Stays in Darwin

Spacious apartments with private pools and a spa, near Bundilla Beach

Why guests love it

Elsey on Parap gives families spacious apartments with air conditioning, balconies and private pools. Each unit has a fully equipped kitchen, a washing machine and free Wi-Fi, and guests can use a spa and wellness area. Bundilla Beach is a short walk away and Darwin International Airport is 4 km from the property. About 58 guests rate it 9.6. Our editorial advice: cook some meals, use your private pool and walk to the beach.

Family-friendly aparthotel with a pool, spa, and on-site dining near Darwin Airport

Why guests love it

Hudson Berrimah is a four-star, family-friendly aparthotel in Darwin with air-conditioned rooms and private bathrooms. A year-round outdoor swimming pool, spa and wellness facilities and a fitness centre give families plenty of options, and an on-site restaurant serves Australian cuisine. Barbecue facilities and free WiFi are included, and Darwin International Airport is close. Guests score it 9.4 across 160 reviews, an outstanding result.

City aparthotel with infinity pool, gym, and fully equipped kitchenettes

Why guests love it

This modern unit in Darwin's CBD suits a family who wants a kitchen and a city base: it has a fully equipped kitchenette, air conditioning and a balcony with city views. In the building there is an infinity pool and a gym, plus free Wi-Fi. Guests rate it 9.4. Our editorial advice: keep breakfasts and some dinners in the unit, explore the city centre early in the day and come back for a swim in the infinity pool in the afternoon heat.

City centre studio with pool access and close to Darwin's attractions

Why guests love it

This deluxe studio apartment at Mantra sits in central Darwin, with easy access to entertainment and the wharf. It is air-conditioned with free Wi-Fi, and guests can use an outdoor swimming pool. About 57 guests rate it 9.3. It suits couples and small families better than larger groups. Our editorial advice: check the sleeping space for your group, use the pool in the afternoon and walk to the wharf.

Family-friendly apartments with sea views and full kitchens in Darwin's city centre

Why guests love it

Darwin Waterfront Short Stay Apartments are family-friendly apartments in Darwin's city centre with waterfront access. Each unit has a fully equipped kitchen, a washing machine and a private balcony or patio with views of the sea or garden, plus air conditioning and free Wi-Fi. The Convention Centre and Wharf Precinct are within easy reach. About 125 guests rate it 9.3. Our editorial advice: cook some meals, do laundry mid-stay and walk to the Wharf Precinct.

Self-contained city apartments with a pool, gym, and easy access to nature tours

Why guests love it

Argus Apartments Darwin is a 4-star complex of self-contained apartments in Darwin's city centre, rated 9.2 by guests. I would recommend it to families because each apartment has a full-size kitchen and a separate laundry, which makes longer stays with children much easier. There is a covered outdoor pool with barbecue facilities and a fitness centre, and the tour desk can arrange day trips to Kakadu and Litchfield National Parks for wildlife and waterfalls.

Spacious city apartments with a rooftop pool and spa in Darwin's CBD

Why guests love it

Magnum Serviced Apartments gives families spacious, self-contained apartments in Darwin's CBD, so everyone has room to spread out after a hot day. The rooftop pool and the spa and wellness facilities are the places to cool down, and WiFi is free. Shops and restaurants are a short walk away, as is Mitchell Street. More than 640 guests rate it 8.8. My advice: cook in on busy weekend nights, when Mitchell Street gets lively.

Stylish urban oasis with a pool, spa, and family-friendly amenities

Why guests love it

Rydges Palmerston is a 4-star hotel in Palmerston, a short drive from Darwin's CBD and airport, rated 8.8 by guests. I would recommend it to families who want space outside the city, as options range from guest rooms to apartments with fully equipped kitchens and laundry facilities, all with a balcony. The pool is a good way for children to cool off, parents have spa and wellness facilities, and Palmerston Shopping Centre is close for meals and supplies.

City centre luxury with harbour views and an executive lounge

Why guests love it

Hilton Darwin is a five-star hotel in Darwin city centre with a restaurant, a bar and an outdoor swimming pool. Many rooms have views of Darwin Harbour, and an exclusive executive lounge sits on the 20th floor. There is also a fitness centre and spa facilities. More than 500 guests rate it 8.7. My advice: ask for a harbour-view room, and check whether the executive lounge is included.

