Family-friendly vacation rentals in Great Barrier Reef

Hemingways was the perfect retreat for my partner and i, the location and bnb is even more beautiful in person. Fifi was a great host, she went above and beyond with the small thoughtful touches that make it feel like home. We would love to come back!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ An Absolutely Magical Stay! From the moment we arrived, this Airbnb felt like something out of a dream. The setting was serene and beautiful, with lush surroundings that made us feel completely immersed in nature. It was almost like I imagined living in a fairy treehouse might feel. Very inspiring! The highlight? Besides the obvious shown in photos in ad - A family of frogmouth owls perched in the tree by the pool, adding an enchanting touch to our mornings and evenings. Don’t get me started on the incredible background noise of the little waterfall running into a stream that can be heard when relaxing on the back deck. 😍 The home itself was impressive, very thoughtfully designed, and equipped with everything we needed for a comfortable and relaxing stay. Our host Wendy was incredibly welcoming and made sure we had everything we needed. If you’re looking for a stay that’s peaceful, unique, and filled with natural beauty, this is the place. We can’t wait to return!

We had a good stay at Peters place!

A great apartment in a clean and secure hotel. The central location made across to trips , resturants and the harbour for trips to Great Barrier Reef very easy. The apartment was very clean , comfortable and as described. KAy even arranged to pick us up at the airport which made arrival very easy . Would book again if visiting Cairns.

We had a great stay here for 5 nights. As others have mentioned the mini bar is great, well priced and very useful. The apartment was extremely spacious and comfortable, the balcony lovely, and the pool was amazing despite the rain!! We hired a car, but it is close to Cairns and the airport and it is very easy to get Ubers. We enjoyed diving on the Great Barrier Reef, Daintree rainforest, Hartley's Croc Park and Cairns Aquarium. Alyssa and Aaron were great with communication and we were so pleased that we were able to have a late check out. We would definitely recommend staying here.

You would be hard to find a better BNB, fantastic unit, clean and beautifully set out. Comfortable bed and everything and more you need. Rhondda and Michael are fantastic, friendly and welcomes you with open arms, we felt very much at home. It's also the little things as well like some groceries to start your stay. Value for money and well worth it, we wouldn't hesitate to go back. Thanks again Rhondda and Michael we had a lovely time with you.

Gorgeous home in a stunning location! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Daintree Magic, it’s hard not to love it there. It was such a welcoming environment to come in to and had everything you needed for an off grid stay. Kate’s instructions were super clear and little touches in the fridge were very welcome. We all loved cooling off in the plunge pool, enjoying the view and listening to all the different sounds of the rainforest. Thank you Kate, you have a wonderful home that we wouldn’t hesitate to revisit should we be this way again ☺️

Beautiful place to stay if you are looking for a great holiday. Loved the resort living and amazing places to eat with everything you need within walking distance. Bec’s place was just what we needed to unwind and really relax. Thank you for allowing us to stay at your condo. Dayana and Alex

If you’ve been scrolling through listings searching for a fabulous family place or one which suits a large group, then you’ve found it. There were four adults and five children in our family and this place still had plenty of room to spare. It’s clean, comfortable, cosy, quiet, relaxing, homely and has absolutely everything you need. If you wish to cook up a feast, it has a pizza oven and even a thermomix! The outdoor entertainment area is awesome and so easy to be outside watching kids roll around on the grass or use the kayaks. The kids reported their bunk room to be better than any they’ve ever used & that’s coming from teenagers. The room is seperate to the other bedrooms so the squealing, laughing & ridiculous dancing is all contained for adults to have quiet space in the pretty surroundings. Ric and Jilly were excellent hosts and we have found a place to return if we’re in the area again. Thank you for sharing your slice of heaven. 🤗🤗

Great stay. Spotless and had everything we needed, even my jetski had a place of its own where I could charge it. Thanks Peter for being a great host.

