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Palms City Resort

4.0 star property

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Exterior
Garden Bungalow | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, electric kettle, freezer
Reception
Harbour View Villa | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Outdoor pool, open 6 AM to 10 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $236
$215 nightly
$236 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29

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64 Esplanade, Darwin, NT, 0800
  • Place, The Esplanade
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Smith Street Mall
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Darwin Waterfront
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Darwin, NT (DRW-Darwin Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Harbour View Villa | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Harbour View Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Tropical Villa | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Tropical Villa

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Room, Balcony (Upstairs) | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, Balcony (Upstairs)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Garden Bungalow | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Garden Bungalow

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(44 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Hotel Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Triple Room | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Triple Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Palms Villas (Featuring Outdoor Plunge Spa) | Private spa tub

Palms Villas (Featuring Outdoor Plunge Spa)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Hotel Room, Ground Floor | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Superior Hotel Room, Ground Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Darwin

With a stay at Palms City Resort, you'll be centrally located in Darwin, steps from The Esplanade and 13 minutes by foot from Darwin Waterfront. .This family-friendly motel is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Mindil Beach and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Bicentennial Park.
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What's nearby

  • The Esplanade - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Bicentennial Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Smith Street Mall - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Crocosaurus Cove - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Darwin Waterfront - 14 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • East Arm Darwin Station - 17 min drive
  • Darwin International Airport (DRW) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nonna Dumplings - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Hotel Darwin - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Monsoons Darwin - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Executive Lounge - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Perk And Palate - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Palms City Resort

Palms City Resort offers 89 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. 22-inch LED televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Darwin motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Stay in one of 89 guestrooms featuring LED televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and electric kettles.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this motel include complimentary wireless internet access, wedding services, and a television in a common area.
Enjoy a meal at Breakfast Cafe or snacks in the motel's coffee shop/cafe. Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Planning an event in Darwin? This motel has 1033 square feet (96 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Breakfast Cafe - Onsite buffet restaurant.
Lameroo Bar - This bar is located by the pool. Open select days.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 25 for adults and AUD 12 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Breakfast Cafe
  • Lameroo Bar

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Baby toys
  • Children's toys
  • Fenced pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Pool toys

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 1,033 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Coworking space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Living plant wall
  • Local artist showcase
  • Renovated entire property - March 2023

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 22-inch LED TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Freezer
  • Mini-fridge
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property's general deposit is required in cash for guests checking in without a valid credit card.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 30.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service fee: 3.5 percent

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 25.00 for adults and AUD 12.00 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 30.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property uses some solar energy
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 6 AM to 10 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

City Palms
Palms City
Palms City Resort
Palms Resort
Palms City Darwin
Palms City Hotel Darwin
Palms City Resort Darwin
Palms City Darwin
Palms City Resort Hotel
Palms City Resort Darwin
Palms City Resort Hotel Darwin

Palms City Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 594 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 325 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1006 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Ryuichi

Staff there are very friendly and helpful which makes this hotel special
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Nigel

Convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay great location
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bindi Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and a very convenient position to stay in Darwin.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Justine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly check-in, clean room, great pool enjoyed the stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely setting and comfortable facilities. Would stay next time in Darwin.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

GAIL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was very helpful, the location was perfect whether to walk along the shore, close to restaurants and many sites.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good value clean central to everything staff helpful, stay there again for sure.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Tony

Liked: Staff & service
Friendly staff and convenience
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really liked this gotel. I stsyed in a bungalow and it was lovely, in amongst lush plants. Laundry room shared using tokens from the front desk. Staff friendly and helpful. Right on the ocean park so you can walk the park and get the ocean views.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean , outdoor spa was amazing, location was amazing easy car parking
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sheldon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly great pool close to shops
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed was very comfortable as were the pillows.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Can highly recommend Fast , courteous check in to a lovely garden bungalow room with a porch. The room was very well maintained and/ or recently refurbished. Kettle, toaster and electric bbq on porch seemed almost new. Comfy big bed and nice sheets.Beautiful gardens and good sized pool as well.Have last year stayed nearby in a very run down name hotel so was so glad to have picked Palm City Resort. Thank you for a lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Dianah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great central location and terrific staff
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tropical and quiet. Walkable
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely room and amenities and close to CBD
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas James Royce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff and rooms were very nice. Would stay here again and recommend to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the pool side bungalow and the closeness to CBD and everything we came to Darwin to see and do
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the check-in, which included Sammy the parrot! Super friendly staff. A good walkable location for many of the sights in Darwin. The pool was great, and the room was good for the price. I would definitely recommend and would return if in the NT.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Nice size, but there was quite a bit of noise at night time - people running around and screaming and shouting.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always like to stay here, a tropical resort in the heart of the cbd
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff & close to town & waterfront
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025