How much does a vacation rental in Cairns cost?

Cairns vacation rentals are C$ 211/night on average. However, you may find that prices fluctuate depending on the time of year. For example, February is the most expensive month to book a vacation rental in Cairns, and November is often the cheapest month to book. Recently, our users found rentals for C$ 34/night - which is currently the cheapest price. Keep in mind that anything C$ 168/night or less is still considered a good deal.

What is the best Cairns vacation rental?

Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows has a 9.1 rating from 521 users, making it the best Cairns vacation rental based on our data.

What’s the closest vacation rental to Cairns Airport?

It’s only 3.4 km from Cairns Airport to Bay Village Tropical Retreat & Apartments (the nearest Cairns vacation rental to the airport).

What part of Cairns is best to stay in?

Cairns CBD is the best part of Cairns to stay in based on our user data. Out of all our users who looked at Cairns vacation rentals, 87% of them looked for stays in the Cairns CBD neighbourhood in the last year. The Southern Cross Atrium Apartments happens to be the most popular vacation rental in the Cairns CBD neighbourhood of Cairns.

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

If you’re looking for a vacation rental close to Cairns Esplanade while in Cairns, then the most popular is Bay Village Tropical Retreat & Apartments with a 7.5/10 review score from 1,575 users. The distance from Cairns Esplanade to Bay Village Tropical Retreat & Apartments is 0.9 km.

Are there Cairns vacation rentals with “Pool” listed as an amenity?

You’re in luck! 2 Cairns vacation rentals mention “Pool” under their list of amenities. The Bay Village Tropical Retreat & Apartments is the most popular vacation rental in Cairns that features this amenity.

Are there any Aparthotel vacation rentals in Cairns?

Yes, there are 15 Aparthotel vacation rentals in Cairns. According to our data, Il Palazzo Holiday Apartments is currently the most popular Aparthotel rental in the city.

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Travel insights for vacation rentals in Cairns

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a vacation rental in Cairns including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

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

The cheapest month to book a vacation rental in Cairns is March (C$ 201). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Cairns is February (C$ 445).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Cairns is Friday (C$ 250). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Sunday, when the average nightly price is C$ 390.

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

Save money by booking a vacation rental at least 24 days before your trip to Cairns. The lowest price found when booking 24 days ahead was C$ 112 per night.

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Cheapest vacation rentals in Cairns, Australia

These Cairns properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.

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Oasis Inn Apartments

Cairns, QLD, Australia

1.8 km from city centre

Air Conditioning

C$ 109

Avg. per night

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Bay Village Tropical Retreat & Apartments

Cairns, QLD, Australia

1.0 km from city centre

Air Conditioning

C$ 137

Avg. per night

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Central Plaza Apartments

Cairns, QLD, Australia

1.4 km from city centre

Air Conditioning

C$ 159

Avg. per night

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Inn Cairns Boutique Apartments

Cairns, QLD, Australia

0.4 km from city centre

Air Conditioning

C$ 160

Avg. per night

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Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows

Cairns, QLD, Australia

25.6 km from city centre

Air Conditioning

C$ 167

Avg. per night

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Piermonde Apartments Cairns

Cairns, QLD, Australia

0.8 km from city centre

Air Conditioning

C$ 344

Avg. per night

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Other accommodations in Cairns

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Motel Nomad

314 Mulgrave Road, Cairns, QLD, Australia

2.7 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

C$ 91

Avg. per night

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Comfort Inn Cairns City

183-185 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

0.7 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Air Conditioning

C$ 114

Avg. per night

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Tradewinds McLeod Holiday Apartments

Cairns, QLD, Australia

1.6 km from city centre

Air Conditioning

C$ 175

Avg. per night

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Ryan's Rest Boutique Accommodation

18 Terminus Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

0.5 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

C$ 140

Avg. per night

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Cairns Queenslander Hotel & Apartments

267 Lake Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

1.5 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

C$ 149

Avg. per night

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Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

274 Draper Street, Cairns, QLD, Australia

0.6 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

Airport shuttle

C$ 36

Avg. per night

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Travellers Oasis

8 Scott St, Cairns, QLD, Australia

0.5 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

C$ 44

Avg. per night

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Where to stay in Cairns

Scroll to and zoom in on the areas in Cairns you plan on visiting to find nearby properties. Users can click on a vacation rental's name to find more information about it, such as price, reviews, and amenities, and also find different deals for the property.

