Waterfront holiday rentals in Cairns City

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Flat in Cairns City
4.78 out of 5 average rating, 58 reviews

The Reef Pad, ideally located with a stellar view!

JenniferRating, 5 stars3 days ago
Benjamin’s place was perfect! Great location! Easy access to everything while visiting Cairns. Easy check in and excellent communication. Highly recommend!
Flat in Cairns City
4.78 out of 5 average rating, 73 reviews

Absolute Waterfront Apartment

DonnaRating, 5 stars1 week ago
Apartment is beautiful. Location is perfectl, right above the restaraunts and on the waterfront. Easy stroll to the Esplanade. Great views of the boats coming and going from marina. We have stayed here twice and will stay again.
Superhost
Flat in Palm Cove
4.78 out of 5 average rating, 37 reviews

Reef Retreat Apartments Palm Cove, Unit 12

GeirRating, 5 stars3 months ago
2 Norwegians arriving from Sydney on 3 weeks holiday in Australia. Fantastic location only a public bus trip fram Cairns. The only negative is the possibility to swim in the ocean.
Flat in Cairns City
4.76 out of 5 average rating, 86 reviews

Stunning Water View Apartment - Pool, Gym, Sauna.

PaigeRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
Perfect stay! Such an amazing location, easy to walk to everything, fun boardwalk, and delicious restaurants!
Guest favourite
Flat in Cairns North
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 154 reviews

Ocean View Apartment - Cairns City

SharinRating, 5 stars2 months ago
cute apartment, very comfortable. Jodie left us a bottle of wine upon our arrival. we asked for an early check in and late check out and Jodie was able to accommodate us. Great experience. Thanks!
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Flat in Cairns North
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 29 reviews

Esplanade apartment sleeps 5

KellyRating, 5 stars2 days ago
We made a last minute booking (spontaneous trip - booking was made onkt hours before arriving). Cheryl made the process so easy. Her communication was very polite, quick and thorough. Definitely recommend!
Flat in Cairns City
4.68 out of 5 average rating, 25 reviews

Waterfront Sub-Penthouse Apartment in City Centre

AnnuRating, 5 stars6 days ago
what am amazing find..great location..on the esplanade. Everything is walkable including the port for a lot of the boat tours. Great ocean views from the balcony and the master bedroom. the place very much matches the description of the photos. Easy instructions to get into the condo. we had trouble with the key one of the days and it was replaced promptly. very responsive and easy to communicate. Would definitely come back here again.
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Flat in Palm Cove
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 103 reviews

Abode Palm Cove Ground Floor Swim Out

KatherineRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
We had a wonderful family holiday at Dianne’s place. The apartment was perfect for our family with two young toddlers, beautiful setting, clean, comfortable and all the extras for kids, toys, pool toys and a great outdoor spa bath. We had a lot of fun at the resort beach pool and the location in Palm Cove is perfect, by the beach and restaurants. Would definitely recommend and would love to go back.

Waterfront house rentals

Guest favourite
Home in Machans Beach
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 22 reviews

Villa O’Shea

LorraineRating, 5 stars1 month ago
What a lovely stay. Well equipped kitchen. Lots of room the view is spectacular. The gardens are beautiful.
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Home in Kewarra Beach
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 70 reviews

Quintessential Kewarra Classy 3BR home & Huge Pool

ChloeRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
Thank you Nadia for a great stay! Loved all the little features like toys and books for the kids. My four year old was obsessed with the pool! We hope to return again 🙏
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Home in Kuranda
5 out of 5 average rating, 18 reviews

Kuranda Rainforest House

KealohaRating, 5 stars3 months ago
We just finished up an amazing 1.5 weeks at Renee's beautiful place. We're a family of 4 (2 teenagers, 2 adults) and this house was perfect! We had enough room to spread out but also great common areas to share meals, conversation and games. The kitchen had everything we needed for cooking - dishes, many different appliances, pots/pans as well as basic staples like olive oil. The outdoor spaces were lovely; the landscaping is beautiful and the large deck became our favorite place to hang out and watch the river, butterflies and birds. The layout was great for us - two of the bedrooms are connected to the main house via the deck so it gave everyone their own space. We had a chance to go swimming in the river which our kids loved. We arrived to Cairns very early & Renee was gracious enough to allow us to check in early which we appreciated after 28hrs of travel! We would definitely stay here again - we were sorry to leave!
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Home in Holloways Beach
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 107 reviews

Absolute Beachfront House @palmtreesforever_aus

AlexanderRating, 5 stars3 weeks ago
What a dream house. Most picturesque place we've ever stayed at. The morning sunrises were breathtaking, the house pristine. Lots of space to relax, indoor and out. The backyard space was perfect for my kids (8, 5 and 2) to stretch their legs while the adults could relax on the covered outdoor patio. It was a magical holiday period with my family and the house was a large reason why. We only wished we could have enjoyed the house more during the day with all of our area trips- guess that means we need to book a trip back! Certainly a place we would stay at again. Graham and LL were super friendly and helpful. We loved it and HIGHLY recommend this place to anyone looking for a beautiful, private place right on the water. Stay for a family of 5, 2 adults and 3 kids.
Superhost
Home in Kewarra Beach
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 26 reviews

