The 1907 School of Arts building with palm trees in Cairns, Queensland, Australia.
Hostel in Cairns

YHA Cairns Central

9.2627 Hostelworld reviews🏊 Pool🛏️ Best value private room in Cairns
Dorm beds from€23Privates from€17
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Lowest prices per night Hostelworld listed on 11 October 2026; your dates may differ.

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⚡ The vibe, scored by guests

Hostelworld guests' category scores out of 10.

  • Atmosphere8.0
  • Security9.7
  • Cleanliness9.3
  • Staff9.3
  • Location9.7
  • Value9.3
  • Facilities9.3

🎁 What you get

  • ❄️Air-con
  • 🍹Bar
  • 🔥BBQ
  • 🎲Board games
  • ☕Café
  • 🛋️Common room
  • 📶Free Wi-Fi
  • 🍳Kitchen
  • 🧺Laundry
  • 🔐Lockers
  • 🧳Luggage storage
  • 🏊Pool
  • 🌴Terrace
  • 🎱Pool table
  • 🗺️Tour desk

📍 Location

20-26 McLeod Street, Cairns QLD 4870, Cairns · 190 m from the centre

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📋 House rules

  • 🔑 Check-in 14:00–21:00
  • 👋 Check-out by 10:00

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FAQ

Is YHA Cairns Central a party hostel?+

Not by our rule (Hostelworld's Fun & Party list plus party events or a 9.5+ atmosphere score with a bar). Guests score its atmosphere 8.0/10.

How much is a bed at YHA Cairns Central?+

Dorm beds from €23 a night, private rooms from €17, the lowest prices Hostelworld listed on 11 October 2026. Prices change by date.

How far is YHA Cairns Central from the centre of Cairns?+

190 m from the city centre, at 20-26 McLeod Street, Cairns QLD 4870.

What are the check-in and check-out times?+

Check-in from 14:00 until 21:00; check-out by 10:00.

Is YHA Cairns Central good?+

Hostelworld guests rate it 9.2/10 from 627 reviews, with security 9.7 and cleanliness 9.3; its lowest score is atmosphere (8.0).

From Hostelworld's public listing, read 11 October 2026. AirConnect may earn a commission if you book through our links, at no extra cost to you.