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Car rental rates in Palm Cove, Queensland
Palm Cove is a beach holiday destination just 30 minutes from Cairns and about two hours from the spectacular and world-famous Daintree Rainforest.
Let VroomVroomVroom make searching, comparing and booking an affordable hire car for pick up in Cairns easy. With our easy to use search function you can search for and book your hire car in as little as two minutes.
Compact SUV
Kia Stonic or similar
View offerTravel 11 Sep - 14 Sep 2026
from AUD $90/day
Intermediate SUV
Kia Sportage or similar
View offerTravel 08 Sep - 11 Sep 2026
from AUD $113/day
Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on September 07, 2026 by an Australian resident aged between 30 and 69 years old, for the specified travel dates, with a pickup and return time of 10:00 am. Rates and vehicle availability may change without notice. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates. Rates include all mandatory fees for the rental and exclude credit card surcharges and extras.
Rates are in AUD and were last updated on 07 September, 2026
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- 19 Jul 2026michelle a.Booked: Toyota Yaris Cross or similarBrisbane Airport
- 07 Aug 2026andrew d.Booked: Toyota Corolla Hybrid or similarMaroochydore Downtown
- 22 Jul 2026timothy w.Booked: Toyota Corolla or similarMelbourne Downtown
- 29 Jul 2026john s.Booked: Kia Cerato or similarAdelaide Airport
- 13 Jun 2026joanne b.Booked: Toyota Corolla or similarGold Coast Airport
- 11 Jul 2026timothy l.Booked: Compact SUVGold Coast Airport
- 23 Jun 2026nicole g.Booked: Toyota Cross Hybrid or similarNewcastle
- 07 Jul 2026mikyoe d.Booked: Mazda CX5 or similarSouth Melbourne
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Palm Cove
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Passenger Van and SUV. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Two car rental depots in Palm Cove. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Avis and Budget. |
Car models commonly available in Palm Cove
Kia vehicles for hire in Palm Cove
Kia Sportage
5
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Kia Stonic
5
5
3 small
ProvidersBudget
Suzuki vehicles for hire in Palm Cove
Suzuki Swift
5
5
2 small
ProvidersBudget
Toyota vehicles for hire in Palm Cove
Toyota CH-R
5
5
3 small
ProvidersAvis
The price range indicates the AUD per-day rental rates from bookings made using our search engine, excluding any extras, in most cases. While we make reasonable efforts to provide accurate and reliable data, the data is provided ‘as is’ and errors or other defects may occur. For more information, click here: Terms and Conditions.
Rates are in AUD and were last updated on 07 September, 2026
Palm Cove daily rate data
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
07 Sep
$56
$212
08 Sep
$105
$168
09 Sep
$105
$168
10 Sep
$94
$205
11 Sep
$90
$97
12 Sep
$125
$138
13 Sep
$93
$98
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
07 Sep
$70
$228
08 Sep
$113
$179
09 Sep
$115
$181
10 Sep
$167
$229
11 Sep
$159
$177
12 Sep
$173
$196
13 Sep
$170
$183
Historical daily rate pricing information is data from actual bookings made using our search engine in the previous 12 months.
Next 7 days rates are obtained from searches in our reservation system for a 3 day rental duration, by an Australian resident aged between 30 and 69 years old, with a pickup and return time of 10:00 am on the indicated pick up date. Rates and vehicle availability may change without notice.
Prices are in AUD and include all mandatory fees for the rental and exclude credit card surcharges and extras.
While we make reasonable efforts to provide accurate and reliable data, the data is provided ‘as is’ and errors or other defects may occur. For more information, click here: Terms and Conditions.
Rates are in AUD and were last updated on 07 September, 2026
Cairns Airport car hire
Are you flying into Cairns?
Consider collecting your vehicle from the airport. We work with a range of car hire providers at Cairns Airport (CNS).
Car rental depots in Palm Cove
Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.
Avis Palm Cove
N/A99 Williams Esplanade The Reef House Resort
Mon–Fri 08:00–14:00, w/e 08:00–12:00
Budget Palm Cove
N/A99 Williams Esplanade
Mon–Fri 08:00–14:00, w/e 08:00–12:00
Frequently asked questions
On hiring a car in Palm Cove
How much does it cost to hire a car in Palm Cove?
For a rental period from 11 September to 14 September 2026, prices range from AUD $90 per day for a Compact SUV to AUD $177 per day for an Intermediate SUV. Enter your planned dates to compare live rental rates for your vehicle in Palm Cove.
What is the cheapest car rental in Palm Cove?
The cheapest car rental in Palm Cove for the rental period from 11 September to 14 September 2026 is a Kia Stonic or similar from Budget costing AUD $90 per day. Enter your travel dates in the search form and compare live rates from Australia’s most respected rental car providers.
What is the best way to rent a cheap car in Palm Cove?
Based on our data from over 8,500 rental car bookings in Palm Cove over the last 12 months, booking your hire car 3 days beforehand can save you over 2 per cent.
Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental in Palm Cove?
The per-day rates of some rental cars may fall if you book for a longer rental period. Prices often change around daily, three-day, five-day and seven-day periods. Also, note that the selection of rental cars available in Palm Cove may be more limited if you are looking for a long-term car rental, so it’s best to compare a few different booking durations first.
What will it cost to park in Palm Cove?
There are more than 6,400 parking spots in Cairns and the surrounding areas with parking limits signposted. Parking is generally AUD$1.80 per hour and free on public holidays.
Can I pick up a car hire in Palm Cove and drop off in another location?
Absolutely. You can pick up your hire car in Palm Cove and drop off in another location. However, there may be a one-way fee charged to your booking by your supplier. To avoid surprises, we add this charge to the total cost displayed in our search engine.
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