How much does a vacation rental in Cairns cost?

$166 per night is how much a vacation rental in Cairns costs, on average. $39 per night was the cheapest price recently found by our users, though anything for $149 per night or less is a good deal. Keep in mind that Cairns vacation rental prices fluctuate throughout the year: the most expensive month to book is July, and the cheapest time to book is February.

What is the best Cairns vacation rental?

The Benson Hotel has a 8.4 rating from 2,267 users, making it the best Cairns vacation rental based on our data.

What’s the closest vacation rental to Cairns Airport?

It’s only 2.1 mi from Cairns Airport to Bay Village Tropical Retreat (the nearest Cairns vacation rental to the airport).

What part of Cairns is best to stay in?

The best neighborhood to stay in Cairns is Cairns CBD, according to our user data. 58% of our users who looked for vacation rentals in Cairns searched for properties in the Cairns CBD area. If you’re also interested in booking a vacation rental in Cairns CBD, consider the Southern Cross Atrium Apartments - the neighborhood’s most popular rental property.

What’s the most popular vacation rental in Cairns near Cairns Esplanade?

If you’re looking for a vacation rental close to Cairns Esplanade while in Cairns, then the most popular is Il Palazzo Holiday Apartments with a 8.4/10 review score from 1,654 users. The distance from Cairns Esplanade to Il Palazzo Holiday Apartments is 0.2 mi.

Are there Cairns vacation rentals with “Air-conditioned” listed as an amenity?

4 vacation rentals in Cairns currently mention “Air-conditioned” as a listed amenity. We recommend booking the Mantra Trilogy Cairns, which is the most popular Cairns vacation rental featuring this amenity.

Are there any Resort vacation rentals in Cairns?

At the moment, there are 22 properties listed as a Resort vacation rental in Cairns. A popular Resort in Cairns amongst our users is Cairns Colonial Club Resort.

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What is the cheapest month to book a vacation rental in Cairns?

The cheapest month to book a vacation rental in Cairns is February ($39). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Cairns is December ($382).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a vacation rental in Cairns?

The cheapest day to stay in Cairns is Thursday ($82). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Tuesday, when the average nightly price is $192.

How far ahead should you book a vacation rental in Cairns?

Save money by booking a vacation rental at least 84 days before your trip to Cairns. The lowest price found when booking 84 days ahead was $120 per night.

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Bay Village Tropical Retreat

Cairns, QLD, Australia

0.7 mi from city centre

Air Conditioning

$83

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What is the cheapest month to book a vacation rental in Cairns?

The cheapest month to book a vacation rental in Cairns is February ($39). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Cairns is December ($382).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a vacation rental in Cairns?

The cheapest day to stay in Cairns is Thursday ($82). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Tuesday, when the average nightly price is $192.

How far ahead should you book a vacation rental in Cairns?

Save money by booking a vacation rental at least 84 days before your trip to Cairns. The lowest price found when booking 84 days ahead was $120 per night.

Cheapest vacation rentals in Cairns, Australia

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Other accommodations in Cairns

Find the perfect vacation rental for your stay in Cairns. There are 649 hotels in Cairns and price data was last updated on November 8, 2026. The average price for a hotel in Cairns is $176/night.

Where to stay in Cairns

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How much does a vacation rental in Cairns cost?

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What’s the closest vacation rental to Cairns Airport?

What part of Cairns is best to stay in?

What’s the most popular vacation rental in Cairns near Cairns Esplanade?

Are there Cairns vacation rentals with “Air-conditioned” listed as an amenity?

Are there any Resort vacation rentals in Cairns?

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