel, and a beach is around 500 metres away.
The Port Douglas Court House Museum is among the cultural highlights close to the Port Douglas accommodation, situated merely 12 minutes' walk away.
Some of the air-conditioned rooms are also furnished with shelves.
Global Backpackers Youth Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Entertainment
- Terrace
Global Backpackers Youth Hostel
The hostel is located approximately a 5-minute walk from the Aquarius Apartments and 4.8 km from the interactive zoo "Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas". Natural sights in the area include the lush Rainforest Habitat Wildlife Sanctuary, 4.9 km from Global Backpackers Youth hostel, and a beach is around 500 metres away.
The Port Douglas Court House Museum is among the cultural highlights close to the Port Douglas accommodation, situated merely 12 minutes' walk away.
Some of the air-conditioned rooms are also furnished with shelves.
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Best-rated
Travellers Oasis
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Security
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Outdoor swimming pool
This hostel is located just 450 metres from Kmart Cairns Central and just 1.8 km from the Michaelmas Cay. Cairns Central Shopping Centre can be reached in the vicinity of the hostel.
Also, visiting the public Cairns Aquarium, which is within 25 minutes' walk of Travellers Oasis hostel, can be great fun for the whole family.
Certain rooms at this Cairns accommodation come with an individual safe, an ironing set and an air conditioner for guests' added comfort. Offering amenities such as hair dryers and towels, the shared bathrooms have a shower and a toilet.
Travellers Oasis
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Security
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Outdoor swimming pool
Travellers Oasis
This hostel is located just 450 metres from Kmart Cairns Central and just 1.8 km from the Michaelmas Cay. Cairns Central Shopping Centre can be reached in the vicinity of the hostel.
Also, visiting the public Cairns Aquarium, which is within 25 minutes' walk of Travellers Oasis hostel, can be great fun for the whole family.
Certain rooms at this Cairns accommodation come with an individual safe, an ironing set and an air conditioner for guests' added comfort. Offering amenities such as hair dryers and towels, the shared bathrooms have a shower and a toilet.
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Beach access
Caravella Backpackers
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Table tennis
- Outdoor swimming pool
The Bustling Cairns Night Indoor Markets welcomes shopping lovers a mere 0.8 km away, while the St Monica's Cathedral is only 300 m from the hostel. Natural sights in the area include the Munro Martin Parklands, within a few blocks of Caravella Backpackers hostel, and a beach is approximately 5 minutes' drive away.
The Rusty's Markets is 1.5 km from the Cairns accommodation.
Caravella Backpackers hostel offers a living room and a mini-kitchen in some of the air-conditioned rooms. Some rooms provide free wireless internet and a TV to enhance guests' leisure time. Offering amenities such as a hairdryer and towels, the tiled bathrooms also have a shower and a toilet.
Caravella Backpackers
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Table tennis
- Outdoor swimming pool
Caravella Backpackers
The Bustling Cairns Night Indoor Markets welcomes shopping lovers a mere 0.8 km away, while the St Monica's Cathedral is only 300 m from the hostel. Natural sights in the area include the Munro Martin Parklands, within a few blocks of Caravella Backpackers hostel, and a beach is approximately 5 minutes' drive away.
The Rusty's Markets is 1.5 km from the Cairns accommodation.
Caravella Backpackers hostel offers a living room and a mini-kitchen in some of the air-conditioned rooms. Some rooms provide free wireless internet and a TV to enhance guests' leisure time. Offering amenities such as a hairdryer and towels, the tiled bathrooms also have a shower and a toilet.
Travellers Paradise
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Outdoor swimming pool
This heritage hostel boasts a prime location only 1.3 km from the Michaelmas Cay, only 350 metres from shopping opportunities such as Kmart Cairns Central. The historical Travellers Paradise hostel is situated a short way from Coles Cairns Central.
Gilligan's is around 10 minutes on foot from the accommodation.
Some of the 22 smoke-free rooms offer comforts like an iron, an air conditioner, and a washing machine, along with a television. At Travellers Paradise hostel, guests can relax in the private bathrooms equipped with a bidet and a shower. Also, the presence of hair dryers and towels in the bathrooms ensures a comfortable stay.
Travellers Paradise
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Outdoor swimming pool
Travellers Paradise
This heritage hostel boasts a prime location only 1.3 km from the Michaelmas Cay, only 350 metres from shopping opportunities such as Kmart Cairns Central. The historical Travellers Paradise hostel is situated a short way from Coles Cairns Central.