This apartment is perfect for a stay in Port Douglas. It has everything you need and more, and it was perfectly clean and tidy. The garden was very relaxing, and we ate outside every day. If I could, I would give it 10 stars!

We stayed for a special family occasion and it was special indeed! Rhonda was above and beyond accommodating for our family for this special event. We made well use of all the amenities at the farm, paddled in the river, made pizza dough and cooked them in the pizza oven they were perfect thanks to here detailed instructions. We had camp fires daily and bbq hamburger on the hot plate for lunch, bacon and egg cook ups for breakfast. The firepit is a camp cooks dream 🤩. We couldn’t fault a thing and hope to stay again in the future. Amazing!!

Thanks so much for having us! :) It was everything we needed and more! We appreciate having such a great place to stay and enjoy the region.

Absolutely beautiful and so elegant, would definitely come back to stay and highly recommend.

We absolutely loved our stay at Graham's Airbnb! The place was clean and equipped with everything we needed. The backyard was a highlight—beautifully maintained with local kangaroos making occasional appearances. It provided a peaceful and scenic backdrop, and our dog loved exploring it. Graham was a great host, very attentive and helpful. We highly recommend this charming retreat for anyone looking for a serene getaway. A perfect stay!

We had a great stay at Mark’s place. It was very good value for money, had everything we needed and the communication with the hosts was frequent, clear and informative. If you stay here I would recommend hiring a car not just to visit the sights further afield than Cairns but also as Mark’s place is around 30+ minutes walk from the city centre. Also the TimTams were very well received, thank you!!

We loved our stay at Pool Port Douglas. Kris was very helpful during our stay and listed some great recommendations. The place was perfect for us and we had a great time! Thanks again :))

Very friendly host, spacious house, comfy rooms, got basically everything we need to have a enjoyable stay, had so much fun staying here. it's close to the city, easy to get anywhere

Amazing place to stay , has all the cooking things you need and more. Beautifully planned out , stunning views and a very helpful ,responsive Host . Can not recommend this Home enough ! You will not be disappointed at all!

John’s place was the perfect home for our family holiday. We all meet from interstate and this property was everything we could’ve hoped for. Plenty of space, with each bedroom having their own ensuite. The pool was definitely a favourite for everyone and such a beautiful space. We would definitely recommend this house for anyone’s trip to Port Douglas as it’s about a 10 min drive out of the Main Street and it is super private and a quiet area. It was a very clean house, John was very responsive and helpful when needed.

I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at Robert and Helen’s. the space was clean and comfortable with a beautiful outdoor area and pool for relaxing. I felt very at home there and would definitely stay again.

We had the pleasure of staying at this AirBNB and absolutely loved it! The hosts were extremely accommodating. The location is incredible and very convenient. Thanks for having us Sam and Bernie!

Me and my husband had an awesome stay at Marguerites, we couldn’t have asked for anything more really! The cabana had everything needed and was comfortable, clean, and peaceful. The nature, wallabies, birds and noises were just beautiful. The pool relaxing and fresh. The location perfect. Marguerite was lovely and friendly. We’d love to come back one day!

We had an amazing stay at Tanya’s beautiful 4-bedroom home in Port Douglas! The house was spacious, perfect for our family of four (including two teenagers), with plenty of room for everyone to relax. Having two lounge areas was a bonus, and the kitchen was great—it had everything we needed to cook our own meals after long days out. The pool was a highlight! It was exactly like the photos—sparkling clean and so inviting. Tanya gave us some excellent recommendations for restaurants and local attractions, which we found really helpful. One of our favourite tips was to take a morning walk along the stunning 4 Mile Beach, just a short stroll down the street. The location was ideal, situated on a quiet street but only a 5-minute drive to town. We had a rental car, so it was easy to come and go, and the peaceful surroundings made it feel like a retreat. We recommend it to anyone looking for a spacious, well-equipped home with a great pool in a quiet, convenient location. Thank you, Tanya.