Family-friendly apartments in Darwin CBD with pool and spa

Why guests love it

H on Mitchell Apartment Hotel is a 4-star property in Darwin's CBD, rated 8.7 by guests, a short walk from the Darwin Entertainment Centre and Crocosaurus Cove. I would recommend it to families for the spacious apartment-style units, some with fully equipped kitchens, and for the outdoor pool, which helps children cool off in the tropical heat. Crocosaurus Cove is an easy outing on foot, and the on-site restaurant saves cooking after a long day.

Family-friendly apartments with a pool, kitchenettes, and balconies

Why guests love it

Hudson Parap suits families who want a little independence in Darwin: each air-conditioned family room has a kitchenette, a balcony and free WiFi. The outdoor pool is open all year, and the picnic areas and barbecue facilities make for easy dinners outside. Darwin International Airport is 4 km away, and Bundilla Beach and the Museum & Art Gallery of the Northern Territory are close. More than 510 guests rate it 8.7. My advice: plan a museum morning, then a swim back at the pool.

Harbour views, a refreshing pool, and family-friendly comfort in Darwin

Why guests love it

Hilton Garden Inn Darwin is a 4-star hotel overlooking Darwin Harbour and the Esplanade, rated 8.4 by guests. I would recommend it to families for the outdoor pool, a welcome way to cool off in the Top End heat, with a poolside bar for parents. Its 184 refurbished rooms and suites have warm oak tones and custom furniture, and most have floor-to-ceiling windows with Juliet balconies and ocean views. The Together and Co restaurant keeps meals simple on site.

Modern city hotel with a pool and spa, close to Darwin's attractions

Why guests love it

The Argus Hotel is a modern three-star in central Darwin with air-conditioned rooms and private bathrooms. A 24-hour front desk helps with late arrivals, and an outdoor pool and spa and wellness facilities are on site. The city's attractions are within reach of the central location. Guests rate it 8.4 from nearly 2,900 reviews, a reliable score for the category.

City stay with harbour views, a pool, and family-friendly apartments

Why guests love it

Oaks Darwin Elan sits in the CBD and lets you choose between hotel rooms and self-contained one or two-bedroom apartments, which is useful for a family. Many have balconies over the city, Darwin Harbour or Frances Bay. An outdoor pool, a fitness centre and a restaurant are on site, and the waterfront is close. Guests rate it 8.4 from over 3,300 reviews, a dependable score for a city stay.

City centre comfort with a pool, fitness, and easy access to Darwin's best

Why guests love it

Courtyard by Marriott Darwin is a four-star hotel in the Darwin CBD with an outdoor swimming pool, a rooftop fitness centre and an onsite restaurant and bar. The listing calls it stylish and suitable for families. More than 900 guests rate it 8.2. My advice: pick it when you want a pool and onsite dining in the city centre, with local wildlife and nature outings planned for the days.

Self-contained apartments with city and water views, a saltwater pool and spa

Why guests love it

I recommend Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin to families who want an apartment in the city centre. One- and two-bedroom units are self-contained, with balconies and many with city or water views. The outdoor saltwater pool cools the afternoons, spa and wellness facilities are on site, and Mitchell Street's shops and restaurants are about a 10-minute walk. Guests rate it 8.2 from more than 2,200 reviews.

Renovated city hotel with a pool, spa, and lively bistro near the waterfront

Why guests love it

Nightcap at the Cavenagh is a recently renovated city hotel in central Darwin, with a pool, a spa and wellness centre, and a lively bistro and bar. Families can walk to the Darwin Waterfront Precinct and the main city sights. Rated 8.2 by more than 1,300 guests. Our editorial advice: swim in the early evening once the heat eases, and eat at the bistro rather than crossing town after a long day.

Self-contained apartments with a pool, close to Darwin city and Mindil Beach

Why guests love it

Alatai Holiday Apartments is a 3-star self-contained property about a 20-minute walk from Darwin's city centre, rated 8.1 by guests. I would recommend it to families on longer trips, because every apartment is air-conditioned and has a kitchenette or a full kitchen for home-cooked meals. The outdoor swimming pool is a welcome break from the Darwin heat for children, and the barbecue facilities make an easy outdoor dinner after a day of sightseeing.

Self-contained apartments with pool, gym, and easy access to national parks

Why guests love it

Located in central Palmerston, a short drive from Darwin Airport, Quest Palmerston gives families self-contained apartments with private balconies. The outdoor pool and barbecue facilities make for easy evenings, a fitness centre is on site, and pet-friendly options mean the dog can travel too. More than 430 guests rate it 8.1. My advice: use it as a base for day trips to the nearby national parks, and keep a pool session for your return.

