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House Cairns City
-8%
29 Aug - 5 Sept
House ∙ 7 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

200 m² House

Cairns City, Cairns Regional, Australia
$316$289
per night
Excellent(31 ratings)
stayz
$316$289
per night
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Apartment Cairns City
23 Dec - 30 Dec
Apartment ∙ 6 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

110 m² Apartment

Cairns City, Cairns Regional, Australia
$375
per night
stayz
$375
per night
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Apartment Cairns City
29 Aug - 5 Sept
Apartment ∙ 4 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

60 m² Apartment

Cairns City, Cairns Regional, Australia
$312
per night
Outstanding(1 rating)
stayz
$312
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Serviced apartment Cairns City
-27%
24 May - 31 May
Free cancellation
Serviced apartment ∙ 8 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

90 m² Serviced apartment

Cairns City, Cairns Regional, Australia
$126$92
per night
Good(1 rating)
Agoda
$126$92
per night
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Apartment Cairns City
-4%
29 Aug - 5 Sept
Apartment ∙ 4 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

Apartment

Cairns City, Cairns Regional, Australia
$189$181
per night
Excellent(31 ratings)
stayz
$189$181
per night
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House Cairns City
29 Aug - 5 Sept
House ∙ 6 guests ∙ 4 bedrooms

105 m² House

Cairns City, Cairns Regional, Australia
$384
per night
Excellent(4 ratings)
stayz
$384
per night
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House Cairns City
-8%
29 Aug - 5 Sept
House ∙ 8 guests ∙ 4 bedrooms

200 m² House

Cairns City, Cairns Regional, Australia
$396$363
per night
Outstanding(28 ratings)
stayz
$396$363
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House Cairns City
-15%
23 July - 30 July
House ∙ 10 guests ∙ 6 bedrooms

House

Cairns City, Cairns Regional, Australia
$865$734
per night
Outstanding(10 ratings)
stayz
$865$734
per night
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Apartment Cairns City
-18%
29 Aug - 5 Sept
Apartment ∙ 6 guests ∙ 4 bedrooms

120 m² Apartment

Cairns City, Cairns Regional, Australia
$521$426
per night
stayz
$521$426
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Apartment Cairns City
-30%
5 Jan - 12 Jan
Apartment ∙ 2 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

87 m² Apartment

Cairns City, Cairns Regional, Australia
$320$225
per night
Outstanding(1 rating)
stayz
$320$225
per night
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Apartment Cairns City
18 Dec - 25 Dec
Apartment ∙ 4 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

121 m² Apartment

Cairns City, Cairns Regional, Australia
$535
per night
stayz
$535
per night
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Apartment Cairns City
-25%
5 Jan - 12 Jan
Apartment ∙ 3 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

75 m² Apartment

Cairns City, Cairns Regional, Australia
$383$289
per night
Very good(3 ratings)
stayz
$383$289
per night
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Apartment Cairns City
-19%
29 Aug - 5 Sept
Apartment ∙ 2 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

60 m² Apartment

Cairns City, Cairns Regional, Australia
$327$264
per night
Outstanding(2 ratings)
stayz
$327$264
per night
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Apartment Cairns City
29 Aug - 5 Sept
Apartment ∙ 6 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

110 m² Apartment

Cairns City, Cairns Regional, Australia
$329
per night
stayz
$329
per night
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Apartment Cairns City
-25%
5 Jan - 12 Jan
Apartment ∙ 2 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

60 m² Apartment

Cairns City, Cairns Regional, Australia
$325$244
per night
stayz
$325$244
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Vacation rentals and apartments with air conditioning

Apartment  Cairns City
29 Aug - 5 Sept
$274 per night
Apartment ∙ 4 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

65 m² Apartment

5.0
Outstanding(1 rating)
Cairns City, Cairns Regional, Australia
Air conditioning
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Apartment  Cairns City
29 Aug - 5 Sept
$419 per night
Apartment ∙ 6 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

95 m² Apartment

Cairns City, Cairns Regional, Australia
Air conditioning
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House  Cairns City
29 Aug - 5 Sept
-8%
$396
$363 per night
8 guests ∙ 4 bedrooms

