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Dandaloo Gardens - Magnetic Island - Living room
Dandaloo Gardens
Magnetic Island, QLD, Australia
9.0Wonderful(980)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$106+
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Emeraldene Inn & Eco-Lodge - Hervey Bay - Bedroom
Emeraldene Inn & Eco-Lodge
Hervey Bay, QLD, Australia
8.4Very good(333)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$128+
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Arlia Sands Apartments - Hervey Bay - Living room
Arlia Sands Apartments
Hervey Bay, QLD, Australia
8.1Very good(430)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$128+
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Cocos Holiday Apartments - Trinity Beach - Pool
Cocos Holiday Apartments
Trinity Beach, QLD, Australia
8.5Very good(127)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$130+
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Mission Beach Shores - Mission Beach - Pool
Mission Beach Shores
Mission Beach, QLD, Australia
9.2Wonderful(270)
Parking
Pool
$142+
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Curtis Central Apartments - Gladstone - Balcony
Curtis Central Apartments
Gladstone, QLD, Australia
7.7Good(361)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$143+
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Trinity Collective - Trinity Beach - Bedroom
Trinity Collective
Trinity Beach, QLD, Australia
9.5Wonderful(81)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$144+
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Kirrama 2 - Mission Beach
Kirrama 2
Mission Beach, QLD, Australia
8.7Very good(24)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$170+
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Absolute Waterfront Magnetic Island - Nelly Bay
Absolute Waterfront Magnetic Island
Nelly Bay, QLD, Australia
9.3Wonderful(353)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$202+
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Salt & Sand - Tropical Oasis Footsteps to Beach - Trinity Beach - Building
Salt & Sand - Tropical Oasis Footsteps to Beach
Trinity Beach, QLD, Australia
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$219+
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Wongalinga - Mission Beach - Pool
Wongalinga
Mission Beach, QLD, Australia
8.8Very good(168)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$227+
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Beachfront Apartments on Trinity Beach - Trinity Beach - Beach
Beachfront Apartments on Trinity Beach
Trinity Beach, QLD, Australia
9.3Wonderful(448)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Spa
$239+
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Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island - Magnetic Island - Balcony
Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island
Magnetic Island, QLD, Australia
8.1Very good(385)
Parking
Pool
$243+
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Whitsunday Apartments - Hamilton Island - Dining room
Whitsunday Apartments
Hamilton Island, QLD, Australia
8.7Very good(2379)
Airport shuttle
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Spa
$292+
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Port Ridge The Hill Penthouse - Port Douglas - Living room
Port Ridge The Hill Penthouse
Port Douglas, QLD, Australia
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$523+
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Trinity Beach Palace Luxury Estate by Belle Escapes - Trinity Beach - Living room
Trinity Beach Palace Luxury Estate by Belle Escapes
Trinity Beach, QLD, Australia
10Wonderful(5)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$2,162+
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February
January
$165
$177
Cheapest month to stay with an average 25% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 45% rise in price.
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Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

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 $107, while the most expensive was $613.
  • Vacation rentals in Great Barrier Reef are around 32% 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 475 properties and an average price of $104. The most popular vacation rentals in Great Barrier Reef among KAYAK users are Southern Cross Atrium Apartments, Homestay - Comfortable home Bayview Heights, and Bay Village Tropical Retreat & Apartments.

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 $29. 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 $979.

  • 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 $4,195.

  • 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, cabins, campgrounds, chalets, cottages, houses, holiday parks, homestays, lodges, villas, caravan parks, farm stays, condos, luxury tents, treehouses 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 Bay Village Tropical Retreat & Apartments.

  • What are the most popular Great Barrier Reef vacation rentals for a large group?

    If you’re a large group then you’ll need plenty of space. The highest rated vacation home that can sleep 6 people or more by KAYAK users is The Cove Noosa.

  • 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 5% allowing you to bring your pet along with you.

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