Gilligan's is around 10 minutes on foot from the accommodation.
Some of the 22 smoke-free rooms offer comforts like an iron, an air conditioner, and a washing machine, along with a television. At Travellers Paradise hostel, guests can relax in the private bathrooms equipped with a bidet and a shower. Also, the presence of hair dryers and towels in the bathrooms ensures a comfortable stay.
Dreamtime Hostel
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Outdoor swimming pool
Dreamtime Hostel
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Outdoor swimming pool
Dreamtime Hostel
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Guest favorite
Global Backpackers Youth Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Sun terrace
The Cairns hostel is situated approximately 400 metres from a central beach. Also, nature lovers will appreciate that the hostel is within a few blocks of Cairns ZOOM and Wildlife Dome.
Global Backpackers Youth hostel is a mere 6 minutes on foot from Lagoon Public Swimming Pool and merely 7 minutes on foot from the Green Island.
Some of the air-conditioned rooms comprise a balcony and a terrace, including facilities like complimentary wireless internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.
Global Backpackers Youth Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Sun terrace
Global Backpackers Youth Hostel
The Cairns hostel is situated approximately 400 metres from a central beach. Also, nature lovers will appreciate that the hostel is within a few blocks of Cairns ZOOM and Wildlife Dome.
Global Backpackers Youth hostel is a mere 6 minutes on foot from Lagoon Public Swimming Pool and merely 7 minutes on foot from the Green Island.
Some of the air-conditioned rooms comprise a balcony and a terrace, including facilities like complimentary wireless internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.
Mad Monkey Village
- BBQ facilities
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Sun terrace
T Galleria by DFS welcomes shopping lovers 1.4 km away, while the Munro Martin Parklands is fairly close to the Cairns hostel. There is the Josephine Falls a 14-minute stroll from the Cairns property.
Mad Monkey Village hostel offers proximity to the public Cairns Aquarium, located about 700 metres away.
At this hostel, rooms are equipped with a kitchen, and some units also feature carpet floors.
Mad Monkey Village
- BBQ facilities
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Sun terrace
Mad Monkey Village
T Galleria by DFS welcomes shopping lovers 1.4 km away, while the Munro Martin Parklands is fairly close to the Cairns hostel. There is the Josephine Falls a 14-minute stroll from the Cairns property.
Mad Monkey Village hostel offers proximity to the public Cairns Aquarium, located about 700 metres away.
At this hostel, rooms are equipped with a kitchen, and some units also feature carpet floors.
Mad Monkey Jungle
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Outdoor swimming pool
Mad Monkey Jungle
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Outdoor swimming pool
Mad Monkey Jungle
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Great deal
Gilligan'S Hotel & Resort Cairns
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
US$ 8.60 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Outdoor swimming pool
Located 850 m from Lagoon Public Swimming Pool, this Cairns hostel is a mere 1 km from the St Monica's Cathedral. The hostel is about 20 minutes' walk from the Cairns Showgrounds and in proximity to the Muddy's Playground.
Gilligan'S Hotel & Resort Cairns hostel is 600 metres from the Bustling Cairns Night Indoor Markets and 400 metres from Cairns Magistrates Court.
Certain rooms at this Cairns hostel come with a laptop-compatible safe, high-speed internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as tea and coffee making equipment for self-catering purposes. Furnished with a writing table, some rooms also have an adjoining terrace and a balcony.
Gilligan'S Hotel & Resort Cairns
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
US$ 8.60 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Outdoor swimming pool
Gilligan'S Hotel & Resort Cairns
Located 850 m from Lagoon Public Swimming Pool, this Cairns hostel is a mere 1 km from the St Monica's Cathedral. The hostel is about 20 minutes' walk from the Cairns Showgrounds and in proximity to the Muddy's Playground.
Gilligan'S Hotel & Resort Cairns hostel is 600 metres from the Bustling Cairns Night Indoor Markets and 400 metres from Cairns Magistrates Court.
Certain rooms at this Cairns hostel come with a laptop-compatible safe, high-speed internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as tea and coffee making equipment for self-catering purposes. Furnished with a writing table, some rooms also have an adjoining terrace and a balcony.
