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Our top choices for Cairns vacation rentals

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

1. Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort

Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
3.5 star property
Woree
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (823 reviews)
"it was good stay."
Japan
KOSUKE
The price is CA $234
CA $259 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
A clear pool surrounded by tropical plants and a chair.

2. Cascade Gardens

Cascade Gardens
3.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (643 reviews)
"Great stay. The rooms are spacious, clean, we'll equipt, quiet. Staff is great and the location is superb."
United States
Ekaterina
The price is CA $291
CA $291 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Cascade Gardens
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

3. Southern Cross Atrium Apartments

Southern Cross Atrium Apartments
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,655 reviews)
"Great stay in central Cairns. Friendly and welcoming staff, large room in good order. I would definitely recommend this property."
Australia
Glenn
The price is CA $268
CA $295 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Southern Cross Atrium Apartments
A large, white, two-story house with a swimming pool in front.

4. Trinity Collective

Trinity Collective
3.5 star property
Trinity Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (182 reviews)
"Great stay, be aware there is no covered or shaded parking unlike most motels, inconvenient in rainy weather or summer."
Australia
Bradley
The price is CA $166
CA $183 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Trinity Collective
A modern reception area with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window with curtains.

5. Mantra Trilogy

Mantra Trilogy
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,333 reviews)
"It was close to ocean and great restaurants"
Australia
Alison
The price is CA $250
CA $250 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Mantra Trilogy
A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by palm trees and a brick patio.

6. Tropic Towers Apartments

Tropic Towers Apartments
3.5 star property
Cairns North
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (209 reviews)
"Excellent location Large apartment Great in room facilities including washer and dryer"
United Kingdom
Simon
The price is CA $167
CA $186 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Tropic Towers Apartments
A view of a hotel with a pool, greenery, and a body of water in the background.

7. BreakFree Royal Harbour

BreakFree Royal Harbour
3.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (783 reviews)
"Fantastic location. Perhaps upgrade locks to keypads so you don’t need physical keys for entry."
United States
Julie
The price is CA $306
CA $306 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
BreakFree Royal Harbour
A spacious living area with a balcony, a bed, a sofa, and a television.

8. Piermonde Apartments - Cairns

Piermonde Apartments - Cairns
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (408 reviews)
"Fantastic property very spacious would definitely stay again highly recommend "
Australia
Michelle
The price is CA $396
CA $435 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Piermonde Apartments - Cairns
A swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with balconies.

9. Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments
4.0 star property
Trinity Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (525 reviews)
"The property was great, very central amazing pool with sand and a swim up bar !"
Australia
catharine
The price is CA $183
CA $201 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments
A clear pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs, with a building in the background.

10. Cairns Beach Resort

Cairns Beach Resort
3.5 star property
Holloways Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (364 reviews)
"Nice accommodation"
Australia
Bianca
The price is CA $257
CA $283 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Cairns Beach Resort
A beach with palm trees and a building in the background.

11. Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore

Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore
5.0 star property
Palm Cove
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (560 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful staff. Beautiful gardens and apartment."
Australia
Nancy
The price is CA $446
CA $491 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore
A hotel pool area with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a multi-story building with balconies.

12. North Cove Waterfront Suites

North Cove Waterfront Suites
3.5 star property
Cairns North
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (202 reviews)
"Great location, right on the esplanade but still quiet"
Australia
Trent
The price is CA $262
CA $262 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
North Cove Waterfront Suites
A swimming pool surrounded by lush tropical vegetation and a stone waterfall.

13. Club Wyndham Cairns Trinity Links Resort

Club Wyndham Cairns Trinity Links Resort
4.0 star property
White Rock
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (28 reviews)
"The outdoor pool and spa area made the stay enjoyable, especially for the kids."
Australia
Katrina
Club Wyndham Cairns Trinity Links Resort
A beach with palm trees and lounge chairs.

14. Palm Cove Studio Apartments

Palm Cove Studio Apartments
4.0 star property
Palm Cove
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (60 reviews)
"Very spacious and comfortable accommodation in an excellent location just a short stroll to the beach and a whole host of great places to eat or just grab a coffee. The walls are a little thin but luckily we had nice quiet neighbours and overall we really enjoyed our stay. Bed was very comfortable and the pool looked lovely though we didn’t go in. Outdoor kitchen was really useful."
United Kingdom
Rachael
The price is CA $192
CA $192 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Palm Cove Studio Apartments
A beach with clear turquoise water, a sailboat, and palm trees.

15. On the Beach Holiday Apartments

On the Beach Holiday Apartments
4.0 star property
Trinity Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (567 reviews)
"Clean room, great location, would definitely stay here again"
Australia
Charlotte
The price is CA $208
CA $208 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
On the Beach Holiday Apartments
A hotel with multiple balconies, palm trees, and a sign reading "Raine&Horne."

