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Compare Hostels in Portsmith with updated reviews, rates, and availability.

The Espy Hostel
Exterior

The Espy Hostel

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (78)
"Greatest location. Right on the esplanade. Small private room. Simple, clean, safe, affordable. "
The Espy Hostel
YHA Cairns Central
Garden

YHA Cairns Central

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (184)
"The Hostel it’s self seemed well taken care of with a pretty decent standard of cleanliness, all though many hostel mates didn’t properly clean up after themselves in the kitchen and I found myself re-washing dishes before I could actually use them. The room I stayed in (a 4 bed) was quite spacious and the lockers were big enough for my travel backpack, but the beds themselves were pretty lack luster and I found myself having a hard time getting a comfortable sleep. It does in a pinch, but I...
The price is SAR 209
SAR 230 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Apr - 26 Apr
YHA Cairns Central
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
Outdoor pool

Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (402)
"Perfect stay for a few nights to be able to visit cairns. Pool was lush, right next to the bar which does turn into a club. Can be very loud even in the "quiet rooms"."
The price is SAR 435
SAR 483 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
MiHaven Shared Living - Gatton St
Terrace/patio

MiHaven Shared Living - Gatton St

2.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
MiHaven Shared Living - Gatton St
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
Outdoor pool

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

2.0 star property
6.6 out of 10, (37)
"Location excellent close to centre and public transport. Staff very helpful building and facilities are rather tired I enjoyed my stay and very good value for money. "
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
MiHaven Shared Living – Martyn St - Hostel
Balcony

MiHaven Shared Living – Martyn St - Hostel

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3)
MiHaven Shared Living – Martyn St - Hostel
Caravella Backpackers
Outdoor pool

Caravella Backpackers

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (139)
"Location excellent Indonesia restaurant next door"
The price is SAR 262
SAR 289 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Apr - 25 Apr
Caravella Backpackers
Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel
Exterior

Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (98)
"Everthing was GREAT."
Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel
Little Drifter Cairns
Reception

Little Drifter Cairns

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (177)
"Property was in a good location but the kitchen was very full and hard to find any space."
Little Drifter Cairns
MiHaven Shared Living - Pembroke St
Pool

MiHaven Shared Living - Pembroke St

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2)
"It was a shame that one washing machine was broken."
MiHaven Shared Living - Pembroke St
Travellers Oasis - Hostel
Outdoor pool

Travellers Oasis - Hostel

2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (51)
"Great staff, wonderful location, and very nice accommodation."
Travellers Oasis - Hostel
Global Backpackers Cairns
Pool

Global Backpackers Cairns

2.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (29)
"Walking distance to most places. Super clean. Excellent room. Comfortable bed. Had a queen room with it’s own shower. Would recommend and would absolutely stay there again. "
Global Backpackers Cairns
Njoy Backpackers Hostel
Outdoor pool

Njoy Backpackers Hostel

1.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (85)
"The hostel is really nice. They have a free bus to the esplanade and free breakfast."
Njoy Backpackers Hostel
Dreamtime Travellers Rest Hostel
Outdoor pool

Dreamtime Travellers Rest Hostel

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (67)
"Staff very great, place with comfortable, youg people, all perfect even if we could hear other couple in bedrooms around us.."
Dreamtime Travellers Rest Hostel
Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel
Lobby

Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel

2.0 star property
5.4 out of 10, (42)
"Filthy. Bed had sand on it. Floors had weird stains. Air con locked out during peak heat times. Noisy. No lock on bathroom door leading directly from kitchen. "
Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel
Nomads Esplanade
Outdoor pool

Nomads Esplanade

2.0 star property
5.0 out of 10, (17)
"When we got there we found out the hotel didnt exist anymore. After a bit of exploring we found where we were booked, and it was crummy to say the least"
Nomads Esplanade
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Mantra Trilogy
Outdoor pool

Mantra Trilogy

4.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1219)
"Room upgrade was fantastic, close to eatiers, Clean but looking a bit dated. "
The price is SAR 535
SAR 535 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Mantra Trilogy
Southern Cross Atrium Apartments
3 outdoor pools, sun loungers

Southern Cross Atrium Apartments

4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1534)
"Clean and quite "
The price is SAR 498
SAR 552 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Southern Cross Atrium Apartments
Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
3 outdoor pools, sun loungers

Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (721)
"A favourite family getaway for us. An amazing place for children to experience and heaps of extra activities for the school holidays! They really know their audience!"
Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Portsmith?
You might like the room rates at this top accommodation option in the surrounding area, which has good reviews from our customers: Cairns Colonial Club Resort - 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from the heart of Portsmith. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool at this holiday park.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Portsmith?
Good weather’s always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here’s some information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually January and February with an average temp of 80°F, while the coldest months are August and July with an average of 70°F. The rainiest months in Portsmith are January, February, March, and December, with each month seeing an average of 11 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Portsmith?
Generally, Portsmith is known for its: beaches and sports. Get out into nature with places like Esplanade Lagoon, Muddy’s Playground, and Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland. Cultural attractions include Cairns Performing Arts Centre, Australian Armour and Artillery Museum, and Cairns Historical Society Museum. Locals like to shop at Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Cairns Night Markets.
What's the best way to get to and around Portsmith while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Portsmith in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS), 5.7 mi (9.3 km) from the city center.