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Total holiday rentals
Explore 300 holiday rentals in Cairns City

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Cairns City holiday rentals start at $34 NZD per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly holiday rentals
130 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities

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Find 10 rentals that welcome pets

Holiday rentals with a pool
270 properties feature pools

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
110 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
290 of Cairns City holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Cairns City rentals

4.8 Average rating
Cairns City stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
Top-rated apartment rentals in Cairns City
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Fabulously Positioned CBD 1 Bedroom Unit with Pool
The ideal holiday hideaway or great for longer term stays for professionals, who want to be away from the hustle and bustle yet have everything on their doorstep. This 1 bed self contained apartment in a small cosy secure complex has the convenience of all amenities at your disposal, and is just a short stroll to local shops, eateries, the CBD, Cairns Central Shopping Centre, and the restaurants and bars of Cairns Esplanade. Both private and public hospitals are also 10-15 mins walk away.
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The Reef Retreat | Waterfront by Reef Terminal
Positioned above the Cairns Reef Terminal within the Waterfront Precinct, this spacious ninth-floor one-bedroom apartment offers an ideal base for exploring tropical North Queensland. The complex includes a pool, sauna, BBQ facilities, and outdoor dining areas, with Cairns’ best restaurants and cafés just downstairs on the boardwalk. After a day exploring the Reef or Rainforest, relax on the balcony with a drink and take in wide-open views across Trinity Inlet and the hinterland beyond.
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Exclusive 2bed Apt Cairns Marina
Beautiful renovated 2-bedroom apartment in the unparalleled location of Cairns Marlin Marina. This stylish apartment, nestled in a tranquil corner of the iconic Harbour Lights, offers privacy, natural light and 5-star amenities offered by Sebel Harbour Lights Hotel. Minutes away from a vibrant boardwalk of cafes and award-winning restaurants, and in walking distance to supermarkets, art galleries, Cairns Museum, Cairns Central Shopping Centre and the Great Barrier Reef ferry terminal.
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Stunning Waterfront Apartment in 5-star Complex
This beautifully presented stylish apartment is located on the 3rd floor of Harbour Lights complex hotel-wing. Flat screen TV to lounge and bedroom as well, modern functional kitchen with all the appliances you might need, including dishwasher. King-size bed in the bedroom plus comfortable sofa bed in lounge if needed/required. Stunning views, privacy, comfort and absolute blue-chip location with all the best restaurants, cafes, Reef Terminal, shops being within an arm's reach.
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Coral Sea Penthouse - Ocean Views. On Esplanade
Penthouse Level apartment situated in the heart of the city overlooking the Esplanade lagoon.... what more could you want? This luxurious and spacious property offers guests the most amazing views, amenities in the best location in Cairns. Take the lift down to the Esplanade (entrance next to the Night markets) and you can walk to the Reef Fleet Terminal, Lagoon and to some of the most incredible Restaurants that Cairns has to offer! Apartment size - 139 square meters.
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Cairns City Escape - Entire Apartment with pool
Enjoy a stylish experience at this centrally located 1 bedroom apartment. Recently renovated, this light-filled apartment has city skyline views to Trinity Inlet from the private balcony. Located directly opposite Cairns Central Shopping Centre, the best of the city is at your front door. Located just minutes to the Esplanade, Waterfront Marina and Cairns Lagoon. Fully air-conditioned to keep things cool and comes with access to the rooftop swimming pool and heated spa.
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The Green Place | 2BR Tropical Oasis apt + 4 Pools
🌴Welcome to The Green Place, a peaceful 2-bedroom retreat with a private balcony overlooking the botanical gardens’ treetop canopy. Set within a tropical resort complex, this spacious apartment feels private, calm and made for slowing down. 🏡Enjoy free Wi-Fi, air-con, 4 pools, tennis court, workout space, full kitchen, laundry and undercover parking. Flexible bedding available: 🛏️ Bedroom: 1 king or 2 singles 🛏️ Second bedroom: 1 king
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Tropical Resort w/ balcony overlooking pool
FREE WiFi accessible throughout the apartment and from the three smart TVs Self Checkin provided..... Your family & guests will be close to everything when you stay at this centrally located place within Cairns One resort, a tropical oasis for the family. Perfect apartment for a family with small children (all safe and secure), a couple getaway or a space to share with some family or friends. The apartment is suitable for everyone
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Sunny apartment /Pool/Balcony/Beach
Relax and unwind in this beautifully renovated, self-contained apartment just a 5-minute drive from the heart of town. Stylish and thoughtfully designed, it features two comfortable bedrooms, a modern lounge with TV, a dining area, a kitchenette, a workspace, and a private balcony perfect for morning coffee or evening drinks. Our unit is just minutes from the airport, making travel a breeze but you may hear occasional planes.
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Tropical Sunsets King Studio, Pool & AC
Enjoy my new studio apartment! ✔Centrally located ✔Spectacular Mountain & Sunset Views ✔Rooftop pool with 360° views ✔Super Comfy Genuine King Size Bed ✔65 inch 4K TV + Netflix ✔Free high speed WiFi ✔Kitchenette with sink, mini fridge, microwave ✔Nespresso coffee & tea ✔Aircon ✔Private bathroom with toiletries kit ✔Non-smoking ✔No party
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Holiday Espie - Ocean Views & Prime Location
'Holiday Espie' is a fifth-floor apartment within the iconic Cairns Aquarius complex, and located on the Cairns City Esplanade. Wake up daily in your king bed to breathtaking views of the Coral Sea, Marlin Marina, and Esplanade Lagoon. Enjoy the luxury living this spacious newly-furnished apartment has to offer.
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Cairns City unit
Two bedroom apartment with wifi and Foxtel. Walking distance to the Esplanade (850m) , Muddys children playground (850m) , Cairns Central (700m) and the city (1.2k). 2-3 blocks from both Cairns hospitals. Spacious apartment with aspect to the mountains. Secure complex. Pool.
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'99' Cairns Tropical Escape — 2BR | Pool | Parking
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Tropical Paradise Cairns - 9 Pools,Gym, & BBQ
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Iconic Elevated Harbour Lights - 2 Bed Ocean Views
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Beautiful 3 BDR Getaway- close to Cairns esplanade
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Avant Garde Number 4
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Best Location in Cairns - Ocean Views
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Rachael's Place 2 bed apartment close to Esplanade
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Condo in Cairns City
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Private apartment rentals