16. Il Centro Apartment Hotel

Il Centro Apartment Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (200 reviews)
"Clean room friendly staff "
Australia
Michelle
Il Centro Apartment Hotel
A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, and a small kitchenette.

17. Escape On Lake

Escape On Lake
3.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (141 reviews)
"Great location, so close to everything. "
Australia
Mishelle
The price is CA $164
CA $180 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Escape On Lake
A balcony with two chairs, a potted plant, and a view of a parking lot and buildings.

18. Villa Vaucluse Apartments of Cairns

Villa Vaucluse Apartments of Cairns
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (15 reviews)
"Room was great location"
Australia
JEFFREY
The price is CA $209
CA $230 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Villa Vaucluse Apartments of Cairns
A patio area with a round table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a covered walkway.

19. Cairns Reef Apartments & Motel

Cairns Reef Apartments & Motel
3.5 star property
Woree
7.6 out of 10, Good, (97 reviews)
"I had a lovely stay"
United States
Athi
The price is CA $102
CA $114 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Cairns Reef Apartments & Motel
A swimming pool surrounded by a building with balconies and palm trees.

20. Oasis Inn Cairns

Oasis Inn Cairns
3.0 star property
Cairns North
7.6 out of 10, Good, (228 reviews)
"Convenient location to airport happy with hotel"
Australia
Alan
The price is CA $150
CA $150 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Oasis Inn Cairns
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Top Cairns Hotel Reviews

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

10/10 Excellent
"Quite clean and spacious. I disliked the bed having wheels. You couldn’t sit up on the bed and lean on the wall. The beds kept rolling away."
Manoa 1-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Find out more about Cairns

You always said you would go on a dream vacation someday. Now, someday is here. But you don’t just want to dip your toe into the trip of a lifetime, you want to cannon ball into the deep end. Go ahead, unplug and unwind in style. When you book one of our vacation rentals, the ordinary is in the rearview. Instead of sharing your vacation with hundreds of hotel guests, you get to take advantage of all the space at your private apartment or room. You also get to enjoy all the amenities of a private residence for a truly unique and memorable stay. Why don’t you take off your shoes and settle in for a while? Your vacation just got upgraded.

As much as you love your short-term rental, it’s always good to get out and explore to soak up . Live like a local: Eat regional food, cheer on the home team, and visit the best cultural attractions in town. No matter the season, there is always something going on in . Seeing all the best attractions is bound to make you fall in love with Cairns. Who knows, you may even be tempted to extend your vacation rental stay. There’s a reason home rentals are so popular here—after a long day of exploration, going back to your very own living room to stretch out is a dream come true.

It’s your escape so why share it? You deserve your own slice of paradise. Booking your vacation rental on Expedia is simple and safe. Just pick your dates to search for the perfect property and book securely. We let you contact the property owner directly to make any special arrangements. All that’s left to do is show up with bells on and have a memorable vacation. With all the amenities available in short-term rentals, that won’t be hard to do.

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Frequently asked questions

Are there vacation rentals in Cairns?

Yes, you can find vacation rentals in Cairns close to Cairns Esplanade Lagoon, or you can choose a more remote option if you'd like a relaxing place to stay. Visitors like the bustling marina and lush rainforest in Cairns. Make sure you allow time to enjoy the beautiful coral reefs during your vacation.

What are some of the best vacation home rentals that Cairns has to offer?

Casa Bella Vista - Luxury Beachfront Home near Great Barrier Reef: This highly rated vacation home rental in Cairns is located on the beach and has an outdoor pool, a balcony, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 6 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family. It offers a garden, a selection of games, and a hot tub so you can immerse yourself in your vacation. Some other homes for rent in Cairns include Belle Escapes Beach Edge and COCONUT and LIME @ PALM COVE.

How many vacation rentals will I find in Cairns?

With 313 Expedia vacation rentals, you're sure to find just the right place for your Cairns stay.

What’s there to see and do in Cairns?

Enjoy the outdoors at Cairns Esplanade Lagoon and Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland, or simply take in cultural attractions like Australian Armour and Artillery Museum and Cairns Museum. While here, Cairns Night Markets and Reef Hotel Casino are other places worth a visit.

What’s a vacation rental in Cairns like?

A vacation rental is a private property where you can stay for a long or short time in Cairns. Vacation rentals feature extras such as patios, hot tubs, and fire pits so you'll have everything you need. If you're concerned about cleanliness, vacation rentals can provide a sense of seclusion away from shared hotel elevators and busy lobbies while still allowing you the experience of travel. You'll also get more space in a vacation rental than in a hotel, which makes a vacation rental an attractive choice for family trips or small group gatherings.