Cooktown is a coastal town found in the Shire of Cook, in northeastern Queensland, Australia. Located at the mouth of the Endeavour River, it’s famously known as the site where British explorer, Captain James Cook, docked his ship, HMS Endeavor, back in 1770 for repairs.
Surrounded by the countryside, Cooktown is the closest town to the Great Barrier Reef, where you can snorkel or scuba dive to see the magnificent underwater world. It’s also here where Aboriginal culture is most rich in Australia. History buffs can visit James Cook Museum, Milbi Wall, or Cooktown History Center. While you’re at it, see their local arts and crafts, too!
Cooktown has so much history and natural beauty to offer. Before exploring, stay at one of these top Airbnb vacation rentals in Cooktown, Australia, and rest before a big day ahead!
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 11, 2024.
1. The Sovereign Villa (from USD 391)
The Sovereign Villa is a two-story luxurious villa that has beautiful views of the Endeavour River. It can comfortably accommodate up to eight guests. It has two bedrooms featuring king-sized beds and a TV, plus a sofa bed, a king-sized bed, and a TV in the living room. The kitchen is fully equipped. There are also three full baths with complimentary toiletries.
Other features are a large in-ground pool, an al fresco dining set, and a barbecue grill out on the patio surrounded by tropical gardens. Upstairs is an outdoor deck where you can relax and catch the sunrise or sunset with your family and friends.
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excellent villa clean spacious well appointed kitchen world class views privateRead more reviewsCleanliness:
spotlessly clean & very comfortable
2. Cozy self-contained apartment at Four Winds Holiday Units (from USD 85)
This unit is just one out of four rooms at Four Winds Holiday Units. It has one bedroom with a queen-sized bed and a sofa bed in the living room, making it ideal for four guests to book a stay here. The bathroom has a shower, complimentary toiletries, and a hairdryer. It’s step-free, making it wheelchair accessible.
Decorated in a coastal style, the unit gives a light and airy vibe. Feel the cool breeze when you open the windows. When it gets too hot, you can turn on the air conditioning or electric fan. The kitchenette is equipped with an induction cooktop, microwave, fridge, and other essentials.
The unit has a patio in the front and and a private area at the back. The laundry room and backyard is shared and accessible to all the guests renting a room here.
Top guest reviews
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excellent bathroom comfy bedthe beds and furniture were very comfortable the shower and bathroom were excellent with lovely soft towels providedCleanliness:
very clean and relaxinggreat and clean place to staywonderful unit very clean and plenty of spaceclean quiet and spacious with artistic touchspotlessly clean tastefully decorated comfortable and everything you needHost:
host was very welcomingthe host responded quickly and effectivelymelissa was a great host and went above and beyond to make our stay as enjoyable as possiblemelissa is a very helpful hostRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect place at perfect locationexcellent unit in great locationnice breezes quiet and convenient locationgreat one bedroom apartment easy walking distance to townlocation is great with easy access to top of grassy hill and cbd
3. Bright and airy apartment with tropical theme
Tropical Styling is an upstairs apartment attached to a duplex. Not to worry, access it exclusive to renting guests. The unit can accommodate up to two guests with one bedroom fitted with a queen-sized bed. A fold-out bed is available upon request if you prefer having the bed to yourself. It also has a bathroom with a shower that has hot water and complimentary toiletries.
This upstairs apartment has a splendid wooden interiors with lush tropical greenery outside. Downstairs is a shared laundry room, but you have the convenience of a private drying rack on your veranda. The kitchen is fully equipped. Built into the doors are timber louvers to allow the gentle breeze to pass though.
