The Northern Greenhouse

This modern hostel in the city centre is a 12-minute walk from both Cairns railway station and Sunlover Reef Cruises. Mixed and single-sex dorms with bunk beds offer free Wi-Fi, minifridges and en suite bathrooms, as well as balconies or terraces. Dorms sleep up to 6 people. Private rooms add kitchenettes. Freebies include breakfast, weekly BBQs and parking. There's an outdoor pool, a bar and a deck with a pool table, as well as a communal kitchen and guest computers.