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These 4.5-star apartments offer absolute waterfront, luxury apartments just a 1-minute stroll away from Cairns Waterfront Marina. Guests at Cairns Private Apartments enjoy an outdoor swimming pool, a spa pool, a sauna and a fitness centre.

Perfect spot, so close to the wharf. Apt was great, had everything we needed.

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9.1
Wonderful
1,019 reviews
Price from
£140
per night

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, mountain view and a balcony, Cairns Waterfront Luxury at Harbourlights is set in Cairns. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a lift and full-day security, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is situated less than 1 km from Cairns Convention Centre.

location and the apartment was perfect with patio

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9.6
Exceptional
172 reviews
Price from
£255
per night

The holiday home features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with garden views. A private entrance leads guests into the holiday home, where they can enjoy some fruits. The property has an outdoor dining area.

Well catered breakfast for vegans, much appreciated! Lovely selection of toiletries and comfy beds. Everything essential in the kitchen. Great comms from the host. Quiet but central location.

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9.6
Exceptional
109 reviews
Price from
£147
per night

Located just less than 1 km from Cairns Station, Estilo Bed and Breakfast provides accommodation in Cairns with access to a garden, a terrace, as well as private check-in and check-out. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens is 4.1 km from the bed and breakfast and Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park is 13 km away.

Great location, spacious room and great shared kitchen, bathroom and living room. A very good collection of books to read. Friendly staff. Communication with the host was excellent. Overall a great place to stay.

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9
Wonderful
195 reviews
Price from
£45
per night

Situated in Cairns, Jackies City Central Apartment provides accommodation with a pool with a view, a balcony and city views. Guests can benefit from a patio and a picnic area. The accommodation features a sauna, hot tub, restaurant and free WiFi.

Really nice owners, perfect location (close to everything), perfectly equipped!

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9.2
Wonderful
119 reviews
Price from
£112
per night

Located in Cairns, 8.6 km from Cairns Station, Cairns Rainforest Retreat provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and barbecue facilities. The property is situated 9 km from Cairns Convention Centre, 9.1 km from The Cairns Civic Theater and 10 km from Cairns Regional Gallery. The rooms are fitted with a balcony with mountain views and free WiFi.

Room/cabin was SO wonderful. Felt like we were alone in the rainforest, visited by unique birds within easy sight and earshot. Antjie was absolutely gracious, helpful and a wonderful host. Very helpful with recommendations for things in the area. Didn't have time to take advantage of beautiful infinity pool or deck, but looked very inviting.

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9.4
Wonderful
244 reviews

This 5 star two-bedroom self-contained luxury apartment is located on the 7th floor in Northshore Tower, on the waterfront of Cairns Esplanade. The city center of Cairns is only minutes from the property.

spacious excellent amenities great view and location

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9.5
Exceptional
115 reviews
Price from
£253
per night

Set within 2.5 km of Cairns Station and 2.7 km of Cairns Convention Centre, Floriana Villas offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Cairns. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. This 4-star apartment offers private entrance.

Very nice 2-bedroom appartment. Nice location at tve esplanade. About 30 min waliking from wharf but walk along the esplanade is very nice. Especially wirh a stop at Mudy's Café for a great breakfast.

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9.3
Wonderful
106 reviews
Price from
£116
per night

Situated on the Cairns Esplanade, this 5 star property features self-contained apartments. Guests enjoy 2 swimming pools and a fitness centre.

Each apartment features a spacious living room which opens onto a balcony or patio with an outdoor setting. All apartments include a fully equipped kitchen, laundry facilities and satellite TV.

Fantastic accommodations and location. The staff were fantastic. Our favorite place we stayed on a 2.5 week trip to Australia and New Zealand.

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9
Wonderful
704 reviews
Price from
£184
per night

Waters Edge Apartments offer luxury, spacious, self-catering accommodation on the seafront of Cairns, a vibrant, tropical city with a relaxed atmosphere and easy access to the Great Barrier Reef.

Enjoy stylish living in the minimalist Waters Edge Apartment Cairns. Each apartment offers home comforts, including 2 bathrooms (one with spa bath), full laundry and ironing facilities, and security intercom. The modern audio-visual equipment and Wi-Fi connection complete the picture.

Location prefect for what we were there for

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9.3
Wonderful
580 reviews
Price from
£232
per night

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  • Cairns Private Apartments
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,019 reviews

    These 4.5-star apartments offer absolute waterfront, luxury apartments just a 1-minute stroll away from Cairns Waterfront Marina.

