Cairns - ideal accommodation for educational trips
Portrait of Monika Ebner, Head of Operations & Client Service
published by
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 type Hostel
    Address 149 The Esplanade, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 0.6 km to city centre
    • 4.6 km to airport
    Rating Great   (8/10p.)
    562 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Airport Shuttle
    • Pool (Free)
    • Parking (Free)
    Price category € (up to €35/night)
    Benefits
    • Very affordable
  • 2. Summer House Backpackers Cairns

    Building hotel Summer House Backpackers Cairns
    Hotel rooms 84 total
    Property type Hostel
    Address 341 Lake Street, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 2.1 km to city centre
    • 3.1 km to airport
    Rating Appealing   (6/10p.)
    509 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Parking
    • 24h Reception
    • Pool (Free)
    Price category € (up to €35/night)
    Benefits
    • Very affordable
    • Large capacity (84 rooms)
  • 3. Dreamtime Travellers Rest

    Building hotel Dreamtime Travellers Rest
    Hotel rooms 24 total
    Property type Hostel
    Address 189 Bunda street, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 0.5 km to city centre
    • 0.1 km to public transport
    • 5.6 km to airport
    Rating Great   (8/10p.)
    882 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Pool (Free)
    • Parking (Free)
    Price category € (up to €35/night)
    Benefits
    • Very affordable
  • Surprise your group with the best hotel!

    We'll help you get the best deals for free!

    • All non-binding and free of charge
    • 100,000+ groups use tripmakery
    • Personal support (phone, email)
  • 4. Mumma's Hostel Cairns

    Building hotel Mumma's Hostel Cairns
    Hotel rooms 20 total
    Property type Hostel
    Address 140 Grafton Street, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 0.2 km to city centre
    • 5.2 km 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 type Hostel
    Address 52-54 Spence Street, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 0.7 km to city centre
    • 0.5 km to public transport
    • 5.8 km to airport
    Rating Great   (8/10p.)
    261 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Parking
    • Airport Shuttle
    Price category € (up to €35/night)
    Benefits
    • Very affordable
  • 6. Bounce Cairns

    Building hotel Bounce Cairns
    Hotel rooms 35 total
    Property type Hostel
    Address 117 Grafton Street, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 0.1 km to city centre
    • 5.4 km to airport
    Rating Great   (8/10p.)
    409 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • 24h Reception
    • Pool (Free)
    • Parking (Free)
    Price category € (up to €35/night)
    Benefits
    • Very affordable
  • 7. Castaways Backpackers Cairns

    Building hotel Castaways Backpackers Cairns
    Hotel rooms 24 total
    Property type Hostel
    Address 207 Sheridan Street, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 0.9 km to city centre
    • 4.2 km to airport
    Rating Great   (8/10p.)
    307 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Parking
    • Airport Shuttle
    • Pool
    Price category € (up to €35/night)
    Benefits
    • Very affordable
  • 8. Cairns Rainbow Resort

    Building hotel Cairns Rainbow Resort
    Hotel rooms 100 total
    Property type Hotel
    Address 179 Sheridan St, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 0.7 km to city centre
    • 4.5 km to airport
    Rating Appealing   (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
  • 9. Mad Monkey Backpackers Village

    Building hotel Mad Monkey Backpackers Village
    Hotel rooms 51 total
    Property type Hostel
    Address 141 Sheridan Street, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 0.3 km to city centre
    • 4.8 km to airport
    Rating Great   (8/10p.)
    417 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • 24h Reception
    • Airport Shuttle
    • Pool (Free)
    • Parking (Free)
    Price category € (up to €35/night)
    Benefits
    • Very affordable
    • Large capacity (51 rooms)
  • 10. Cairns Central YHA

    Building hotel Cairns Central YHA
    Hotel rooms 52 total
    Property type Hostel
    Address 20-26 Mcleod Street, 4870 Cairns, Cairns - Google Maps
    Location
    • 0.2 km to city centre
    • 0.3 km to public transport
    • 5.7 km to airport
    Rating Great   (8/10p.)
    348 reviews
    Parking
    Car parking: 
    Yes - free
    Amenities
    • Business Center
    • Pool (Free)
    • Parking (Free)
    Price category € (up to €35/night)
    Benefits
    • Large capacity (52 rooms)
    • Very affordable
  • Show more
  • Surprise your group with the best hotel!

    We'll help you get the best deals for free!

    • All non-binding and free of charge
    • 100,000+ groups use tripmakery
    • Personal support (phone, email)

Destinations for group travel