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

A modern room with a large window overlooking a cityscape and mountains.

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

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

1. Crystalbrook Flynn

Cairns Central Business District, 2.9 km from DFO Cairns

Dave

S$263

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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

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

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 bed, nightstands, a heater, a wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

2. Floriana Boutique Hotel

Cairns North, 2.9 km from DFO Cairns

carlos

S$192

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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 hotel room with a balcony, a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a chair.

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

S$277

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A compact kitchen with a white door, wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave.

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

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

4. Cairns Southgate Hotel

1.3 km from DFO Cairns

Rachel

S$120

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern living room with a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a TV. It features a large window with a view of the sea.

A reception area with a counter, a coffee machine, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a sign indicating 'Keys & Mail'.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, balconies, and a large colorful mural on the side.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a wooden pergola, surrounded by a fence and greenery.

5. Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Central Business District, 2.9 km from DFO Cairns

Ryan

S$208

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

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

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and large windows with a view of the outside.

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

A staircase with a glass railing leading to a landing.

6. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

Cairns Central Business District, 2.9 km from DFO Cairns

Alok

S$174

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 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 large meeting room with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a patterned carpet.

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

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

7. Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

1.2 km from DFO Cairns

Tammara

S$128

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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

A fountain with a decorative basin, flanked by potted plants, set against a building facade with a balcony.

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.

8. Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Cairns Central Business District, 2.9 km from DFO Cairns

Stephen

S$188

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

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

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

A beach with palm trees and clear blue water.

9. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns North, 3 km from DFO Cairns

Laura

S$175

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

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

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 large outdoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by palm trees and a pavilion.

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

10. Hilton Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 3.1 km from DFO Cairns

Micheala

S$244

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A bar with shelves of liquor bottles and glasses, a cash register, and a bar counter.

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.

A modern building with a grey car parked in front.

11. Crystalbrook Bailey

Cairns Central Business District, 2.8 km from DFO Cairns

Paul

S$222

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A neatly made bed with white and black bedding, a wooden nightstand, and a view of greenery through a sliding glass door.

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

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

12. Reef Gateway Apartments

Cairns North, 2.8 km from DFO Cairns

Jean

S$235

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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

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

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

A room with wicker furniture, large paintings of a beach, and multiple hanging light fixtures.

13. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 3.1 km from DFO Cairns

Michaela

S$185

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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.

14. Pullman Cairns International

Cairns Central Business District, 3 km from DFO Cairns

Catherine

S$222

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, a large patterned carpet, and two curved sofas with blue cushions.

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

15. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Cairns Central Business District, 2.7 km from DFO Cairns

Suzanne

S$216

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 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.

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

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

16. Cairns City Palms

Cairns North, 2.5 km from DFO Cairns

Hannah

S$124

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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.

17. 201 Lake Street Apartments

Cairns North, 2.7 km from DFO Cairns

Giannina

S$230

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A wooden boardwalk with outdoor seating and a view of the marina.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a bar, and a view of the sea.

A balcony with two yellow chairs, a small round table, and a view of the sea and greenery.

A boat named 'Prawn Star' docked at a marina with a sign advertising 'Fresh Seafood' and 'Prawns & Seafood Off the Trawler'.

18. Oaks Cairns Hotel

Cairns Central Business District, 3 km from DFO Cairns

Terri

S$200

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A row of blue cabins with a covered porch and a small garden area in front.

A row of blue cabins with white doors, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.

A neatly arranged hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table with a remote control, and a window offering a view of greenery.

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a shaded canopy, and a pool.

19. Cairns Holiday Park

Manunda, 2.3 km from DFO Cairns

Elizabeth

S$130

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a large window with curtains.

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.

20. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 3 km from DFO Cairns

James

S$198

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to DFO Cairns

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Crystalbrook Flynn	9.4 Exceptional 1,005 reviews	View
Floriana Boutique Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 59 reviews	View
The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection	9.4 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
Cairns Southgate Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 28 reviews	View
Cairns Plaza Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 1,005 reviews	View

Top DFO Cairns Hotel Reviews

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."

Cairns Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great position being on the waterfront, with close proximity to restaurants, tours and shopping. Staff were very friendly and room was well maintained with good services. Highly recommend this establishment."

Hilton Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"The buffet breakfast is like nothing you’ve ever experienced. It was excellent. The location is perfect for views and a stroll. Very comfortable beds and they have room service if you’re just too tired to go out. Loved it!"

Motel Nomad Cairns

10/10 Excellent

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

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"Quite clean and spacious. I disliked the bed having wheels. You couldn’t sit up on the bed and lean on the wall. The beds kept rolling away."

Pacific Hotel Cairns

8/10 Good

"Great location, close to everything. Staff were very helpful and friendly Would stay here again"

Cairns Southgate Hotel

10/10 Excellent

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The Oceanfront Cairns

8/10 Good

"Limited parking in exposed front park lot, otherwise it was street parking. One lift operating which took a while during peak time close to checkout. Bit of construction work going on. Otherwise spacious great room (just unfortunate that there is a small step into the bathroom which is a toe catcher, and shower glass doesn’t cover enough whereby the floor outside gets very wet)."

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

8/10 Good

"Great location. Dated but functional , large clean ,rooms. No block out blinds so room is very lit up from carpark lighting at night and early morning sun through the plantation shutters common to this area. If you need darkness to sleep , bring a mask If you want fresh air ,have to jam the front door open as not opening front windows. ( room has excellent ceiling fan and good A/c )"

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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. Other good choices close by include Palm Royale Cairns and Cairns Southgate Hotel.

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. Floriana Boutique Hotel

3. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

4. Cairns Southgate Hotel

5. Cairns Plaza Hotel

6. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

7. Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

8. Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

9. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

10. Hilton Cairns

11. Crystalbrook Bailey

12. Reef Gateway Apartments

13. Pacific Hotel Cairns

14. Pullman Cairns International

15. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

16. Cairns City Palms

17. 201 Lake Street Apartments

18. Oaks Cairns Hotel

19. Cairns Holiday Park

20. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

Compare popular hotels close to DFO Cairns

Top DFO Cairns Hotel Reviews

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Cairns Plaza Hotel

Hilton Cairns

Motel Nomad Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Cairns Southgate Hotel

The Oceanfront Cairns

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

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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