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

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

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

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

Warren

SAR 582

SAR 640 total

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

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.

2. Cairns Southgate Hotel

1.3 km from DFO Cairns

Rachel

SAR 319

SAR 355 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

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.

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

3. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

Cairns Central Business District, 3 km from DFO Cairns

Taylor

SAR 665

SAR 732 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a bench, a wardrobe, and a small refrigerator.

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

4. Floriana Boutique Hotel

Cairns North, 2.9 km from DFO Cairns

Jason

SAR 523

SAR 584 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

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

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.

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

5. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

Cairns Central Business District, 2.9 km from DFO Cairns

Carmen H

SAR 375

SAR 418 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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.

6. Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Central Business District, 2.9 km from DFO Cairns

Akanksha

SAR 556

SAR 611 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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.

An outdoor seating area with white chairs and green cushions, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the sea.

7. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns North, 3 km from DFO Cairns

Larry

SAR 421

SAR 463 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A large meeting room with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a patterned carpet.

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

8. Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

1.2 km from DFO Cairns

Tammara

SAR 283

SAR 312 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

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

9. Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Cairns Central Business District, 2.9 km from DFO Cairns

Sara T

SAR 502

SAR 502 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by palm trees and a brick patio.

A compact living space with a dining area, kitchenette, and a balcony with a view.

A living room with a television, sofa, armchair, and coffee table.

A multi-story building labeled "Tropic Towers" with balconies, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of the sea and mountains in the background.

10. Tropic Towers Apartments

Cairns North, 3 km from DFO Cairns

Simon

SAR 439

SAR 486 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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 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

SAR 560

SAR 616 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A marina with boats docked, a restaurant with outdoor seating, and a view of the water and hills in the background.

A modern dining area with a glass partition, a buffet table with various food items, and a seating arrangement with chairs and tables.

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

12. Hilton Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 3.1 km from DFO Cairns

David

SAR 567

SAR 624 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 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 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.

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

13. Reef Gateway Apartments

Cairns North, 2.8 km from DFO Cairns

Jean

SAR 553

SAR 616 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

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 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.

14. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 3 km from DFO Cairns

James

SAR 405

SAR 446 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

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

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

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

15. Pacific Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 3.1 km from DFO Cairns

Michaela

SAR 406

SAR 453 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Nov - 15 Nov

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

A modern building with a staircase and a car parked in front.

16. 201 Lake Street Apartments

Cairns North, 2.7 km from DFO Cairns

Giannina

SAR 744

SAR 744 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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

An outdoor terrace with tables and chairs, overlooking a cityscape and the sea.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a side table, a chair, a painting on the wall, and a view of the outdoors through a window.

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

17. Oaks Cairns Hotel

Cairns Central Business District, 3 km from DFO Cairns

Ryan

SAR 482

SAR 530 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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

A modern hotel room with a balcony, a kitchenette, and a dining area.

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

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

18. Cairns City Palms

Cairns North, 2.5 km from DFO Cairns

Hannah

SAR 289

SAR 322 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

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 store interior with shelves stocked with various products, a refrigerator with beverages, and an exit sign.

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

19. Cairns Holiday Park

Manunda, 2.3 km from DFO Cairns

Elizabeth

SAR 244

SAR 349 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A view of a hotel with a pool, greenery, and a body of water in the background.

A coastal view with a beach, marina, and lush greenery.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a wooden partition.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a built-in refrigerator.

20. BreakFree Royal Harbour

Cairns Central Business District, 2.9 km from DFO Cairns

Julie

SAR 761

SAR 761 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to DFO Cairns

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Crystalbrook Flynn	9.4 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
Cairns Southgate Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 36 reviews	View
The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection	9.4 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
Floriana Boutique Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 60 reviews	View
The Abbott Boutique Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View

Top DFO Cairns Hotel Reviews

Cairns Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Arrived late in the night but desk is staffed 24 hours so no problems there. Nice clean rooms - seperate bedroom and lounge and two balconies/ overlooking the water and walking path good for a run if wanted.. also a cafe nearby for breakfast etc."

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"Cookie when you arrive. Quiet room. Clean and fun pool! Great AC. Near restaurants and fun activities!"

The Oceanfront Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"This property was being renovated at the time of our stay. The staff was great! They gave great suggestions on dining and activities. They were always available. We were close to the esplanade which borders the mud lake and lots of public park activities all the way down to the marina. We felt very safe there."

Cairns Queens Court

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room and laundry facilities"

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Beds Very comfortable and clean rooms"

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

10/10 Excellent

"It was amazing to stay there. Especially staff is so helpful"

Other attractions near DFO Cairns

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 search for that perfect souvenir at Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Discover the beautiful 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 exploring the galleries in Cairns Museum in Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the beautiful 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 beautiful 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 time 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 beautiful 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 enjoy retail therapy at Stockland Cairns Shopping Centre. Discover the beautiful 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 beautiful 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, check out the 71 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's 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 traveler data. Another good choice is Palm Royale Cairns, located just 0.2 mi (0.3 km) away.

How many hotels will I find near DFO Cairns?

Expedia has 71 hotels and other accommodations 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 hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals close to DFO Cairns.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near DFO Cairns?

For additional details about changing or cancelling your stay near DFO Cairns, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

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 theater. 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. Cairns Plaza Hotel

7. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

8. Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

9. Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

10. Tropic Towers Apartments

11. Crystalbrook Bailey

12. Hilton Cairns

13. Reef Gateway Apartments

14. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

15. Pacific Hotel Cairns

16. 201 Lake Street Apartments

17. Oaks Cairns Hotel

18. Cairns City Palms

19. Cairns Holiday Park

20. BreakFree Royal Harbour

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Top DFO Cairns Hotel Reviews

Cairns Plaza Hotel

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

The Oceanfront Cairns

Cairns Queens Court

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

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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