
House holiday rentals in Cairns City
Find and book unique houses on Airbnb
Top-rated house rentals in Cairns City
Guests agree: These houses are highly rated for location, cleanliness and more.

Jum Rum Place, Kuranda QLD
Kuranda, home to the Indigenous Djabugay people is tucked away within an ancient Rainforest. Jum Rum Place is located only 1.6km from the Kuranda village, North Queensland backing onto Jum Rum Creek Conservation Park where there are numerous species of birds, Striped possums, Suger Gliders, Pademelons with abundance of butterflies including the Ulysses and Cairns Bird Wing. The beautiful Jum Rum Creek Walking Track is close by which takes you into the Kuranda Village, only a 15 minute walk.

Coral Sea Views Retreat, Cairns - 5Rooms Sleeps10
Perfect for groups, families or couples, often described as "the best view in Cairns", peace and relaxation reign in this idyllic hill top holiday retreat. Nestled in nature, large private decks, comfortable spaces and the refreshing pool provide the ultimate laid-back holiday vibe. Central to all major attractions and amenities, it’s the ultimate Cairns destination. NB: Is not suitable for parties or group socialising centred around alcohol consumption, see “Other Things to Note” below.

Moon Forest Modern Villa, life among the treetops
Moon Forest Villa is perfect for holidaymakers and business travellers. A unique, stylish high-set modern Queenslander above other dwellings in the Cairns Suburb of Manoora, adding a dimension of serenity and privacy with great views of wildlife, sunsets, and the Moon. Built in 2023 our villa has 2 bedrooms and 2 ensuite bathrooms, a fully equipped modern kitchen, washing machine + access to the swimming pool. Moon Forest Villa is a peaceful, comfortable, modern, and bright living space.

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 of this property. Take a dip in the 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.

Modernistic 2bedroom house close to city, airport.
A modern and fully furnished two-bedroom space with a hall, kitchenette, and a private patio. This section is completely separate from the main house, ensuring full privacy. The property is monitored by security cameras for your safety. Conveniently located, it’s just 150 meters from Piccones Shopping Centre, with a 24-hour McDonald's, Domino’s, and various restaurants nearby, and the airport and city center are just a 7-minute drive.Feel at home and enjoy a comfortable, hassle-free stay!

NO:37: BOUTIQUE QUEENSLANDER : LUXE RESORT POOL
NO:37: Boutique city Queenslander, full of ambience, hitting all the right style notes. This carefully restored cottage brings sophisticated old world charm in abundance. Its quiet city fringe location is the perfect place to relax on the deck, overlooking the resort style pool amongst a lush, private & quiet setting. Sleeps 8, fully air-conditioned, memorable for all the right reasons. Located in Cairns most desirable and convenient area. NO:37: is close to all Cairns city has to offer.

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.

Bombora Lodge - Beautiful Queenslander With Pool
Beautifully restored high set Queenslander with large pool and lush tropical garden just a stone’s throw from exclusive Edge Hill village. This traditional Queenslander is perfect for families, offering everything you need to relax in your own tropical oasis. The quiet, leafy suburb has fabulous eateries, shops, Cairns Botanic Gardens and walking tracks all a short stroll away. Only 10 minutes drive to Cairns CBD and airport. Your perfect base to explore Far North Queensland.

Bamboo Villa - Embrace the Tropical Vibes
Our fabulous, chill-out zone, the Bamboo Villa, is the ideal spot for your upcoming Cairns getaway. Nestled just across from the Botanical Gardens, it's a leisurely stroll away from yummy eateries, cozy cafes, and handy stores. Only a 5-minute skip from the airport and downtown. Packed with all the comforts of home, plus we're pet-friendly too! If this property doesn’t suit check out our Insta @thevilllasofcairns for more video walk thru's and photos of our other Villas.

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.

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.

