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The 10 Best Holiday Rentals in Cairns, Australia

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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
174 reviews
Price from
£256
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.

The house was perfect for everything we needed. Clean, spacious and modern rooms. Big yard front & back - awesome for kids and/or pets. Across the road from the bus interchange and train station. Super helpful host. Will definitely stay there again.

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9.6
Exceptional
111 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.

sparkling clean, well organized, comfortable and walkable to the main places

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9
Superb
179 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
117 reviews
Price from
£110
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.

Everything! The hosts were all wonderful, room and swimming pool all set in an enchanting setting with excellent facilities, sounds of the birds were relaxing, and the breakfast supplies fresh and tasty. Absolutely loved it all !

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9.4
Superb
247 reviews
Price from
£152
per night

Cairns Luxury Waterfront Apartment is located in the Rydges Esplanade Resort complex. It boasts fantastic views out over the Great Barrier Reef and Green Island.

This spacious and modern luxury apartment has been fully renovated. The open-plan living, dining and lounge area is spacious with plenty of seating. There are 2 balconies with comfortable seating. The kitchen is fully equipped, the apartment is self contained and filled with plenty of complimentary amenities to make it a comfortable home away from home. Entertainment includes free internet, Netflix and sport equipment.

Great location with view of the ocean and across the street from the Esplanade. Clean and comfortable. Large balcony with a great view. Everything you could need is stocked in the unit including toiletries, dishwashing detergent, clothes detergent for the washer & dryer, and even bottled water and biscuits in the fridge!!

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9.2
Superb
120 reviews
Price from
£252
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.

spacious excellent amenities great view and location

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9.5
Exceptional
116 reviews
Price from
£252
per night

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.

We had Villa 5 which was very private and extremely spacious. All day sun was great, nice views out of all windows. The kitchen was amazingly well equipped and the dining area very nice. There is a huge outdoor patio with another dining area. More than we could even hope for! Stay here if you can, we can’t praise it enough.

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9.3
Superb
104 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.

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
683 reviews
Price from
£181
per night

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.

Perfect spot, so close to the wharf. Apt was great, had everything we needed.

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9.1
Superb
998 reviews
Price from
£122
per night

Most booked holiday rentals in Cairns this month

Enjoy breakfast in Cairns!

  • Estilo Bed and Breakfast
    Breakfast options

    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.

    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 179 reviews
  • Cairns Waterfront Luxury at Harbourlights
    Breakfast options

    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

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

    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

    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 111 reviews
  • Jackies City Central Apartment
    Breakfast options

    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.

    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 117 reviews
  • Cairns Rainforest Retreat
    Breakfast options

    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!

    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 247 reviews
  • Cairns Luxury Waterfront Apartment
    Breakfast options

    Cairns Luxury Waterfront Apartment is located in the Rydges Esplanade Resort complex. It boasts fantastic views out over the Great Barrier Reef and Green Island.

    very clean and comfortable. lots of room for the family.

    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 120 reviews
  • Cairns Luxury Seafront Apartment
    Breakfast options

    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!!

    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 116 reviews
  • Floriana Villas
    Breakfast options

    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

    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 104 reviews

These holiday rentals in Cairns have options with FREE cancellation

  • Cascade Gardens
    Free cancellation options available

    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

    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,455 reviews
  • Trinity Links Resort
    Free cancellation options available

    Trinity Links Resort offers a hot tub and a fitness room, as well as air-conditioned accommodation in Cairns, 6.7 km from Cairns Convention Centre.

    quiet, 3 bedrooms, lovely pool areas, tennis court

    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 183 reviews
  • BreakFree Royal Harbour
    Free cancellation options available

    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.

    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 854 reviews
  • Cairns Beach Resort
    Free cancellation options available

    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

    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 492 reviews
  • City Quays Luxury Dual Key
    Free cancellation options available

    Situated in Cairns, City Quays Luxury Dual Key features accommodation with rooftop pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive.

    Immaculately clean, central location and excellent communication by the host

    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 28 reviews
  • Cairns City Palms
    Free cancellation options available

    Cairns City Palms self-contained suites and apartments are located 20 minutes' walk from the centre of Cairns, and a 10-minute drive from Cairns Airport.5-minute walk away you will find supermarkets,...

