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NRMA Cairns Holiday Park

NRMA Cairns Holiday Park
4.0 star property
Manunda
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (168)
"My second time here and as always it was a nice stay. Very safe quiet and relaxing stay. The shared facilities is clean and the other campers are respectful. Close to the central business district, so plenty to do."
Australia
Hai
The price is NZ$77
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan 2026
NRMA Cairns Holiday Park

Ranch Retreat Kewarra Beach

Ranch Retreat Kewarra Beach
3.0 star property
Kewarra Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12)
"Beautiful accommodation,spotlessly"
United Kingdom
KARL
The price is NZ$319
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
Ranch Retreat Kewarra Beach

Cairns Beach Resort

Cairns Beach Resort
3.5 star property
Holloways Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (343)
"Staff, girl at counter was very nice to us. pool was great. "
Australia
F
The price is NZ$266
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Cairns Beach Resort

Beachfront Apartments on Trinity Beach

Beachfront Apartments on Trinity Beach
4.5 star property
Trinity Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (546)
"Awesome location and large, clean condo. Beautiful front and back decks and friendly management"
Canada
Todd
The price is NZ$492
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan 2026
Beachfront Apartments on Trinity Beach

Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore

Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore
5.0 star property
Palm Cove
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (541)
"Great location and staff"
United States
Tarryn
The price is NZ$413
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan 2026
Alamanda Palm Cove by Lancemore

Villa Vaucluse Apartments of Cairns

Villa Vaucluse Apartments of Cairns
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (9)
"This was a great location and walkable to the harbor, night market and train station. Communication with the owner was great!"
United States
Sara
The price is NZ$215
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan 2026
Villa Vaucluse Apartments of Cairns

Tropic Towers Apartments

Tropic Towers Apartments
3.5 star property
Cairns North
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (194)
"Property was well maintained & it’s close to the airport. Easy access to public transport. Service was excellent, clear communication & friendly staff at reception. Overall great experience."
Australia
Sivaramakrishnan
The price is NZ$203
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Tropic Towers Apartments

Roydon Beachfront Apartments

Roydon Beachfront Apartments
4.5 star property
Trinity Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (689)
"Roydon Apartments was a perfect spot to stay at! The staff were very helpful with our many questions and the unit was huge, very clean and comfortable! If we are ever on this side of the world again, we would definitely stay there again!"
Canada
Margaret
The price is NZ$475
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Roydon Beachfront Apartments

Trinity Beach Oasis-Uncover serenity and sophistication at our beachside.

Trinity Beach Oasis-Uncover serenity and sophistication at our beachside.
Trinity Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (11)
"Absolutely lovely accommodation, everything you could possibly need and a warm and available manager. "
Australia
Gregory
The price is NZ$240
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan 2026
Trinity Beach Oasis-Uncover serenity and sophistication at our beachside.

Sea Change Beachfront Apartments

Sea Change Beachfront Apartments
5.0 star property
Trinity Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1374)
"Great accommodation huge patio fans air con kitchen fully equipped lovely staff would highly recommend"
Australia
JULIE MAREE
The price is NZ$455
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
Sea Change Beachfront Apartments

Mantra Trilogy

Mantra Trilogy
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1293)
"Staff friendly lovely pool close to the shops"
Australia
Sheldon
The price is NZ$212
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Mantra Trilogy

Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments
4.0 star property
Trinity Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (501)
"All the staff was very helpful & the apartments are in great location "
Australia
neil
The price is NZ$282
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
Trinity Beach Club Holiday Apartments

Piermonde Apartments - Cairns

Piermonde Apartments - Cairns
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (402)
"Fantastic property very spacious would definitely stay again highly recommend "
Australia
Michelle
The price is NZ$321
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan 2026
Piermonde Apartments - Cairns

The Palms at Palm Cove

The Palms at Palm Cove
4.0 star property
Palm Cove
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (69)
"This was one of the nicest boutique hotels we stayed in Australia. The accommodation was very clean. The beds were super comfortable. The grounds of the hotel were stunning. Anna, Trent and Jorge were very kind and super friendly. We would definitely recommend this hotel and look forward to staying again when in Palm Cove."
Canada
Julia
The price is NZ$303
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
The Palms at Palm Cove

Villa Marine Holiday Apartments

Villa Marine Holiday Apartments
3.5 star property
Yorkeys Knob
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (12)
"Lovely, Clean, quiet, Friendly, Peter is very accommadating "
Australia
Kylie
The price is NZ$309
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Villa Marine Holiday Apartments

Queenslander apartment with plenty of space and very tropical.Sleeps six people.

Queenslander apartment with plenty of space and very tropical.Sleeps six people.
Whitfield
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (62)
"Very spacious and clean, and hosts are gracious and welcoming! "
United States
Nancy O.
The price is NZ$341
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan 2026
Queenslander apartment with plenty of space and very tropical.Sleeps six people.

Sea Point On Trinity Beach

Sea Point On Trinity Beach
4.5 star property
Trinity Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (198)
"Beach view was excellent spa pool wasn’t working at all and staff was friendly "
Australia
Alma Dolores
The price is NZ$288
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Sea Point On Trinity Beach

Reef Gateway Apartments

Reef Gateway Apartments
4.0 star property
Cairns North
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (13)
"This was a nice place and secure place"
Australia
Damian
The price is NZ$334
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026
Reef Gateway Apartments

Best Location in Cairns - Ocean Views

Best Location in Cairns - Ocean Views
Cairns Central Business District
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (68)
"Beautiful location, great amenities."
United States
Shelby L.
Best Location in Cairns - Ocean Views

Southern Cross Atrium Apartments

Southern Cross Atrium Apartments
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1603)
"This was a great place to stay"
Australia
Erin
The price is NZ$263
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Southern Cross Atrium Apartments
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