For your next visit to the adventure capital of the Northern Territory, here’s our list of luxury accommodation Darwin.
The Northern Territory is Australia’s last frontier and at its heart is Darwin, a vibrant city with a rich history and a steppingstone to the ancient landscapes and natural wonders for which the Northern Territory is famous.
Darwin is one of Australia’s favourite holiday destinations and if you are a luxury traveller wanting luxury accommodation Darwin has a good choice of resorts, hotels, and apartments.
Luxury Accommodation in Darwin City
When searching for the best hotels in Darwin it is important to choose the right location. The most popular options are Mindil Beach, the Darwin Waterfront and accommodation Darwin CBD.
If you are looking for Darwin luxury accommodation in these areas, you will find a good range of 5 star and 4-star resorts, hotels and apartments.
Mindil Beach Accommodation Darwin City
Mindil Beach is a much sort after area and is famous for the Casino, the lively Mindil Beach Sunset Markets which are held from late April to October and the place to watch a spectacular Mindil Beach sunset over the Timor Sea.
Mindil Beach Casino Resort Review
Often considered the best hotel in Darwin, the Mindil Beach Casino Resort pampers with its own private white sand beach, lagoon pool, award winning restaurants and bars.
Set amid 30 acres of lush tropical splendour, this Darwin resorts 5-star ranking is further enhanced by the proximity of the Casino which is just steps away.
With a selection of beautifully appointed rooms and suites with either garden, ocean or the much sort after lagoon views, it is little wonder that the Mindil Beach Casino Resort sets the benchmark for Darwin luxury hotels.
Accommodation Darwin Waterfront
The Darwin Waterfront is Darwin’s dining precinct and home to parklands, Stokes Hill Wharf and the place to enjoy all the fun of the Darwin waterfront wave lagoon
Darwin Waterfront Luxury Suites Review
If you are looking for apartment style accommodation look no further than these Darwin luxury waterfront suites. With stunning views overlooking the Darwin waterfront area and within easy walk to restaurants you will find the perfect place for a family holiday.
This Darwin waterfront accommodation has a choice of one to three bedroom apartments which can sleep from two up to seven people. All the apartments have a fresh modern design with spacious living areas, fully equipped kitchen, laundry facilities and balconies with comfortable outdoor entertainment space and barbeque area which may feature views of Darwin Harbour.
Darwin Waterfront Apartments Review
The Darwin Waterfront Apartments are located within the lively restaurant sector of the Darwin Waterfront and are perfect for those looking for self-catering accommodation.
These spacious two and three bedroom apartments come with fully equipped kitchen with coffee machine, dishwasher and washing machine. Each apartment features large balconies with barbeque facilities and striking ocean views.
Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront Review
The Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront delivers a clean contemporary style which compliments this colourful Darwin Harbour setting. The hotel is located within the heart of Darwin’s restaurant and bar scene.
There are a choice of room configurations including standard, triple, wheelchair accessible and the Aqua view rooms which feature views of Darwin harbour. The hotel has an onsite restaurant and bar, pool and fitness centre.
Best Accommodation in Darwin CBD
Darwin CBD is where you will find a good mix of history, nature and dining. Explore the WWII Oil Storage Tunnels, dive with a collection of toothy reptiles at Crocosaurus Cove or relax under the stars with a movie at the Deck Chair Cinema between April and November.
Hilton Darwin Review
When looking for Darwin accommodation 5-star luxury hotels Darwin Hilton is often the first to come to mind. The Hilton Darwin Hotel is in the heart of the city centre, just 250 metres from the Esplanade and a short walk to Parliament House.
Hilton Darwin has a selection of rooms including guest rooms, suites and executive rooms which have exclusive access to the Executive Lounge. Rooms have a modern décor with local Aboriginal accents and some feature harbour views. Other hotel facilities include an outdoor swimming pool and fitness centre.
The PepperBerry Restaurant menu showcases contemporary Australian cuisine, and the Palm Court Bar & Lounge offer an extensive range of wines and cocktails.
Novotel Darwin CBD Review
Located on the Esplanade the Novotel Darwin CBD is the ideal location for exploring the leafy green pathways of Bicentennial Park and is within easy reach of the Mitchell Street cafes and Crocosaurus Cove which is a popular Darwin crocodile attraction.
When you enter the hotel, you will be welcomed into an atrium of cascading vines and tropical indoor rainforest. Within the atrium you will find Zest Restaurant which serves a range of Australian dishes that showcase indigenous flavours. The Atrium Bar and Garden is the perfect place to relax with a cocktail after a busy day of sightseeing.
The Novotel Darwin CBD has a variety of room configurations including standard and superior rooms, suites and apartments with either city or harbour views.
Zen Towers Penthouse Review
If you are looking for family accommodation Darwin the Zen Towers Penthouse may be a good option for you. These elegantly appointed three bedroom apartments present a choice of sea view, garden view, landmark view, inner courtyard view or city view.
The Zen Towers Penthouse offer all the comforts of home, spacious living areas, fully equipped kitchen with full size fridge, coffee machine, dishwasher, and laundry facilities. The rooms are light and airy with a splash of colour and can accommodate up to seven people.
The apartment features a large outdoor area with barbeque facilities and the apartment complex boasts a pool and fitness centre.
Top Accommodation Darwin Airport
Sometimes it’s more convenient to stay close to the Airport, especially for those with early flights or in transit to other destinations. There are a few choices for luxury accommodation Darwin Airport and here are two of our favourites, the Novotel Darwin Airport and the Quality Hotel Darwin Airport.
Novotel Darwin Airport Review
The Novotel Darwin Airport is on the top of the list of quality luxury accommodation Darwin Airport. There is a selection of room styles, the standard Queen room, standard room with two Queen beds and two bedroom suite which features a kitchenette with microwave, dining table and laundry facilities.
While there, sample delicious Chinese cuisine at the Loong Fong Restaurant, unwind in the swimming pool or fitness centre and take advantage of the free Airport shuttle bus service.
Quality Hotel Darwin Airport Review
The Quality Hotel Darwin Airport has a range of rooms including Queen rooms with disability access, business, twin and standard King rooms, executive and family rooms with kitchenette.
The hotel has a swimming pool, and the Airport is easily accessible with the hotel’s free airport shuttle bus service.
Last Words on Luxury Accommodation Darwin
As you can see if you are looking for luxury accommodation Darwin has a good range of hotels to choose from. We hope this article has helped you pick the best resort, hotel or apartment for an enjoyable stay in Darwin.
We fell in love with the city and learnt about the bombing of Darwin at the Darwin Military Museum, visited the Mindil Beach Sunset Markets, and got back to nature on a Mary River Wetland Cruise during our recent road trip from Darwin to Cairns which your can find here and our Darwin to Perth road trip.
Have you been to Darwin? Where did you stay and what attractions did you visit during your stay? We would love to hear from you so feel free to leave a comment.
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