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A pool area with a clear view of palm trees and mountains in the background.

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a chair, and a small table.

A restaurant with a long blue bench, white chairs, and hanging rattan lamps.

A balcony with wicker chairs and a table, overlooking a coastal view with palm trees and a clear sky.

1. Crystalbrook Flynn

Cairns Central Business District, 2.9 km from DFO Cairns

Glenn

Rp3.005.344

Rp3.305.878 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern two-story house with a covered patio, a driveway, and landscaped garden with palm trees.

A modern living room with a gray sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with wicker chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a painting on the wall.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, a sink, and a potted plant. There is a round table with a fruit bowl and two wicker chairs.

2. Cairns Southgate Hotel

1.3 km from DFO Cairns

Rachel

Rp1.718.469

Rp1.890.316 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A rooftop pool area with a large glass dome structure, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

A modern building with a sign for 'SDY KITCHEN STREET POOL'.

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, a central bar, and a distinctive ceiling design.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a towel hanging on a rack, and a view of a balcony with a table and chairs.

3. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

Cairns Central Business District, 3 km from DFO Cairns

Taylor

Rp3.152.222

Rp3.467.444 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A bedroom with a bed, dresser, chair, and a desk with a chair.

A hotel room with a bed, nightstands, a heater, a wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a wooden floor, a black and beige rug, and a view through a glass door to an outdoor balcony.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a mirror, a wardrobe, and a small table.

4. Floriana Boutique Hotel

Cairns North, 2.9 km from DFO Cairns

carlos

Rp2.824.538

Rp3.107.029 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a large mirror, a coffee table with flowers, and artwork on the walls.

A storefront with 'Abbott Chairs' signage, a glass door entrance, and a visible car parked outside.

A hotel reception area with a staircase leading to upper floors, a reception desk, and a seating area with a floral-patterned sofa.

A staircase with a glass railing leading to a landing.

5. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

Cairns Central Business District, 2.9 km from DFO Cairns

Alok

Rp2.220.791

Rp2.442.870 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a built-in stove.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a marble backsplash, and a bar area with stools.

A modern hotel room with a wooden headboard, a marble nightstand, and a white bed with grey pillows.

A poolside view of a hotel with multiple balconies, clear pool water, and surrounding palm trees.

6. Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Cairns Central Business District, 2.9 km from DFO Cairns

Stephen

Rp2.839.707

Rp2.839.707 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a door leading to a balcony with a view of greenery.

A hotel with a sign advertising the best steaks, a sports bar, and a restaurant.

A covered outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a metal fence, and a view of the sky and clouds.

A bar area with a long counter, shelves of liquor bottles, a dartboard, and a dartboard game.

7. Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

1.2 km from DFO Cairns

Tammara

Rp1.464.258

Rp1.610.684 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A balcony with two chairs, a potted plant, and a view of a parking lot and buildings.

A rooftop pool with clear water, surrounded by plants and rocks, and a gazebo.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in oven, and a stainless steel sink.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs. There is a TV mounted on the wall, a refrigerator, and a window with blinds.

8. Villa Vaucluse Apartments of Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 2.5 km from DFO Cairns

JEFFREY

Rp2.645.151

Rp2.909.666 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A lush garden with a wooden pathway leading to a building.

A beach with palm trees and clear blue water.

A spacious indoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging pendant lights.

9. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns North, 3 km from DFO Cairns

steven

Rp2.094.397

Rp2.303.837 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A living room with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, a flat-screen TV, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

A living room with a blue sofa, a TV, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

A nighttime swimming pool with string lights overhead, surrounded by a fence and some greenery.

An outdoor area with a covered walkway, string lights, and various plants.

10. Reef Gateway Apartments

Cairns North, 2.8 km from DFO Cairns

Jean

Rp3.042.849

Rp3.347.134 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A modern indoor space with a dining area, seating, and a large wall with greenery.

An indoor patio with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table. There are palm trees and a wall covered in greenery.

A modern building with a grey car parked in front.

A modern hotel lobby with a large digital screen displaying the name "Bailey," comfortable seating areas, and a well-lit atrium with a patterned ceiling.