BIG Beach House Tranquility - beachfront renovated

BarbaraRating, 5 stars1 week ago
Great location! Views, outdoor and indoor entertaining, multiple living spaces and a great pool. Perfect for multiple families staying together. This place is amazing So close to beach and house is equipped with everything. Would highly recommend. Thank you Barbara April 2025
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Home in Kewarra Beach
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 51 reviews

Willow Garden Stays Beachfront Luxury Home

DennisRating, 5 stars6 days ago
What a wonderful stay! Beautiful home, lots of space. The house was very well appointed for our large group. We cooked two nights and went to local restaurants on the other nights. The pool was wonderful. The beach in front is beautiful. Watching the flying foxes fly overhead at sunset is unbelievable. Saw some wallabies as well in the neighborhood. What an amazing stay. Highly recommended. Convenient to downtown Cairns.
Superhost
Home in Trinity Park
4.76 out of 5 average rating, 133 reviews

Cairns Beaches Home, Marina View Sleeps 12 - Pool

JackRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
Great place and great communication from the hosts.
Home in Holloways Beach
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 26 reviews

Oceans Edge beach front home on Holloways beach

RosieRating, 5 stars3 months ago
We had such a nice time at this beautiful home. The house is beach front so kids swam days and nights, changing from pool to beach and vice versa. Supermarkets is within 10m drive. Kylie is super kind and very quick in response. Great place and worth every dollar!

Waterfront apartment rentals

Superhost
Apartment in Cairns City
4.69 out of 5 average rating, 39 reviews

325 Harbour Lights with Garden View

ElizabethRating, 5 stars1 month ago
Lovely apartment overlooking green garden area. Well equipped, comfortable beds and quality linens. Great pool and gym. Hosts kept in touch to check all was ok, could not have been more helpful. Close to shops and tours. We had a fantastic stay and would definitely recommend.
Superhost
Apartment in Palm Cove
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 50 reviews

Drift Beachfront Resort Suite 2409

MaxRating, 5 stars3 months ago
Great Stay in Apartment. Clean and nice like in description. Beautiful location - next to the beach and Restaurant. Supermarket on the oppside side of the Street. everything Was great. thanks Thomas
Superhost
Apartment in Cairns City
4.78 out of 5 average rating, 41 reviews

1101 Harbour Lights with Ocean Views

RajnishRating, 5 stars3 months ago
The location of the apartment and the views are great. The place is just as described & very comfortable. Thomas' responses & communication were always very prompt & helpful. I would highly recommend his place to anyone coming to Cairns.
Guest favourite
Apartment in Trinity Beach
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 16 reviews

Trinity Beach Tropical Hideaway

MeenakshiRating, 5 stars3 months ago
A sprawling home with great views. Kitchen was fabulous. The bedrooms and bathrooms were top notch. The patio area had comfortable seating. Even though the place is a part of a small group of apartments, it felt totally private. Covered car park was a bonus. Hosts are super responsive and helpful. One reaches the place through two flights of narrow stairs. It may be difficult to carry large luggage or if you have mobility issues. Otherwise this is a dream vacation home
Apartment in Cairns North
4.69 out of 5 average rating, 116 reviews

Esplanade 1 Bedroom Apartment with pool

RichardRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
it would not hurt to provide garbage bags and laundry detergent.
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Apartment in Cairns
4.78 out of 5 average rating, 168 reviews

Cairns Apartment Esplanade Ocean Views

RusaanthRating, 5 stars3 months ago
We traveled to Cairns for a family vacation! Christine’s place was top notch in terms of location and surroundings with very happening cafes & restaurants just around the corner. Moreover, we spent 2 days just enjoying the property with great ocean views and coffee ! Pool & tennis lawn added more entertainment! This relaxed city & the property has given our family a core travel memory! Highly recommend this property a great family vacation living experience !
Guest favourite
Apartment in Cairns City
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 61 reviews

Tropical Ocean Sunrises & Magical Mountain Sunsets

DebraRating, 5 stars2 months ago
Paul's unit is in a perfect location. We canceled our car rental because everything is very walkable. Great restaurants, markets, shopping, and activities in the area. The balcony has a beautiful view of the esplanade. Loved hanging out at dusk watching the fruit bats. We will stay here again if we return to Cairns for a holiday! Recommend Passions of Paradise for snorkel/dive coral reef. Great staff and a wonderful boat! Thanks, Paul!
Guest favourite
Apartment in Cairns
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 213 reviews

2 Bedroom Condo "w" Pool entrance off your balcony

SeverineRating, 5 starstoday
Vanessa's place was the perfect haven for a couple of nights in Cairns. It is central and only a few minutes walk from the waterfront where all the restaurants, bars, and entertainment venues are! Every one of your needs in an accommodation are met. It is truly a home away from home.

Quick stats about waterfront rentals in Cairns City

  • Total rentals

    100 properties

  • Nightly prices starting at

    £37 before taxes and fees

  • Total number of reviews

    8.6K reviews

  • Family-friendly rentals

    50 properties are a good fit for families

  • Rentals with a pool

    90 properties have a pool

  • Rentals with dedicated workspaces

    30 properties have a dedicated workspace

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