House

5.0
Outstanding(2 ratings)
Cairns City, Cairns Regional, Australia
Air conditioning
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Best holiday homes with a patio or terrace

House  Cairns City
29 Aug - 5 Sept
$730 per night
6 guests ∙ 4 bedrooms

House

5.0
Outstanding(8 ratings)
Cairns City, Cairns Regional, Australia
Balcony/Patio
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House  Cairns City
29 Aug - 5 Sept
$293 per night
House ∙ 6 guests ∙ 4 bedrooms

110 m² House

Cairns City, Cairns Regional, Australia
Balcony/Patio
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House  Cairns City
29 Aug - 5 Sept
$304 per night
4 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

House

4.6
Excellent(20 ratings)
Cairns City, Cairns Regional, Australia
Balcony/Patio
stayz
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Best vacation rentals with a balcony

Apartment  Cairns City
29 Aug - 5 Sept
$303 per night
Apartment ∙ 4 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

80 m² Apartment

4.8
Outstanding(4 ratings)
Cairns City, Cairns Regional, Australia
Balcony
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Apartment  Cairns City
29 Aug - 5 Sept
$500 per night
4 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

Apartment

5.0
Outstanding(4 ratings)
Cairns City, Cairns Regional, Australia
Balcony
stayz
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Apartment  Cairns City
29 Aug - 5 Sept
$296 per night
Apartment ∙ 4 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

100 m² Apartment

3.4
(3 ratings)
Cairns City, Cairns Regional, Australia
Balcony
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Serviced apartment Cairns City
7 May - 14 May
-38%
$822
$507 per night
Serviced apartment ∙ 7 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

184 m² Serviced apartment

4.2
Very good
Cairns City, Cairns Regional, Australia
Free cancellation
Agoda
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Apartment Cairns City
29 Aug - 5 Sept
-13%
$1,014
$879 per night
12 guests ∙ 6 bedrooms

Apartment

5.0
Outstanding(5 ratings)
Cairns City, Cairns Regional, Australia
stayz
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Serviced apartment Cairns City
22 Apr - 29 Apr
-24%
$306
$232 per night
Serviced apartment ∙ 6 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

401 m² Serviced apartment

4.1
Very good
Cairns City, Cairns Regional, Australia
Agoda
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Budget-friendly Accommodation in Cairns

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House Cairns City
29 Aug - 5 Sept
$424 per night
6 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

House

5.0
Outstanding(8 ratings)
Cairns City, Cairns Regional, Australia
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Apartment Cairns City
29 Aug - 5 Sept
$583 per night
Apartment ∙ 6 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

180 m² Apartment

5.0
Outstanding(2 ratings)
Cairns City, Cairns Regional, Australia
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Apartment Cairns City
29 Aug - 5 Sept
$358 per night
Apartment ∙ 4 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

100 m² Apartment

Cairns City, Cairns Regional, Australia
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Top-Rated Accommodation in Cairns

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Apartment Cairns City
29 Aug - 5 Sept
$348 per night
2 guests ∙ 1 bedroom

Apartment

4.7
Excellent(17 ratings)
Cairns City, Cairns Regional, Australia
stayz
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Apartment Cairns City
29 Aug - 5 Sept
$280 per night
4 guests ∙ 3 bedrooms

Apartment

4.9
Outstanding(12 ratings)
Cairns City, Cairns Regional, Australia
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Condo Cairns City
29 Aug - 5 Sept
$511 per night
4 guests ∙ 2 bedrooms

Condo

4.7
Excellent(8 ratings)
Cairns City, Cairns Regional, Australia
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Popular holiday rental amenities in Cairns

  • Pool (2,201)
  • Kitchen (1,861)
  • Air conditioning (2,565)
  • WiFi (2,535)
  • TV (2,241)
  • Parking (337)
  • Washing machine (1,691)
  • Pet-friendly (55)
  • Balcony/patio (1,127)
  • Dishwasher (730)
  • Microwave (1,440)
  • Hot tub (122)

Price and Availability Index in Cairns

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Holiday Rental Price Information in Cairns

The graph shows average prices of rental prices in Cairns for the next twelve months. The most expensive dates to travel to Cairns City are in October (04/10 – 11/10). You can find some of the best deals during a week of June (07/06 – 14/06). It is the cheapest week of the next 12 months.

