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Explore 380 holiday rentals in Palm Cove

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Palm Cove holiday rentals start at $122 NZD per night before taxes and fees

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Find 20 rentals that welcome pets

Holiday rentals with a pool
350 properties feature pools

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
120 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
380 of Palm Cove holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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Guests love Kitchen, Wi-Fi and Pool across Palm Cove rentals

4.8 Average rating
Palm Cove stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
Top-rated family-friendly rentals in Palm Cove
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Spacious, Beachfront Living Amongst the Palm Trees
Welcome to our beachfront paradise, where you can fall asleep to waves crashing and wake up to the sunrise over the ocean. Perfect for up to 6 guests, this bright apartment offers stunning beach and mountain views from two balconies. It features a master bedroom with ensuite, a second bedroom, and a sofa bed in the lounge. Enjoy access to the pool, Wi-Fi, a fully equipped kitchen, and laundry. Just steps from the beach, shops, and 5-star restaurants, it’s the perfect place to relax and recharge.
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4.93 out of 5 average rating, 117 reviews
Palm Cove 4BR Oasis • Heated Pool • Walk Beach
Relax in your private Palm Cove escape—just a short walk to the beach. Perfect for families or groups, this spacious 4-bedroom home features a heated pool, multiple living areas, and everything you need. 🌴On Seaside Parade 🌴Perfect family space 🌴 Focus on clean. All linen including coverlets laundered for every guest. 🌴Just 300m to the sand 🌴Large open family and kitchen leads onto patio and pool area 🌴Local owners available if needed 🌴Please read and agree to house rules before booking
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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 121 reviews
Palm Cove Temple by the Sea
Welcome to apartment 205. A privately managed and operated apartment located within the popular Sea Temple Palm Cove Resort Complex. Perfectly positioned within the resort with stunning balcony views of the lagoon style pool. Offering 2 bedrooms/2 bathrooms, fully self contained with full kitchen and laundry facilities, lift access and underground parking for your car. Perfect for your next holiday to Far North Queensland, catering to all your needs for an enjoyable relaxing holiday.
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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 129 reviews
Amazing Luxury Beach Club 2 bed 2 bath Pool Access
Unique 2 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom ground floor apartment - one of only a few in the resort with balcony opening directly to Beach Pool area. Kitchen well set up for families or couples - Queen beds (twins if requested). Great ensuite bathrooms. Spacious main balcony with additional dining table & seating. 4 balconies in total so light & airy with spa bath on master bed balcony. 3 TVs, free internet, internal laundry, underground parking, gym, tennis, swim-up bar, beauty spa in resort.
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4.96 out of 5 average rating, 67 reviews
p a l m h o u s e • luxury beachside getaway
Palmhouse offers guests a relaxed coastal abode perfectly located to experience the wonders of the Far North Queensland coast. With calm, natural spaces, families and friends can share their holiday in comfort and relaxed luxury while soaking in the ambience of the tropics. Take a short stroll to the Palm Cove beachfront to soak in sun drenched days and award-winning restaurants and spas. Or enjoy slow mornings relaxing by your heated mineral pool, the experience is yours to choose.
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 138 reviews
SPIRE - Palm Cove Luxury
SPIRE is a stylish, modern, architectural retreat perfectly positioned in Ocean’s Edge beachside estate, Palm Cove. Immerse yourself in peace and comfort with natural light and cool breezes flooding every room. Take a dip in the heated crystal-clear mineral pool or unwind in the private alfresco courtyard surrounded by lush manicured gardens. Only a short stroll through the rainforest enveloped boardwalk will reveal the vibrant Palm Cove Beach esplanade right on your doorstep.
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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 182 reviews
5 Star Luxury Home with Stunning Pool ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Resort living at it's finest in this fully air conditioned large private home with stunning views of the Coral Sea, wonderful large spaces and an absolutely stunning pool. Make the most of your holiday period. This property allows checkin as early as 8am on your day of arrival. Checkout time is 11am but in most cases it can be extended at no cost to 6pm. Please message host should you wish to confirm availability of late check out prior to booking.
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4.96 out of 5 average rating, 144 reviews
6313 Abode Palm Cove Ground Floor Swim Out
An absolutely ideal family holiday oasis, Abode at the Beach Club 2 Bedroom Swim Out, ground floor apartment features your own private pool deck at the resort. Airy, light filled, open plan with two tiled pool front patios, outdoor dining area, private master ensuite with spa, plus 2.5 separate bathrooms, separate laundry, european kitchen, glass stack sliding doors and full air conditioning create the perfect relaxed tropical holiday ambience.
KitchenFamilyDecor
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 124 reviews
Our Home Is Your Home
Across one single level, the pure freshness of this brand new designer home is shown in the internal layout and quality. This home was created to feel like your very own private resort, with beautiful outdoor and indoor living spaces and your very own private pool! More than enough room for the whole family to enjoy cooking in the custom kitchen, swimming in the large pool or enjoying a wine while the sausages sizzle on the outdoor WebberQ.
KitchenIndoor spacesCleanliness
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 220 reviews
Tranquility at Palm Cove - One block to the beach
Fantastic beachside unit, located 1 block back from the popular Palm Cove Esplanade and beach. Older style with some renovations. Wake up and walk along the pristine Palm Cove beach, swim in the pool, wander through the shops and restaurants and immerse yourself in the tropical lifestyle all from this perfectly located unit. Only 20 minutes from the Airport and Cairns CBD, Palm Cove is perfect for your tropical north Queensland holiday.
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4.93 out of 5 average rating, 99 reviews
Argentea Beachfront House
Nestled in a tightly held, secluded estate, this 2-bedroom apartment is a masterclass in coastal design. By eliminating the road between the home and the tide, the residence offers an immersive oceanfront experience rarely found in North Queensland. The layout is a clever dialogue between two landscapes: one side embraces the sparkling expanse of the Coral Sea, while the other looks back into a tranquil bushland canopy.
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4.93 out of 5 average rating, 279 reviews
Reef Retreat Palm Cove Studio Apartment
Nestled in a peaceful rainforest setting, amongst the majestic paperbark trees you will find THE STUDIO, Palm Cove. Just a 30 second stroll, 50 meters to idyllic Palm Cove beach and restaurants. FREE WIFI, CABLE TV and CAR PARKING available. Host available on site. Studio's may be ground or first floor. First floor rooms have a balcony. Ground floor rooms have a patio.
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4.73 out of 5 average rating, 203 reviewsPopular amenities for Palm Cove family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

