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Hostels in Portsmith

The Espy Hostel
Exterior

The Espy Hostel

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (80)
"It was a quiet and comfortable environment"
The Espy Hostel
YHA Cairns Central
Garden

YHA Cairns Central

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (188)
"Very friendly and comfortable!"
The price is SAR 210
SAR 231 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jun - 19 Jun
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, (408)
"I enjoyed my stay. "
The price is SAR 448
SAR 498 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
Caravella Backpackers
Outdoor pool

Caravella Backpackers

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (141)
"Loved my stay at Caravellas. Really great location on the Esplanade. Very friendly. Staff were great. Highly recommend "
The price is SAR 288
SAR 317 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Caravella Backpackers
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
Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel
Exterior

Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (98)
"Clean and friendly accommodation across the road from the station "
Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel
Little Drifter Cairns
Terrace/patio

Little Drifter Cairns

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (177)
"Nice location and good room."
Little Drifter Cairns
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
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
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
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
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
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
Travellers Oasis - Hostel
Outdoor pool

Travellers Oasis - Hostel

2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (51)
Travellers Oasis - 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
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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 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.