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Our top choices for Cairns and Barrier Reef vacation rentals

A balcony with a dining table and chairs, a grill, and a view of the sea.

1. 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
$254 nightly
The price is $254
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Total with taxes and fees
Sea Point On Trinity Beach
A swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lush greenery and a building with balconies.

2. 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
$139 nightly
The price is $153
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Total with taxes and fees
Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments
A clear blue pool with a thatched roof structure, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

3. Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort

Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
3.5 star property
Woree
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (824 reviews)
"We loved the holiday family activities!! Thanks for a great stay! Waterslides were a hit!"
Australia
Jessica
$93 nightly
The price is $103
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Total with taxes and fees
Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

4. Drift Palm Cove

Drift Palm Cove
4.0 star property
Palm Cove
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (895 reviews)
"Great resort, very relaxing area."
Australia
Keith
$260 nightly
The price is $260
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Total with taxes and fees
Drift Palm Cove
A large, white, two-story house with a swimming pool in front.

5. Trinity Collective

Trinity Collective
3.5 star property
Trinity Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (186 reviews)
"Beautiful property, very clean and well maintained."
Australia
Shauna
$129 nightly
The price is $143
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Total with taxes and fees
Trinity Collective
A modern reception area with a reception desk, seating area, and a large window with curtains.

6. 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
$159 nightly
The price is $159
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Total with taxes and fees
Mantra Trilogy
A clear pool surrounded by tropical plants and a chair.

7. Cascade Gardens

Cascade Gardens
3.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (644 reviews)
"Great stay. The rooms are spacious, clean, we'll equipt, quiet. Staff is great and the location is superb."
United States
Ekaterina
$204 nightly
The price is $204
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
Cascade Gardens
A beach with clear turquoise water, a sailboat, and palm trees.

8. 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
$143 nightly
The price is $143
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
On the Beach Holiday Apartments
A view of a hotel with a pool, greenery, and a body of water in the background.

9. BreakFree Royal Harbour

BreakFree Royal Harbour
3.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (784 reviews)
"Fantastic location. Perhaps upgrade locks to keypads so you don’t need physical keys for entry."
United States
Julie
$184 nightly
The price is $202
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Total with taxes and fees
BreakFree Royal Harbour
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, (560 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful staff. Beautiful gardens and apartment."
Australia
Nancy
$317 nightly
The price is $348
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore
A clear pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs, with a building in the background.

11. Cairns Beach Resort

Cairns Beach Resort
3.5 star property
Holloways Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (364 reviews)
"Nice accommodation"
Australia
Bianca
$164 nightly
The price is $180
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Total with taxes and fees
Cairns Beach Resort
A spacious living area with a balcony, a bed, a sofa, and a television.

12. Piermonde Apartments - Cairns

Piermonde Apartments - Cairns
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (408 reviews)
"Fantastic property very spacious would definitely stay again highly recommend "
Australia
Michelle
$193 nightly
The price is $213
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Total with taxes and fees
Piermonde Apartments - Cairns
Courtyard

13. The Palms at Palm Cove

The Palms at Palm Cove
4.0 star property
Palm Cove
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (87 reviews)
"Quiet and close to the beaches. Relaxing and close to dining options."
United States
Karthik
$124 nightly
The price is $137
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Total with taxes and fees
The Palms at Palm Cove
A beach with palm trees and lounge chairs.

14. 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
$111 nightly
The price is $111
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Total with taxes and fees
Palm Cove Studio Apartments
A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by palm trees and a brick patio.

15. 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
$117 nightly
The price is $129
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Tropic Towers Apartments
A patio area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush tropical plants.

16. City Terraces Cairns

City Terraces Cairns
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (145 reviews)
"Quiet property a little bit out of town. Lovely staff and nice pool. Only problem with the room was floors not as clean as they could be."
Australia
Jennifer
$206 nightly
The price is $228
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
City Terraces 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
$163 nightly
The price is $179
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Total with taxes and fees
Reef Gateway Apartments
A beach with clear turquoise waters, palm trees, and a mountainous backdrop.

18. 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
$156 nightly
The price is $173
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.

19. 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
$173 nightly
The price is $191
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Total with taxes and fees
Villa Vaucluse Apartments of Cairns
A hotel with multiple balconies, palm trees, and a sign reading "Raine&Horne."

20. Il Centro Apartment Hotel

Il Centro Apartment Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (200 reviews)
"Clean room friendly staff "
Australia
Michelle
$168 nightly
The price is $186
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
Il Centro Apartment Hotel
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Top Cairns and Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

8/10 Good
"Great place to stay and buffet breakfast was amazing! but the building is dated and shower head and screen was basic"
Caitlin 3-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

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