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Our top choices for Cairns and Barrier Reef vacation rentals

A large, white, two-story house with a swimming pool in front.

1. Trinity Collective

Trinity Collective
3.5 star property
Trinity Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (183 reviews)
"Great stay, be aware there is no covered or shaded parking unlike most motels, inconvenient in rainy weather or summer."
Australia
Bradley
$116 nightly
The price is $129
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
Trinity Collective
A clear pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs, with a building in the background.

2. Cairns Beach Resort

Cairns Beach Resort
3.5 star property
Holloways Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (364 reviews)
"Nice accommodation"
Australia
Bianca
$180 nightly
The price is $198
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Total with taxes and fees
Cairns Beach Resort
A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by palm trees and a brick patio.

3. 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
$119 nightly
The price is $132
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Total with taxes and fees
Tropic Towers Apartments
A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, and a small kitchenette.

4. 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
$106 nightly
The price is $118
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees
Escape On Lake
A beach with clear turquoise water, a sailboat, and palm trees.

5. 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
$149 nightly
The price is $149
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
On the Beach Holiday Apartments
A swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with balconies.

6. 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
$135 nightly
The price is $149
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

7. The Palms at Palm Cove

The Palms at Palm Cove
4.0 star property
Palm Cove
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (86 reviews)
"Quiet and close to the beaches. Relaxing and close to dining options."
United States
Karthik
$115 nightly
The price is $128
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Total with taxes and fees
The Palms at Palm Cove
A clear blue pool with a thatched roof structure, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

8. 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
$164 nightly
The price is $182
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Total with taxes and fees
Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
A balcony with two chairs, a potted plant, and a view of a parking lot and buildings.

9. 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
$148 nightly
The price is $163
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
Villa Vaucluse Apartments of Cairns
A patio area with a round table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a covered walkway.

10. 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
$72 nightly
The price is $81
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
Cairns Reef Apartments & Motel
A modern reception area with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window with curtains.

11. 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
$177 nightly
The price is $177
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Mantra Trilogy
An aerial view of a coastal resort with a large pool area, beachfront promenade, and surrounding greenery.

12. Inner City One Bedroom Apartment with Pool View 22

Inner City One Bedroom Apartment with Pool View 22
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Very good value for money. Excellent kitchen supply, comfy furniture, good wifi, withik close walking distance of most things. Dull view, but open space and no noise from street. "
Denmark
Anonymous traveler
Inner City One Bedroom Apartment with Pool View 22
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

13. Southern Cross Atrium Apartments

Southern Cross Atrium Apartments
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,656 reviews)
"Great stay in central Cairns. Friendly and welcoming staff, large room in good order. I would definitely recommend this property."
Australia
Glenn
$190 nightly
The price is $209
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Southern Cross Atrium Apartments
A hotel pool area with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a multi-story building with balconies.

14. 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
$185 nightly
The price is $185
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Total with taxes and fees
North Cove Waterfront Suites
A small pond with a wooden bench and surrounding plants.

15. Walk to Cairns City! - Two Bed, Two Bath, Laundry, Pool

Walk to Cairns City! - Two Bed, Two Bath, Laundry, Pool
Cairns North
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (37 reviews)
"This stay in Cairns was perfect for us. The location was great (only a short walk from shops and restaurants) and had a great view of flying foxes at dusk!"
United States
Ellen B.
$211 nightly
The price is $211
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Walk to Cairns City! - Two Bed, Two Bath, Laundry, Pool
A living room with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, a flat-screen TV, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

16. Reef Gateway Apartments

Reef Gateway Apartments
4.0 star property
Cairns North
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (19 reviews)
"Really good place to stay especially for the price. Would definitely recommend"
Australia
Jean
$166 nightly
The price is $186
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Reef Gateway Apartments
A clear pool surrounded by tropical plants and a chair.

17. 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
$206 nightly
The price is $206
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Total with taxes and fees
Cascade Gardens
A resort pool with clear water, surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.

18. Lux Resort - 9 Pools Gym Free Parking

Lux Resort - 9 Pools Gym Free Parking
2.5 star property
Westcourt
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
$316 nightly
The price is $348
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Lux Resort - 9 Pools Gym Free Parking
A beach with clear turquoise waters, palm trees, and a mountainous backdrop.

19. Trinity Beach Pacific

Trinity Beach Pacific
3.5 star property
Trinity Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (174 reviews)
"Our family had a fantastic stay! "
Australia
Sarah
$154 nightly
The price is $171
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Total with taxes and fees
Trinity Beach Pacific
A balcony with a dining table and chairs, a grill, and a view of the sea.

20. Sea Point On Trinity Beach

Sea Point On Trinity Beach
4.5 star property
Trinity Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (211 reviews)
"Property was perfect, immaculately clean and located across the road from the ocean."
Australia
Steven
$243 nightly
The price is $243
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
Sea Point On Trinity Beach
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Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

8/10 Good
"The staff are terrific"
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Cairns Harbourside Hotel

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