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Latest Australia holiday rental deals

MOST POPULARBrisbane
Holiday homes from £27
Cairns
Holiday homes from £30
Perth
Holiday homes from £17
Sydney
Holiday homes from £92
Melbourne
Holiday homes from £27
Surfers Paradise
Holiday homes from £94

Best Australia holiday rentals

Balboa Apartments - Port Douglas - Living room
Balboa Apartments
Port Douglas, QLD, Australia
9.5Wonderful(197)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£201+
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Whitsunday Apartments - Hamilton Island - Dining room
Whitsunday Apartments
Hamilton Island, QLD, Australia
8.8Very Good(2533)
Apartment
Airport shuttle
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£262+
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Pacific Regis Beachfront Holiday Apartments - Burleigh Heads - Living room
Pacific Regis Beachfront Holiday Apartments
Burleigh Heads, QLD, Australia
8.4Very Good(818)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£235+
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Burleigh Gardens North Hi-Rise Holiday Apartments - Burleigh Heads - Balcony
Burleigh Gardens North Hi-Rise Holiday Apartments
Burleigh Heads, QLD, Australia
7.7Good(452)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£158+
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Riversdale Estate Cottages - Hobart - Living room
Riversdale Estate Cottages
Hobart, TAS, Australia
8.4Very Good(374)
Cottage
Parking
Air conditioning
£133+
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Edge 5 Oceanfront 3-Bedroom Apartment - Featuring an Infinity Pool, Spa Bath, Buggy and Valet Service - Hamilton Island - Balcony
Edge 5 Oceanfront 3-Bedroom Apartment - Featuring an Infinity Pool, Spa Bath, Buggy and Valet Service
Hamilton Island, QLD, Australia
8.2Very Good(23)
Apartment
Parking
Airport shuttle
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
£509+
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429 Apartments & Suites - Hobart - Bedroom
429 Apartments & Suites
Hobart, TAS, Australia
8.5Very Good(1515)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£98+
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Aegean Apartments Surfers Paradise - Surfers Paradise - Balcony
Aegean Apartments Surfers Paradise
Surfers Paradise, QLD, Australia
8.4Very Good(2079)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£195+
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Stylish guesthouse short bush walk to beautiful swim beach. - Cairns - Beach
Stylish guesthouse short bush walk to beautiful swim beach.
Cairns, QLD, Australia
9.9Wonderful(30)
Cabin
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£90+
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Beach Lodges - Hamilton Island - Living room
Beach Lodges
Hamilton Island, QLD, Australia
8.0Very Good(397)
Apartment
Parking
Airport shuttle
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
£310+
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Whitsunday Reflections - Airlie Beach - Bedroom
Whitsunday Reflections
Airlie Beach, QLD, Australia
9.3Wonderful(1754)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£162+
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Cosy Studio - Port Douglas
Cosy Studio
Port Douglas, QLD, Australia
8.5Very Good(30)
Homestay
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£83+
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Penthouse 239 at See Temple Port Douglas - Craiglie
Penthouse 239 at See Temple Port Douglas
Craiglie, QLD, Australia
9.5Wonderful(106)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£309+
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Swan Sea Cozy Retreat at Sandy Bay - Sandy Bay
Swan Sea Cozy Retreat at Sandy Bay
Sandy Bay, TAS, Australia
6.8Okay(9)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
£81+
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Stylish 1BR Apartment with Skylight near Bondi Beach - Bondi Beach
Stylish 1BR Apartment with Skylight near Bondi Beach
Bondi Beach, NSW, Australia
7.3Good(10)
Apartment
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£270+
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Nomad - Luxe Apartment - Port Douglas
Nomad - Luxe Apartment
Port Douglas, QLD, Australia
9.3Wonderful(103)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£226+
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KAYAK’s insights for holiday rentals in Australia

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in Australia with confidence.

How early should you book a vacation rental in Australia?

Book at least 39 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Australia vacation rental.

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Good to know

Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

May
December
£179
£202
Cheapest month to stay with an average 15% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 159% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

Top tips for finding the perfect Australia holiday rental

  • If you’re looking for a cheap holiday rental in Australia, you should consider visiting during the low season. The cheapest holiday homes in Australia can be found in March and September.
  • The cheapest night for renting a holiday home in Australia is Sunday. In contrast, the most expensive is Friday.
  • Holiday rentals are a popular choice for both long and short-term stays. KAYAK users usually book their holiday rental in Australia for 12 days.
  • The cheapest Australia holiday rental found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £51, while the most expensive was £182.
  • Pool, air-conditioned, hot tub, kitchen/kitchenette, parking, pet friendly, and spa are the most popular holiday rental property amenities in Australia
  • Holiday rentals in Australia are around 7% more expensive than hotels on average. Search here to compare prices for all accommodation types in Australia.
  • South Australia is the region in Australia with the most affordable holiday rental properties, with around 5,490 properties and an average price of £90 per night. The most popular holiday homes in South Australia are Gordon Street Cottage, Glenelg Central Studio Aqua, and Bath Street Cottages.

FAQs when booking a holiday home in Australia

  • What is the most popular holiday rental destination in Australia?

    Based on KAYAK holiday rental searches, the most popular destination is Sydney (9% of total searches to Australia). The next most popular destinations are Perth (9%) and Melbourne (8%). Searches for holida rentals in Brisbane (8%), Townsville (6%) and Surfers Paradise (5%) are also popular.

  • How much is a holiday rental in Australia for tonight?

    In the last 72 hours, users have found Australia holiday rentals for tonight for as little as £25. Search here for similar prices

  • How much is a holiday rental in Australia for this weekend?

    In the last 72 hours, users have found Australia holiday rentals for this weekend for as little as £45 per night. Search here for similar prices

  • How much is a holiday rental for a week in Australia?

    The average price for a weekly Australia holiday rental found by KAYAK users in the last 2 weeks is £731.

  • How much is a holiday rental for a month in Australia?

    The average price for a monthly Australia holiday rental found by KAYAK users in the last 2 weeks is £3,132.

  • What types of holiday rentals are available in Australia?

    There are loads of different property types that you can make your holiday home in Australia. You’ll find apartments, cottages, houses, campsites, homestays, villas, cabins, campgrounds, chalets, lodges, aparthotels, luxury tents, hotels, caravans, condos, agritourism, farm stays, hostels and bungalows.

  • What are some of the most-loved holiday rentals available in Australia?

    There are many types of properties available for Australia holiday rentals. If you’re looking for something special, holiday rentals most loved by KAYAK users are Flinders Street 238, Clements House At Federation Square, Melbourne, Australia and Cockatoo Island Accommodation.

  • What are the most popular Australia holiday rentals for a large group?

    If you’re a large group then you’ll need plenty of space. The highest rated holiday homes that can sleep 6 people or more by KAYAK users are Scarborough Apartments and Sun City, 4 Bedroom Ocean View Family Apartment - Kids Stay Free.

  • Are there any pet-friendly holiday rentals in Australia?

    There are a number of dog and pet-friendly Australia holiday rentals, with around 6% allowing you to bring your pet along with you.

  • What are the most popular regions of Australia for holiday rentals?

    Based on KAYAK holiday rental searches, the most popular region to stay in Australia is New South Wales. Other popular choices include Queensland and Western Australia.

Where to stay in Australia?

Our map will help you find the perfect place to stay in Australia by showing you the exact location of each holiday home.

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