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Beach access
Mumma'S Hostel Cairns
- BBQ facilities
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Car park
US$ 7.16 per day
- Express check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Outdoor swimming pool
The Josephine Falls is located within reach of this Cairns hostel, and Martin College is merely 0.9 km away. The nearby sports attractions include Lagoon Public Swimming Pool, only 13 minutes' walk away.
Also, Mumma'S Hostel Cairns is a mere 1.1 km from Cairns ZOOM and Wildlife Dome.
Some rooms welcome guests with free Wi-Fi, along with comforts like an iron with ironing board, air conditioning, and a washing machine. Offering such amenities as hairdryers and towels, the shared bathrooms at this accommodation have a roll-in shower and a washing machine.
Mumma'S Hostel Cairns
- BBQ facilities
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Car park
US$ 7.16 per day
- Express check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Entertainment
- Outdoor swimming pool
Mumma'S Hostel Cairns
The Josephine Falls is located within reach of this Cairns hostel, and Martin College is merely 0.9 km away. The nearby sports attractions include Lagoon Public Swimming Pool, only 13 minutes' walk away.
Also, Mumma'S Hostel Cairns is a mere 1.1 km from Cairns ZOOM and Wildlife Dome.
Some rooms welcome guests with free Wi-Fi, along with comforts like an iron with ironing board, air conditioning, and a washing machine. Offering such amenities as hairdryers and towels, the shared bathrooms at this accommodation have a roll-in shower and a washing machine.
Little Drifter Cairns
- Shared kitchen
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Terrace
Situated only 7 minutes' walk from the Michaelmas Cay, the Cairns hostel is in proximity to such sports venues as Lagoon Public Swimming Pool. Natural sights in the area include the flecker Cairns Botanic Gardens, 3.9 km from the hostel, and a beach is merely 450 metres away.
Guests will enjoy proximity to entertainment attractions like the Cairns Marlin Marina, which is just a 6-minute walk away.
Featuring a kitchen, the rooms are equipped with free Wi-Fi, as well as air conditioning for added comfort.
Little Drifter Cairns
- Shared kitchen
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Terrace
Little Drifter Cairns
Situated only 7 minutes' walk from the Michaelmas Cay, the Cairns hostel is in proximity to such sports venues as Lagoon Public Swimming Pool. Natural sights in the area include the flecker Cairns Botanic Gardens, 3.9 km from the hostel, and a beach is merely 450 metres away.
Guests will enjoy proximity to entertainment attractions like the Cairns Marlin Marina, which is just a 6-minute walk away.
Featuring a kitchen, the rooms are equipped with free Wi-Fi, as well as air conditioning for added comfort.
Redhill Cairns Living - Gatton St
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
Charges may apply
- Leisure/ TV room
- Garden area
Located about a 25-minute walk from such significant cultural landmarks as the Cairns City Library, this hostel is also about a 30-minute walk from the Cairns Regional Gallery. The Great Barrier Reef is only 1.7 km from the Cairns hostel.
Guests can visit the public Cairns Aquarium, an ideal spot for family time a 19-minute walk away.
Redhill Cairns Living - Gatton St
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
Charges may apply
- Leisure/ TV room
- Garden area
Redhill Cairns Living - Gatton St
Located about a 25-minute walk from such significant cultural landmarks as the Cairns City Library, this hostel is also about a 30-minute walk from the Cairns Regional Gallery. The Great Barrier Reef is only 1.7 km from the Cairns hostel.
Guests can visit the public Cairns Aquarium, an ideal spot for family time a 19-minute walk away.
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Popular choice
Yha Cairns Central
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
US$ 7.16 per day
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Billiard tables
- Outdoor swimming pool
Offering proximity to the Rusty's Markets, located just 5 minutes' walk away, the hostel is nestled in the centre of Cairns. Yha Cairns Central hostel is not far from the Samurai Gallery Australia.
Guests will also find Cairns Family Court, which is 450 m from the property.
Some of the private bathrooms come with a toilet, along with toiletries and towels.
Yha Cairns Central
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
US$ 7.16 per day
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Billiard tables
- Outdoor swimming pool
Yha Cairns Central
Offering proximity to the Rusty's Markets, located just 5 minutes' walk away, the hostel is nestled in the centre of Cairns. Yha Cairns Central hostel is not far from the Samurai Gallery Australia.
Guests will also find Cairns Family Court, which is 450 m from the property.
Some of the private bathrooms come with a toilet, along with toiletries and towels.