Rental availability information in Cairns

Our availability graph helps you identify the busiest months in Cairns. The week with the least available rentals is in March (28/03 – 04/04), with only 11% of the rentals available. Conversely, it is in August (30/08 – 06/09) that the highest percentage of rentals are available.

Explore the Great Barrier Reef with Cairns holiday houses

The city of Cairns is set in a beautiful landscape against a backdrop of lush green mountains on the east coast in Far North Queensland, Australia. It's one of the most popular gateways to the Great Barrier Reef and World Heritage-listed Daintree rainforest. Boasting a rich Indigenous Australian culture and breathtakingly beautiful natural environment, it's a perfect holiday destination for visitors of all ages.

Catering for solo travellers, couples, families, and groups of friends, Cairns holiday houses are the perfect choice for visitors who want all the comforts of home while they explore this beautiful tropical city and its surroundings. You'll find everything from spacious houses & modern apartments to pet friendly accommodation and luxury holiday cottages. You can choose holiday apartments that have dramatic ocean views, private balconies and prime locations, with practical amenities such as wireless internet, spacious dining and living areas, and jacuzzis. Choose your own Cairns accommodation to enjoy sun-soaked beaches, tropical rainforests, and excursions to the Great Barrier Reef.

What are the best activities for families in Cairns?

Holidays with kids in Cairns

A fun, affordable family outing in Cairns is a visit to the Esplanade, a lovely parkland that extends along Trinity Bay, and through the city's central precinct. A stroll along the 2.5km path that meanders through the park is a great way to spend an hour or two with children, and several adventure playgrounds along the way will be sure to enhance their enjoyment. Another popular part of the Esplanade parklands is the Lagoon, a large shallow pool that is open to the public throughout the year, free of charge.

A boat trip to nearby Green Island is also a great outing for families, and kids will enjoy looking at the undersea coral on the glass bottom boat tour, playing on the sandy beaches, and snorkelling in the clear shallow water. In addition, the Cairns region boasts many wildlife parks, including the popular and long-running Hartley's Crocodile Adventures, where children can learn all about the unique species that inhabit the tropical rainforests.

What are the best places to discover the arts and culture of Cairns?

Art and culture in Cairns

The Cairns Art Gallery is located in the heart of the city and features exhibitions by local and interstate artists. It's also the venue for regular art workshops, children's classes, and occasional yoga classes. The gallery complex includes a gift shop where quality souvenirs and gifts, handmade by local artisans, are sold.

Nearby, the Cairns Museum traces the history of the city, beginning with the traditional culture of the local Indigenous people. Its exhibition spaces also display photos and artefacts from Cairns' early days as a remote colonial outpost and bustling port.

Approximately 20km north of Cairns, Tjapukai Cultural Park is a destination that will be appreciated by visitors seeking deeper insights into the lifestyle of the Tjapukai people, the traditional owners of the Cairns area. The complex features interactive displays, art galleries, storytelling, and multimedia presentations of the ancient Dreamtime narrations. Visitors also have the opportunity to learn about tribal lore and hunting methods, as well as how to gather native bush food and medicinal plants. For many people, the highlight of a visit to Tjapukai Cultural Park is experiencing traditional music, song, and dance in a corroboree ceremony.

What are the top sights in Cairns?

What to do around Cairns: reefs, rainforest, and so much more

Cairns' most popular excursion destination is the Great Barrier Reef, the largest coral reef system in the world. Numerous boat tours provide visitors with a glimpse into this unique marine environment. Some of the best local day trips are diving and snorkelling tours on the outer reef. Green Island and the Michaelmas Cay National Park are other popular destinations for reef tours.

Many visitors also enjoy a day trip to Kuranda, a beautiful rainforest village in the mountains west of the city. Approximately 28km from Cairns by road, the village can also be reached by the Kuranda Scenic Railway or the Skyrail Cableway. Kuranda is renowned for many activities, including rainforest walks through the Barron Gorge National Park, visits to local wildlife sanctuaries, and the Kuranda Markets, where many local craftspeople sell their creations.

