Waterfront holiday rentals in Palm Cove

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Waterfront apartment accommodation

Superhost
Apartment in Cairns City
4.78 out of 5 average rating, 59 reviews

The Reef Pad, ideally located with a stellar view!

JenniferRating, 5 stars1 week ago
Benjamin’s place was perfect! Great location! Easy access to everything while visiting Cairns. Easy check in and excellent communication. Highly recommend!
Apartment in Cairns City
4.78 out of 5 average rating, 73 reviews

Absolute Waterfront Apartment

DonnaRating, 5 stars2 weeks 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
Apartment 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.
Apartment in Cairns City
4.76 out of 5 average rating, 86 reviews

Stunning Water View Apartment - Pool, Gym, Sauna.

PaigeRating, 5 stars3 weeks ago
Perfect stay! Such an amazing location, easy to walk to everything, fun boardwalk, and delicious restaurants!
Guest favourite
Apartment 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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Apartment in Cairns North
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 30 reviews

Esplanade apartment sleeps 5

UrsulaRating, 5 stars1 day ago
We are travelling as 2 couples, including attending a conference at the Cairns Convention Center. Cheryl’s place was just right: spacious and welcoming… easy to walk to the Esplanade and 25 min walk to the Convention Centre, plus the Railway station for the Karanda railway and Skyline adventure.(recommend) Happy to recommend++ Cheryl’s place Thank you for hosting us
Apartment in Cairns City
4.62 out of 5 average rating, 26 reviews

Waterfront Sub-Penthouse Apartment in City Centre

AnnuRating, 5 stars1 week 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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Apartment in Palm Cove
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 103 reviews

Abode Palm Cove Ground Floor Swim Out

KatherineRating, 5 stars3 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, 23 reviews

Villa O’Shea

LindaRating, 5 stars3 days ago
A beautiful location with the sea just outside! Sunrises are superb. Shame you can’t swim in the sea due to the crocs.
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Home in Kewarra Beach
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 72 reviews

Quintessential Kewarra Classy 3BR home & Huge Pool

AalapRating, 5 stars1 day ago
Amazing stay. Enjoyed our time even though it was brief. Had almost all things you need. Highly recommended
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Home in Kuranda
5 out of 5 average rating, 18 reviews

Kuranda Rainforest House

KealohaRating, 5 stars4 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
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 108 reviews

Absolute Beachfront House @palmtreesforever_aus

KarlaRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
We had the most memorable few days staying at this gorgeous property - plenty of space to relax, and perfectly kitted out for a super fun time with friends. Everything is of high quality and Graham and Leigh provided thoughtful touches as well as suggestions of what to do in the area. We absolutely loved it and can highly recommend it - it is just out of Cairns so perfect to nip into town, but Holloways has the feel of a tropical island and the house itself is just choice. We hope to be back soon!
Superhost
Home in Kewarra Beach
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 27 reviews

BIG Beach House Tranquility - beachfront renovated

BarbaraRating, 5 stars2 weeks 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 stars1 week 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 stars3 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 condo accommodation

Superhost
Condo in Cairns City
4.7 out of 5 average rating, 40 reviews

325 Harbour Lights with Garden View

DeeRating, 5 stars6 days ago
The apartment was very comfortable and had all the amenities needed. The aircon could be changed in every room (important in Cairns), the beds were super comfortable and the kitchen had everything needed. I found it a really nice balance between a hotel and airbnb. Thomas was very friendly and accommodating and I would definitely stay here again.
Superhost
Condo 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
Condo 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
Condo in Trinity Beach
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 16 reviews

Trinity Beach Tropical Hideaway

MeenakshiRating, 5 stars4 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
Condo in Cairns North
4.69 out of 5 average rating, 117 reviews

Esplanade 1 Bedroom Apartment with pool

AlexRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
Nice apartment, good location. Walkable into town and the waterfront. Would definitely recommend this stay
Top Guest favourite
Condo 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
Condo 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
Condo in Cairns
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 214 reviews

2 Bedroom Condo "w" Pool entrance off your balcony

ShreejitRating, 5 stars4 days ago
This stay was perfect for family. Vanessa is a great host. She was very responsive and helpful, especially with flexibility regarding check in and check out timings. The apartment is tidy, clutter free, peaceful and has all the amenities one would need for several days of stay. I would love to visit again in future.. :)

Quick stats about waterfront rentals in Palm Cove

  • Total rentals

    90 properties

  • Nightly prices starting at

    $77 AUD before taxes and fees

  • Total number of reviews

    2.9K reviews

  • Family-friendly rentals

    70 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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