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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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9.1
Superb
1,019 reviews
Price from
£139
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.

Great unit and awesome view will be staying again. For a longer period next time

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9.6
Exceptional
172 reviews
Price from
£231
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.

Very convenient location. Clean room, well equipped facilities, convenient as if you are at home. Bread ,yogurt and fresh fruits are provided and you can feel the owner’s thoughtfulness.

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9.6
Exceptional
110 reviews
Price from
£145
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.

Very friendly and helpful owner. Good communications. We could let our luggage at the apartment and pick it up later. The breakfast area and living room was very relaxed. The place was a foot walk away from the main station and therefore perfect to go to Kurunda by train. You can go back by cableway and bus. Great tour.

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9
Superb
187 reviews
Price from
£52
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 was fantastic. There was a cyclone on the way and she messaged me to say she would understand if wanted to cancel but I did go ...she met me at the apartment. Everything was fan, well equipped , spotless and in a great location

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9.2
Superb
118 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. 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
105 reviews
Price from
£114
per night

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

Location, cleanliness and comfortable room. The staff was always very friendly and helpful.

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9
Superb
697 reviews
Price from
£182
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.

It was in the perfect location with amazing views from the balcony!

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9.3
Superb
581 reviews
Price from
£229
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
£192
per night

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. The property features garden views and is 1.1 km from Cairns Regional Gallery and 4.5 km from Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Cairns Station is 300 metres away.

It is an amazing house which is 100 years old equipped with historic furniture which maintained very well and clean. The host is so kind who prepared bread, milk and fruit for our late arrival. Besides relaxing and comfortable, Living there became part of tour which is unexpected.

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9.4
Superb
19 reviews
Price from
£167
per night

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  • Estilo Bed and Breakfast
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 187 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
    9.1
    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
     · 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.

  • Floriana Villas
    Breakfast options
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 105 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
     · 697 reviews

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

    Wonderful property, excellent facilities and location

  • Waters Edge Apartment Cairns
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 581 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..

These holiday rentals in Cairns have options with FREE cancellation

  • 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
     · 1,490 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

  • A Taste of the Tropics
    Free cancellation options available
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 106 reviews

    Featuring a hot tub, A Taste of the Tropics is located in Cairns. The air-conditioned accommodation is 2.7 km from Cairns Station, and guests can benefit from complimentary WiFi and private parking...

    it was clean and tidy and had everything we needed

  • Trinity Links Resort
    Free cancellation options available
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 186 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

  • Il Centro Apartment Hotel
    Free cancellation options available
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 272 reviews

    Just 200 metres from the Cairns Convention Centre, Il Centro Apartments Cairns features an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace with city views.

    Warren and his team are amazing will be back for sure

  • BreakFree Royal Harbour
    Free cancellation options available
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 844 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
     · 449 reviews

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

    Rooms were very clean, spacious and location ideal.

  • Cairns Beach Resort
    Free cancellation options available
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 486 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
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 7 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

  • Luxury waterfront sea view apartment - do not book
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 4 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a pool with a view, city view and a patio, Luxury waterfront sea view apartment - do not book is set in Cairns.

  • 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

  • Oasis in the Heart of the City
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 11 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a rooftop pool, Oasis in the Heart of the City is situated in Cairns. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

    Everything about this property is amaZing, a real home away from home

  • 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.

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Holiday rentals that guests love in Cairns

  • Avg. price/night: £121.57
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 207 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: £52.47
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,262 reviews
    Staff was friendly and hospitable; due to a last minute change in plans we booked two times at the Village--Johnny at front desk set us up so we wouldn't have to switch rooms. The common areas are very lively and well-stocked. There's an industrial-sized kitchen and a communal fridge which was nice if we had leftovers or wanted coffee in the morning. Location is incredible; steps away from most major dive shops and restaurants.
    CJ
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £87.80
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 906 reviews
    It’s like a small like village very small but adventurous
    Priscilla
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £52.47
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,262 reviews
    The Staff were very friendly, fun and helpful. Most Villagers were easy to get along with, friendly and fun. I made some good friends! 😃 Kitchen, shower and toilets kept mostly clean. The free Breakfast was good! 👍
    Ray
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £85.72
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,335 reviews
    Room we got given across the road was well sized fully self contained and well air-conditioned (as FNQ locals this is a must during January). Great self contained room with everything we needed. Recommend Bay Village we will stay again.
    Tom
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £51.43
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,355 reviews
    It’s okay if you are plan y to stay for a short term
    Cindy
    Young couple
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 105 reviews
    Deena was so friendly and helpful before our visit with information and allowing us a late checkout. The villa is beautiful, located about a 30 minute walk from the centre, very clean, well equipped and looked after. We will be hoping to stay here again in the future!
    Hannah
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £87.80
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 906 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
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 744 reviews
    Great location. Pool great. Appartment very clean and have everything you want for your holiday home.
    Sharon
    Family with young children
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 31 reviews
    clean and well maintained, perfect holiday home for families
    ARIYARATNAM
    Family with young children

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