The easiest way to book a car hire in Palm Cove
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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.
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Compact SUV
Kia Stonic or similar
View offerTravel 29 Oct - 05 Nov 2026
from AUD $54/day
Intermediate Car
Kia Cerato or similar
View offerTravel 29 Oct - 03 Nov 2026
from AUD $57/day
Intermediate SUV
Kia Sportage or similar
View offerTravel 29 Oct - 05 Nov 2026
from AUD $67/day
Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on October 26, 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 26 October, 2026
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- 06 Aug 2026kylie w.Booked: Toyota Corolla or similarWilliamtown Airport
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- 02 Sep 2026grant w.Booked: MG Core 3 or similarPerth T1 or T2 Airport
- 08 Oct 2026hamlyn j.Booked: Suzuki Swift or similarPerth Airport
- 22 Oct 2026robert c.Booked: Standard SUVHobart Airport
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Palm Cove
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car and SUV. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Two car rental depots in Palm Cove. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Avis and Budget. |
Car models commonly available in Palm Cove
Hyundai vehicles for hire in Palm Cove
Hyundai Staria
8
5
4 small
ProvidersBudget
Kia vehicles for hire in Palm Cove
Kia Carnival
8
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis
Kia Cerato
5
5
2 small
ProvidersBudget
Kia Sportage
5
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Kia Stonic
5
5
3 small
ProvidersBudget
Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Palm Cove
Mitsubishi Pajero
5
5
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersBudget
Suzuki vehicles for hire in Palm Cove
Suzuki Swift
5
5
2 small
ProvidersBudget
Toyota vehicles for hire in Palm Cove
Toyota CamryHybrid
5
4
2 small
ProvidersBudget
Toyota Camry HybridHybrid
5
4
4 small
ProvidersAvis
Toyota CH-R
5
5
3 small
ProvidersAvis
Toyota Corolla Hatch
5
5
3 small
ProvidersAvis
Toyota Kluger
7
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Toyota Prado
5
5
4 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 26 October, 2026
Palm Cove daily rate data
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
26 Oct
$62
$105
$62
$105
27 Oct
$91
$93
$91
$93
28 Oct
$123
$125
$123
$125
29 Oct
$57
$70
$57
$70
30 Oct
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
31 Oct
$63
$68
$63
$68
01 Nov
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
26 Oct
$60
$90
$60
$90
27 Oct
$60
$80
$60
$80
28 Oct
$66
$101
$66
$101
29 Oct
$54
$72
$54
$72
30 Oct
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
31 Oct
$62
$65
$62
$65
01 Nov
$60
$60
$60
$60
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
26 Oct
$69
$120
$69
$120
27 Oct
$79
$106
$79
$106
28 Oct
$81
$144
$81
$144
29 Oct
$67
$91
$67
$91
30 Oct
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
31 Oct
$89
$95
$89
$95
01 Nov
$81
$81
$81
$81
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 26 October, 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 Car Rental 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
What is the cheapest car rental in Palm Cove?
The cheapest car rental in Palm Cove is a Compact SUV from AUD $60 per day, for a 3-day rental with pickup between 27 October and 2 November 2026. Enter your travel dates in the search form and compare live rates from Australia’s most respected rental car providers.
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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