Palm Cove Beach Retreat (1st floor)
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4.92 out of 5 average rating, 133 reviews
50%OFF Huge Penthouse at the Beach, Great 4 Family
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4.92 out of 5 average rating, 255 reviews
Hamptons Spa Villa Edge Hill Cairns sleeps 9
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4.94 out of 5 average rating, 216 reviews
1 Bedroom Beachfront 20 minutes from Cairns
KitchenFamilyDecor
4.76 out of 5 average rating, 100 reviews
Holiday Espie - Ocean Views & Prime Location
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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 173 reviews
Penthouse Private Rooftop Spa|Gym|Sunset & Mt View
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4.94 out of 5 average rating, 295 reviews
NO:37: BOUTIQUE QUEENSLANDER : LUXE RESORT POOL
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4.89 out of 5 average rating, 195 reviews
5 Star luxury @ affordable prices Spoil yourself
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4.91 out of 5 average rating, 138 reviewsFamily- and pet-friendly home rentals

Quintessential Kewarra Classy 3BR home & Huge Pool
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4.93 out of 5 average rating, 104 reviews
Beachfront Cairns Clifton Beach Small Pet friendly
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4.87 out of 5 average rating, 210 reviews
Mylara Beachfront Holiday Home
Indoor spacesFamilyPool
4.84 out of 5 average rating, 128 reviews
Bombora Lodge - Beautiful Queenslander With Pool
KitchenFamilyAir conditioning
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 161 reviews
Trinity Beach Oasis
Indoor spacesFamilyComfort
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 136 reviews
Self contained studio with pool and nearby beach
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4.91 out of 5 average rating, 173 reviews
The Buddha Studio - For Short and Long Term Stays
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4.78 out of 5 average rating, 176 reviews
Kookaburra lodge. Pet safe, Cleaning included¹.
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4.9 out of 5 average rating, 216 reviewsFamily-friendly home rentals with a pool

La Palma - Luxury Tropical Villa with Heated Pool
KitchenFamilyComfort
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 80 reviews
Luxury 4BR Villa | Heated Pool | Steps to Beach
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4.89 out of 5 average rating, 18 reviews
The Haven @ Palm Cove
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4.91 out of 5 average rating, 11 reviews
Sea view Beachside Apartment Palm Cove
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4.91 out of 5 average rating, 58 reviews
Le Palmier @ Palm Cove - 200m 2 Beach. Heated Pool
KitchenFamilyPool
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 16 reviews
Villa Vei (With Heated Pool*)
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 94 reviews
Beautiful Family Getaway Apartment 40
KitchenFamilyQuiet
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 25 reviews
Sea Temple Apartment in Palm Cove
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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 21 reviewsWhen is the best time to visit Palm Cove?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $428 NZD | $351 NZD | $384 NZD | $442 NZD | $412 NZD | $484 NZD | $564 NZD | $500 NZD | $507 NZD | $439 NZD | $388 NZD | $467 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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