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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, clean, the best location in town and it has washing machine and dryer. Helpful and accommodating staff members

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9.1
Superb
1,004 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
173 reviews
Price from
£227
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
£146
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
185 reviews
Price from
£39
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

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
119 reviews
Price from
£202
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
106 reviews
Price from
£115
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.

Fantastic accommodations and location. The staff were fantastic. Our favorite place we stayed on a 2.5 week trip to Australia and New Zealand.

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9
Superb
697 reviews
Price from
£183
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.

Large clean unit close to everything.

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9.3
Superb
577 reviews
Price from
£230
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

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  • Estilo Bed and Breakfast
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 185 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
     · 1,003 reviews

    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.

  • 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
     · 118 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 Waterfront Apartment
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 119 reviews

    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.

  • 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
     · 698 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
     · 577 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

  • Cairns Waterfront Luxury at Harbourlights
    Free cancellation options available
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 173 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

  • Cascade Gardens
    Free cancellation options available
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,480 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
     · 156 reviews

    Tasman Holiday Parks - Cairns Cool Waters has a hot tub and air-conditioned guest accommodation in Cairns, 8.4 km from Cairns Station, 10 km from Cairns Convention Centre and 6.1 km from Cairns...

    It was really great, comfortable, thumbs up perfect.

  • A Taste of the Tropics
    Free cancellation options available
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 105 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
     · 185 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
     · 273 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
     · 852 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.

  • Villa Vaucluse Apartments
    Free cancellation options available
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 204 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

Highly rated holiday rentals in Cairns

  • Cairns Beach Resort
    8.0+ review score
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 489 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

  • Zion Escapes Cairns City Waters Edge Family Apartment
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 21 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Zion Escapes Cairns City Waters Edge Family Apartment is set in Cairns.

    The unit was wonderful, organized, cleaned and very generous owner😘👍😍

  • 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

  • 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

  • The Loft Cairns
    8.0+ review score
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 7 reviews

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, The Loft Cairns is set in Cairns. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

  • Sapphire Suite- Family friendly
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 9 reviews

    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.

  • City Living at Harbour Lights
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 12 reviews

    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.

  • 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

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Holiday rentals that guests love in Cairns

  • Avg. price/night: £122.13
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 204 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: £52.19
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,250 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
     · 905 reviews
    It’s like a small like village very small but adventurous
    Priscilla
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £52.19
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,250 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: £86.12
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,331 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: £72.55
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,339 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
     · 106 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
  • 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
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 749 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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