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The 10 Best Holiday Rentals in Cairns, Australia

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These 4.5-star apartments offer absolute waterfront, luxury apartments just a 1-minute stroll away from Cairns Waterfront Marina. Guests at Cairns Private Apartments enjoy an outdoor swimming pool, a spa pool, a sauna and a fitness centre.

Spacious exceptionally clean apartment with stunning views of the river and harbour complex.

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9.1
Superb
1,019 reviews
Price from
SEK 1,913
per night

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, mountain view and a balcony, Cairns Waterfront Luxury at Harbourlights is set in Cairns. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a lift and full-day security, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is situated less than 1 km from Cairns Convention Centre.

location and the apartment was perfect with patio

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9.6
Exceptional
172 reviews
Price from
SEK 3,260
per night

The holiday home features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with garden views. A private entrance leads guests into the holiday home, where they can enjoy some fruits. The property has an outdoor dining area.

Well catered breakfast for vegans, much appreciated! Lovely selection of toiletries and comfy beds. Everything essential in the kitchen. Great comms from the host. Quiet but central location.

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9.6
Exceptional
109 reviews
Price from
SEK 2,006
per night

Located just less than 1 km from Cairns Station, Estilo Bed and Breakfast provides accommodation in Cairns with access to a garden, a terrace, as well as private check-in and check-out. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens is 4.1 km from the bed and breakfast and Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park is 13 km away.

The best hostel/B&B we've stayed in so far in Australia. I felt like we'd come back home for a night. Great location within a short walking distance of Cairns. The self service breakfast was great and the whole ambiance of the whole property was great. Pre check-in messaging was great and straight forward to follow and general information provided, took any anxiety away we had about the property. Especially arriving after a long flight. Diver's Den (scuba/snorkelling shop) a few doors away provided easy booking of a Great Barrier Reef trip.

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9
Superb
194 reviews
Price from
SEK 717
per night

Situated in Cairns, Jackies City Central Apartment provides accommodation with a pool with a view, a balcony and city views. Guests can benefit from a patio and a picnic area. The accommodation features a sauna, hot tub, restaurant and free WiFi.

Jackie has maintained a very homely touch to the apartment. It's very well kept, and she has provided every minute little things that one would need. Overall, it was an absolutely fantastic experience.

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9.2
Superb
119 reviews
Price from
SEK 1,526
per night

Located in Cairns, 8.6 km from Cairns Station, Cairns Rainforest Retreat provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and barbecue facilities. The property is situated 9 km from Cairns Convention Centre, 9.1 km from The Cairns Civic Theater and 10 km from Cairns Regional Gallery. The rooms are fitted with a balcony with mountain views and free WiFi.

Amazing accommodation with great pool and a fantastic view of the rainforest. We were warmly welcomed and felt very comfortable.

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9.4
Superb
244 reviews
Price from
SEK 2,221
per night

This 5 star two-bedroom self-contained luxury apartment is located on the 7th floor in Northshore Tower, on the waterfront of Cairns Esplanade. The city center of Cairns is only minutes from the property.

Great view and the perfect place to relax for an extended vacation. Walking distance to restaurants and boardwalk. Apartment was very clean as well. Would stay again for our next vacation to Cairns!

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9.5
Exceptional
115 reviews
Price from
SEK 3,502
per night

Set within 2.5 km of Cairns Station and 2.7 km of Cairns Convention Centre, Floriana Villas offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Cairns. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. This 4-star apartment offers private entrance.

Great location on the esplanade. Lots of space. Place to park car. Very clean.

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9.3
Superb
106 reviews
Price from
SEK 1,576
per night

Situated on the Cairns Esplanade, this 5 star property features self-contained apartments. Guests enjoy 2 swimming pools and a fitness centre.

Each apartment features a spacious living room which opens onto a balcony or patio with an outdoor setting. All apartments include a fully equipped kitchen, laundry facilities and satellite TV.

We had a beautiful and very clean and spacious 3 bedroom apartment on the ground floor, which was very convenient to huge pool. We stayed there for 9 nights and surly will come back. Super friendly manager and staff. The made up the beds every day, fresh towels when needed…..best service! And the location was perfect too, directly on the esplanade.

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9
Superb
703 reviews
Price from
SEK 2,508
per night

Waters Edge Apartments offer luxury, spacious, self-catering accommodation on the seafront of Cairns, a vibrant, tropical city with a relaxed atmosphere and easy access to the Great Barrier Reef.

Enjoy stylish living in the minimalist Waters Edge Apartment Cairns. Each apartment offers home comforts, including 2 bathrooms (one with spa bath), full laundry and ironing facilities, and security intercom. The modern audio-visual equipment and Wi-Fi connection complete the picture.