Cooktown, Queensland, Australia
723 meters (0.5 ft) from Grassy Hill LookoutSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
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we took the fold out bed option and was great to have our own sleeping spaceslocal history and information guides an incredibly well equipped kitchen and lovely bedthe house itself was comfortable and private with an awesome open planned living/dining/kitchenCleanliness:
the apartment was very clean and tidyclean & tidy in quiet central locationthe apartment was spotless well appointed and with thoughtful touches for the gueststhe unit is beautiful spacious spotlessly clean and well laid outthey have truly thought of everything and the place is immaculately cleanHost:
our host margo is very accommodating and easy to deal withmargo was a very enthusiastic hostess that was warm friendly and welcomingwe had the pleasure of meeting margo who is very friendly and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
great location in a quiet streetbeautiful place to stay so close to everything cooktown has to offerthis really is a lovely place to stay whilst in cooktownclose to everything with fantastic viewswhat a fabulous place to stay
4. Grassy Hill Bed & Breakfast (from USD 102)
Grassy Hill Bed & Breakfast is an accommodation on the ground floor of a pole home. The home is located beside Grassy Hill and bordered by a national park land. The rental has a separate entrance and is best for couples or two friends. It has one bedroom featuring a king-sized bed and one bathroom with a shower with hot water and complimentary toiletries. As breakfast is not included, the unit features a kitchen with two hot plates, toaster oven and fridge. Outside is a patio with outdoor furniture where you can see the bushlands and sunsets over the ocean.
This apartment is near clubs and pubs where you can drink and dine. Most of those offer free shuttle services to bring guests home.
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comfortable modern with good vibes all amenities neededbreathtaking views from all rooms - a deck custom made for admiring the vista over a wine or twolovely apartment with stunning views of cooktowngreat spacious apartment with amazing viewssensational view from a completely equipped comfortable and delightful propertyCleanliness:
very clean and well equippedthe place was clean and had everything we neededwell equipped and very clean the unit was perfectclean modern and fully equippedvery clean comfortable accommodation with amazing viewsHost:
great hospitality from the hosthosts really friendly and helpfuljanne and mal our hosts were terrificjane was a great host very friendly and helpfuljanne was a great host with a great apartmentRead more reviewsLocation:
if you are staying in cooktown grassy hill is a fantastic locationgreat location right in the heart of cooktown with a stunning viewperfect place to stay in cooktownincredible sunsets lovely and quiet and a short drive to cooktownloved cooktown great walks good fishing from the wharf friendly locals
5. Luxurious camper in a caravan park (from USD 78)
Located within a caravan park is this luxurious recreational vehicle (RV). It’s ideal for two guests, it has one a queen-sized bed and one bathroom. While the caravan may be a bit cramped, it has all you need for a comfortable stay! Next to a dining booth is the kitchen that features a stove, a microwave, a kettle, dishes, and utensils.
Relax on the outdoor furniture and meet other campers. Guests will find a camp kitchen, shared laundry area, shower blocks, and an outdoor pool in the premises. The caravan is also within walking distance from cafes and shops.
Top guest reviews
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accommodation was great for price close to town with all we needed for 2 nights stay
6. Hill Top Farm Camping (from USD 26)
Want to feel adventurous while you’re here in Cooktown? For a unique experience, opt to stay at Hill Top Farm Camping where you will have a campsite all to yourselves with nature all around. Bring your tents or RVs and explore the organic farm. Up to six guests can camp out here. A toilet block with two showers and compost toilets are nearby, too.
This is an award-winning environmental accommodation as nothing goes to waste here. The site uses solar energy to heat water. Food waste is composted and other organic waste is recycle using a closed-looped system. While there is no kitchen, water and electricity are always available for your comfort! They also sell organic fruits and vegetables.
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beautiful quiet out of town locationa great place to stay and relax and take in the beautiful scenery
7. Hillcrest Guest House
Hillcrest Guest House is a beautifully renovated Queensland home from the late 1800s. It’s a tranquil home with an outdoor swimming pool and beautiful lush gardens where you can stroll about and look up at the tropical trees. There is one private room for two available for rent with one bed and two baths.
Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast in the shared kitchen. The latest addition to the property is a function area that used to be a bird aviary.
