Great Barrier Reef vacation rentals

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MOST POPULARCairns
Vacation homes from $72
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Vacation homes from $181
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Vacation homes from $122
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Vacation homes from $96

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Comfortable units in CBD - Cairns
Comfortable units in CBD
Cairns CBD
7.9Good(24)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$109+
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Holiday Lodge Apartment - Cairns North
Holiday Lodge Apartment
Cairns North, QLD, Australia
6.2Okay(123)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$109+
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Anchor In Holiday Units South Mission Beach - Mission Beach
Anchor In Holiday Units South Mission Beach
Mission Beach, QLD, Australia
8.3Very good(59)
Parking
Pool
$124+
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Gladstone Heights Executive Apartments - Gladstone - Bedroom
Gladstone Heights Executive Apartments
Gladstone, QLD, Australia
9.2Wonderful(134)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$128+
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Grey Whale Anchor Inn U3 - Cairns North
Grey Whale Anchor Inn U3
Cairns North, QLD, Australia
8.0Very good(1)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$135+
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Waterfront Luxury with Panoramic Sea Views - Cairns North - Bedroom
Waterfront Luxury with Panoramic Sea Views
Cairns North, QLD, Australia
Free Wi-Fi
$144+
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Tropicana Boutique Hotel - 1 - Cairns North - Living room
Tropicana Boutique Hotel - 1
Cairns North, QLD, Australia
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$150+
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SeaBreeze City Loft- 2km to Centre. 4km to Airport - Cairns North - Bedroom
SeaBreeze City Loft- 2km to Centre. 4km to Airport
Cairns North, QLD, Australia
10Wonderful(1)
Free Wi-Fi
$157+
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Lotus Lakes - Resort Style Living - Cairns North - Pool
Lotus Lakes - Resort Style Living
Cairns North, QLD, Australia
8.4Very good(6)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$198+
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Cosmo 14 Cairns Stay - Cairns North
Cosmo 14 Cairns Stay
Cairns North, QLD, Australia
9.3Wonderful(2)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$215+
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Echelon Apartments Yeppoon - Yeppoon - Building
Echelon Apartments Yeppoon
Yeppoon, QLD, Australia
8.5Very good(1041)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$251+
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Whitsunday Apartments - Hamilton Island - Dining room
Whitsunday Apartments
Hamilton Island, QLD, Australia
8.7Very good(2444)
Airport shuttle
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Spa
$260+
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Modern Apartment with Esplanade Views - Cairns North - Living room
Modern Apartment with Esplanade Views
Cairns North, QLD, Australia
$269+
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Stylish Apartment with City Views, Pool, and Walkable Cairns Location - Trinity Beach - Balcony
Stylish Apartment with City Views, Pool, and Walkable Cairns Location
Trinity Beach, QLD, Australia
Free Wi-Fi
$360+
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Seascape on Shutehaven - Whitsunday Views Holiday Home - Shute Harbour - Bedroom
Seascape on Shutehaven - Whitsunday Views Holiday Home
Shute Harbour, QLD, Australia
9.2Wonderful(3)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$439+
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Aquarius Esplanade Retreat - Cairns - Bedroom
Aquarius Esplanade Retreat
Cairns CBD
9.2Wonderful(5)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$492+
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February
December
$177
$180
Cheapest month to stay with an average 27% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 36% 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 $315.
  • Vacation rentals in Great Barrier Reef are around 36% 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 Trinity Beach, with around 151 properties and an average price of $100. The most popular vacation rentals in Great Barrier Reef among KAYAK users are Beachfront Apartments on Trinity Beach, On The Beach Cairns, and Sea Change Beachfront 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 $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 $1,196.

  • 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 $5,124.

  • 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, cabins, campgrounds, chalets, cottages, holiday parks, homestays, lodges, villas, condos, farm stays, caravan parks, 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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