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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
View offerTravel 19 Apr - 22 Apr 2026
from AUD $56/day
Intermediate SUV
View offerTravel 17 Apr - 20 Apr 2026
from AUD $63/day
Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on April 15, 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 15 April, 2026
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- 27 Mar 2026eden g.Booked: Toyota Corolla Hatch or similarMaroochydore Airport
- 05 Feb 2026stephen l.Booked: Compact SUVHobart Airport
- 05 Mar 2026paul m.Booked: MG 3 or similarBrisbane City
- 23 Mar 2026andrew l.Booked: Suzuki Swift or similarNowra
- 16 Mar 2026stephen m.Booked: Toyota Corolla Hybrid or similarBrisbane Airport
- 31 Mar 2026sameer a.Booked: Mg Hs or similarMelbourne Airport
- 03 Mar 2026greg d.Booked: Toyota Corolla or similarHobart
- 25 Feb 2026victoria p.Booked: Kia Carnival or similarSydney Domestic Airport
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Palm Cove
| 🚗 Vehicle types | 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
2 small
ProvidersBudget
Isuzu vehicles for hire in Palm Cove
Isuzu FRR 500
2
5
ProvidersBudget
Isuzu Ftr 900
3
5
ProvidersBudget
Kia vehicles for hire in Palm Cove
Kia Carnival
8
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis
Kia Cerato
5
4
1 small
ProvidersBudget
Kia Sportage
5
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Kia Stonic
5
5
1 small
ProvidersBudget
Mercedes vehicles for hire in Palm Cove
Mercedes-Benz 313 Mwb High Roof Sprinter
3
5
ProvidersBudget
Toyota vehicles for hire in Palm Cove
Toyota C-HR
5
5
3 small
ProvidersAvis
Toyota CamryHybrid
5
4
2 small
ProvidersBudget
Toyota Camry HybridHybrid
5
4
4 small
ProvidersAvis
Toyota CH-R
5
5
3 small
ProvidersAvis
Toyota Coaster 22 Seater
22
5
ProvidersBudget
Toyota Commuter
12
5
ProvidersBudget
Toyota Corolla
5
4
3 small
ProvidersAvis
Toyota Corolla Hatch
5
5
2 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Toyota Hilux
5
4
ProvidersBudget
Toyota Kluger
5
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Toyota Prado
5
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
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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 15 April, 2026
Palm Cove daily rate data
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Apr
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
16 Apr
$62
$128
$62
$128
17 Apr
$58
$65
$58
$65
18 Apr
$62
$77
$62
$77
19 Apr
$56
$70
$56
$70
20 Apr
$58
$79
$58
$79
21 Apr
$58
$87
$58
$87
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
15 Apr
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
16 Apr
$111
$166
$111
$166
17 Apr
$63
$71
$63
$71
18 Apr
$68
$101
$68
$101
19 Apr
$64
$96
$64
$96
20 Apr
$80
$136
$80
$136
21 Apr
$85
$145
$85
$145
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 15 April, 2026
Cairns Airport car hire
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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
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Avis Palm Cove
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 08:00–14:00, Sat–Sun 08:00–12:0099 Williams Esplanade The Reef House Resort, Queensland
Budget Palm Cove
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 08:00–14:00, Sat–Sun 08:00–12:0099 Williams Esplanade, Queensland
Frequently asked questions
On hiring a car in Palm Cove
How much does it cost to hire a car in Palm Cove?
Prices start at AUD $56 per day for a Compact SUV, up to AUD $96 per day for an Intermediate SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle in Palm Cove.
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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