Ellie’s House - Cairns
Ellie's House is a low-set, tropical “Queenslander-style” cottage located in the quiet, relaxed, village suburb of Stratford just 10 mins drive from both the Cairns Airport and the Cairns city centre. Your bright, colourful “home away from home” provides the perfect base to explore Cairns and all that this beautiful area has to offer. Ellie's House is fully airconditioned and is ideal for 1 or 2 couples.
Popular amenities for Cairns City house rentals
House rentals with a pool

Coconut Blue - Own Private Pool | Beach Easy Walk

Tropical Oasis

Kewarra Beach House

The Peony Isle—Luxe Lakeside Haven with Pool & Spa

Villa O’Shea

Niyah’s Escape (with 13m Heated* lap pool)

Breathtaking views of the ocean and Cairns City

Edge Hill Apartment under Queenslander w Pool
Weekly house rentals

Pole home in paradise @ Kuranda

Home in the tropics

Poinciana Cottage

Heavenly Palms on Collinson

Rainforest Treehouse Sanctuary - with ocean views

Orchid Cottage

Sundream Luxe Rainforest Retreat

Cairns Central Luxury Home
Private house rentals

Seascape @ Palm Cove: Heated Pool | Luxury | ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Bluewater Beach House

Family Holiday unit

Wai Tui| Villa Two: Stroll to Beach | Private Pool

Cairns Central Walking Distance " Downstairs "

Tropical Garden, spacious family Home

Charming Little Cottage in Kewarra Beach

The Beach House
When is the best time to visit Cairns City?
Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Avg. price | $74 AUD | $77 AUD | $77 AUD | $80 AUD | $83 AUD | $79 AUD | $94 AUD | $94 AUD | $88 AUD | $83 AUD | $77 AUD | $74 AUD |
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 |
Quick stats about house rentals in Cairns City
Total holiday rentals
Explore 50 holiday rentals in Cairns City
Nightly prices starting at
Cairns City holiday rentals start at $31 AUD per night before taxes and fees
Verified guest reviews
Over 4,370 verified reviews to help you choose
Family-friendly holiday rentals
10 properties offer extra space and kid-friendly amenities
Holiday rentals with a pool
10 properties feature pools
Rentals with dedicated workspaces
30 properties have a dedicated workspace
Wi-Fi availability
50 of Cairns City holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access
Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wi-Fi and Pool across Cairns City rentals
4.8 Average rating
Cairns City stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
Destinations to explore
- Cairns Holiday rentals
- Port Douglas Holiday rentals
- Townsville Holiday rentals
- Whitsundays Holiday rentals
- Palm Cove Holiday rentals
- Magnetic Island Holiday rentals
- North Queensland Holiday rentals
- Trinity Beach Holiday rentals
- Atherton Holiday rentals
- Yungaburra Holiday rentals
- Daintree Holiday rentals
- Bowen Holiday rentals
- Rentals with beach access Cairns City
- Waterfront rentals Cairns City
- Rentals with a hot tub Cairns City
- Rentals with a patio Cairns City
- Serviced apartment rentals Cairns City
- Rentals with a sauna Cairns City
- Family-friendly rentals Cairns City
- Rentals with pools Cairns City
- Pet-friendly rentals Cairns City
- Fitness-friendly rentals Cairns City
- Rentals with outdoor seating Cairns City
- Rentals with a washing machine and dryer Cairns City
- Apartment rentals Cairns City
- Smoking-friendly rentals Cairns City
- Condo rentals Cairns City
- House rentals Cairns Regional
- House rentals Queensland
- House rentals Australia
- Palm Cove Beach
- Ellis Beach
- Four Mile Beach
- Crystal Cascades
- Cairns Botanic Gardens
- Nudey Beach
- Hartley's Crocodile Adventures
- Cairns Aquarium
- Wonga Beach
- Sugarworld Adventure Park
- Yarrabah Beach
- Mirage Country Club
- Palm Beach
- Turtle Creek Beach
- Pretty Beach
- Barron Beach
- Second Beach
- Bullburra Beach
- Bulburra Beach
- Mossman Golf Club