A road trip through the scenic Atherton Tablelands is another popular excursion for visitors of all ages. Highlights include quaint villages, lush rainforest, dramatic waterfalls, and views over Cairns and the coastal plains. The spectacular Daintree National Park is also a popular day trip for visitors to the Cairns region. Located approximately 80km north of Cairns, the park is renowned for its rugged rainforested mountains meeting the Great Barrier Reef near Cape Tribulation.

Where are the unique attractions in Cairns?

Excursions and day trips from Cairns

Palm Cove Village is a favourite celebrity hangout which is home to city’s most luxurious restaurants, scenic beachfront barbecue spots, landscaped garden spots and bars. Situated just to the north of the city, its palm fringed beaches offer a glimpse of a tropical paradise.

Cairns is known as the heart of Queensland’s tropical fruit bowl and at Rusty’s Market you will find a wide range of fresh, regional produce. The market opens three days each week and has different stores selling flowers, baked goods, jewellery, clothing and deli items.

The Skyrail Rainforest Cableway starts 15km north of Cairns and takes visitors on an unforgettable journey through the pristine rainforest canopy. It provides visitors with the perfect opportunity to explore the beautiful village of Kuranda which is served by a narrow gauge railway.

The Australian Butterfly Sanctuary is home to an impressive butterfly aviary and over 2000 butterflies. It’s advisable to wear white clothing to attract the butterflies so that they will land on your shoulders. The sanctuary is the largest butterfly aviary in the southern hemisphere

Fitzroy Island is the largest Australian tropical island which is covered in rainforest and surrounded by and extensive coral reef system. The island is located 30km from Cairns City and is surrounded with white sand beaches which are ideal for snorkelling, hiking, kayaking and beachcombing.

What are the must-see attractions in Cairns?

The Best Beaches in Cairns

The Great Barrier Reef is not the only reason to visit Cairns - the coastline around this sun-soaked city offers stunning beaches where you can relax and unwind. Trinity Beach, highly popular with the locals, provides an idyllic beach experience for travellers with families. A short drive north of the city, this sheltered beach features barbeques, which are free for anyone to use.

Ranked as the best beach in Australia in 2018, Nudey Beach on Fitzroy Island is a tropical paradise. You can take a short boat ride to Fitzroy Island from Cairns Marina, and the beach itself is only a short walk from the Welcome Bay jetty where the boat docks.

A protected National Park, Nudey Beach presents a stretch of clean white sand surrounded by lush tropical rainforest vegetation. Make sure you explore the rest of Fitzroy Island too, including the Summit Walking Trail, which offers spectacular views reaching all the way to the Great Barrier Reef.

Palm Cove, a little north of Trinity Beach, is a lively spot to visit by day or by night. With its stylish restaurants and bars, Palm Cove makes for a great evening beach experience. The jetty here is often packed with local fishermen as the sun goes down.

Information about holiday rentals in Cairns

🏡 Holiday rentals available 2,665 rentals
💳 Discounts available up to 35%
🌙 Nightly prices from $40
⭐ Popular amenities Pool, Kitchen and Air conditioning
🏊 Holiday rentals with pools 2,197 properties
817,702 reviews
Cairns holiday lettings have an average rating of 4.2/5 across 817,702 reviews left by travellers.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much should I expect to pay for a holiday letting in Cairns?

Prices for Apartment rental and House rental for holidays in Cairns start at $40 per night.

How many holiday accommodation offers will I find in Cairns?

There are loads of options for holiday accommodation in Cairns, with 2,665 offers available.

What holiday rental amenities do people typically look for when visiting Cairns?

The most popular holiday letting amenity in Cairns is Pool, followed by Kitchen in second place and Air conditioning in third.

How many accommodation offers are there in Cairns?

There are 2,665 holiday rental offers in Cairns, with plenty of Apartment rental and House rental available.

Are pets permitted in holiday accommodation in Cairns?

Want to go on holiday with your dog? You'll find 55 pet-friendly holiday lettings in Cairns.

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