City: Northern Territory
Top Hotels in Northern Territory
Top Things to do in Northern Territory
- 1. The Kangaroo Sanctuary
- 2. Katherine Outback Experience
- 3. Ubirr
- 4. Litchfield National ParkNorthern TerritoryDiscover the NT
- 5. Ormiston Gorge and Pound
- 6. Adelaide River War Cemetery
- 7. Wangi Falls
- 8. Karlu Karlu-Devils Marbles Conservation ReserveNorthern TerritoryDiscover the NT
- 9. Territory Wildlife ParkNorthern TerritorySelf drive discovery from Darwin
- 10. The Larapinta TrailNorthern Territory4 powerful hiking experiences in the Red Centre
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Discover the best hotels in Northern Territory including Palms City Resort, Hilton Darwin, Mantra Pandanas Darwin, Pine Tree Motel, Kings Creek Station, Darwin City Hotel, Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel, Kings Canyon Resort, Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters, an IHG Hotel, Mary River Wilderness Retreat.
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1. Palms City Resort
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1313 reviews
Palms City Resort offers corporate and leisure accommodation conveniently located on the picturesque Esplanade in the heart of Darwin's CBD. There is a choice of Villas with an indoor or outdoor spa, Tropical Villas set in lush gardens, Garden Bungalows and Superior and Standard Hotel Rooms. All the Villas and Bungalows come complete with verandas and electric BBQ's. All accommodation is fully air-conditioned. The resort also boasts a perfectly landscaped swimming pool, guest laundry, conference facilities, limited onsite carparking, 24 reception and complimentary luggage storage. The resorts location is perfect with a 5 - 10 minute walk to CBD restaurants, shopping, the deckchair cinema and new waterfront development. For that truly tropical experience in the Top End, choose Palms City Resort.
An oasis in the city
Reviewed By rklyons2810If bungalow type accommodation suites you better than high rise, this is the place for you. The location is great, walking distance to many shops and restaurants and pubs (there's lots of those) The bed was super comfortable (even if the room was a tad small) but it was clean and serviced daily and the staff were friendly.
2. Hilton Darwin
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1111 reviews
Centrally located in the heart of Darwin city, the five-star Hilton Darwin offers spectacular Esplanade, harbour and city views from its spacious Guest rooms and suites, providing contemporary accommodation for both corporate and leisure travellers. It offers Darwin’s only Executive Lounge and a Digital Key Platform enabling guests to bypass check in with the Hilton Honors app. Hilton Darwin has recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation of its lobby and reception and two food and beverage outlets. The new signature PepperBerry restaurant showcases modern Australian cuisine combined with bush spices, open daily for breakfast and dinner. The hotel also features the new Palm Court Bar & Lounge offering an extensive and premium selection of wines, champagnes, cocktails and delightful bar snacks in a relaxed stylish setting. A newly renovated and extended Executive Lounge is also available to all Guests staying in Executive rooms and suites. Darwin's only Executive Lounge is an exclusive and stylish place to work or relax and admire a harbour view from the stunning environment on the 20th floor
Not up to Hilton standard
Reviewed By Craigp0017We stayed 4 nights at the end of our Kimberley Tour. I found the service pleasant but did feel they talk the talk but do not walk the walk, so to speak. A card on the bedside table states Hilton changes the bed linen after the third night unless you request differently. Our sheets were not changed in 4 nights. The notice stuck to the mirror espoused their COVID protocols and surface cleaning practices. Well, there was enough dust on the glass shelves in to write words in. The bathroom did not have an exhaust fan and the shower ceiling area had definitely seen better days-peeling paint, mould, etc. I shared the feedback at the desk and was "thanked for the feedback". I shared the feedback in the post stay questionnaire and survey-no response. I was not and am not expecting anything other than an acknowledgement, but they are simply not a 5 star facility charging 5 star rates.
3. Mantra Pandanas Darwin
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1353 reviews
Mantra Pandanas is the perfect accommodation option for travellers who are relocating to the Northern Territory or who are on a long stay work assignment. It is also a perfect base for travellers looking to explore NT's stunning natural beauty and abundant local tourist attractions Mantra Pandanas also features two Darwin conference venues which have been designed to equally cater for small meetings right through to theatre style professional presentation. Special occasions, events, functions, weddings and conferences can also be catered for with banquet facilities for up to 140 delegates. The resort offers premium onsite facilities guests can enjoy including, Table Forty Three restaurant and bar, lagoon style swimming pool, spa and fully equipped gym. Guest services include 24 hour reception, internet lounge and business area, tour desk and tour booking service. Important information: In accordance with recent Government directives in response to slowing the spread of COVID-19, Hotel facilities may experience temporary closures or changes to operating times and/or services provided. Please contact our reception for further details. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding during this time.
