
Vacation rentals with beach access in Cairns
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Absolute Beach Front Surf Shack
Unique beachfront shack nestled in the quiet streets of Holloways Beach. Just 10mins from the Airport and 15mins from the CBD, this is one of few absolute beachfront locations in Cairns offering a place to escape. The cosy open living accom has sea views from the deck and front rooms. With direct beach access, all you have to do is step off the deck. Here you can enjoy a cuppa or quiet beverages looking out over the sea. Experience falling asleep listening to the waves gently lapping the shore.

Beach House Hideaway, POOL FRONT, walk to beach!
Retreat to a little piece of paradise, with a large pool at your doorstep, and the beach a quick stroll away. Close to Palm Cove and 30 min drive to the city. In our tropical garden, the beach themed guest house has all the comforts of home. Spacious, air conditioned, with kitchen, bbq, and pool side furniture. Free wifi + Netflix. Our house is across the garden. So at hand for local tips or anything you may need. Come and stay, we’d love to share our little piece of paradise with you!

Official Resort Booking - Studio
Book Direct and Enjoy Exclusive Benefits! Only when you book directly, you’ll enjoy exclusive use of all resort facilities, Our on-site team is here to provide immediate, personal service — from a friendly face-to-face welcome and guided tour of our facilities to helping you plan your adventures at our convenient tour desk something you won’t get through any other host. So why pay more elsewhere? Just moments from stunning Trinity Beach, Blue Lagoon Resort offers the perfect tropical escape.

🐬Aloha Palm Cove Girly Paradise🐬Wifi/400mToBeach🏖
Nestled just behind the Sea Temple Resort & positioned at the side of our luxury home is a lovely little space for a solo traveller (Male or Female). The Guest Suite is surrounded by the Rainforest mountains and a short 10min stroll will have you at the famous Seaside Resort Town of Palm Cove. From here you can spend your days relaxing on the beach under a palm tree, taking a kayak tour over to Double Is, hiking the new Wangetti Trail or visiting the many cafe’s, shops & pretty boutique's.

Unique Beachfront Unit ‘Dome by the Sea’
Unique 'Dome by the Sea' comfortably accommodates two adults. The best beach escape anyone can wish for with the beach literally at your door. Visitors are amazed by the spacious, well appointed unit. Location is ideal, offering easy access to the wider Cairns region, Atherton Tablelands & Port Douglas. A great base to explore from. With a pool at your door & a fantastic front garden area, this is an ideal place to unwind. An easy stroll to all amenities, restaurants, mini mart and tavern.

ABSOLUTE BEACHFRONT! 🌴 Cairns Beachside retreat
Come and relax in our beachfront retreat. This spacious self contained apartment includes a combined kitchen, living and dining room with beachviews. Two queen size bedrooms (one with additonal single bed), modern twoway bathroom and a shared laundry facility for your convenience. Perfect for a couples sneaky weekend away or perfect for a family fun holiday. Enjoy a stroll on the beach, roam around our beautiful gardens or a splash in our large infinity pool. Relax, unwind, recharge!

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.

Comfy studio guesthouse, pool, Smithfield Cairns.
This self-contained, open-plan, stand-alone executive Studio Suite Guesthouse is stylishly decorated with quality comforts. Plunge pool with views. Great location at Smithfield Heights north of Cairns city. Wake up to the sound of birds. Easy travel access to Beaches, Port Douglas, Daintree, Kuranda, Atherton, and Mareeba Highlands. Walk to University and shops. Stay Includes - Welcome snack provisions. Quality Hospitality "Essentials" provided, plus additional Consumables.

Coral Sea Penthouse - Ocean Views. On Esplanade
Penthouse Level apartment situated in the heart of the city overlooking the Esplanade lagoon.... what more could you want? This luxurious and spacious property offers guests the most amazing views, amenities in the best location in Cairns. Take the lift down to the Esplanade (entrance next to the Night markets) and you can walk to the Reef Fleet Terminal, Lagoon and to some of the most incredible Restaurants that Cairns has to offer! Apartment size - 139 square meters.

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.

Tropical Bliss
MUST BE COVID SAFE Local cafes and restaurants only a 5 min walk, 10min walk to the botanical gardens, CBD is only 12mins by car. The studio is spacious, light and airey. Once inside, views to the pool which is surrounded by tropical garden. In the pool area there is a large sunbed for relaxing, morning coffee or a quiet sundowner. My place is very private, quiet and you will have a real local experience. It offers your own BBQ for cooking.

Luxury one bed Apt 323: Ocean Front Resort & Spa
Take a break in this luxury one bed apartment located in the Pullman Sea Temple & Spa Palm Coves favourite beach front resort. Perfect for a romantic getaway or a well earned rest. Relax in beautiful pools , work out in the fully equipped gym, treat yourself to a spa treatment or simply enjoy a stroll along one of Australia's finest beaches to the beautiful Palm Cove village with it's numerous casual cafes and world class restaurants.
Popular amenities for Cairns beach access rentals
Apartment rentals with beach access

Lakes Resort Hideaway for 2 (4 Pools)

Makilaki Tropical Haven Machans Beach Cairns

Inner City One Bedroom Apartment

1 Bedroom Beachfront Villa with Direct Pool Access

Tropical Escape—Coastal Daydreams with Rooftop Spa

Esplanade apartment sleeps 5

Palm Cove Temple by the Sea

Amaroo at Trinity - Ocean View Studio
House rentals with beach access

Coconut Blue - Own Private Pool | Beach Easy Walk

Family Holiday unit

Luxury ocean property “ La Flotte” in North Qld

Quintessential Kewarra Classy 3BR home & Huge Pool

"Namaste" - Private pool oasis in Palm Cove

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

Family Friendly-Wi-Fi, Netflix, Backyard-fits 10

Beach House on Cinderella - absolute beachfront
Condo rentals with beach access

Tropical Oasis Beachside Apartment

Paradise Penthouse

Temple Swim Out Apartment 106 Palm Cove

Business or Pleasure

Palm Cove Beach Resort Two-Bedroom Apartment

Trinity Beach Tropical Hideaway

1101 Harbour Lights with Ocean Views

Relax at Trinity Beach Getaway, Blue Lagoon.
When is the best time to visit Cairns?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $162 | $139 | $144 | $170 | $157 | $183 | $222 | $208 | $203 | $183 | $163 | $174 |
| Avg. temp | 82°F | 82°F | 81°F | 79°F | 75°F | 73°F | 71°F | 72°F | 75°F | 78°F | 80°F | 82°F |
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640 of Cairns vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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4.8 Average rating
Cairns stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!

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