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

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

1. Crystalbrook Flynn

Cairns Central Business District, 2.9 km from DFO Cairns

Diarmid

￥30,316

￥33,348 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

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

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

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

2. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

Cairns Central Business District, 3 km from DFO Cairns

Lachlan

￥33,006

￥36,307 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

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

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.

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

3. Floriana Boutique Hotel

Cairns North, 2.9 km from DFO Cairns

carlos

￥21,625

￥23,901 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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

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.

4. Cairns Southgate Hotel

1.3 km from DFO Cairns

Rachel

￥15,597

￥17,274 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

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

5. Reef Gateway Apartments

Cairns North, 2.8 km from DFO Cairns

Jean

￥30,636

￥33,895 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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.

6. Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

1.2 km from DFO Cairns

Tammara

￥13,874

￥15,261 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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

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

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

7. Tropic Towers Apartments

Cairns North, 3 km from DFO Cairns

Jason

￥19,646

￥21,736 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

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.

8. Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

Cairns Central Business District, 2.9 km from DFO Cairns

Stephen

￥27,281

￥27,281 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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

Laura

￥24,741

￥27,585 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

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

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

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

10. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Cairns Central Business District, 2.7 km from DFO Cairns

Carla

￥27,625

￥30,388 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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

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

11. Crystalbrook Bailey

Cairns Central Business District, 2.8 km from DFO Cairns

Paul

￥29,488

￥32,437 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A balcony with a table and chairs, a bed with a pillow, and a view of buildings and mountains.

A swimming pool with a no diving sign, surrounded by palm trees and a staircase leading to a deck.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading 'Heritage Cairns Hotel.'

A hotel room with a bed, a TV on a dresser, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of a beach.

12. Heritage Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 2.6 km from DFO Cairns

David

￥18,419

￥20,561 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

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

A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a round table, and a living space with a sofa.

13. BreakFree Royal Harbour

Cairns Central Business District, 2.9 km from DFO Cairns

DAVID

￥29,997

￥32,997 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

14. Cairns Holiday Park

Manunda, 2.3 km from DFO Cairns

Elizabeth

￥11,949

￥16,502 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

A dining table with a variety of dishes and a martini glass, set against a scenic ocean view.

A modern room with a gray sofa, two chairs, a small table, and a view of greenery and mountains through large windows.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, bedside table, and a wardrobe with hanging clothes.

15. Oaks Cairns Hotel

Cairns Central Business District, 3 km from DFO Cairns

Terri

￥25,763

￥28,339 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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

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

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

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

16. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 3 km from DFO Cairns

Cassandra

￥21,987

￥24,186 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

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

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

17. 201 Lake Street Apartments

Cairns North, 2.7 km from DFO Cairns

Giannina

￥40,363

￥40,363 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A modern lounge area with a sofa, round tables, and bar stools.

A bar area with stools, a counter, and a television screen.

A reception area with a UFC sign, multiple monitors, and a closed sign indicating the counter is not open.

An outdoor patio with wooden tables and benches, umbrellas, and a metal fence.

18. Nightcap at Edge Hill Tavern

2.6 km from DFO Cairns

Chris

￥13,343

￥14,677 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

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.

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

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

19. The Benson Hotel

Cairns Central Business District, 2.7 km from DFO Cairns

Ozgur

￥24,879

￥27,367 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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

A reception area with a reception desk, a waiting area with chairs, and potted plants.

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.

20. Alivio Hotel Cairns

Cairns Central Business District, 2.4 km from DFO Cairns

Harikrishnan

￥17,683

￥19,592 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

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Compare popular hotels close to DFO Cairns

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Crystalbrook Flynn	9.4 Exceptional 1,005 reviews	View
The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Floriana Boutique Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 57 reviews	View
Cairns Southgate Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 20 reviews	View
Reef Gateway Apartments	9.2 Wonderful 18 reviews	View

Top DFO Cairns Hotel Reviews

Crystalbrook Flynn

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful rooms, wonderful and kind staff, great location, updated and modern, eco-luxury. Would stay again and highly recommend!"

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

10/10 Excellent

"I stayed in the superior room downstairs as I am unable to manage stairs. The room was awesome, but walls in this resort are paper thin as I heard every movement from the room above me and every room door slam shut, every single time. I - however closed mine gently it is possible maybe put signs up behind the doors to close gently. I have stayed also last year in the garden room and same issues but I generally loved the resort and the amenities available in the same place. A couple more disabled parks would also be good."

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

8/10 Good

"Staff were friendly and helpful"

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

8/10 Good

"We loved the central position to everything in Cairns, plus a beautiful view. Rooms very clean and fresh. Thought the hotel was dated and the swimming pool and surrounds need updating. More lifts are needed in hotel, such a very long walk to our room from lifts. But as said, the best position in Cairns."

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

10/10 Excellent

"Great location great staff"

Palm Royale Cairns

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean. The bed was comfortable and the shower was powerful. Enjoyed sitting on the balcony at night overlooking the pool. So relaxing."

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Nice views good location"

First City Caravilla

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was friendly,helpful and professional.The Park was quiet,clean and well maintained with excellent facilities that were cleaned and tidy every day,so thanks to all the staff for a peaceful,quiet excellent stay."

'Kookaburra' at Savannah House

8/10 Good

"Wifi worked well for planning our excursions. Fairly well-stocked kitchen, although we didn't try to cook any in-depth meals while we were there. My main issue is the railing at the front steps is in disrepair and unsafe. We used the back stairs during our stay other than to retrieve and return the keys which worked fine. It is a duplex with the downstairs and upstairs separate using the same driveway and locked gates for both rentals. Easy 5-minute drive to the main downtown area. Lovely outdoor balcony patio area with sofa and dining table. AC units all worked well."

Other attractions near DFO Cairns

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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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 family-friendly 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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Icon Cancer Centre Cairns

Though Icon Cancer Centre Cairns might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Cairns while you are here.

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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 70 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. Other good choices within a few miles include Pacific Hotel Cairns and DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns.

How many hotels will I find near DFO Cairns?

Expedia has 70 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?

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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. The Reef Hotel Casino Cairns - Handwritten Collection

3. Floriana Boutique Hotel

4. Cairns Southgate Hotel

5. Reef Gateway Apartments

6. Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

7. Tropic Towers Apartments

8. Il Palazzo Boutique Apartments

9. Cairns Harbourside Hotel

10. Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

11. Crystalbrook Bailey

12. Heritage Cairns

13. BreakFree Royal Harbour

14. Cairns Holiday Park

15. Oaks Cairns Hotel

16. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

17. 201 Lake Street Apartments

18. Nightcap at Edge Hill Tavern

19. The Benson Hotel

20. Alivio Hotel Cairns

Compare popular hotels close to DFO Cairns

Top DFO Cairns Hotel Reviews

Crystalbrook Flynn

Cairns Colonial Club Resort

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Palm Royale Cairns

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

First City Caravilla

'Kookaburra' at Savannah House

Other attractions near DFO Cairns

Cairns Central Shopping Centre

Cazalys Stadium

Cazalys Cairns

Barlow Park

Stockland Cairns Shopping Centre

Anderson Street Conservation Park

Cairns Performing Arts Centre

Icon Cancer Centre Cairns

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