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

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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(28)
Cabin
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£96+
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Burleigh on the Beach - Burleigh Heads - Balcony
Burleigh on the Beach
Burleigh Heads, QLD, Australia
8.8Very Good(1185)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£110+
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302 Harbour View Cairns - Cairns - Balcony
302 Harbour View Cairns
Cairns CBD
7.0Good(16)
Apartment
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£119+
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Burleigh Beach - Steps away from the Sand - Burleigh Heads - Bedroom
Burleigh Beach - Steps away from the Sand
Burleigh Heads, QLD, Australia
5.4Fair(14)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£131+
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Tony's Getaway in Koala Park + Amazing Beach Views - Burleigh Heads - Balcony
Tony's Getaway in Koala Park + Amazing Beach Views
Burleigh Heads, QLD, Australia
9.8Wonderful(5)
Apartment
Air conditioning
£133+
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Noosa River Retreat - Noosa Heads - Bedroom
Noosa River Retreat
Noosa Heads, QLD, Australia
9.0Wonderful(1177)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£139+
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The Corinda Collection - Hobart - Bedroom
The Corinda Collection
Hobart, TAS, Australia
9.2Wonderful(689)
Lodge
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£166+
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Cairns Central Walking Distance 'Ground Floor' - Cairns - Pool
Cairns Central Walking Distance 'Ground Floor'
Parramatta Park
9.1Wonderful(16)
House
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£172+
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Liquid Paridise Noosaville Houseboat 'Experience More' - Noosa Heads
Liquid Paridise Noosaville Houseboat 'Experience More'
Noosa Heads, QLD, Australia
9.4Wonderful(19)
Apartment
Parking
Pet-friendly
£183+
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Southern Cross Beachfront Holiday Apartments - Burleigh Heads - Bedroom
Southern Cross Beachfront Holiday Apartments
Burleigh Heads, QLD, Australia
7.9Good(660)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£192+
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Coastal Luxe On Hastings St - 2 Bedroom - Noosa Heads
Coastal Luxe On Hastings St - 2 Bedroom
Noosa Heads, QLD, Australia
8.9Very Good(12)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£221+
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Art Deco Coastal Living, Minutes to the Sand - Sydney
Art Deco Coastal Living, Minutes to the Sand
Sydney, NSW, Australia
6.8Okay(5)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
£276+
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H Star Residences-- Paradise Stayz - Surfers Paradise
H Star Residences-- Paradise Stayz
Surfers Paradise, QLD, Australia
8.4Very Good(1577)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£321+
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Cosy Central Burleigh Getaway - Burleigh Heads - Living room
Cosy Central Burleigh Getaway
Burleigh Heads, QLD, Australia
9.0Wonderful(6)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£364+
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A Point of View - Airlie Beach - Pool
A Point of View
Airlie Beach, QLD, Australia
9.3Wonderful(36)
House
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£431+
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Nautilus On The Hill - Airlie Beach - Airlie Beach - Balcony
Nautilus On The Hill - Airlie Beach
Airlie Beach, QLD, Australia
9.2Wonderful(40)
House
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£703+
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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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July
December
£145
£147
Cheapest month to stay with an average 21% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 445% 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 June.
  • The cheapest night for renting a holiday home in Australia is Wednesday. 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 11 days.
  • The cheapest Australia holiday rental found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £88, while the most expensive was £186.
  • 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 14% 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 5,522 properties and an average price of £91 per night. The most popular holiday homes in South Australia are Econo Lodge Dockside Glenelg, Glenelg getaway - Liberty Luxury, and Horizon View at Glenelg Beach.

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 Melbourne (10%) and Perth (9%). Searches for holida rentals in Brisbane (8%), Townsville (6%) and Adelaide (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 £29. 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 £645.

  • 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 £2,764.

  • 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, caravans, farm stays, hotels, condos, agritourism, treehouses, 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 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 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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