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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.

Property very clean and tidy with good decorations. Large area balcony with BBQ facilities. Just few minutes walk to Reef Cruise Terminal. Property keeper very friendly and helpful.

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9
Superb
1,021 reviews
Price from
£130
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
£251
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.

I received the code to the open the lock box a day before we were due to stay. The property was immaculate and obviously very well cleaned. Plenty of choice for continental breakfast with a big choice of cereals available, together with fruit and yoghurt. Fresh bread was supplied for toasting, with honey, jams and Vegemite spreads

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9.6
Exceptional
110 reviews
Price from
£148
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.

Nice location, clean modern apartment. The breakfast is a nice touch.

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9
Superb
191 reviews
Price from
£40
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.

The apartment is beautifully decorated. A good size terrace. The kitchen is very well equipped. Big, confortable bed. Walking distance to Cairns marina.

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9.2
Superb
118 reviews
Price from
£112
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.

the views were stunning and the apartment was very clean and comfortable

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9.5
Exceptional
115 reviews
Price from
£258
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.

Beautiful, clean, great location . We felt safe & had everything we needed. We had Villa 4 and were a group of 2 couples it was perfect for 3 nights. Thanks Deena & team 😃

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9.3
Superb
106 reviews
Price from
£116
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
£185
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.

The stay was very comfortable and the rooms had much space.

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9.3
Superb
582 reviews
Price from
£232
per night

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 air-conditioned accommodation is 3.3 km from Cairns Station. The property is non-smoking and is located 3.4 km from Cairns Convention Centre.

Great location, well appointed with plenty of space inside and out. Pool was fantastic. Direct access to Esplanade walkway space was a real treat.

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9
Superb
8 reviews
Price from
£195
per night

Most booked holiday rentals in Cairns this month

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  • Estilo Bed and Breakfast
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 191 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.

  • Cairns Private Apartments
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,021 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
     · 110 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

  • 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 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

    Floriana Villas features air-conditioned guest accommodation in Cairns, 2.5 km from Cairns Station, 2.7 km from Cairns Convention Centre and 1.9 km from Cairns Regional Gallery.

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

  • Vision Apartments
    Breakfast options
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 703 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

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.

  • Edge Hill Clean & Green Cairns, 7 Minutes from the Airport, 7 Minutes to Cairns CBD & Reef Fleet Terminal
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 36 reviews

    Featuring a patio with garden views, a garden and barbecue facilities, Edge Hill Clean & Green Cairns, 7 Minutes from the Airport, 7 Minutes to Cairns CBD & Reef Fleet Terminal can be found in Cairns,...

    David was so accommodating and helpful. Great place to stay.

  • Cascade Gardens
    Free cancellation options available
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,487 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

  • 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
     · 841 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
     · 445 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
     · 208 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
     · 490 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

  • Waters Edge Apartment Cairns
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 583 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
     · 19 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.

  • Pembroke House - Inner city luxury
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 10 reviews

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, Pembroke House - Inner city luxury is set in Cairns. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the apartment free of charge.

    I loved the spacious lounge room and the swimming pool.

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Holiday rentals that guests love in Cairns

  • Avg. price/night: £123.41
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 208 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: £73.31
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,319 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
     · 318 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
  • 7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 464 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
  • Avg. price/night: £83.85
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 905 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: £37.08
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,100 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
     · 384 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
  • Avg. price/night: £83.85
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 905 reviews
    Range of activities, ease of ordering from cafe and conditon of park and villa.
    Rohan
    Family with young children

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