Ok stay, slightly disappointing
Reviewed By Jaimee SWe stayed here last year around the same time for 10 days, we absolutely loved it and how staff and hotel made us feel welcome. We were only entitled to 1 cleaning service but had beyond this (approx 4) and was overall a great stay. Enough to want to stay again this time around. This time we were staying for 14 days. Check in time was prolonged as room wasn’t ready (these things happen). We were asked upon arrival what days best suit for room cleaning, we were happy with whatever and staff suggested Sunday’s as they were sort of in the middle of our stay, all good. It came to Sunday and no clean, thought maybe they were busy and waited until Monday and still nothing so we asked. We were advised they now only clean on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. So they offered to clean the next day. (Only ended up being one clean over the 14 days) We also noticed there were no quilts / blankets on the bed only one thin woven blanket, we found a second in the cupboard but was still quite thin. When we asked for a quilt/ additional blankets they said they have made changes and don’t have them (also a linen shortage) and could only offer a top sheet. While cooking a stir fry one night the steam must have set off the warning fire alarm and we were asked to stop cooking, which made us feel a bit like a burden. All in all, yes the room was nice and stay was okay, it definitely didn’t meet the standards of our last stay and we were disappointed this time around. A shame but will be trying somewhere else next time!
4. Pine Tree Motel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 397 reviews
Welcome to Pine Tree Motel! We are located in the heart of Katherine NT, just 5 minutes’ walk from the shops; including Woolworths, Target, and a number of other specialty stores and food outlets. Pine Tree Motel offers comfortable, clean and hassle-free rooms for all budgets, with a retro design and room decor that will have you feeling right at home. All of our rooms are fully air conditioned, contain a fridge and also tea and coffee facilities. We cater for short and long stays, with no minimum night’s stay. We also offer tours to nearby attractions. Here at the Motel we offer a pool and BBQ area, conference facilities, laundry services and secure overnight parking with locked gates from 10pm. Pine Tree Motel is also home to one of the town’s only breakfast buffets for just $15 and our guests are always raving about the spread and service our chefs deliver. All of our staff look forward to meeting you and creating lasting memories here at the Pine Tree Motel and in Katherine!
Well located, fantastic staff
Reviewed By Mel_M802My sister and I stayed here for 3 nights while we visited Katherine and the surrounds in March. The motel is well located for accessing Nitmiluk National Park, and also Mataranka for the hot springs in Elsey National Park. The rooms are what you would expect for a motel. They were clean and spacious which was what we were looking for and the AC worked very well. There was a coin laundry with both a dryer and a clothes line which were very helpful given the hot and humid conditions and mid March. We didn't use the pool area but it certainly looked very new and relaxing. The team also included a laminated A3 page with lots of restaurant and other recommendations for guests which was very helpful during our stay. I can see that during peak season parking on-site could prove to be a challenge, but we had no problems during our stay as part of the motel was closed for renovations. There appears to be ample street parking also available close by. We had breakfast included in our room rate which was fantastic. There was a selection of hot items (eggs, bacon, sausages, hash browns etc) as well as your typical continental items like cereal, and yoghurt. It set us up for our day out at Katherine Gorge perfectly. The staff at motel/hotel can often either make or break it, and the Pine Tree Model has definitely hit the jackpot with Pauline, Claudia, Chris and the team at breakfast (I didn't get their names unfortunately). They were all lovely, and very helpful with any and all questions we had, and up for a bit of a chat. We had a great stay and would definitely recommend to others looking for somewhere to stay in Katherine.
5. Kings Creek Station
Overall Ratings
4 based on 455 reviews
Kings Creek Station is a cattle station that offers visitors a wide range of accommodation options from self camping, bush tents, bush swag camp, to the luxury Dreamtime Escarpment glamping. A range of supplies, meals and drinks can be bought at the station shop, and our camel burgers are a huge favourite with many visitors. The station lies 36 kilometers from the magnificent Kings Canyon (Watarrka) and is set amongst majestic desert oaks. Experience an outback adventure built around history, a spectacular landscape, and true Australian hospitality. Ian and Lyn Conway established Kings Creek Station in 1981, and the history of Ian, his family and generations past will be forever recognised and respected.
a perfect clamping to take a moment to relax
Reviewed By Wills111Spur of the moment booking when we decided to not to travel straight from Uluru to Alice Springs. Glamping on the escarpment was spectacular. The accomodation, food and staff meet and exceeded our expectations. If you want to just relax, get off you phone and sit back enjoying this beautiful land without the crowds this is the place. Food provided was exceptional as was the range of wines and other drinks. on arrival a Full Cheese board is ready to nibble on, the food for the evening meals were high quality. just leave a message when booking if you require a special diet, cooking was easy and facilities top notch. Breakfast supplies could have feed us all day, but all fresh food was provided for the second day. Staff are friendly and always willing to assist. When you read the reviews you need to seperate the different camp sites as they all end up bunched together. The Escarpment Glamping is the one i am reviewing and is 5 stars, i did not use the other facilities so can't comment.