    Great location, nice view, fantastic space, friendly staff

  • Cairns Waterfront Luxury at Harbourlights
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 172 reviews

    Cairns Waterfront Luxury at Harbourlights offers a sauna and free private parking, and is within a 10-minute walk of Cairns Convention Center and 0.9 miles of Cairns Station.

    Location, Clean, Very nice set up all the furnitures

  • The Red Sparrow 2
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 109 reviews

    Just a 3-minute walk from Cairns Station and 0.9 miles from Cairns Convention Center, The Red Sparrow 2 features accommodations in Cairns with a garden, barbecue facilities, and a shared lounge.

    The location the house and the breakfast were excellent

  • Estilo Bed and Breakfast
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 195 reviews

    Just a 10-minute walk from Cairns Station and 1.2 miles from Cairns Convention Center, Estilo Bed and Breakfast features accommodations in Cairns, with a garden, a terrace, and a shared lounge.

    Shower/bathroom. Decor. "Homy" feel.

  • Jackies City Central Apartment
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 119 reviews

    Just a 6-minute walk from Cairns Station and 0.9 miles from Cairns Convention Center, Jackies City Central Apartment features accommodations in Cairns, with a fitness center and a garden.

    Beautiful apartment. Everything you will ever need.

  • Cairns Rainforest Retreat
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 244 reviews

    Located in Cairns, 5.3 miles from Cairns Station, Cairns Rainforest Retreat provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and barbecue facilities.

    The property and views were amazing and so beautiful!

  • Cairns Luxury Seafront Apartment
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 115 reviews

    This 5 star two-bedroom self-contained luxury apartment is located on the 7th floor in Northshore Tower, on the waterfront of Cairns Esplanade.

    Perfect location, spacious & all the essentials!!

  • Floriana Villas
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 106 reviews

    Floriana Villas offers air-conditioned rooms in Cairns. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi. This 4-star apartment offers private entrance.

    Very clean, spacious, Netflix on tv, comfy beds, quiet

  • Martyn st house
    Free cancellation options available
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 55 reviews

    Martyn st house offers accommodations in Cairns, 1.3 miles from Cairns Convention Center and 2.4 miles from Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens.

    Spacious place. Well equipped. Good space outside for pets.

  • Tasman Holiday Parks - Cairns Cool Waters
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 169 reviews

    Tasman Holiday Parks - Cairns Cool Waters provides a hot tub and free private parking, and is within 5.2 miles of Cairns Station and 5.9 miles of Cairns Convention Center.

    It was really great, comfortable, thumbs up perfect.

  • Trinity Links Resort
    Free cancellation options available
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 188 reviews

    Trinity Links Resort in Cairns provides accommodations with an infinity pool, a fitness center, and a garden. This 4-star condo hotel offers a spa experience, with its hot tub and spa center.

    quiet, 3 bedrooms, lovely pool areas, tennis court

  • Cairns Beach Resort
    Free cancellation options available
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 493 reviews

    Located at Holloways Beach, Australis Cairns Beach Resort is just 10 minutes' drive north of Cairns City. It offers 4-star apartments set amid tropical, landscaped gardens.

    The room was incredibly decorated and very stylish

  • Cairns City Palms
    Free cancellation options available
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,134 reviews

    Cairns City Palms self-contained suites and apartments are located 20 minutes' walk from the center of Cairns, and a 10-minute drive from Cairns Airport.5-minute walk away you will find supermarkets,...

    Perfect spot for a few days. Staff are really kind and helpful.

  • Cairns Queenslander Hotel & Apartments
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,584 reviews

    Cairns Queenslander Hotel & Apartments is within easy walking distance to Cairns Esplanade waterfront .

    The size of the room. Great to have space to move.

  • Bay Village Tropical Retreat & Apartments
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,336 reviews

    Bay Village Tropical Retreat is located just 3 minutes’ walk from the Cairns Esplanade and 10 minutes’ walk from the city center.

    It was a Huge apartment and facilities were great.

  • Motel Nomad
    Free cancellation options available
    6.4
    Scored 6.4
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 270 reviews

    Located in Cairns within 1.9 mi of Cairns Convention Center and 1.7 mi of The Cairns Civic Theater, Motel Nomad provides rooms with free WiFi. This renovated 3-star motel offers room service.

    self catering was very good. Handy kitchen in room

  • BreakFree Royal Harbour
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 834 reviews

    Just 3 minutes’ walk from Cairns Lagoon, BreakFree Royal Harbor features apartments with a spa bath and a private balcony with Trinity Bay or garden views.