Luxury waterfront apartments with a pool, spa, and city views

Why guests love it

Adina Apartment Hotel Darwin Waterfront is a 4-star apartment hotel in Darwin's waterfront precinct, rated 8.1 by guests. I would recommend it to families who like to step out on foot, since seafront promenades, boutiques and restaurants surround the building. Many contemporary apartments look over the city waterfront, the boating lagoon or the park, and the swimming pool, spa facilities and gym give everyone a way to relax back at the hotel. WiFi is free.

Modern rooms and apartments with marina views, pool, and spa

Why guests love it

Cullen Bay Resorts is a 3-star property overlooking Cullen Bay Marina in Darwin, rated 8.1 by guests. I would recommend it to families for its dedicated children's pool alongside the outdoor swimming pool and a spa pool, a real plus in the tropical heat. The fully self-contained apartments have lounge areas and kitchenettes for longer stays, there is a guest barbecue area, and the marina's cafes and restaurants and the Mindil Beach Markets are close by.

Rooftop pool, spa, and harbour views in the heart of Darwin

Why guests love it

Darwin Harbour Views places families in central Darwin, with sea views, a rooftop swimming pool and a spa and wellness centre. Rooms are air-conditioned, which matters in the Top End heat, and each has a private bathroom and a balcony for evenings looking over the water. More than 670 guests rate it 8.0. My advice: head out in the cooler early hours and save the rooftop pool for the hottest part of the day.

Modern waterfront hotel with a wave pool and harbour views

Why guests love it

Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront sits within the lively Darwin Waterfront precinct, with a wave pool, a spa pool and a fitness centre for guests. Rooms are contemporary with free WiFi, and some look out over the harbour. Shops and places to eat are only steps away, which keeps outings with children short and simple. More than 620 guests rate it 7.9. My advice: ask for a harbour-view room, and plan pool time for the hottest hours.

Refurbished rooms with harbour views, a large pool and spa facilities

Why guests love it

The DoubleTree Esplanade works well for families who want a central Darwin base with proper facilities. The refurbished rooms are air-conditioned, with parkland and ocean views, and the large outdoor pool sits among tropical gardens, which is where children will head first. There is an on-site restaurant and a bar, plus spa and wellness facilities for the adults. I would choose it for the pool and the outlook over the harbour.

City centre comfort with a pool and spa facilities

Why guests love it

Value Inn Arafura Stairway is a 3-star hotel in Darwin with air-conditioned rooms and private bathrooms, a swimming pool for cooling off and spa and wellness facilities. Free on-site parking helps if you have a hire car, and the city centre's attractions are within walking distance. Guests rate it 7.8. My editorial advice: explore the city centre on foot in the cooler morning, then bring the children back for a swim in the pool during the hottest hours.

City centre apartments with a shaded pool and spa facilities

Why guests love it

Metro Advance Apartments & Hotel sits in Darwin's city centre and lets families choose between studios with kitchenettes and apartments with a full kitchen and laundry. The outdoor pool is shaded, a real help in the tropical sun, and there is a spa and wellness area plus on-site parking. More than 330 guests rate it 7.7. My advice: pick an apartment with laundry for stays over three nights, and plan pool time in the middle of the day.

Airport convenience with a tropical pool and family-friendly comforts

Why guests love it

Novotel Darwin Airport sits 250 metres from the airport and offers free airport transfers, which makes it an easy stopover. A 25-metre lap pool sits in tropical gardens, and spa and wellness facilities are available. Rooms are air-conditioned, and some have cooking and laundry facilities or a private balcony. A 7.7 score from 1,560 reviews is moderate, so I would choose it for airport convenience and the pool, not for a central Darwin base.

Apartment-style stays with harbour views and a pool in central Darwin

Why guests love it

Mantra Pandanas is a high-rise in Darwin city centre with apartment-style accommodation, so families get more room than in a standard hotel bedroom. Many units have a private balcony looking over Darwin Harbour or the city skyline, and the pool, spa and gym help fill the hottest hours. Bicentennial Park and a shopping mall are close by. More than 530 guests rate it 7.6. My advice: request a harbour-view balcony and walk to Bicentennial Park around sunset.