6. Darwin City Hotel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 186 reviews
Darwin City Hotel is a 4 Star Boutique Hotel located in the heart of the CBD on Smith Street. We are a short stroll to the Mall, supermarkets and multiple restaurants, cafes and Darwin’s Waterfront District. As a family owned and operated hotel, our vision is to help create memories for our guests and to make them feel the comforts of home. We offer 90 standard, deluxe, superior rooms and apartments incorporating LCD TV, free wireless internet, en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower, study desk & secure room access. Disable access rooms are also available upon request. Our One and Two bedroom apartments, located on the top floor, come fully self-contained with a full Kitchen, in-room laundry facilities and private balcony with city views. Combined with modern décor and design, our apartments are built for your comfort to be a home away from home. Stay a while, Enjoy yourselves and Relax! For your convenience, Darwin City Hotel provides onsite laundry facilities, paid secure car
Super location in centre of Darwin
Reviewed By 537jos537Great location in centre of Darwin, just steps to local cafes and shops. A short walk to the esplanade and views of Darwin harbour also about 15 mins to water front precinct. I’m glad I was not staying in hotels along the esplanade as these are a decent walk from the water front and town. The hotel was clean and tidy, king room was basic but comfortable. Pool is v small and no where to sit and relax, nice for a quick cool down. Staff welcoming and efficient
7. Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 1702 reviews
From the marble foyer to the air-conditioned guest rooms, Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel is a cool retreat in the midst of Kakadu National Park s wilderness. This uniquely shaped hotel, just 2 hours drive from Darwin, is the ideal base to explore Ubirr and Nourlangie rock art galleries and view the towering sandstone escarpment of Arnhem Land. The hotel offers 110 guest rooms making the shape of a crocodile which overlook's a central shaded courtyard and swimming pool. Award winning Escarpment Restaurant offers tastes of Kakadu with both buffet and a la carte options available. Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel also has an Indigenous art gallery showcasing works from the Kakadu and Arnhem region. Guests have access to a 9-hole golf course, Olympic-size pool, and tennis courts at neighbouring Jabiru Township.
The old croc needs a mew fit out
Reviewed By LeoH1961The location is great for staging your day time excursions into Kakadu however the hotel is old and tired. I doubt the the rooms have had anything updated since the original build in 1988. The ensuites in particular are in a poor state. Our shower head sprayed water randomly to one side. The base of the door was rotted out so much that the bottom piece of timber dragged across the tiled floor as it was opened and closed. The only positive comment is the the Raymor Academy 1/4 turn tapware has stood the test of time. We stayed 5 nights and in that time it was serviced 3. The pool was never cleaned. Each day you will find plastic wrappers, cups, Band-Aid’s and anything else the local kids have decide to throw into it. If you want to have dinner at the hotel you must book as preference appears to be given to the bus loads of guests over those travelling on their own. Booking is still not an assurance that they have allocated you a table as we found out. Every night is a buffet. The staff seem to do their best but getting a drink at the bar is chaotic. Even more challenging for most guests seems to be making your own coffee at breakfast. The hotel has 2 amazing Nespresso coffee machines that bewilder most first timers creating a long line waiting for your turn. I understand that there are few other choices if you chose to stay at Jabiru. The hotels can charge what they want but at $350 + per night I expected so much more.
8. Kings Canyon Resort
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 2643 reviews
www.tellsomeone who cares
Reviewed By DisapppoStayed in the campground during a rare deluge of rain. The red dust turned to liquid mud and we had a river running through our camp. Even though there were machines everywhere owing to the huge amount of new works being installed, no assistance was offered by the resort. They could not control the rain but the lack of assistance was very disappointing. The campground manager simply quipped that he would "have to charge us for water views". When I responded that we would invoice them for the engineering work we had undertaken to save both ourselves and other campers from inundation he replied, "send it to www.tellsomeone who cares". In a nutshell this sums up the attitude of this overpriced resort, for which we paid $50 a night for an unpowered site, with intermittent hot showers, very poor wireless and disinterested staff.
9. Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters, an IHG Hotel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1451 reviews
Crowne Plaza® brand to Alice Springs - the town in Australia's "Red Centre". Nestled under the MacDonnell Ranges and is just a few minutes from Alice Springs CBD and 10 minutes from the Alice Springs Airport. Adjacent to key Alice Springs visitor attractions such as Alice Springs Convention Centre and the casino, Crowne Plaza® Alice Springs Lasseters is one of the town's largest hotel, offering guests quality, convenient accommodation. The hotel offers 205 guest rooms in addition to a great variety of facilities and amenities including the beautiful resort pool, spa and sauna, state of the art fitness centre, casual dining in Tali a la carte restaurant and access to a variety of food and beverage options within the Lasseters casino including the Goat & Bucket, the Juicy Rump, Tempo, Casbah and the Juicy Sports lounge. Experience the amazing sights of Central Australia, stay at Crowne Plaza® Alice Springs Lasseters.
Nice place
Reviewed By sallycL3863ZUA little run down in places and the casino itself felt a bit downmarket. Rooms were pleasant and nice pool tho a bit too cold to use it! First impression of Alice off the plane and a good start overall.
10. Mary River Wilderness Retreat
Overall Ratings
4 based on 360 reviews
Mary River Wilderness Retreat is located halfway between Darwin and Jabiru in Kakadu National Park. This family owned and operated eco-tourism property offers an ideal venue for large groups through to couples and families for events and conferences to weekend getaways or a top end holiday. A range of air conditioned bungalows with ensuites are available from one night to a week or more. Caravan and Camping sites, Restaurant / Bar, Campers Kitchen, Bush Walks, Boat Buggy and Bike hire, River Cruises and many more facilities are on offer. Majestically set on 900 acres with sweeping views of Australia's Bush land and the world renowned Mary River which is home to twice as many saltwater Crocodiles as any other river in the world. Making Mary River Wilderness Retreat a must see location for them in their natural habitat. Mary River Wilderness Retreat is the perfect location to host an event or use as a base camp for a truly remarkable outback getaway. Immaculately manicured lawns and gardens filled with beautiful palms and gums create the feeling of paradise within the top end. Our accommodation comprises of twenty six fully air-conditioned private bungalows and our location allows easy access for self drive day tours to Mary River, Litchfield and Kakadu National Park and is very accessible to Darwin City. Only 35 kilometers to the gateway to Kakadu National Park we are the ideal location to fish and explore the Mary River, Hardies Lagoon, Shady Camp or the South Alligator. It is also a great stop over on Natures Way which takes in Kakadu and a range of other Top End attractions. We are set outside of the park so that the gate entry fee does not apply and there are plenty of close wetland experiences, wildlife, bird life and crocodile spotting for those with limited time who still want the top end experience. The property is an ideal venue to host any event from a cocktail style reception, to a fully sit-down dinner or for the corporate market, a business meeting catered in our dedicated conference room. Otherwise take advantage of the wonderful setting and choose an elegant marquee set amongst our majestic grounds for a dream wedding location there are endless options. Our catering can be tailored to personalise any given event, along with our array of activities for colleagues, delegates, friends and family all set amongst our unspoiled wilderness mean there is no place better suited to create perfect memories or to capture the attention of your group. Our tropically designed restaurant licensed for up to 300 guests boasts modern alfresco dining areas perfect for gazing over the abundant wildlife. So do you want to relax and have the most perfect private destination holiday or event imaginable? Stay at Mary River Wilderness Retreat you will be pleasantly amazed at the experience you have and will want to keep coming back!
Really nice camping spot
Reviewed By Molly CStayed here in a powered site over 5 years ago and loved it so decided to stay again for a couple of nights. Place is now under new management with skeleton staff but it is still as beautiful and peaceful as it was 5 years ago. The young guy who checked us in when we arrived was really nice and polite and apparently he and his partner will be running the place now. Huge job so wish them well. Pool is nice and refreshing. Toilets and showers are ok and acceptable. The Bamboo walk that we did 5 years ago is closed off, not sure why but can only assume it needs some maintenance and gardening done in that area. Internet here is shocking. It's hit and miss if u get any data, same with phone reception. Some times during the day and evening its slow but accessible, other times its impossible to get anything 5 minutes later. Apparently only Telstra works here. Mozzies are a nightmare there but i still would come back as i love the look of it and all the land and plants and trees on the land. Communication to actually enquire about powered sites and accommodation was ridiculous and in the end we just had to arrive there and hope they had a vacant spot there, so communication really needs to be improved but property is nice.
