How much does a holiday rental in Cairns cost?

Cairns holiday rentals are £109/night on average. However, you may find that prices fluctuate depending on the time of year. For example, August is the most expensive month to book a holiday rental in Cairns, and December is often the cheapest month to book. Recently, our users found rentals for £22/night - which is currently the cheapest price. Keep in mind that anything £96/night or less is still considered a good deal.

What is the best Cairns holiday rental?

While there may be other great holiday rentals in Cairns to choose from, Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments is currently considered the best, based on 1,607 HotelsCombined reviews and an average rating of 8.5/10.

What’s the closest holiday rental to Cairns Airport?

If you’re looking for Cairns holiday rentals that are close to Cairns Airport, then the nearest one is Bay Village Tropical Retreat & Apartments which is 2.1 mi away.

What part of Cairns is best to stay in?

Consider staying in Cairns CBD when looking for Cairns holiday rentals. Cairns CBD is the most popular neighbourhood in the city according to our users. In fact, out of all users who looked for holiday rentals in Cairns in the past year, 92% of them searched for rentals in Cairns CBD. If it’s available, we recommend staying at the Southern Cross Atrium Apartments, a HotelsCombined favourite when it comes to holiday rentals in Cairns’s Cairns CBD neighbourhood.

What’s the most popular holiday rental in Cairns near Cairns Esplanade?

While there may be several Cairns holiday rentals near Cairns Esplanade, Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments happens to be the most popular among our users. Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments has a current rating of 8.5 from 1,607 HotelsCombined travellers. Cairns Esplanade is also conveniently located just 0.2 mi from this holiday rental.

Are there Cairns holiday rentals with “Kitchen/kitchenette” listed as an amenity?

Yes, there are holiday rentals in Cairns with “Kitchen/kitchenette” as a listed amenity. According to our data, 3 rentals offer this popular amenity in the Cairns area. The Mantra Trilogy Cairns is a popular holiday rental among HotelsCombined users who are looking for this particular perk.

Are there any Resort holiday rentals in Cairns?

If you’re looking to book a Resort holiday rental in Cairns, then you have 20 to choose from. We recommend looking at Bohemia Resort Cairns as it’s currently the most popular Resort rental among our users.

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What is the cheapest month to book a vacation rental in Cairns?

The cheapest month to book a vacation rental in Cairns is April (£72). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Cairns is May (£140).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a vacation rental in Cairns?

The cheapest day to stay in Cairns is Sunday (£118). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Tuesday, when the average nightly price is £196.

How far ahead should you book a vacation rental in Cairns?

Save money by booking a vacation rental at least 83 days before your trip to Cairns. The lowest price found when booking 83 days ahead was £89 per night.

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Bay Village Tropical Retreat & Apartments

227 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

0.6 mi from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

£70

Avg. per night

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Travel insights for holiday rentals in Cairns

What is the cheapest month to book a vacation rental in Cairns?

The cheapest month to book a vacation rental in Cairns is April (£72). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Cairns is May (£140).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a vacation rental in Cairns?

The cheapest day to stay in Cairns is Sunday (£118). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Tuesday, when the average nightly price is £196.

How far ahead should you book a vacation rental in Cairns?

Save money by booking a vacation rental at least 83 days before your trip to Cairns. The lowest price found when booking 83 days ahead was £89 per night.

Cheapest holiday rentals in Cairns, Australia

Currently, these are the lowest-priced holiday rentals in Cairns we've come across for the dates selected. As prices can vary by date, change the dates if you're flexible to compare rates.

Other accommodation in Cairns

Find the perfect holiday rental for your stay in Cairns. There are 634 hotels in Cairns and price data was last updated on 18 September 2026. The average price for a hotel in Cairns is £103/night.

Where to stay in Cairns

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Cairns to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 18 September 2026.

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How much does a holiday rental in Cairns cost?

What is the best Cairns holiday rental?

What’s the closest holiday rental to Cairns Airport?

What part of Cairns is best to stay in?

What’s the most popular holiday rental in Cairns near Cairns Esplanade?

Are there Cairns holiday rentals with “Kitchen/kitchenette” listed as an amenity?

Are there any Resort holiday rentals in Cairns?

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