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Holiday Rentals in Cairns and Barrier Reef

Mantra Trilogy
4.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, 1,143 reviews
"Ideal location."
The price is €132
per night
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Mantra Trilogy
Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 663 reviews
"We stayed for a week with our 7yo, what an amazing family orientated place! We enjoying lazing around in the pools, spa and playing with our son on the waterslides and splashpark. Mini golf was excellent as was the meals in the cafe. The place is kept immaculate and maintained, grounds and accomodation. The staff were very helpful and helped book our adventures with free transport from there. Downside, nothing honestly. "
Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort
Southern Cross Atrium Apartments
4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, 1,442 reviews
"its good services clean places "
Southern Cross Atrium Apartments
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Drift Palm Cove
4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, 743 reviews
"I absolutely loved my stay at Drift Palm Cove. This holiday was a solo trip and I felt very safe and like I had everything I needed in the apartment. Pool was stunning and massive so everyone had their own space. Perfect location - would definitely go back! "
The price is €160
per night
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Drift Palm Cove
Coral Sands Resort
4.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 650 reviews
"Property is in a great location and is set up well. Only complaints was tv in bedroom not working and the beds were as hard as a rock"
Coral Sands Resort
Sea Change Beachfront Apartments
5.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, 1,173 reviews
"Nice quiet area. The place is little old but other than that everything is superb. I am planning to go back next year at the same time"
The price is €266
per night
19 Jun - 20 Jun
Sea Change Beachfront Apartments
Cascade Gardens
3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 490 reviews
"Great location a bit disappointing being there for a week they didn't replenish tea and coffee also didn't supply shampoo as most places we stayed did."
The price is €172
per night
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Cascade Gardens
Oasis Inn Cairns
3.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, 182 reviews
"They changed our towels and sheets during our stay , we were there for 12 nights."
The price is €74
per night
20 Jun - 21 Jun
Oasis Inn Cairns
Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore
5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 494 reviews
"Lovely location adjoining the beach. Apartment was older style but large, clean and well fitted out. "
The price is €369
per night
19 Jun - 20 Jun
Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore
Vision Apartments
4.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 367 reviews
"Excellent room layout, quiet, central location, good facilities and service."
Vision Apartments
Cairns Aquarius
4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 213 reviews
"Truly exceptional property. Perfect location, exceptional layout and amazing views. I would highly recommend this property if you are visiting Cairns!"
Cairns Aquarius
The Reef Retreat
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 441 reviews
"Proprietors and other staff were very helpful. The location is great. The room and kitchenette were comfy. The one thing that was unpleasant was the bathroom had sliding doors with slats, which did not provide any sound barrier between the bathroom and bedroom. "
The price is €233
per night
5 Jul - 6 Jul
The Reef Retreat
Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 391 reviews
"Walkable to be beach area, boardwalk. Reception very helpful. Accommodation excellent."
The price is €179
per night
19 Jun - 20 Jun
Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments
BreakFree Royal Harbour
3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 709 reviews
"Excellent location within walking distance to wide variety of dining options. On the Esplanade with easy access to all facilities. The apartment was quite basic, windowless bedroom with a ceiling fan, cooking facilities minimal and basic, no dishwasher, old microwave. No dining table, only a very old table and chairs on the balcony, and stools at the kitchen bench. Uncomfortable sofa. Staff very helpful, informative and friendly. Parking available on site "
The price is €155
per night
21 Jun - 22 Jun
BreakFree Royal Harbour
Escape On Lake
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 95 reviews
"Went there with my partner, was well located in Cairns. Grocery, chemist and many restaurants and shops near. The kitchen utensils were well appreciated to prepare our lunch (no oven). Comfy bed and well maintened. 10/10. "
Escape On Lake
On the Beach Holiday Apartments
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 475 reviews
"Loved my stay very roomy, reception was very friendly and helpful. I would definitely stay there again."
The price is €126
per night
19 Jun - 20 Jun
On the Beach Holiday Apartments
Getaway On Grafton
4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 311 reviews
"The owners thought of special things like salt and pepper available, all kitchen items, clothes horse as not everyone wants to use the dryer. Easy walking to shops. Maybe have a map in unit for those late check ins as the map we got from reception after 3 days there was great. Maybe leave a note to warn rentals about leaving food/honey/sugar out, as ants around."
Getaway On Grafton
Vue Apartments Trinity Beach
4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, 358 reviews
"Great room, Great view. good location. well equipped"
Vue Apartments Trinity Beach
Koala Court Holiday Apartments
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 134 reviews
"The unit was a studio and nice size, very clean. We enjoyed using the grill for dinner too. The owners were helpful, friendly and helped with our transportation needs. John even drove us to the Reef Terminal one morning. It's a bit over a mile to the main part of the Esplanade and harbor. We did walk it several times. Otherwise it was about $9 US each way for a taxi."
Koala Court Holiday Apartments
NRMA Cairns Holiday Park
4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 143 reviews
"Perfect to stay Great location Friendly staff Esay check in"
The price is €59
per night
7 Jul - 8 Jul
NRMA Cairns Holiday Park
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Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 1,001 reviews
"Thanks for the two lovely nights "
The price is €147
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 1,002 reviews
"Our stay was lovely, all the staff were really friendly and it’s in a super convenient location next to the reef terminal! "
The price is €152
per night
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Crystalbrook Bailey
5.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 486 reviews
"Great room facing the city and water views. Nice size room with great ensuite. Friendly staff"
The price is €144
per night
25 Jun - 26 Jun
Crystalbrook Bailey
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