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Both the Granny Flat unit and Studio Apartment are self-contained with a bathroom and air-conditioning. The other rooms have access to a beautiful, well presented timber kitchen upstairs with modern appliances and cookware. All rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV and include outdoor seating areas for your convenience. Homestay at Julie's features free fast NBN Wifi throughout the house.

Julie was incredibly welcoming and went out of her way to help me feel at home. I had a very quiet and comfortable room where I could rest to prepare for the marathon I ran during the stay - and then recover afterwards! Definitely recommend.

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8.2
Very Good
119 reviews
Price from
£50
per night

Floriana Boutique Hotel offers an exceptional blend of historical charm and contemporary luxury. Established in a heritage-listed building from 1939, this boutique accommodation merges the building's original architectural elegance with modern comfort and luxury, following a thorough renovation. With only 10 meticulously designed rooms, including 2 exclusive suites, guests are treated to an intimate experience that emphasizes relaxation, premium amenities, and personalized service.

Great location! Helpful management.

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6.9
Review score
300 reviews
Price from
£105
per night

This small hostel offers boutique-style accommodation with free Wi-Fi, just 200 metres from Cairns Railway Station. Facilities include an outdoor swimming pool and a BBQ area.

Built over 90 years ago, Ryan’s Rest is a 2-storey classic “Queenslander-style” building, with 10-foot high ceilings and an old-world ambience.

The price and facility were great if there was a oven installed

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7.2
Good
48 reviews
Price from
£79
per night

Nolan garden house in whitfield is located in Stratford and features a private pool and inner courtyard views. Situated 7.4 km from Cairns Station, the property features a garden. The guest house provides rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi.

Peaceful home with comfortable rooms for guests. Big flat screen tv in well appointed lounge room for all to share along with a nice kitchen area.

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9.4
Wonderful
8 reviews
Price from
£68
per night

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The Cairns Civic Theater is 11 km from the homestay, while Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens is 12 km away. The nearest airport is Cairns Airport, 14 km from One bedroom in Mount Sheridan.

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10
Exceptional
1 reviews

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Cairns Sunshine Lodge is located in Cairns North. The property is situated 3.2 km from Cairns Convention Centre, 2.1 km from Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens and 1.8 km from The Cairns Civic Theater. The property is non-smoking and is set 2.8 km from Cairns Station.

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Price from
£199
per night

Located in White Rock, 8.1 km from Cairns Convention Centre and 8.5 km from Cairns Station, Master Ensuite and private balcony offers a garden and air conditioning. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens is 11 km from the homestay and Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park is 20 km away.

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Located in White Rock, within 8.1 km of Cairns Convention Centre and 8.5 km of Cairns Station, Cairns Homestay provides accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The air-conditioned accommodation is 9 km from Cairns Regional Gallery. Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park is 20 km from the homestay and Skyway Rainforest Cableway is 20 km away.

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Travelers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. These simple accommodations are in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.
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Homestays That Guests Love in Cairns

  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 106 reviews
    no breakfast but good cooking facilities close to transport, great hosts, nice location. close to esplanade, very comfy king size bed
    Julie
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £89.59
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,689 reviews
    Firstly liked that the photos looked amasing, our price halved from $1200 to $617! So was so excited to get here. When we arrived my heart sunk I was devestated. Pretty sure the government must pay for 'locals' to live here at that high rate and they offer the cheap rates to travellers. Staff were nice and totally overdressed but helpful. Lots of food places nearby.
    Chris
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £67.99
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,324 reviews
    Great hostel! So cozy and such a great atmosphere. The decoration is great and the outside shower is lovely! Very kind host and everything was super clean! So many kitchens, showers and toilets, you never have to wait :) free to use sunscreen, kitchens stuff and anti insect spray was amazing!
    Bo
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £57.44
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 971 reviews
    Great host and lovely atmosphere, very clean and the pool was great to have on those warm days. Slept really well here!
    Bo
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £67.99
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,324 reviews
    Great hostel, really clean and calm. In a little jungle, it looks like Bali.
    Eeva
    Solo traveler
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 424 reviews
    Comfortable. Will and Lyn were great hosts. Helpful and friendly. Nice pool.
    Colin
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £43.06
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,102 reviews
    Really nice and friendly atmosphere. It’s a great hostel for socializing and having a few drinks but also quiet after midnight which is perfect. There’s also a great pool area and TV room to relax! The staff are also really nice and helpful
    Petra
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £67.99
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,324 reviews
    Super clean And very helpful Lovely vibe for my first time staying in a backpackers , as a solo nature woman, It’s more like a home stay , I had my own room with a shared bathroom , super clean.
    N
    Neesha
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £91.54
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,360 reviews
    Nice clean place with great facilities, and a lovely host! Also an awesome location :)
    Marie-Claire
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £91.54
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,360 reviews
    Lovely hostel. Our room was spacious, clean and the aircon was strong. Peter is a great host and booked us onto the Reef Experience tour which I would highly recommend! Walking distance from Cairns Central shopping centre and the Esplanade.
    Adam
    Young couple

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