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

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.

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

1. Cairns Southgate Hotel

1.3 km from DFO Cairns

Rachel

SAR 322

SAR 358 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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

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

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

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

2. Crystalbrook Flynn

Cairns Central Business District, 2.9 km from DFO Cairns

Warren

SAR 632

SAR 695 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 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 modern hotel with multiple floors, balconies, and a large colorful mural on the side.

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

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

3. Cairns Plaza Hotel

Cairns Central Business District, 2.9 km from DFO Cairns

Ryan

SAR 549

SAR 604 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

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

4. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

Cairns Central Business District, 2.9 km from DFO Cairns

Janice

SAR 481

SAR 534 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 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 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.

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

5. Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

1.2 km from DFO Cairns

Tammara

SAR 302

SAR 332 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 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.

6. Hilton Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 3.1 km from DFO Cairns

David

SAR 627

SAR 690 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

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.

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

A modern living room with a pink sofa, a coffee table, and a painting on the wall.

7. Villa Vaucluse Apartments of Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 2.5 km from DFO Cairns

JEFFREY

SAR 651

SAR 716 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 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.

8. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns North, 3 km from DFO Cairns

Larry

SAR 421

SAR 463 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

9. Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Cairns Central Business District, 2.9 km from DFO Cairns

Henson

SAR 555

SAR 555 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

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

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

A hotel room with two single beds, a small wooden nightstand with a lamp, and a window with a view of a mountain and a cityscape.

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

10. Tropic Towers Apartments

Cairns North, 3 km from DFO Cairns

Simon

SAR 442

SAR 490 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

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

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

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

11. Reef Gateway Apartments

Cairns North, 2.8 km from DFO Cairns

Jean

SAR 598

SAR 660 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A balcony with a view of a swimming pool and a building with a blue facade.

A modern lounge area with seating, tables, and large windows overlooking the sea.

A balcony with two chairs and a small table, overlooking a body of water and distant land.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a lake and mountains.

12. Crystalbrook Riley

Cairns Central Business District, 2.9 km from DFO Cairns

Aaron

SAR 803

SAR 883 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a covered walkway.

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, steps leading up to the entrance, and surrounding greenery.

A woman walking on a wooden pathway surrounded by lush greenery.

A hotel room with two beds, a green headboard, a balcony with a view, and an orange armchair.

13. Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Manunda, 2.4 km from DFO Cairns

Anu

SAR 376

SAR 414 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 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.

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

14. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Cairns Central Business District, 2.7 km from DFO Cairns

Suzanne

SAR 556

SAR 612 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

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

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'.

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

15. Cairns City Palms

Cairns North, 2.5 km from DFO Cairns

Hannah

SAR 298

SAR 331 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 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 poolside area with lounge chairs, a shaded canopy, and a pool.

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

16. Cairns Holiday Park

Manunda, 2.3 km from DFO Cairns

Elizabeth

SAR 256

SAR 360 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area with umbrellas.

A rooftop bar with lounge chairs and a large umbrella.

A modern hotel with a covered outdoor area, a staircase, and a view of the street at night.

A restaurant with wooden chairs, white tablecloths, and a bar area in the background.

17. Cairns Sheridan Hotel

Cairns North, 2.9 km from DFO Cairns

Theodore

SAR 377

SAR 420 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

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

A modern lobby with a reception desk, plush seating, and potted plants.

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.

18. The Benson Hotel

Cairns Central Business District, 2.7 km from DFO Cairns

Jim

SAR 483

SAR 531 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view of palm trees.

A modern bar area with a long counter and several stools, a reception desk in the background, and a ceiling with exposed ductwork.

A multi-story hotel with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a sunset view.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV on a wooden stand, a small table, and a view of the city through large windows.

19. Alivio Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 2.4 km from DFO Cairns

Douglas

SAR 429

SAR 478 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A clear pool surrounded by tropical plants and a chair.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, and a sliding glass door leading to a garden.

A covered outdoor area with a hot tub, a dining table with chairs, and a view of a swimming pool and greenery.

20. Cascade Gardens

Cairns Central Business District, 2.7 km from DFO Cairns

Ekaterina

SAR 766

SAR 766 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to DFO Cairns

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Cairns Southgate Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 34 reviews	View
Crystalbrook Flynn	9.4 Exceptional 1,006 reviews	View
Cairns Plaza Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
The Abbott Boutique Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 1,004 reviews	View
Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 105 reviews	View

Top DFO Cairns Hotel Reviews

Pacific Hotel Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"Clean spacious room. Friendly, helpful staff. Good location."

Hilton Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"Rooms were clean, staff lovely and helpful particularly when out flight was cancelled and we had to stay an extra night. The Hilton accosted"

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

8/10 Good

"Great place to stay and buffet breakfast was amazing! but the building is dated and shower head and screen was basic"

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Pretty quiet. I enjoyed my stay. Would stay again"

Cairns Plaza Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"very clean rooms. really liked it."

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

10/10 Excellent

"Great location Parking Coffee restaurant onsite"

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."

Motel Nomad Cairns

10/10 Excellent

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

Cairns Queens Court

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly team. Good value for the price."

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. Cairns Southgate Hotel

2. Crystalbrook Flynn

3. Cairns Plaza Hotel

4. The Abbott Boutique Hotel

5. Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

6. Hilton Cairns

7. Villa Vaucluse Apartments of Cairns

8. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

9. Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

10. Tropic Towers Apartments

11. Reef Gateway Apartments

12. Crystalbrook Riley

13. Cairns Colonial Club Resort

14. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

15. Cairns City Palms

16. Cairns Holiday Park

17. Cairns Sheridan Hotel

18. The Benson Hotel

19. Alivio Hotel Cairns

20. Cascade Gardens

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Top DFO Cairns Hotel Reviews

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Hilton Cairns

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Cairns Plaza Hotel

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

The Oceanfront Cairns

Motel Nomad Cairns

Cairns Queens Court

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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