Mad Monkey Waterfront
- BBQ facilities
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Car park
US$ 3.58 per day
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
Cairns Convention Centre welcomes shopping lovers 1.2 km away, while the Cairns Regional Gallery is 350 metres from the hostel. Skydive Cairns is also situated a 25-minute walk away.
Mad Monkey Waterfront hostel enjoys an unbeatable location 3.4 km from the Centenary Lakes.
Offering amenities such as hairdryers and towels, the private bathrooms have a shower and a toilet.
Mad Monkey Waterfront
- BBQ facilities
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Car park
US$ 3.58 per day
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
Mad Monkey Waterfront
Cairns Convention Centre welcomes shopping lovers 1.2 km away, while the Cairns Regional Gallery is 350 metres from the hostel. Skydive Cairns is also situated a 25-minute walk away.
Mad Monkey Waterfront hostel enjoys an unbeatable location 3.4 km from the Centenary Lakes.
Offering amenities such as hairdryers and towels, the private bathrooms have a shower and a toilet.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of Hostels in Port Douglas, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Dougies Backpackers Resort |
8.1 / 10 (334 Reviews) |
From 70$ | |
| Port Douglas Backpackers Youth Hostel |
7.0 / 10 (290 Reviews) |
From 24$ | |
| Global Backpackers Youth Hostel |
6.8 / 10 (73 Reviews) |
From 26$ | |
| Travellers Oasis |
9.3 / 10 (1599 Reviews) |
From 35$ | |
| Caravella Backpackers |
8.7 / 10 (698 Reviews) |
From 23$ |
More accommodations in Port Douglas
Frequently Asked Questions
Which budget hostels are closest to Four Mile Beach?
Mad Monkey Waterfront and Port Douglas Backpackers Youth Hostel are near Four Mile Beach. Both offer affordable rates and easy access to the beach.
Arrive early for a sunrise beach walk and enjoy cooler temperatures; it's less crowded before 8 am.
Which affordable hostels are good for young travelers in Port Douglas?
Mad Monkey Jungle and Dougies Backpackers Resort cater specifically to young travelers. They feature social activities and shared spaces perfect for meeting new friends.
Participate in organized events on weeknights for a chance to connect with other guests over dinner or games.
What budget hostels are near local attractions in Port Douglas?
YHA Cairns Central and Travellers Oasis offer budget accommodations close to popular attractions like the Great Barrier Reef tours. These hostels are ideal for exploring at a lower cost.
Book your reef tour directly through the hostel for possible discounts or package deals.
Which hostels in Port Douglas are best for meeting other backpackers?
Gilligan's Hotel & Resort Cairns and Global Backpackers Youth Hostel have lively atmospheres perfect for socializing. They often host communal meals and activities.
Join a hostel-organized pub crawl on weekends to meet fellow travelers and explore local nightlife.
What are the best budget-friendly hostels in Port Douglas for groups?
Travellers Paradise and Caravella Backpackers are great choices for groups. They offer dormitory-style rooms with shared facilities, making it easy to explore together.
Consider booking a private room in a hostel for more space; it often costs less than a hotel room.
Which hostels in Port Douglas offer breakfast included?
Dreamtime Hostel and Mumma's Hostel Cairns provide breakfast as part of their stays. This can help save on meal costs while traveling.
Take advantage of breakfast to pack snacks for your day trips, particularly for excursions to Cape Tribulation.
What are the best budget options for hostels with kitchen facilities in Port Douglas?
Port Douglas Backpackers Youth Hostel and Dougies Backpackers Resort both feature fully-equipped kitchens. This allows you to prepare your own meals and save money.
Shop for groceries at local markets before 3 pm for the best selection and prices.
How can I enjoy local experiences while staying at a hostel in Port Douglas?
Participate in guided tours available through hostels, like snorkeling at the Great Barrier Reef. Many hostels offer discounts or partnerships with local tour companies.
Ask hostel staff for recommendations on lesser-known tours or local events that might not be widely advertised.
What unique events happen in Port Douglas throughout the year?
The Port Douglas Carnivale is a highlight, featuring food, music, and cultural activities. It takes place each May and is great for immersing in local culture.
Book accommodations early during event peaks to secure a place close to the celebrations.
What tips can help me save money while backpacking in Port Douglas?
Use supermarkets for meals and take advantage of hostel kitchens. Public transport is also affordable, providing access to nearby attractions.
Check for hostel meal nights; many offer cheap meals that allow you to enjoy food together with other travelers.
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