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Lovely waterfront 2 bedrooms condo with swimming pool and gym in the heart of Docklands - Melbourne - Living room
Lovely waterfront 2 bedrooms condo with swimming pool and gym in the heart of Docklands
6.6 Okay
DocklandsR4 796+
R4 796+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Ivy And Eve Apartments By Cllix - Brisbane - Living room
Ivy And Eve Apartments By Cllix
8.2 Very Good
South BrisbaneR3 189+
R3 189+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Code Apartments - Brisbane - Bedroom
Code Apartments - Brisbane - Bedroom
Code Apartments
7.1 Good
Bowen HillsR2 075+
R2 075+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Inner City Apartments - Perth - Living room
Inner City Apartments - Perth - Living room
Inner City Apartments
4.6 Mediocre
West PerthR1 951+
R1 951+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Essence Apartments Chermside - Brisbane - Living room
Essence Apartments Chermside - Brisbane - Living room
Essence Apartments Chermside
8.2 Very Good
R2 640+
R2 640+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Camellia Cottage! Cbd Diamond! - Toowoomba - Living room
Camellia Cottage! Cbd Diamond! - Toowoomba - Living room
Camellia Cottage! Cbd Diamond!
9.8 Wonderful
R3 074+
R3 074+
Air conditioning
Yering Gorge Cottages - Yering - Living room
Yering Gorge Cottages - Yering - Living room
Yering Gorge Cottages
9.2 Wonderful
R4 002+
R4 002+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Gabba Central Apartments - Brisbane - Bedroom
Gabba Central Apartments - Brisbane - Bedroom
Gabba Central Apartments
7.5 Good
WoolloongabbaR2 820+
R2 820+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Perth City Apartment Hotel - Perth - Pool
Perth City Apartment Hotel - Perth - Pool
Perth City Apartment Hotel
4.7 Mediocre
West PerthR1 942+
R1 942+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Tudor Cottages - Mount Dandenong - Bedroom
Tudor Cottages - Mount Dandenong - Bedroom
Tudor Cottages
7.9 Good
R3 340+
R3 340+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
The Hamilton (I715) - Brisbane - Bedroom
The Hamilton (I715) - Brisbane - Bedroom
The Hamilton (I715)
7.5 Good
HamiltonR10 532+
R10 532+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Evolution Apartments - Brisbane - Living room
Evolution Apartments - Brisbane - Living room
Evolution Apartments
8.2 Very Good
Brisbane CBDR2 519+
R2 519+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Kooii Apartments - Brisbane - Pool
Kooii Apartments - Brisbane - Pool
Kooii Apartments
8.6 Very Good
Fortitude ValleyR2 849+
R2 849+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Beach Side Pet Friendly Hideaway - Brisbane - Bedroom
Beach Side Pet Friendly Hideaway - Brisbane - Bedroom
Beach Side Pet Friendly Hideaway
9 Wonderful
R3 353+
R3 353+
Parking
Pet-friendly
Industrial Vibes on Chapel Street. - St Kilda - Patio
Industrial Vibes on Chapel Street. - St Kilda - Patio
Industrial Vibes on Chapel Street.
R3 256+
R3 256+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Jolly Swagman Acccommodation Park - Toowoomba
Jolly Swagman Acccommodation Park - Toowoomba
Jolly Swagman Acccommodation Park
8.3 Very Good
R1 492+
R1 492+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
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Low season

March

High season

December

Average price (weeknight)

R3 011

Average price (weekend night)

R3 159
Cheapest month to stay with an average 5% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 55% 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 January and September.
  • The cheapest night for renting a holiday home in Australia is Tuesday. In contrast, the most expensive is Thursday.
  • Holiday rentals are a popular choice for both long and short-term stays. KAYAK users usually book their holiday rental in Australia for 4 days.
  • Pool, kitchen/kitchenette, air-conditioned, parking, and pet friendly are the most popular holiday rental property amenities in Australia
  • Holiday rentals in Australia are around 5% cheaper 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 7 216 properties and an average price of R2 198 per night. The most popular holiday homes in Western Australia are Inner City Apartments, Perth City Apartment Hotel, and The Sebel West Perth Aire Apartments.
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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 (20% of total searches to Australia). The next most popular destinations are Perth (16%) and Brisbane (13%). Searches for holida rentals in Melbourne (13%), Adelaide (5%) and Southport (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 R691. 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 R974 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 R3 233.

  • 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 R13 856.

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

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

    If you’re looking for something special, the holiday rental most loved by KAYAK users is Miller 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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