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Our top choices for Cairns and Barrier Reef 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, (826 reviews)
"We loved the holiday family activities!! Thanks for a great stay! Waterslides were a hit!"
Australia
Jessica
$84 nightly
The price is $93
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Total with taxes and fees
Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
A large, white, two-story house with a swimming pool in front.

2. Trinity Collective

Trinity Collective
3.5 star property
Trinity Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (187 reviews)
"Beautiful property, very clean and well maintained."
Australia
Shauna
$138 nightly
The price is $152
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Total with taxes and fees
Trinity Collective
A swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with balconies.

3. Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments
4.0 star property
Trinity Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (526 reviews)
"The property was great, very central amazing pool with sand and a swim up bar !"
Australia
catharine
$132 nightly
The price is $145
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments
A clear pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs, with a building in the background.

4. Cairns Beach Resort

Cairns Beach Resort
3.5 star property
Holloways Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (365 reviews)
"Nice accommodation"
Australia
Bianca
$162 nightly
The price is $178
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Total with taxes and fees
Cairns Beach Resort
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, (568 reviews)
"Clean room, great location, would definitely stay here again"
Australia
Charlotte
$140 nightly
The price is $140
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Total with taxes and fees
On the Beach Holiday Apartments
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
$116 nightly
The price is $128
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Tropic Towers Apartments
A beach with palm trees and lounge chairs.

7. Palm Cove Studio Apartments

Palm Cove Studio Apartments
4.0 star property
Palm Cove
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (62 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
$119 nightly
The price is $119
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
Palm Cove Studio Apartments
A courtyard with a pool, outdoor seating, and a Ferris wheel in the background.

8. Best Location in Cairns - Ocean Views

Best Location in Cairns - Ocean Views
Cairns Central Business District
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (79 reviews)
"Great location."
Canada
Fae S.
$279 nightly
The price is $279
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Best Location in Cairns - Ocean Views
Courtyard

9. The Palms at Palm Cove

The Palms at Palm Cove
4.0 star property
Palm Cove
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (89 reviews)
"Quiet and close to the beaches. Relaxing and close to dining options."
United States
Karthik
$103 nightly
The price is $115
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Total with taxes and fees
The Palms at Palm Cove
A beach with palm trees and a building in the background.

10. Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore

Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore
5.0 star property
Palm Cove
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (561 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful staff. Beautiful gardens and apartment."
Australia
Nancy
$274 nightly
The price is $302
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Total with taxes and fees
Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore
A spacious living area with a balcony, a bed, a sofa, and a television.

11. Piermonde Apartments - Cairns

Piermonde Apartments - Cairns
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (409 reviews)
"Fantastic property very spacious would definitely stay again highly recommend "
Australia
Michelle
$171 nightly
The price is $188
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Piermonde Apartments - Cairns
A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

12. Drift Palm Cove

Drift Palm Cove
4.0 star property
Palm Cove
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (898 reviews)
"Great resort, very relaxing area."
Australia
Keith
$173 nightly
The price is $173
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Total with taxes and fees
Drift Palm Cove
A balcony with a dining table and chairs, a grill, and a view of the sea.

13. 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
$255 nightly
The price is $255
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
Sea Point On Trinity Beach
A modern reception area with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window with curtains.

14. Mantra Trilogy

Mantra Trilogy
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,335 reviews)
"It was close to ocean and great restaurants"
Australia
Alison
$160 nightly
The price is $160
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Mantra Trilogy
A beach with clear turquoise waters, palm trees, and a mountainous backdrop.

15. Trinity Beach Pacific

Trinity Beach Pacific
3.5 star property
Trinity Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (175 reviews)
"Our family had a fantastic stay! "
Australia
Sarah
$158 nightly
The price is $175
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Trinity Beach Pacific
A balcony with two chairs, a potted plant, and a view of a parking lot and buildings.

16. Villa Vaucluse Apartments of Cairns

Villa Vaucluse Apartments of Cairns
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (16 reviews)
"Room was great location"
Australia
JEFFREY
$177 nightly
The price is $195
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Total with taxes and fees
Villa Vaucluse Apartments of Cairns
A living room with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, a flat-screen TV, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

17. 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
$151 nightly
The price is $168
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
Reef Gateway Apartments
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)
$323 nightly
The price is $355
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
Lux Resort - 9 Pools Gym Free Parking
A clear pool surrounded by tropical plants and a chair.

19. Cascade Gardens

Cascade Gardens
3.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (648 reviews)
"Great stay. The rooms are spacious, clean, we'll equipt, quiet. Staff is great and the location is superb."
United States
Ekaterina
$205 nightly
The price is $205
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Total with taxes and fees
Cascade Gardens
A modern patio with a pool, a dining table, and chairs.

20. Blue Lagoon Villas

Blue Lagoon Villas
4.0 star property
Trinity Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Well appointed, clean."
Australia
Joseph
$360 nightly
The price is $360
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
Blue Lagoon Villas
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Top Cairns and Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Mantra Esplanade

Mantra Esplanade

10/10 Excellent
"Terrific stay. Excellent location - close to restaurants & shops. Will love to stay there again."
Bronwyn 3-night trip
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Mantra Esplanade

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