11. Crystalbrook Bailey

Cairns Central Business District, 2.8 km from DFO Cairns

Paul

Rp2.488.686

Rp2.737.555 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A spacious living area with a balcony, a bed, a sofa, and a television.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a television, and a view of mountains through large windows.

A modern hotel with multiple balconies, a prominent wedding venue, and a clear blue sky.

A modern living room with a sofa, a TV, and a view of a lake and mountains through large sliding doors.

12. Piermonde Apartments - Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 2.9 km from DFO Cairns

Michelle

Rp5.012.611

Rp5.513.872 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

An aerial view of a hotel with a central swimming pool, multiple balconies, and surrounding greenery.

A bar area with a pool view, outdoor seating, and ceiling fans.

An outdoor seating area with tables and benches, a pool, and a bar.

13. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Cairns Central Business District, 2.7 km from DFO Cairns

Suzanne

Rp2.734.072

Rp3.007.479 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A poolside area with palm trees, a wooden deck, and a view of buildings in the background.

A modern hotel room with a TV, a desk, a sofa, and a balcony with a view of the city.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central seating area with a sofa and chairs.

14. Pullman Cairns International

Cairns Central Business District, 3 km from DFO Cairns

Catherine

Rp2.576.009

Rp2.833.610 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A balcony with a view of the sea, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a glass wall reflecting the interior.

A landscaped garden with palm trees and a view of the water.

An indoor dining area with tables set for a meal, large windows with a view of palm trees and the ocean, and a decorative harp in the center.

A modern atrium with a curved glass ceiling, allowing natural light to illuminate a patterned floor.

15. Hilton Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 3.1 km from DFO Cairns

Micheala

Rp2.979.584

Rp3.277.542 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a bed, a sofa, two wicker chairs, and a small table.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view of the city and mountains.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and a swimming pool, surrounded by greenery and a view of mountains.

16. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 3.1 km from DFO Cairns

Michaela

Rp2.461.783

Rp2.707.961 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern hotel with self-contained apartments, a swimming pool, and a BBQ area.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with a view of palm trees.

A modern building with a unique facade, a central entrance, and a sign for the 'INGARUMING ART CENTRE'.

An aerial view of a coral reef with clear blue waters and a distant shoreline.

17. Cairns City Palms

Cairns North, 2.5 km from DFO Cairns

Hannah

Rp1.696.099

Rp1.865.709 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A clear swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A modern living room with a green sofa, a dining area with white chairs, a kitchen with white cabinets, and a view of the mountains through large windows.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a glass table, and a ceiling fan.

A balcony with a glass table and chairs, offering a view of a cityscape and mountains.

18. 201 Lake Street Apartments

Cairns North, 2.7 km from DFO Cairns

Giannina

Rp3.218.393

Rp3.218.393 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A hotel with a pool area, multiple balconies, and a well-lit exterior.

A buffet with various fruits and vegetables, including bananas, lemons, and grapes.

A multi-level atrium with balconies, indoor plants, and a central water feature.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a central fountain, and lush tropical landscaping.

19. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 3 km from DFO Cairns

James

Rp2.400.886

Rp2.640.975 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A modern dining area with large windows, a white brick counter, and blue chairs.

A rooftop patio with outdoor furniture, a dining table, and a sofa.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of the city.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a small table, and a view of the pool and buildings outside.

20. The Benson Hotel

Cairns Central Business District, 2.7 km from DFO Cairns

Jim

Rp2.513.647

Rp2.764.974 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to DFO Cairns

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Crystalbrook Flynn	9.4 Exceptional 1,008 reviews	View
Cairns Southgate Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 32 reviews	View
The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection	9.4 Exceptional 1,007 reviews	View
Floriana Boutique Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 59 reviews	View
The Abbott Boutique Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View

Top DFO Cairns Hotel Reviews

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic amenities, and great location"

Crystalbrook Flynn

10/10 Excellent

"Superb hotel. Reasonably priced. Very accommodating staff. Great rooms and awesome location!"

Hilton Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"Fabulous location, we were upgraded to the waterview room. Had lunch at nearby Dundees- tried crocodile and kangaroo. The Moroccan mackerel was great. The breakfast at the Hilton was excellent- fresh squeezed fruit juice- diy was very refreshing."