    Nice view and close to restaurants, indoor market.

  • Vision Apartments
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 704 reviews

    Located on the Cairns Esplanade, this 5 star property features self-contained apartments. Guests enjoy 2 swimming pools and a fitness center.

    Wonderful property, excellent facilities and location

  • Waters Edge Apartment Cairns
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 580 reviews

    Waters Edge Apartments offer luxury, spacious, self-catering accommodations on the seafront of Cairns, a vibrant, tropical city with a relaxed atmosphere and easy access to the Great Barrier Reef.

    Great location, great apartment very roomy felt like home..

  • Cairns Esplanade 2BR Waterfront Apartment Sleeps 6
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 8 reviews

    Providing a garden, Cairns Esplanade 2BR Waterfront Apartment Sleeps 6 offers accommodations in Cairns. This property offers a private pool, free Wifi, and free private parking.

    The apartment is clean and offered all necessary houseware for staying

  • Charming Queeenslander in City Centre
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 20 reviews

    Charming Queeenslander in City Centre is located in Cairns, just 2.8 miles from Cairns Flecker Botanic Gardens and 8.3 miles from Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park.

    Beautiful house, great value for money, lots of lovely goodies in the fridge to welcome us

  • City centre, tropical home, minutes walk to shops.
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 13 reviews

    Just a 2-minute walk from Cairns Station and 0.9 miles from Cairns Convention Center, City centre, tropical home, minutes walk to shops. Features accommodations in Cairns with a garden.

    Sehr gute Lage, Geschäfte und Hafen zu Fuß erreichbar

  • Privately Owned Apartment 'Sunset View Studio' in Cairns City
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 8 reviews

    Privately Owned Apartment 'Sunset View Studio' in Cairns City is a recently renovated apartment in Cairns where guests can make the most of the rooftop pool and terrace.

    Good location, within walking distance to cafes, restaurants, shopping centre.

  • Villa Thirty One - Balinese inspired Escape
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 9 reviews

    Villa Thirty One - Balinese inspired Escape is located in Cairns, just 11 miles from Cairns Station and 12 miles from Cairns Convention Center.

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Vacation Rentals That Guests Love in Cairns

  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 32 reviews
    The Villa was absolutely beautiful! We had everything we could ask for and more. The location was perfect, within walking distance to restaurants and the beach. Neighbourhood was lovely and quiet. The property was very easy to find and the hosts were wonderful with communication. We didn’t want to leave.
    Karla
    Australia
  • From £123.13 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 212 reviews
    The property was in the best location, accessible to all the local restaurants, shopping, and Esplanade. The villa was beautiful,the owners have done an amazing job, it had everything that could be needed.
    Mensforth
    Australia
  • From £66.30 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,280 reviews
    Staff was friendly and hospitable; due to a last minute change in plans we booked two times at the Village--Johnny at front desk set us up so we wouldn't have to switch rooms. The common areas are very lively and well-stocked. There's an industrial-sized kitchen and a communal fridge which was nice if we had leftovers or wanted coffee in the morning. Location is incredible; steps away from most major dive shops and restaurants.
    CJ
    Japan
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 902 reviews
    It’s like a small like village very small but adventurous
    Priscilla
    Australia
  • From £66.30 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,280 reviews
    The Staff were very friendly, fun and helpful. Most Villagers were easy to get along with, friendly and fun. I made some good friends! 😃 Kitchen, shower and toilets kept mostly clean. The free Breakfast was good! 👍
    Ray
    Australia
  • From £86.83 per night
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,336 reviews
    Room we got given across the road was well sized fully self contained and well air-conditioned (as FNQ locals this is a must during January). Great self contained room with everything we needed. Recommend Bay Village we will stay again.
    Tom
    Australia
  • From £57.88 per night
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,369 reviews
    It’s okay if you are plan y to stay for a short term
    Cindy
    Australia
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 902 reviews
    Great holiday home incl bbq and spacious rooms. Reception team are really friendly as well and help really well with everything.
    Wouter Bauhuis
    Netherlands
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 733 reviews
    Great location. Pool great. Appartment very clean and have everything you want for your holiday home.
    Sharon
    Australia
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 32 reviews
    clean and well maintained, perfect holiday home for families
    ARIYARATNAM
    Australia

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