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Latest Australia holiday rental deals

MOST POPULARBrisbane
Holiday homes from £24
Cairns
Holiday homes from £73
Perth
Holiday homes from £18
Sydney
Holiday homes from £113
Melbourne
Holiday homes from £92
Surfers Paradise
Holiday homes from £26

Best Australia holiday rentals

Most recommended holiday rentals in Australia

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Whitsunday Apartments - Hamilton Island - Dining room
Whitsunday Apartments
Hamilton Island, QLD, Australia
8.8Very Good(2314)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£218+
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kookaburra beach house coogee - Coogee - Living room
kookaburra beach house coogee
Coogee, NSW, Australia
9.1Wonderful(20)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£245+
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Stylish & Cozy Beach Studio, 5min walk to Bondi Beach - Bondi Beach - Building
Stylish & Cozy Beach Studio, 5min walk to Bondi Beach
Bondi Beach, NSW, Australia
6.3Okay(17)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£149+
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Burleigh on the Beach - Burleigh Heads - Balcony
Burleigh on the Beach
Burleigh Heads, QLD, Australia
8.8Very Good(1097)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£104+
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Belmore Terrace Perfect Pad Just 100 metres to the beach - Noosa Heads - Kitchen
Belmore Terrace Perfect Pad Just 100 metres to the beach
Noosa Heads, QLD, Australia
9.4Wonderful(5)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
£372+
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Raes by the river - Noosa Heads - Patio
Raes by the river
Noosa Heads, QLD, Australia
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
£324+
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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
£193+
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Madison Capital Executive Apartments - Canberra - Lobby
Madison Capital Executive Apartments
Canberra, ACT, Australia
7.9Good(3162)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£78+
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Lovely Modern Coogee Apartment - Coogee - Bedroom
Lovely Modern Coogee Apartment
Coogee, NSW, Australia
7.5Good(5)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£185+
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Stylish 2-Bed Apartment With Bbq Patio Near Beach - Coogee - Dining room
Stylish 2-Bed Apartment With Bbq Patio Near Beach
Coogee, NSW, Australia
8.8Very Good(19)
Air conditioning
£116+
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The Panorama 3, Hamilton Island 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Ocean View Modern Apartment - Hamilton Island - Beach
The Panorama 3, Hamilton Island 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Ocean View Modern Apartment
Hamilton Island, QLD, Australia
8.6Very Good(20)
Parking
Airport shuttle
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
£227+
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Horizons Holiday Apartments - Burleigh Heads - Patio
Horizons Holiday Apartments
Burleigh Heads, QLD, Australia
8.5Very Good(302)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£116+
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Across the road from the beach and 3 minutes walk to vibrant Peregian Village - Noosa Heads - Bedroom
Across the road from the beach and 3 minutes walk to vibrant Peregian Village
Noosa Heads, QLD, Australia
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£240+
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Prime Bondi Lifestyle 50m to beach w Parking - Bondi Beach - Patio
Prime Bondi Lifestyle 50m to beach w Parking
Bondi Beach, NSW, Australia
7.0Good(3)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
£132+
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Dana-Private Room in 3-Bedroom Apartment 2 - Canberra
Dana-Private Room in 3-Bedroom Apartment 2
Canberra, ACT, Australia
7.9Good(14)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
£63+
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Breathtaking Bondi Beach - Bondi Beach
Breathtaking Bondi Beach
Bondi Beach, NSW, Australia
9.7Wonderful(9)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
£436+
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Low season

May

High season

December

Average price (weeknight)

£147

Average price (weekend night)

£144
Cheapest month to stay with an average 17% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 33% 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 July and April.
  • The cheapest night for renting a holiday home in Australia is Thursday. In contrast, the most expensive is Tuesday.
  • 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 £35, while the most expensive was £113.
  • Pool, kitchen/kitchenette, air-conditioned, parking, pet friendly, and spa are the most popular holiday rental property amenities in Australia
  • Holiday rentals in Australia are around 9% more expensive than hotels on average. Search here to compare prices for all accommodation types in Australia.
  • Western Australia is the region in Australia with the most affordable holiday rental properties, with around 7,309 properties and an average price of £94 per night. The most popular holiday homes in Western Australia are Garden Apartment @ Scarborough Beach - Free Parking & Wifi, Broome Vacation Village, and Pelicans Albany Middleton Beach.
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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 (10% of total searches to Australia). The next most popular destinations are Perth (10%) and Adelaide (7%). Searches for holida rentals in Melbourne (7%), Brisbane (5%) and Surfers Paradise (4%) 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 £21. 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 £501.

  • 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 £2,148.

  • 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, chalets, cottages, houses, campsites, homestays, luxury tents, villas, campgrounds, cabins, lodges, farm stays, bungalows, caravans, condos, caravan parks, agritourism, boats, motorhomes, towers, cruises 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 Newtown Cozy Stays and Jamala Wildlife Lodge.

  • 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 home that can sleep 6 people or more by KAYAK users is 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.

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