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Latest Australia holiday rental deals

MOST POPULARBrisbane
Holiday homes from £24
Cairns
Holiday homes from £30
Perth
Holiday homes from £119
Sydney
Holiday homes from £102
Surfers Paradise
Holiday homes from £26

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Dana-Cozy Private Room in Shared Central Apt-Rm 1 - Canberra
Dana-Cozy Private Room in Shared Central Apt-Rm 1
Canberra City
6.9Okay(26)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£53+
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Ingenia Holidays Noosa North - Tewantin - Pool
Ingenia Holidays Noosa North
Tewantin, QLD, Australia
8.4Very Good(696)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
£62+
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Habitat Noosa - Ringtail Creek - Bedroom
Habitat Noosa
Ringtail Creek, QLD, Australia
8.4Very Good(328)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
£76+
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Burleigh on the Beach - Burleigh Heads - Balcony
Burleigh on the Beach
Burleigh Heads, QLD, Australia
8.8Very Good(1130)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£90+
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Urban Studio, Steps From Fremantle's Heart - Fremantle - Restaurant
Urban Studio, Steps From Fremantle's Heart
Fremantle, WA, Australia
6.6Okay(10)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£91+
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Bondi local garden living 5 mins walk to beach - Bondi Beach - Living room
Bondi local garden living 5 mins walk to beach
Bondi Beach, NSW, Australia
6.9Okay(7)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
£123+
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Beachfront Palms 408 - Absolute Beachfront - Palm Beach - Balcony
Beachfront Palms 408 - Absolute Beachfront
Palm Beach, QLD, Australia
Air conditioning
£137+
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Ocean Harbour Views - Perth - Living room
Ocean Harbour Views
Perth, WA, Australia
6.3Okay(72)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
£142+
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Modern Fremantle- Two Bedroom Apartment - Fremantle - Kitchen
Modern Fremantle- Two Bedroom Apartment
Fremantle, WA, Australia
8.0Very Good(2)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£148+
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Cascade Gardens Apartments - Surfers Paradise - Beach
Cascade Gardens Apartments
Surfers Paradise, QLD, Australia
8.4Very Good(296)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£158+
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Bondi Beach Bliss Studio - Bondi Beach
Bondi Beach Bliss Studio
Bondi Beach, NSW, Australia
8.8Very Good(24)
Free Wi-Fi
£161+
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Waterfront spectacular - Fremantle - Building
Waterfront spectacular
Fremantle, WA, Australia
Air conditioning
£164+
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2 Bedroom Luxury in Burleigh Heads! - Burleigh Heads - Living room
2 Bedroom Luxury in Burleigh Heads!
Burleigh Heads, QLD, Australia
9.5Wonderful(4)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£227+
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Luxury Ocean View Burleigh Apartment - Burleigh Heads - Living room
Luxury Ocean View Burleigh Apartment
Burleigh Heads, QLD, Australia
9.0Wonderful(2)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£310+
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Hillhaven Holiday Apartments - Burleigh Heads
Hillhaven Holiday Apartments
Burleigh Heads, QLD, Australia
8.0Very Good(527)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£345+
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Charming Group Getaway - 9 Mins To Burleigh Beach - Burleigh Heads - Living room
Charming Group Getaway - 9 Mins To Burleigh Beach
Burleigh Heads, QLD, Australia
10Wonderful(1)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£585+
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Low season

High season

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Average price (weekend night)

October
December
£136
£141
Cheapest month to stay with an average 12% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 32% 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 April and June.
  • The cheapest night for renting a holiday home in Australia is Friday. In contrast, the most expensive is Monday.
  • Holiday rentals are a popular choice for both long and short-term stays. KAYAK users usually book their holiday rental in Australia for 11 days.
  • The cheapest Australia holiday rental found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £61, while the most expensive was £82.
  • Pool, kitchen/kitchenette, air-conditioned, hot tub, parking, pet friendly, and spa are the most popular holiday rental property amenities in Australia
  • Holiday rentals in Australia are around 4% more expensive than hotels on average. Search here to compare prices for all accommodation types in Australia.
  • Victoria is the region in Australia with the most affordable holiday rental properties, with around 28,162 properties and an average price of £91 per night. The most popular holiday homes in Victoria are Caroline Serviced Apartments Brighton, Brighton Serviced Apartments, and Torquay Holiday Park.

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 Perth (10% of total searches to Australia). The next most popular destinations are Sydney (8%) and Adelaide (8%). Searches for holida rentals in Townsville (6%), Melbourne (6%) and Brisbane (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 £27. 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 £20 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 £408.

  • 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 £1,749.

  • 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, campgrounds, houses, campsites, homestays, villas, chalets, cottages, luxury tents, cabins, lodges, farm stays, bungalows, caravans, condos, caravan parks, agritourism, boats, motorhomes, towers and treehouses.

  • 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 Whitsunday Apartments and Newtown Cozy Stays.

  • 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 Darling Harbour Getaway and Scarborough Apartments.

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

    There are a number of dog and pet-friendly Australia holiday rentals, with around 7% 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 Victoria.

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.

Everything you need to know for your stay in Australia

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