
Guest house holiday rentals in Cairns
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Total holiday rentals
Explore 50 holiday rentals in Cairns

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Cairns holiday rentals start at $13 SGD per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly holiday rentals
10 properties offer extra space & child-friendly amenities

Holiday rentals with a pool
20 properties feature pools

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
20 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wifi availability
40 of Cairns holiday rentals include wifi access

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Cairns rentals

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

Nearby attractions
Cairns’s top spots include Cairns Botanic Gardens, Cairns Aquarium and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
Top-rated guest house rentals in Cairns
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Beach House Hideaway, POOL FRONT, walk to beach!
A little piece of paradise with a tropical pool at your doorstep, and a 3 min stroll to the beach. 5 mins drive from Palm Cove and 30 min from Cairns city. The beach themed guest house is on our property and has all the comforts of home. Spacious, air conditioned, with kitchen, bbq, and pool side furniture. Free wifi + Netflix. Our house is just 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!
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The Bunker - peaceful retreat in premier suburb.
The Bunker is a newly renovated self contained garden studio apartment in beautiful Edge Hill Cairns. It is suitable for Couples, Solo Travellers or Business People. Public transport is a 2 min walk to the end of street if you do not have your own transport. Off street parking is available to you also. We offer you a Queen Bed, Air Conditioning, Fan, Kitchenette, table/chairs, Bathroom, Toilet, TV and free WiFi. All linen is supplied. You also have access to Swimming Pool, Deck Chairs and B.B.Q
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Dreamcatcher: Hampton Style Rainforest Guesthouse
Welcome to our private rainforest guesthouse. Nestled atop a hill in the rainforest. Wildlife surrounds with peacocks, bush turkeys, scrub fowl, eagles and other native animals. The totally private guesthouse is near new and part of our National Award Winning Sustainable property, designed by the host. Please note: Not suitable for 4 adults. See rules. 20 minutes drive to the CBD and Airport. Close to northern Beaches, James Cook University, 20 mins to Kuranda and 40 mins to Port Douglas.
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Tropical Bliss
Local cafes and restaurants only a 5 min walk, 10min walk to the botanical gardens, bus stop is around the corner and the CBD is only 12mins by car. The studio is spacious, light and airey. Once inside, views to the pool which is are surrounded by tropical gardens. In the pool area there is a large sunbed for relaxing, morning coffee or a quiet sundowner. quiet and you will have a real local experience. It offers your own BBQ for cooking it has only a kitchenette with microwave and air fryer.
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Studio unit in Edge Hill
This studio unit is only a short stroll to Edge Hill's cafes & restaurants, Botanical Gardens and Mt Whitfield walking tracks. It is also only a 5 min drive to the Cairns Airport and a 8 min drive to the Cairns CBD and Esplanade. This unit provides the perfect space for either one or two people and has everything you need for a comfortable stay. * Kitchen is fully equipped and has an oven, microwave and fridge * Bathroom has a shower, toilet and washing machine * Linen & Towels are provided
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Large Absolute City Centre Apartment w. Free Wifi
You will love the comfort, space and security of this large upstairs, city living apartment. Recently renovated and refurbished, this apartment is right in the heart of the CBD. Only one block from Cairns Central Shopping Centre and one block from the city mall. There are 12 restaurants/coffee shops with 150 metres of your doorstep! You can walk to everything including the esplanade swimming lagoon, train station and most tourist operators. We have everything you need to get started!
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Garden Retreat with Pool - fully detached Studio
Welcome to our spacious, self-contained studio apartment with vaulted ceilings and air conditioning. Nestled in the garden at the back of the property, it's adjacent to a saltwater pool and overlooks private landscaped gardens. Completed in January 2023, this purpose-built studio offers a comfy King-size bed, a fully equipped kitchen with a toaster oven, a one-burner induction stovetop, and a full-sized fridge. The modern bathroom includes a shower, ensuring a relaxing and enjoyable stay.
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Singing Birds
Unwind in our peaceful self-contained guesthouse, set on 3 acres of tranquil greenery. Wake to the sound of native birdsong, cool off in the pool, and enjoy the chance to spot red-legged pademelons, striped possums and all the other wildlife surrounding the guesthouse. The guesthouse is private, comfortable, and perfectly located for exploring Cairns, Kuranda, Mareeba and the Atherton Tablelands. We live in the main house on the property and are happy to assist if needed.
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Trinity Beach Oasis
Welcome to your serene beachside oasis in beautiful Trinity Beach — where tropical calm meets modern comfort. Start your mornings with a coffee in the fresh sea air, then enjoy a breezy 7-minute stroll to the beach, cafés, restaurants and local favourites. Shops and essentials are just 2 minutes away, making everything effortless. Peaceful, stylish and thoughtfully prepared, this is the perfect place to unwind, reset and soak up paradise. 🌿✨
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Beachfront Cairns Clifton Beach Small Pet friendly
Beachfront,rustic beach style Cairns northern beaches , small house pet allowed, private entire place with own fenced courtyard, car park & private entrance. Opposite beautiful Clifton Beach with a netted patrolled swimming area , walking distance to shops / restaurants.A bike path out front with leisure bikes provided to enjoy. Bus to cairns across the road . The flamingo theme is a symbol of welcome & a perfect relaxing beach side getaway.
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Argentea Beachfront House
Nestled in a tightly held, secluded estate, this 2-bedroom apartment is a masterclass in coastal design. By eliminating the road between the home and the tide, the residence offers an immersive oceanfront experience rarely found in North Queensland. The layout is a clever dialogue between two landscapes: one side embraces the sparkling expanse of the Coral Sea, while the other looks back into a tranquil bushland canopy.
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Leafy green guesthouse with pool
A fully self contained flat ideal for couples or solo travellers who want their own space to relax after a day of exploring the wonders of Far North Queensland. Cool off on those hot tropical Cairns days in the pool, then relax in the lush backyard. All living spaces are air conditioned. Located adjacent Cairns city, the airport, esplanade, botanic gardens, restaurant and shops are all within 5-10 minutes drive.
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Popular amenities for guest house rentals in Cairns
Family-friendly guest house rentals

Accessible Queen with Single
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Adorable guesthouse with garden views and pool
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Private Detached Room w/ AC. 30 min walk to city
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Timber & Tide | Beachside - Private - Comfortable.
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Cairns-Modern, Sleek & Self Contained Granny Flat
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Self contained Guesthouse
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Tropic Studio | A unique hidden gem | 4km to city!
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Guest house rentals with a patio

Sunbird house - a cheerful 3 broom house with pool
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Bel-Air Studio
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Tropical Guesthouse minutes to Airport and Cairns
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Haven Guesthouse backs onto peaceful bushland.
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Haven39
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Tropical Paradise Villa
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Lush Getaway
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Boutique Mediterranean Inspired Studio
Guest house rentals with a washing machine and dryer

Best Of Both: Close to beaches and venues.
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Trinity Sunset Stay
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Cosy 1 bedroom unit
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Rainforest Valley Cottage
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Self contained 2 bedroom unit with views.
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This is Trinity beach
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Private Tropical Loft with Mountain View poolside.

bunk bed Room. bed 2 upper
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When is the best time to visit Cairns?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $118 SGD | $127 SGD | $125 SGD | $130 SGD | $133 SGD | $134 SGD | $125 SGD | $124 SGD | $125 SGD | $120 SGD | $116 SGD | $127 SGD |
| Avg. temp | 28°C | 28°C | 27°C | 26°C | 24°C | 23°C | 22°C | 22°C | 24°C | 25°C | 27°C | 28°C |
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