Stylish Getaway Apartment
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Cairns Waterfront Luxury at Harbourlights
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One bed room apartment CBD1039
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Maliina - Cairns Esplanade, Green Island views
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Belle Escapes 52 Harbour Lights with Ocean View
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One bedroom unit centrally located in Cairns city.
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Seven @ Aquarius—Coral Sea Views near the Lagoon
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Pool View Retreat: 9 Pools, Free Parking & Wi-Fi
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Golf Course Apartment/Sleeps upto 6/ Selfcontained
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Inner City Oasis
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50%OFF Huge Penthouse at the Beach, Great 4 Family
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Luxury one bed Apt 323: Ocean Front Resort & Spa
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Reef Retreat Palm Cove Studio Apartment
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Palm Cove Beach Retreat (1st floor)
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5213 Abode Palm Cove Ground Floor Lagoon View
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Entire Rental Townhouse in Cairns City, Australia
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When is the best time to visit Cairns City?
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| Avg. price | $230 NZD | $216 NZD | $215 NZD | $233 NZD | $247 NZD | $272 NZD | $289 NZD | $272 NZD | $254 NZD | $240 NZD | $216 NZD | $247 NZD |
| Avg. temp | 28°C | 28°C | 27°C | 26°C | 24°C | 23°C | 22°C | 22°C | 24°C | 25°C | 27°C | 28°C |
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