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1. Palm Cove Studio Apartments

Palm Cove

Edmond

CA $145 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A clear blue pool with a thatched roof structure, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

2. Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort

Woree

KYLIE

CA $151 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

3. The Palms at Palm Cove

Palm Cove

Karthik

CA $158 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 26 - Nov 27

A clear pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs, with a building in the background.

4. Cairns Beach Resort

Holloways Beach

Bianca

CA $203 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A beach with clear turquoise water, a sailboat, and palm trees.

5. On the Beach Holiday Apartments

Trinity Beach

Charlotte

CA $192 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with balconies.

6. Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

Trinity Beach

catharine

CA $191 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 6 - Dec 7

A beach with palm trees and a building in the background.

7. Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore

Palm Cove

Branko

CA $381 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 30 - Dec 1

A modern hotel with multiple balconies, a swimming pool, and a view of the sea.

8. Mantra Trilogy

Cairns Central Business District

Alison

CA $179 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 14 - Nov 15

A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by palm trees and a brick patio.

9. Tropic Towers Apartments

Cairns North

ellen

CA $146 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A spacious living area with a balcony, a bed, a sofa, and a television.

10. Piermonde Apartments - Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

Michelle

CA $303 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 8 - Dec 9

A courtyard with a pool, outdoor seating, and a Ferris wheel in the background.

11. Best Location in Cairns - Ocean Views

Cairns Central Business District

Fae S.

CA $369 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 14 - Nov 15

A balcony with a dining table and chairs, a grill, and a view of the sea.

12. Sea Point On Trinity Beach

Trinity Beach

Horst

CA $347 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 8 - Dec 9

A living room with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, a flat-screen TV, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

13. Reef Gateway Apartments

Cairns North

Greg

CA $245 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 7 - Dec 8

A clear pool surrounded by tropical plants and a chair.

14. Cascade Gardens

Cairns Central Business District

John

CA $285 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 21 - Nov 22

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

15. Southern Cross Atrium Apartments

Cairns Central Business District

Glenn

CA $205 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 3 - Dec 4

A beach with clear turquoise waters, palm trees, and a mountainous backdrop.

16. Trinity Beach Pacific

Trinity Beach

Sarah

CA $256 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 20 - Nov 21

A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, and a small kitchenette.

17. Escape On Lake

Cairns Central Business District

Mishelle

CA $173 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

A modern patio with a pool, a dining table, and chairs.

18. Blue Lagoon Villas

Trinity Beach

Joseph

CA $501 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 30 - Dec 1

A beach with clear turquoise water, surrounded by rocky terrain and dense foliage.

19. CONDO with plenty of space and very tropical.Sleeps six people.

Whitfield

Kerri E.

CA $301 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 24 - Nov 25

A view of a hotel with a pool, greenery, and a body of water in the background.

20. BreakFree Royal Harbour

Cairns Central Business District

Alison

CA $279 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 5 - Dec 6

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Top Cairns and Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Sea Point On Trinity Beach

Trinity Beach

10/10 Excellent

Anonymous traveller

A pool area with a clear view of palm trees and mountains in the background.

Crystalbrook Flynn

Cairns Central Business District

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort

Woree

10/10 Excellent

Rock

BeachView Apartments at Villa Paradiso

Palm Cove

10/10 Excellent

We only stayed here for a night as a couple, but I can see the place to be great for a week-long family vacation. The apartment is in an awesome location with easy access to the beach, shops, and restaurants. The unit itself is spacious, clean, and well-maintained, with lots of amenities needed for a family get-away. The lady who checked us in was really friendly, agreeing to move us to a suite with elevator access with a smile. We enjoyed our stay there, and our only complaint is the slow...

Anonymous traveller

The Palms at Palm Cove

Palm Cove

10/10 Excellent

Julia

A bedroom with a bed, dresser, chair, and a desk with a chair.

Floriana Boutique Hotel

Cairns North

10/10 Excellent

danielle

A modern indoor space with a dining area, seating, and a large wall with greenery.

Crystalbrook Bailey

Cairns Central Business District

10/10 Excellent

Charles

A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a large mirror, a coffee table with flowers, and artwork on the walls.

The Abbott Boutique Hotel

Cairns Central Business District

10/10 Excellent

What a hidden gem right in the heart of Cairns. Hotel’s location was excellent. Steps away from marina where all the snorkeling tours start, steps away from grocery store and all kinds of other stores, and steps away from the lagoon which is so great to relax in after any of the tours. Hotel room was modern, spacious and clean and the amenities were very appreciated. The barista coffee station where you can make yourself a great coffee and enjoy it right there sitting comfortably in chairs or...

Dariusz

A modern living room with a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a TV. It features a large window with a view of the sea.

Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Central Business District

10/10 Excellent

Sandeep

A poolside area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a clear blue pool.

Paradise on the Beach Resort - Palm Cove

Palm Cove

10/10 Excellent

Evan

A balcony with wooden flooring, two striped sofas, and a small table. It overlooks a marina with boats and a mountainous landscape.

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

10/10 Excellent

Joan

A balcony with a view of the sea, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a glass wall reflecting the interior.

Hilton Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a door leading to a balcony with a view of greenery.

Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

Earlville

10/10 Excellent

Terry

A clear pool surrounded by lush greenery and stone structures.

Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa

Palm Cove

8/10 Good

The hotel was steps from the beach. The pools were not crowded and were a nice oasis at night. Overall a wonderful experience. 3 things of note to future guests - in the twenty first century, having to pay for wifi in your room is almost insulting. The cost being 22 dollars a day is absolutely insane! The cost of breakfast was also nuts- the full buffet was 33 dollars- and it was not incredible. Another day I opted for the continental option which was still 24 dollars. The hotel is not...

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Cairns and Barrier Reef Vacation Rentals

Change your mind

Treat yourself

Be picky

Check prices for these dates

Our top choices for Cairns and Barrier Reef vacation rentals

1. Palm Cove Studio Apartments

2. Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort

3. The Palms at Palm Cove

4. Cairns Beach Resort

5. On the Beach Holiday Apartments

6. Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

7. Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore

8. Mantra Trilogy

9. Tropic Towers Apartments

10. Piermonde Apartments - Cairns

11. Best Location in Cairns - Ocean Views

12. Sea Point On Trinity Beach

13. Reef Gateway Apartments

14. Cascade Gardens

15. Southern Cross Atrium Apartments

16. Trinity Beach Pacific

17. Escape On Lake

18. Blue Lagoon Villas

19. CONDO with plenty of space and very tropical.Sleeps six people.

20. BreakFree Royal Harbour

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Top Cairns and Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Sea Point On Trinity Beach

10/10 Excellent

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