The Oceanfront Cairns

8/10 Good

"Well, what can you say, you pay for what you get, it's a good hotel, the staff are lovely, unfortun1tely, the room is not what on the advertised photos, we have been here for four days and never had our room done, towels replaced etc, the room door doesn't have a chain or extra security on it, also they are a little run down, if you on a budget it's a good place to stay, bed is very comfortable, I would probably stay here again."

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

8/10 Good

"Fantastic location, great amenities and very helpful staff. The rooms were serviced daily and items were replenished according to your preferences. Breakfast buffet had a good selection of food and drink and was good value for money. The hotel room was very clean. Only downside was that some elements of the hotel look a bit tired (eg the outside walls, some of the paintwork and soft furnishings) and could do with a refresh. Overall would recommend and would stay again."

Motel Nomad Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"Great 😊pool clean , gave me family room .. nice and clean"

First City Caravilla

10/10 Excellent

"A welcoming and affordable place to stay. I was in Cairns for work and was looking for a quiet place to stay. It was a quick trip into town by bus and good not to be in the city centre. The villa I stayed in had everything I needed - workspace, kitchen, ensuite bathroom and comfortable bed - all clean and well cared for. I'll book in again on future trips."

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A train carriage with red seats and windows.

Cairns Central Shopping Centre

8.6/10 (5,059 reviews)

During your visit to Tropical North Waterfront, you can do some window-shopping at Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.

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Cairns Museum

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Cairns Museum during your trip to Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.

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Cazalys Stadium

Catch an event at Cazalys Stadium during your trip to Cairns. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.

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Cazalys Cairns

9.6/10 (4 reviews)

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Cazalys Cairns during your travels in Cairns? Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this romantic area or seek out the local tours.

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Barlow Park

8.8/10 (18 reviews)

Catch an event at Barlow Park during your trip to Cairns. Discover the spectacular coral reefs and shops in this walkable area.

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Stockland Cairns Shopping Centre

9.0/10 (4 reviews)

During your trip to Cairns, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Stockland Cairns Shopping Centre. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.

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Anderson Street Conservation Park

Explore the great outdoors at Anderson Street Conservation Park, a lovely green space in Cairns. Take some time to visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Cairns Performing Arts Centre

8.4/10 (11 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Cairns Performing Arts Centre during your stay in Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around DFO Cairns?

DFO Cairns is located in a welcoming area of Cairns known for its coral reefs and beautiful ocean views. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 71 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to DFO Cairns?

Adjacent to DFO Cairns, Motel Nomad Cairns is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. Another good choice is Palm Royale Cairns, located just 0.2 mi (0.3 km) away.

How many hotels can I expect to find near DFO Cairns?

Expedia has 71 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from DFO Cairns.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near DFO Cairns, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near DFO Cairns.

What can I see and do near DFO Cairns?

You can watch performances at Bulmba-ja Arts Centre, Rondo Theatre and Tanks Arts Centre if you're interested in local theatre. Spend some time wandering around Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland, Muddy's Playground and Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens. You'll have countless hours of family fun at Cairns Performing Arts Centre, Reef Teach and Cairns Esplanade Lagoon.

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Our top choices for DFO Cairns hotels

1. Crystalbrook Flynn

2. Cairns Southgate Hotel

3. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

4. Floriana Boutique Hotel

5. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

6. Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

7. Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

8. Villa Vaucluse Apartments of Cairns

9. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

10. Reef Gateway Apartments

11. Crystalbrook Bailey

12. Piermonde Apartments - Cairns

13. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

14. Pullman Cairns International

15. Hilton Cairns

16. Pacific Hotel Cairns

17. Cairns City Palms

18. 201 Lake Street Apartments

19. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

20. The Benson Hotel

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Top DFO Cairns Hotel Reviews

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Crystalbrook Flynn

Hilton Cairns

The Oceanfront Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Motel Nomad Cairns

First City Caravilla

Other attractions near DFO Cairns

Cairns Central Shopping Centre

Cairns Museum

Cazalys Stadium

Cazalys Cairns

Barlow Park

Stockland Cairns Shopping Centre

Anderson Street Conservation Park

Cairns Performing Arts Centre

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