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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 25 Jan - 28 Jan 2026
from AUD $57/day
Intermediate Car
View offerTravel 25 Jan - 28 Jan 2026
from AUD $62/day
Intermediate SUV
View offerTravel 25 Jan - 28 Jan 2026
from AUD $62/day
Fullsize Car
View offerTravel 25 Jan - 30 Jan 2026
from AUD $70/day
Standard Car
View offerTravel 25 Jan - 30 Jan 2026
from AUD $73/day
Fullsize SUV
View offerTravel 25 Jan - 30 Jan 2026
from AUD $84/day
Premium SUV
View offerTravel 25 Jan - 30 Jan 2026
from AUD $91/day
Fullsize Passenger Van
View offerTravel 24 Jan - 27 Jan 2026
from AUD $156/day
Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on January 22, 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 22 January, 2026
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- 17 Dec 2025nathan k.Booked: Mazda CX-30 or similarTennant Creek Airport
- 25 Nov 2025dirk r.Booked: Mystery Car - Petrol/Diesel/EV or similarBrisbane Ipswich
- 19 Nov 2025sean m.Booked: Toyota Corolla Hatch or similarWorld Square
- 26 Nov 2025kate l.Booked: Kia Sportage or similarSydney International Airport
- 22 Nov 2025sarita l.Booked: Kia Carnival or similarCairns Domestic Airport
- 17 Nov 2025neal p.Booked: Toyota Prado or similarHobart Airport
- 27 Nov 2025candy j.Booked: Polestar 2 or similarBrisbane Airport
- 26 Sep 2025tanya c.Booked: Mazda CX5 or similarSurfers Paradise
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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
Hyundai vehicles for hire in Palm Cove
Hyundai Staria
8
5
2 small
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
Suzuki vehicles for hire in Palm Cove
Suzuki Swift
5
5
2 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Toyota vehicles for hire in Palm Cove
Toyota C-HR
5
5
3 small
ProvidersAvis
Toyota Camry
5
4
2 small
ProvidersBudget
Toyota Camry HybridHybrid
5
4
4 small
ProvidersAvis
Toyota Corolla
5
4
3 small
ProvidersAvis
Toyota Corolla Hatch
5
5
2 small
ProvidersBudget, Avis
Toyota Kluger
5
5
2 small
ProvidersBudget
Toyota Prado
5
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
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 22 January, 2026
Palm Cove daily rate data
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
22 Jan
$69
$71
23 Jan
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
24 Jan
$68
$69
25 Jan
$62
$70
26 Jan
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
27 Jan
$68
$71
28 Jan
$69
$71
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
22 Jan
$74
$91
23 Jan
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
24 Jan
$74
$91
25 Jan
$70
$81
26 Jan
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
27 Jan
$70
$83
28 Jan
$73
$82
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
22 Jan
$73
$75
23 Jan
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
24 Jan
$72
$74
25 Jan
$57
$66
26 Jan
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
27 Jan
$61
$74
28 Jan
$60
$68
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
22 Jan
$81
$83
23 Jan
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
24 Jan
$81
$83
25 Jan
$62
$73
26 Jan
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
27 Jan
$63
$75
28 Jan
$65
$75
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
22 Jan
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
23 Jan
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
24 Jan
$105
$106
25 Jan
$84
$96
26 Jan
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
27 Jan
$84
$99
28 Jan
$88
$98
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
22 Jan
$112
$114
23 Jan
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
24 Jan
$112
$114
25 Jan
$91
$104
26 Jan
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
27 Jan
$91
$107
28 Jan
$96
$106
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
22 Jan
$354
$354
23 Jan
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
24 Jan
$156
$156
25 Jan
$158
$160
26 Jan
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
27 Jan
$162
$170
28 Jan
$165
$165
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 22 January, 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 08:00–17:00, Sat–Sun 08:00–12:0099 Williams Esplanade The Reef House Resort, Queensland
Budget Palm Cove
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 08:00–17:00, 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 $57 per day for a Compact SUV, up to AUD $104 per day for a Premium SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle in Palm Cove.
How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover in Palm Cove?
If you’ve got a crowd, but don’t need something as large as a bus, then a 7-seater or 8-seater Minivan hire might be your best option. A Minivan costs AUD $156 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates 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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