I loved everything about this property. even the little lizard that stayed in the room!

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9.3
Superb
580 reviews
Price from
SEK 3,153
per night

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  • Cairns Private Apartments
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,019 reviews

    These 4.5-star apartments offer absolute waterfront, luxury apartments just a 1-minute stroll away from Cairns Waterfront Marina.

    Great location, nice view, fantastic space, friendly staff

  • Cairns Waterfront Luxury at Harbourlights
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 172 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, mountain view and a balcony, Cairns Waterfront Luxury at Harbourlights is set in Cairns.

    Location, Clean, Very nice set up all the furnitures

  • The Red Sparrow 2
    Breakfast options
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 109 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, The Red Sparrow 2 is situated in Cairns. The property has inner courtyard and quiet street views, and is 300 metres from Cairns Station.

    The location the house and the breakfast were excellent

  • Estilo Bed and Breakfast
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 194 reviews

    Located just less than 1 km from Cairns Station, Estilo Bed and Breakfast provides accommodation in Cairns with access to a garden, a terrace, as well as private check-in and check-out.

    Shower/bathroom. Decor. "Homy" feel.

  • Jackies City Central Apartment
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 119 reviews

    Situated in Cairns, Jackies City Central Apartment provides accommodation with a pool with a view, a balcony and city views. Guests can benefit from a patio and a picnic area.

    Beautiful apartment. Everything you will ever need.

  • Cairns Rainforest Retreat
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 244 reviews

    Located in Cairns, 8.6 km from Cairns Station, Cairns Rainforest Retreat provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and barbecue facilities.

    The property and views were amazing and so beautiful!

  • Cairns Luxury Seafront Apartment
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 115 reviews

    This 5 star two-bedroom self-contained luxury apartment is located on the 7th floor in Northshore Tower, on the waterfront of Cairns Esplanade.

    Perfect location, spacious & all the essentials!!

  • Floriana Villas
    Breakfast options
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 106 reviews

    Set within 2.5 km of Cairns Station and 2.7 km of Cairns Convention Centre, Floriana Villas offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Cairns.

    Very clean, spacious, Netflix on tv, comfy beds, quiet

These holiday rentals in Cairns have options with FREE cancellation

  • Martyn st house
    Free cancellation options available
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 55 reviews

    Martyn st house features a balcony and is set in Cairns, within just less than 1 km of The Cairns Civic Theater and 1.7 km of Cairns Regional Gallery.

    Spacious place. Well equipped. Good space outside for pets.

  • Cascade Gardens
    Free cancellation options available
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,488 reviews

    Just 300 metres from the Cairns Esplanade, Cascade Gardens features an outdoor pool, a hot tub and covered barbecue facilities. Free Wi-Fi and a private balcony are standard in all apartments.

    The central location made getting around really easy

  • Tasman Holiday Parks - Cairns Cool Waters
    Free cancellation options available
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 169 reviews

    Located within 8.4 km of Cairns Station and 10 km of Cairns Convention Centre, Tasman Holiday Parks - Cairns Cool Waters provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Cairns.

    It was really great, comfortable, thumbs up perfect.

  • Trinity Links Resort
    Free cancellation options available
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 188 reviews

    Set 6.7 km from Cairns Convention Centre, Trinity Links Resort offers 4-star accommodation in Cairns and has an infinity pool, a spa and wellness centre and a fitness centre.

    quiet, 3 bedrooms, lovely pool areas, tennis court

  • BreakFree Royal Harbour
    Free cancellation options available
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 834 reviews

    Just 3 minutes’ walk from Cairns Lagoon, BreakFree Royal Harbour features apartments with a spa bath and a private balcony with Trinity Bay or garden views.

    Nice view and close to restaurants, indoor market.

  • Piermonde Apartments Cairns
    Free cancellation options available
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 441 reviews

    Located opposite Cairns Convention Centre, each Piermonde Apartment boasts a balcony offering river views.

    Rooms were very clean, spacious and location ideal.

  • Villa Vaucluse Apartments
    Free cancellation options available
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 212 reviews

    Located in the heart of Cairns City, Villa Vaucluse is a short walk to the boardwalk and Cairns Esplanade Lagoon, as well as restaurants and bars.

    Very clean, well stocked accommodation. Great location

  • Cairns Beach Resort
    Free cancellation options available
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 493 reviews

    Located at Holloways Beach, Australis Cairns Beach Resort is just 10 minutes' drive north of Cairns City. It offers 4-star apartments set amidst tropical, landscaped gardens.

    The room was incredibly decorated and very stylish

Highly rated holiday rentals in Cairns

  • Inner City One Bedroom Apartment 27
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 8 reviews

    Situated in Cairns, Inner City One Bedroom Apartment 27 features accommodation with rooftop pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive.