Facts about staying in Cairns

How much does a vacation rental in Cairns cost?
Cairns vacation rentals are C$ 211/night on average. However, you may find that prices fluctuate depending on the time of year. For example, February is the most expensive month to book a vacation rental in Cairns, and November is often the cheapest month to book. Recently, our users found rentals for C$ 34/night - which is currently the cheapest price. Keep in mind that anything C$ 168/night or less is still considered a good deal.
What is the best Cairns vacation rental?
Ellis Beach Oceanfront Bungalows has a 9.1 rating from 521 users, making it the best Cairns vacation rental based on our data.
What’s the closest vacation rental to Cairns Airport?
It’s only 3.4 km from Cairns Airport to Bay Village Tropical Retreat & Apartments (the nearest Cairns vacation rental to the airport).
What part of Cairns is best to stay in?
Cairns CBD is the best part of Cairns to stay in based on our user data. Out of all our users who looked at Cairns vacation rentals, 87% of them looked for stays in the Cairns CBD neighbourhood in the last year. The Southern Cross Atrium Apartments happens to be the most popular vacation rental in the Cairns CBD neighbourhood of Cairns.
What’s the most popular vacation rental in Cairns near Cairns Esplanade?
If you’re looking for a vacation rental close to Cairns Esplanade while in Cairns, then the most popular is Bay Village Tropical Retreat & Apartments with a 7.5/10 review score from 1,575 users. The distance from Cairns Esplanade to Bay Village Tropical Retreat & Apartments is 0.9 km.
Are there Cairns vacation rentals with “Pool” listed as an amenity?
You’re in luck! 2 Cairns vacation rentals mention “Pool” under their list of amenities. The Bay Village Tropical Retreat & Apartments is the most popular vacation rental in Cairns that features this amenity.
Are there any Aparthotel vacation rentals in Cairns?
Yes, there are 15 Aparthotel vacation rentals in Cairns. According to our data, Il Palazzo Holiday Apartments is currently the most popular Aparthotel rental in the city.

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Travel insights for vacation rentals in Cairns

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a vacation rental in Cairns including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

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

The cheapest month to book a vacation rental in Cairns is March (C$ 201). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Cairns is February (C$ 445).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Cairns is Friday (C$ 250). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Sunday, when the average nightly price is C$ 390.

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

Save money by booking a vacation rental at least 24 days before your trip to Cairns. The lowest price found when booking 24 days ahead was C$ 112 per night.

Cheapest vacation rentals in Cairns, Australia

These Cairns properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.

Other accommodations in Cairns

Find the perfect vacation rental for your stay in Cairns. There are 662 hotels in Cairns and price data was last updated on 25 August 2025. The average price for a hotel in Cairns is C$ 210/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 25 August 2025.

Scroll to and zoom in on the areas in Cairns you plan on visiting to find nearby properties. Users can click on a vacation rental's name to find more information about it, such as price, reviews, and amenities, and also find different deals for the property.

Facts about staying in Cairns

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How much does a vacation rental in Cairns cost?

What is the best Cairns vacation rental?

What’s the closest vacation rental to Cairns Airport?

What part of Cairns is best to stay in?

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

Are there Cairns vacation rentals with “Pool” listed as an amenity?

Are there any Aparthotel vacation rentals in Cairns?

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Travel insights for vacation rentals in Cairns

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a vacation rental in Cairns including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

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

The cheapest month to book a vacation rental in Cairns is March (C$ 201). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Cairns is February (C$ 445).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Cairns is Friday (C$ 250). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Sunday, when the average nightly price is C$ 390.

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

Save money by booking a vacation rental at least 24 days before your trip to Cairns. The lowest price found when booking 24 days ahead was C$ 112 per night.

Cheapest vacation rentals in Cairns, Australia

These Cairns properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.

Other accommodations in Cairns

Find the perfect vacation rental for your stay in Cairns. There are 662 hotels in Cairns and price data was last updated on 25 August 2025. The average price for a hotel in Cairns is C$ 210/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 25 August 2025.

Scroll to and zoom in on the areas in Cairns you plan on visiting to find nearby properties. Users can click on a vacation rental's name to find more information about it, such as price, reviews, and amenities, and also find different deals for the property.

Facts about staying in Cairns

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Cairns to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 25 August 2025.

How much does a vacation rental in Cairns cost?

What is the best Cairns vacation rental?

What’s the closest vacation rental to Cairns Airport?

What part of Cairns is best to stay in?

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

Are there Cairns vacation rentals with “Pool” listed as an amenity?

Are there any Aparthotel vacation rentals in Cairns?

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