How much does a vacation rental in Cairns cost?

Cairns vacation rentals are C$ 204/night on average. However, you may find that prices fluctuate depending on the time of year. For example, October is the most expensive month to book a vacation rental in Cairns, and August is often the cheapest month to book. Recently, our users found rentals for C$ 30/night - which is currently the cheapest price. Keep in mind that anything C$ 173/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 501 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, 81% 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 1,487 users. The distance from Cairns Esplanade to Bay Village Tropical Retreat & Apartments is 0.9 km.

Are there Cairns vacation rentals with “Kitchen/Kitchenette” listed as an amenity?

You’re in luck! 2 Cairns vacation rentals mention “Kitchen/Kitchenette” 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 Motel vacation rentals in Cairns?

Yes, there are 11 Motel vacation rentals in Cairns. According to our data, Cairns Queens Court is currently the most popular Motel rental in the city.

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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 August (C$ 164). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Cairns is October (C$ 632).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Cairns is Thursday (C$ 184). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Monday, when the average nightly price is C$ 434.

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

Save money by booking a vacation rental at least 42 days before your trip to Cairns. The lowest price found when booking 42 days ahead was C$ 80 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$ 87

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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 August (C$ 164). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Cairns is October (C$ 632).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Cairns is Thursday (C$ 184). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Monday, when the average nightly price is C$ 434.

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

Save money by booking a vacation rental at least 42 days before your trip to Cairns. The lowest price found when booking 42 days ahead was C$ 80 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 622 hotels in Cairns and price data was last updated on 24 April 2025. The average price for a hotel in Cairns is C$ 204/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 24 April 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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