739 meters (0.5 ft) from Grassy Hill LookoutAccommodates: 2
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great brekky lots of choices and a splash in the poolCleanliness:
the room was spotlessly clean and well appointedroom was very clean and comfortable for our one night staythe shared bathroom was just as clean and the pool breakfast area was comfortable and functionalclean private room in a nice quiet locationkatrinas place is very easy to locate and the facilities are clean and functionalHost:
the host was very flexible and helpfulgreat staff and helpful host after we hit a kangaroo on the way into townhas plenty of parking and guest house staff are friendly and helpfulkatrina was very friendly the accomodation was excellentkatrina was very friendly and helpful during our stayRead more reviewsLocation:
great place to stay in cooktown
8. Queenslander home with a beautiful view of the bay
This updated Queenslander-style house is ideal for four guests. It has one bedroom with a queen bed and a single bed, while the other bedroom has one single bed. The bathroom offers hot water and a hairdryer. The living room features a large and comfortable sectional and a rattan swing chair where you can curl up while reading a book. The dining area opens up to a balcony that allows the breeze in. Guests can see the beautiful bay from the veranda while relaxing on the outdoor furniture.
Within walking distance are Driftwood Cafe, the wharf, and the town center.
576 meters (0.4 ft) from Grassy Hill LookoutAccommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
house clean and tidy and had everything we neededHost:
great host and great experience overallour host was outstanding and happy to assist in any wayplus a fantastic hostgreat location lovely host very responsiveRead more reviewsLocation:
very goodon the esplanade with a very short walk everywherebig statement but this is probably the best place to stay in cooktown
9. Cooktown Sunrise BnB
Cooktown Sunrise BnB is a two-story house found just in front of the national park. The hosts live on the first floor, while the top floor is exclusive for guests. The top floor can accommodate up to seven guests as it has three bedrooms and a veranda. There’s also a couch in the living room for extra guests. It has one bathroom featuring a shower with hot water, a hairdryer, and complimentary shampoo. It also has a kitchen and a dining area.
On the first floor are the shared laundry room and a pool. The beach is just a few steps away, where a picnic table and chairs are available for use. To go into town, a Courtesy Bus can pick up guests and take them home after a night out.
Cooktown, Queensland, Australia
4.1 km (2.6 mi) from Grassy Hill LookoutAccommodates: 7
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a beautiful big kitchen to cook in and plenty of space in the dining room
10. J & Ella's Cooktown Holiday House
J & Ella’s Cooktown Holiday House is the perfect place to stay if you don’t have a car. Everything is within walking distance including the town center, the wharf, restaurants, bars, and cafes. With a queen-sized bed in each of the two bedrooms, up to four guests can stay here. You can also request camp stretchers, pillows and linens in advance. The rental has one bathroom with a hair dryer, hot shower and free toiletries.
The kitchen is fully equipped. Breakfast is provided daily, too. Catch the sun setting on the front deck. Children can play in the backyard or the entire family can have a picnic here. If you don’t want to lay a blanket on the grass, you can always make use of the outdoor furniture. The choice is yours!
Cooktown, Queensland, Australia
908 meters (0.6 ft) from Grassy Hill LookoutAccommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
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we loved the accomodation very comfortable with fantastic sunset views over endeavour riverthe laundry wifi tv and appliances were great and everything worked wellcomfortable house with all mod cons - everything workslaundry and internet topped off everything you would ever need for a stay in this beautiful little townRead more reviewsHost:
hostess lana very friendly and helpfulawesome we had a wonderful stay and ellanna was an excellent hostella is a very generous host providing eggs and home baked bread fruit coffee tea & much more
Experience rest and recreation in Cooktown
Cooktown is near the Great Barrier Reef and is rich in Aboriginal history and culture, so it’s exciting to be here. The coastal town is surrounded by the countryside, making it a relaxing destination, too. But, like most people, rest is a critical element to enjoy a day of touring, so staying in one of these Airbnb vacation rentals will surely provide you with this.
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