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Compare 23 Hostels in Portsmith with updated reviews, rates, and availability.

The Espy Hostel

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (74)
"I loved the spacious kitchen and clean bathrooms facilities. The location was perfect! Just next to the lagoon, shopping malls, bus stop and the beach front."
The Espy Hostel

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 206
SAR 227 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
YHA Cairns Central

Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (399)
"Nice place to stay"
The price is SAR 380
SAR 420 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Mar - 28 Mar
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

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 - Gatton St

2.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
MiHaven Shared Living - Gatton St

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

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (139)
"Location excellent Indonesia restaurant next door"
The price is SAR 258
SAR 284 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Mar - 28 Mar
Caravella Backpackers

The Village Cairns - Hostel

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."
The Village Cairns - Hostel

Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (98)
"Everthing was GREAT."
The price is SAR 418
SAR 460 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel

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

Summer House Backpackers Cairns

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (42)
"Friendly, accommodating & helpful staff."
Summer House Backpackers Cairns

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

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

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

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

Cairns Girls Hostel

1.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (12)
"I liked that it was girls only. Clean, friendly and perfect location."
Cairns Girls Hostel

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

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

Lazy Duck Hostel

2.0 star property
6.4 out of 10, (24)
"Wash rooms are terrible in lazy duck. Needs renovation"
Lazy Duck Hostel
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Mantra Trilogy

4.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1214)
"Awesome location, right off the Esplanade! Front desk staff all went over and above expectations to help us! Room size was nice. No daily room service, but you could get all the extra towel and drinking water refills you wanted for free. Good wifi. Great value for the price. "
The price is SAR 437
SAR 437 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Mantra Trilogy

Southern Cross Atrium Apartments

4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1532)
"The apartment was quiet and located within easy walking distance to everything. Having the shopping centre close by was great also. Only issue was our bathroom door didn't close but other than that the apartment was awesome. Wound definitely stay again "
The price is SAR 487
SAR 539 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Southern Cross Atrium Apartments

Sea Change Beachfront Apartments

5.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1288)
"Great location with amazing views!! Highly recommend staying at the Sea Change! The facility had everything you could ask for with friendly and helpful staff.. Thanks for the AMAZING stay!"
The price is SAR 956
SAR 1,052 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
Sea Change Beachfront Apartments
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, Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland, and Crystal Cascades. Cultural attractions include Cairns Performing Arts Centre, Australian Armour and Artillery Museum, and The Cairns 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.