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Latest Great Barrier Reef vacation rental deals

MOST POPULARHamilton Island
Vacation homes from $276
Cairns
Vacation homes from $72
Townsville
Vacation homes from $69
Port Douglas
Vacation homes from $87
Noosa Heads
Vacation homes from $96

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Essence Peregian - Kamala 3 Bedroom Luxury Home - Noosa Heads - Pool
Essence Peregian - Kamala 3 Bedroom Luxury Home
Noosa Heads, QLD, Australia
10Wonderful(1)
House
$517+
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Beachfront Apartments on Trinity Beach - Trinity Beach - Bedroom
Beachfront Apartments on Trinity Beach
Trinity Beach, QLD, Australia
9.3Wonderful(457)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Spa
$180+
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Whitsunday Apartments - Hamilton Island - Dining room
Whitsunday Apartments
Hamilton Island, QLD, Australia
8.7Very good(2517)
Apartment
Airport shuttle
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Spa
$310+
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Cocos Holiday Apartments - Trinity Beach - Beach
Cocos Holiday Apartments
Trinity Beach, QLD, Australia
8.6Very good(129)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$124+
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Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments - Trinity Beach - Pool
Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments
Trinity Beach, QLD, Australia
8.6Very good(815)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Spa
$138+
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Vue Apartments Trinity Beach - Trinity Beach - Bedroom
Vue Apartments Trinity Beach
Trinity Beach, QLD, Australia
9.2Wonderful(567)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$231+
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Essence Peregian Beach Resort - Saltbush 5 Bedroom Luxury Home - Peregian Beach - Pool
Essence Peregian Beach Resort - Saltbush 5 Bedroom Luxury Home
Peregian Beach, QLD, Australia
9.4Wonderful(11)
House
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$754+
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Unit 183 Amaroo Spacious Family Unit - Nelly Bay - Living room
Unit 183 Amaroo Spacious Family Unit
Nelly Bay, QLD, Australia
8.0Very good(3)
Apartment
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$122+
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Koola Beach Apartments Bargara - Bargara - Living room
Koola Beach Apartments Bargara
Bargara, QLD, Australia
8.9Very good(491)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Spa
$139+
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Studio Apartment In Hervey Bay Qld - Torquay - Bedroom
Studio Apartment In Hervey Bay Qld
Torquay, QLD, Australia
8.5Very good(7)
Apartment
Free Wi-Fi
$86+
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Noosa River Retreat - Noosa Heads - Bedroom
Noosa River Retreat
Noosa Heads, QLD, Australia
9.0Wonderful(1182)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Spa
$187+
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Tropical Retreat - 1406 - Nelly Bay - Balcony
Tropical Retreat - 1406
Nelly Bay, QLD, Australia
8.7Very good(34)
House
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$227+
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Hervey Bay Seaside Studio Unit - Hervey Bay - Beach
Hervey Bay Seaside Studio Unit
Hervey Bay, QLD, Australia
9.4Wonderful(22)
Apartment
$90+
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404b Coral Sands - Bundaberg
404b Coral Sands
Bundaberg, QLD, Australia
6.4Okay(28)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$179+
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404a Coral Sands - Bundaberg
404a Coral Sands
Bundaberg, QLD, Australia
8.8Very good(17)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$339+
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Belle Escapes Villa by the C - Palm Cove
Belle Escapes Villa by the C
Palm Cove, QLD, Australia
10Wonderful(2)
House
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$728+
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November
June
$175
$165
Cheapest month to stay with an average 14% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 10% rise in price.
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Top tips for finding the perfect Great Barrier Reef vacation rental

  • Vacation rentals are a popular choice for both long and short-term stays. KAYAK users usually book their vacation rental in Great Barrier Reef for 5 days.
  • The cheapest Great Barrier Reef vacation rental found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $72, while the most expensive was $329.
  • Vacation rentals in Great Barrier Reef are around 41% cheaper than hotels on average. Search here to compare prices for all accommodation types in Great Barrier Reef.
  • The city in Great Barrier Reef with the most affordable vacation homes is Cairns, with around 380 properties and an average price of $104. The most popular vacation rentals in Great Barrier Reef among KAYAK users are 219 Harbour Lights with Ocean Views, Tiki Dreams - With A Large Breezy Balcony, and Affordable Cairns Getaway: Cosy, Convenient, and Full of Charm.

FAQs when booking a vacation home in Great Barrier Reef

  • How much is a vacation rental in Great Barrier Reef for tonight?

    In the last 72 hours, users have found Great Barrier Reef vacation rentals for tonight for as low as $30. Search here for similar prices

  • How much is a vacation rental for a week in Great Barrier Reef?

    The average price for a weekly Great Barrier Reef vacation rental found by KAYAK users in the last 2 weeks is $1,371.

  • How much is a vacation rental for a month in Great Barrier Reef?

    The average price for a monthly Great Barrier Reef vacation rental found by KAYAK users in the last 2 weeks is $5,874.

  • What types of vacation rentals are available in Great Barrier Reef?

    There are loads of different property types that you can make your vacation home in Great Barrier Reef. You’ll find apartments, houses, campgrounds, chalets, cottages, holiday parks, homestays, lodges, villas, condos, cabins, farm stays, luxury tents and caravans.

  • What are some of the most-loved vacation rentals available in Great Barrier Reef?

    There are many types of properties available for Great Barrier Reef vacation rentals. If you’re looking for something special, vacation rentals most loved by KAYAK users are Whitsunday Apartments and Southern Cross Atrium Apartments.

  • Are there any pet-friendly vacation rentals in Great Barrier Reef?

    There are a number of dog and pet-friendly Great Barrier Reef vacation rentals, with around 4% allowing you to bring your pet along with you.

Where to stay in Great Barrier Reef?

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