Cairns - ideal accommodation for educational trips
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Monika Ebner
Hotel expert at tripmakery.com


Finding the right accommodation for an educational trip in Cairns can be challenging. It's important to find a place that is suitable for both school classes and student groups, safe, and educational. After a thorough review of 81 accommodations in Cairns, we present to you the 10 best options that offer ideal conditions for educational trips.

Getting offers from different hotels is unfortunately very time-consuming, we know that. That's why we have created our dedicated service, which provides you with fitting offers!

Note: The selection was made according to our experts' own criteria and experience and  does NOT contain paid advertising!

  • 1. Caravella Backpackers

    Building hotel Caravella Backpackers
    Hotel rooms 48 total
    Property typeHostel
    Address149 The Esplanade, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 0.4 mi to city centre
    • 2.9 mi to airport
    RatingGreat   (8/10p.)
    562 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Airport Shuttle
    • Pool (Free)
    • Parking (Free)
    Price category£ (up to £30/night)
  • 2. Summer House Backpackers Cairns

    Building hotel Summer House Backpackers Cairns
    Hotel rooms 84 total
    Property typeHostel
    Address341 Lake Street, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 1.3 mi to city centre
    • 1.9 mi to airport
    RatingAppealing   (6/10p.)
    509 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Parking
    • 24h Reception
    • Pool (Free)
    Price category£ (up to £30/night)
    Benefits
    • Large capacity (84 rooms)
  • 3. Dreamtime Travellers Rest

    Building hotel Dreamtime Travellers Rest
    Hotel rooms 24 total
    Property typeHostel
    Address189 Bunda street, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 0.3 mi to city centre
    • 0.1 mi to public transport
    • 3.5 mi to airport
    RatingGreat   (8/10p.)
    882 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Pool (Free)
    • Parking (Free)
    Price category£ (up to £30/night)
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  • 4. Mumma's Hostel Cairns

    Building hotel Mumma's Hostel Cairns
    Hotel rooms 20 total
    Property typeHostel
    Address140 Grafton Street, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 0.1 mi to city centre
    • 3.2 mi to airport
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Parking
    • Airport Shuttle
    • Pool (Free)
    Price category N/A
  • 5. The Jack Backpackers

    Building hotel The Jack Backpackers
    Hotel rooms 34 total
    Property typeHostel
    Address52-54 Spence Street, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 0.4 mi to city centre
    • 0.3 mi to public transport
    • 3.6 mi to airport
    RatingGreat   (8/10p.)
    261 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Parking
    • Airport Shuttle
    Price category£ (up to £30/night)
  • 6. Mad Monkey Backpackers Waterfront

    Building hotel Mad Monkey Backpackers Waterfront
    Hotel rooms 21 total
    Property typeHostel
    Address93A Esplanade, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 0.4 mi to city centre
    • 3.2 mi to airport
    RatingGreat   (8/10p.)
    66 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Airport Shuttle
    • 24h Reception
    • Parking (Free)
    Price category£ (up to £30/night)
  • 7. Bounce Cairns

    Building hotel Bounce Cairns
    Hotel rooms 35 total
    Property typeHostel
    Address117 Grafton Street, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 0.1 mi to city centre
    • 3.4 mi to airport
    RatingGreat   (8/10p.)
    409 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • 24h Reception
    • Pool (Free)
    • Parking (Free)
    Price category£ (up to £30/night)
  • 8. Castaways Backpackers Cairns

    Building hotel Castaways Backpackers Cairns
    Hotel rooms 24 total
    Property typeHostel
    Address207 Sheridan Street, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 0.6 mi to city centre
    • 2.6 mi to airport
    RatingGreat   (8/10p.)
    307 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Parking
    • Airport Shuttle
    • Pool
    Price category£ (up to £30/night)
  • 9. Cairns Rainbow Resort

    Building hotel Cairns Rainbow Resort
    Hotel rooms 100 total
    Property typeHotel
    Address179 Sheridan St, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 0.4 mi to city centre
    • 2.8 mi to airport
    RatingAppealing   (6/10p.)
    295 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Parking
    • Airport Shuttle
    • Pool (Free)
    Price category N/A
    Benefits
    • Large capacity (100 rooms)
    • Breakfast
  • 10. Hotel Cairns Beach House

    Building hotel Hotel Cairns Beach House
    Hotel rooms 73 total
    Property typeHostel
    Address239 Sheridan Street Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 6.0 mi to city centre
    • 3.3 mi to public transport
    • 2.9 mi to airport
    RatingVery good   (7.3/10p.)
    208 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Pool (Free)
    • Parking (Free)
    Price category££ (around £30 - £45/night)
    Benefits
    • Large capacity (73 rooms)
    • Breakfast
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