    I had a fantastic stay at the clean and well-equipped apartment 27

  • Vision Apartments
    8.0+ review score
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 702 reviews

    Situated on the Cairns Esplanade, this 5 star property features self-contained apartments. Guests enjoy 2 swimming pools and a fitness centre.

    Wonderful property, excellent facilities and location

  • Waters Edge Apartment Cairns
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 580 reviews

    Waters Edge Apartments offer luxury, spacious, self-catering accommodation on the seafront of Cairns, a vibrant, tropical city with a relaxed atmosphere and easy access to the Great Barrier Reef.

    Great location, great apartment very roomy felt like home..

  • Cairns Esplanade 2BR Waterfront Apartment Sleeps 6
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 8 reviews

    Set in Cairns, Cairns Esplanade 2BR Waterfront Apartment Sleeps 6 offers accommodation with private pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive.

    The apartment is clean and offered all necessary houseware for staying

  • Charming Queeenslander in City Centre
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 20 reviews

    Located in Cairns, 1.5 km from Cairns Convention Centre and 800 metres from The Cairns Civic Theater, Charming Queeenslander in City Centre offers a garden and air conditioning.

    Beautiful house, great value for money, lots of lovely goodies in the fridge to welcome us

  • City centre, tropical home, minutes walk to shops.
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 13 reviews

    Featuring garden views, City centre, tropical home, minutes walk to shops. Provides accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 1.5 km from Cairns Convention Centre.

    Sehr gute Lage, Geschäfte und Hafen zu Fuß erreichbar

  • Privately Owned Apartment 'Sunset View Studio' in Cairns City
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 8 reviews

    Set in Cairns, near Cairns Station and Cairns Convention Centre, Privately Owned Apartment 'Sunset View Studio' in Cairns City is a recently renovated property, featuring free WiFi, a rooftop pool and...

    Good location, within walking distance to cafes, restaurants, shopping centre.

  • Villa Thirty One - Balinese inspired Escape
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 9 reviews

    Located in Cairns, 18 km from Cairns Station and 20 km from Cairns Convention Centre, Villa Thirty One - Balinese inspired Escape provides air-conditioned accommodation with a patio and free WiFi.

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Holiday rentals that guests love in Cairns

  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 212 reviews
    The property was in the best location, accessible to all the local restaurants, shopping, and Esplanade. The villa was beautiful,the owners have done an amazing job, it had everything that could be needed.
    Mensforth
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: SEK 995.98
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,324 reviews
    Best hostel I've ever been, that's why I came back again. Surrounded by rain forest, this hostel is very nice and clean, room are comfortable and the atmosphere is relaxing. Close to train station, included the one to Kuranda village, and a walking distance to the cbd and the promenade.
    Jessica
    Solo traveller
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 320 reviews
    Location and quiet nights. Villa well appointed and great views of the mountains apparently pet friendly villas as well
    diana
    Solo traveller
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 106 reviews
    Spacious, light and comfortable with huge outdoor al fresco area with views to water and esplanade. Bed was good, everything very clean , quite private being behind the front villas. Pool at doorstep. Pleasant walk into town with plenty of eateries on tap. Odettes for breakfast lives up to previous comments and the Cock and Bull meals are huge… Both easy to reach from the property.
    Joan
    Solo traveller
  • 7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 463 reviews
    Beautiful and spacious accomodation, perfect for families. All staff were accomodating and helpful & the pools were fantastic. The additional bonus of having both McKenzie’s cafè & a Taste of Thai on-site makes this holiday rental a very comfortable and enjoyable stay.
    Natasha
    Family with young children
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 106 reviews
    Open airy villa with plenty of space Great location on the promenade When I mentioned an issue it was dealt with promptly and thoroughly and in a friendly manner.
    J
    Jenny
    Young couple
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 904 reviews
    Great holiday home incl bbq and spacious rooms. Reception team are really friendly as well and help really well with everything.
    Wouter Bauhuis
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: SEK 845.51
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,099 reviews
    I loved my time at Mad Monkey Village, it has everything you need to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable... they really go above and beyond with free gym membership, free pancake breakfast and a such a homely, clean hostel! The pool is great and there are plenty of areas to chill out and make friends:)
    Sara
    Solo traveller
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 383 reviews
    Fantastic staff. Matthew was unbelievable. Went out of his way to meet us even after 8pm. Booked for us the kuranda village experience. He was always looking after us.
    Harvinder
    Family with young children
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 904 reviews
    Range of activities, ease of ordering from cafe and conditon of park and villa.
    Rohan
    Family with young children

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