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Our top choices for DFO Cairns hotels

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

1. Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 2.9 km from DFO Cairns
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"Great location !"
United States
gianluca
The price is S$198
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Crystalbrook Flynn
A rooftop pool area with a large glass dome structure, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

2. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 3 km from DFO Cairns
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great staff, location and suites!"
United States
Taylor
The price is S$194
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection
A bedroom with a bed, dresser, chair, and a desk with a chair.

3. Floriana Boutique Hotel

Floriana Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
Cairns North, 2.9 km from DFO Cairns
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (61 reviews)
"Very nice hotel and the staff are very friendly and helpful providing recommendations for nearby activities and restaurants. We also enjoyed an excellent breakfast at the hotel's cafe."
United States
Jason
The price is S$202
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Floriana Boutique Hotel
A modern two-story house with a covered patio, a driveway, and landscaped garden with palm trees.

4. Cairns Southgate Hotel

Cairns Southgate Hotel
4.0 star property
1.3 km from DFO Cairns
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (40 reviews)
"excellent clean hotel"
Australia
Mr Charles A
The price is S$105
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Cairns Southgate Hotel
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.

5. Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Plaza Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 2.9 km from DFO Cairns
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Great location, wonderful balcony, friendly staff"
United States
Vanessa
The price is S$193
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Cairns Plaza Hotel
A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a large mirror, a coffee table with flowers, and artwork on the walls.

6. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

The Abbott Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 2.9 km from DFO Cairns
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Good location, helpful staff, clean and comfy, good value."
Australia
vicki
The price is S$140
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
The Abbott Boutique Hotel
A balcony with a view of the sea, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a glass wall reflecting the interior.

7. Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 3.1 km from DFO Cairns
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent staff and service is what brings me back to this beautifully located property."
Australia
David
The price is S$173
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Hilton Cairns
A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by palm trees and a brick patio.

8. Tropic Towers Apartments

Tropic Towers Apartments
3.5 star property
Cairns North, 3 km from DFO Cairns
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (216 reviews)
"fantastic room, clean and updated with wifi. Laundry in unit was great. Shower was best, lotsa pressure. close to airport. definately recommend"
Canada
ellen
The price is S$132
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Tropic Towers Apartments
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a door leading to a balcony with a view of greenery.

9. Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
3.5 star property
1.2 km from DFO Cairns
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (105 reviews)
"Excellent stay - very clean"
Australia
Tammara
The price is S$118
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel
A poolside view of a hotel with multiple balconies, clear pool water, and surrounding palm trees.

10. Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments
3.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 2.9 km from DFO Cairns
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (929 reviews)
"Great central location and very spacious rooms"
Australia
Grant
The price is S$164
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments
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

Crystalbrook Bailey
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 2.8 km from DFO Cairns
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location and reliable choice of stay. Room was great and bed very comfortable."
Australia
Patricia Kaye
The price is S$187
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Crystalbrook Bailey
A lush garden with a wooden pathway leading to a building.

12. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns North, 3 km from DFO Cairns
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,133 reviews)
"4 star experience at a very reasonable price in a perfect location."
Canada
Kenneth
The price is S$136
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
A living room with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, a flat-screen TV, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

13. Reef Gateway Apartments

Reef Gateway Apartments
4.0 star property
Cairns North, 2.8 km from DFO Cairns
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (20 reviews)
"Was again an awesome stay. Have stayed here 3 times now and very accommodating."
Australia
Greg
The price is S$218
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Reef Gateway Apartments
Bar (on property)

14. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 2.7 km from DFO Cairns
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Food, rooms and atmophere great"
Australia
Suzanne
The price is S$163
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
A spacious living area with a balcony, a bed, a sofa, and a television.

15. Piermonde Apartments - Cairns

Piermonde Apartments - Cairns
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 2.9 km from DFO Cairns
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (410 reviews)
"Fantastic property very spacious would definitely stay again highly recommend "
Australia
Michelle
The price is S$279
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Piermonde Apartments - Cairns
A poolside area with palm trees, a wooden deck, and a view of buildings in the background.

16. Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International
5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 3 km from DFO Cairns
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Locality perfect for walking to the wharf for reef excursions. And the CBD. Only stayed for one night but the facilities (pools etc) looked amazing. Desk staff were lovely."
Australia
Megan
The price is S$158
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Pullman Cairns International
A clear pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by tropical vegetation and a resort building.

17. Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort
4.0 star property
Manunda, 2.4 km from DFO Cairns
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"Great location of the property, clean rooms with all basic amenities. Very friendly staff"
Australia
Akanksha
The price is S$119
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Cairns Colonial Club Resort
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

18. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 3.1 km from DFO Cairns
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Very clean and a perfect location!"
United States
Kalin
The price is S$151
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Pacific Hotel Cairns
A balcony with two yellow chairs, a small round table, and a view of the sea and greenery.

19. Oaks Cairns Hotel

Oaks Cairns Hotel
4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 3 km from DFO Cairns
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (434 reviews)
"Breakfast is on the top floor and you have a great view over the marina/esplanade!"
United Kingdom
Ben
The price is S$175
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Oaks Cairns Hotel
A clear swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

20. 201 Lake Street Apartments

201 Lake Street Apartments
4.5 star property
Cairns North, 2.7 km from DFO Cairns
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (615 reviews)
"Staff very accommodating and helpful"
Australia
Giannina
The price is S$181
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
201 Lake Street Apartments
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Compare top hotels near DFO Cairns

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

Crystalbrook Flynn

5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 2.9 km from DFO Cairns
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A rooftop pool area with a large glass dome structure, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

5.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 3 km from DFO Cairns
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A bedroom with a bed, dresser, chair, and a desk with a chair.

Floriana Boutique Hotel

3.0 star property
Cairns North, 2.9 km from DFO Cairns
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A modern two-story house with a covered patio, a driveway, and landscaped garden with palm trees.

Cairns Southgate Hotel

4.0 star property
1.3 km from DFO Cairns
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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.

Cairns Plaza Hotel

4.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District, 2.9 km from DFO Cairns
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Exceptional
1,006 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
61 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
40 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
1,006 reviews
The price is S$198
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
The price is S$194
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
The price is S$202
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
The price is S$105
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
The price is S$193
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
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Hotels recommended for families near DFO Cairns

A pool area with a swan sculpture, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

Motel Nomad Cairns

Motel Nomad Cairns
3.5 star property
Westcourt
7.2 out of 10, Good, (211)
The price is S$89
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Motel Nomad Cairns

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A train carriage with red seats and windows.
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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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Top DFO Cairns Hotel Reviews

A rooftop pool area with a large glass dome structure, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.
The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection
Cairns Central Business District

10/10 Excellent

Very friendly and helpful staff. It's an old property so decor looks a bit dated but most of the modern facilities and conforts are still there. Location is excellent, close to city centre and reef terminal. Overall, really enjoyed my stay here and def will stay again should I visit Cairns again
Singapore
JACK
Reviewed September 24, 2025
The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

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.