    Muffins and coffee a nice touch with smiling staff

    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,137 reviews
  • Cairns Queenslander Hotel & Apartments
    Free cancellation options available

    Cairns Queenslander Hotel & Apartments is within easy walking distance to Cairns Esplanade waterfront .

    Spacious apartment. Nice pool area. Good location.

    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,546 reviews
  • Bay Village Tropical Retreat & Apartments
    Free cancellation options available

    Bay Village Tropical Retreat is located just 3 minutes’ walk from the Cairns Esplanade and 10 minutes’ walk from the city centre.

    It was a Huge apartment and facilities were great.

    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,335 reviews

Highly rated holiday rentals in Cairns

  • Cairns City Oasis King Bed Studio; Pool & BBQ
    8.0+ review score

    Featuring a garden, saltwater pool and pool views, Cairns City Oasis King Bed Studio; Pool & BBQ is located in Cairns. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4 reviews
  • Vision Apartments
    8.0+ review score

    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

    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 683 reviews
  • Cairns Private Apartments
    8.0+ review score

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

    Spacious and central location to everything Cairns has to offer.

    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 998 reviews
  • Waters Edge Apartment Cairns
    8.0+ review score

    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..

    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 582 reviews
  • Cairns Esplanade 2BR Waterfront Apartment Sleeps 6
    8.0+ review score

    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

    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 8 reviews
  • Sapphire Suite- Family friendly
    8.0+ review score

    Located in Cairns, 1.2 km from Cairns Convention Centre and less than 1 km from Cairns Station, Sapphire Suite- Family friendly provides accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning, an outdoor...

    Very modern, and superbly equipped. Clean and great location. Owners are very accommodating and responsive.

    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 9 reviews
  • 2BR Stylish Getaway @ Harbour Lights Cairns
    8.0+ review score

    Set in Cairns and only 700 metres from Cairns Convention Centre, 2BR Stylish Getaway @ Harbour Lights Cairns offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Lovely, well-equipped room. Beautiful view. Perfect location

    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 9 reviews
  • City Living at Harbour Lights
    8.0+ review score

    Located in Cairns, 800 metres from Cairns Convention Centre and 1.4 km from Cairns Station, City Living at Harbour Lights provides air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi.

    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 11 reviews

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Holiday rentals that guests love in Cairns

  • Avg. price/night: £71.80
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,212 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
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 896 reviews
    It’s like a small like village very small but adventurous
    Priscilla
    Family with young children
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 104 reviews
    this Vistula is very wonderful. I was on vacation with my girlfriend and we are Europeans. the apartment was completely at our disposal. we were surprised by the comfort. I advise you and all your friends to visit Florian Villa.
    Tymofii
    Young couple
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 317 reviews
    Location and quiet nights. Villa well appointed and great views of the mountains apparently pet friendly villas as well
    diana
    Solo traveller
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 896 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: £51.61
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,069 reviews
    The facilities at Mad Monkey Village are great, the kitchen and toilets are always super clean and the staff are lovely and helpful. The pool is the perfect place to relax in the afternoon and a great spot to socialise.
    Lottie
    Solo traveller
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 104 reviews
    We had an exceptionally enjoyable time at Floriana. The villa was spacious, comfortable, and well-stocked with anything and everything we needed during our stay. John and Jan were such lovely, warm and accommodating hosts. I'd recommend Floriana to anyone visiting Cairns!
    Varsha
    Young couple
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 763 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
     · 29 reviews
    clean and well maintained, perfect holiday home for families
    ARIYARATNAM
    Family with young children
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 896 reviews
    We are a family of 5 (1 teenager and 2 smaller kids) and there is something for everyone here. We had a 2 bedroom villa which had plenty of space for us, was impeccably clean and maintained and close to the pool and playgrounds. The cafe onsite did great meals and you can order online and they sms you once ready. The pools, playgrounds, hire bikes, games room, mini golf, jumping pillows… all fantastic and our kids slept like the dead!
    Stacey
    Family with young children

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