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Rydges Palmerston - Darwin

Property class: 4.5

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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15 Maluka Drive, Palmerston, NT, 0831
  • Place, Palmerston Regional Hospital
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Charles Darwin National Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Hidden Valley Raceway
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Darwin, NT (DRW-Darwin Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • City view
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Triple Room, Balcony

A hotel room with three beds, each with a different colored pillow, a desk with a chair, and artwork on the walls.

Triple Room, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the city.

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a kitchenette, and a view of the city.

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 570 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a wardrobe, and a mirror.

2 Bedroom Apartment

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 635 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, dining area, and a balcony with a city view.

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen

  • City view
  • 979 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 King Beds

View all photos for Executive Business Suite with Balcony

A hotel room with a large bed, a balcony with a chair, and a view of the city.

Executive Business Suite with Balcony

  • City view
  • 635 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Darwin

Located in Palmerston, Rydges Palmerston - Darwin is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Palmerston Regional Hospital and within a 10-minute drive of Howard Springs Nature Park. This 200-room, 4.5-star hotel welcomes guests with a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • Palmerston Regional Hospital - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Howard Springs Nature Park - 8 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Charles Darwin National Park - 9 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Hidden Valley Raceway - 11 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Darwin Aviation Museum - 12 min drive - 9.2 miles

Getting around

  • East Arm Darwin Station - 12 min drive
  • Darwin International Airport (DRW) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪China Bar - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Guzman Y Gomez - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Club Café - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Arch Rival - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Rydges Palmerston - Darwin

At Rydges Palmerston - Darwin, guests enjoy features like an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Free parking is available if you drive. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with access to locker space, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include meeting rooms, a conference center, and coffee/tea in a common area.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Memory foam beds sport premium bedding and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Other standard amenities include furnished balconies, refrigerators, and coffee makers.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour health club.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; AUD 28 for adults and AUD 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Madame Za
  • Za Bar

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 24-hour health club
  • Golf caddies
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pro golf shop
  • TV in common areas
  • Wine tasting room

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 6 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (3,454 square feet of space)
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (56 inch wide door)
  • Fixed shower seat
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 7 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2015
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - December 2022

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Day bed
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Laundry detergent
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 70 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 28 for adults and AUD 15 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 70 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, debit card, or cash deposit 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.
  • The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for golf tee times. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Rydges Palmerston Darwin Hotel
Rydges Palmerston Darwin
Rydges Palmerston Darwin Hotel
Rydges Palmerston - Darwin Hotel
Rydges Palmerston - Darwin Palmerston
Rydges Palmerston - Darwin Hotel Palmerston

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Rydges Palmerston - Darwin?

Rydges Palmerston - Darwin offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Rydges Palmerston - Darwin?

As of Oct 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rydges Palmerston - Darwin on Oct 26, 2026 start from $139, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do close to Rydges Palmerston - Darwin?

This hotel is situated in Palmerston, close to Hidden Valley Raceway, Howard Springs Nature Park, and Flight Path Golf & Outdoor Recreation.

Is parking available on site at Rydges Palmerston - Darwin?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Rydges Palmerston - Darwin have luxury amenities?

Yes, guests can indulge in luxuries such as an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and champagne service at this hotel.

Does Rydges Palmerston - Darwin feature a casino at the property?

No, Rydges Palmerston - Darwin doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Rydges Palmerston - Darwin?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 6:00 AM and 9:00 PM.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Rydges Palmerston - Darwin?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including champagne service as well as a restaurant and an outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at Rydges Palmerston - Darwin?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Rydges Palmerston - Darwin feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Rydges Palmerston - Darwin serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Madame Za.

Will Rydges Palmerston - Darwin allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Rydges Palmerston - Darwin though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Rydges Palmerston - Darwin?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Where is the closest airport to Rydges Palmerston - Darwin?

The closest major airport to Rydges Palmerston - Darwin is Darwin International Airport (DRW), which is 11.6 mi away (23 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Rydges Palmerston - Darwin?

Yes, every guestroom at Rydges Palmerston - Darwin comes with a furnished balcony and some offer ocean and mountain views.

Does Rydges Palmerston - Darwin offer wedding services?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Rydges Palmerston - Darwin.

Rydges Palmerston - Darwin Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 338 out of 496 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 117 out of 496 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 496 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 496 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 496 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Clean rooms great staff .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great apartment for stay in Darwin.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful place with friendly staff who go above and beyond to make your stay enjoyable
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent staff and facilities upon arriving
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Plenty of parking, helpful staff and breakfast was excellent. Top marks to staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean rooms, breakfast and the cleaning ladies very excellent in their service
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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highly recommended. Stayed twice now. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice room , great staff , breakfast was good
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Cocktails were excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Location and great size of rooms. Comfy bed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Great size room, easy to access, breakfast was a stand out. Huge bed, not singles pushed together to be a “king” but a proper king. Staff were friendly and helpful but didn’t really need to interact with them. Overall fantastic experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Bar staff were fantastic
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Top Hotel
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff were wonderful and very polite. The room was very clean. I cannot fault the place at all
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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great check-in. was offered early check-in (for a reasonable fee) which was awesome. thanks v comfortable bed. spacious room. pool area was great
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Lovely hotel, pleasant staff, excellent breakfast
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great facilities, staff, and affordable, could not fault anything, would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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We love staying here
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent property and location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean and efficient and really comfortable. The pool is gorgeous. The staff are just lovely. Management is getting it right here. And don't get me started on the food! Your chef is a genius. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place with easy access to attractions and dining
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

I love staying here
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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The TV wasnt working for the 2 of the 3 days i was there but the staff made every attempt to fix it, wasnt a problem at all. Every other aspect was excellent. Unfortunately they fixed it just in time to watch the last state of origin game, they cldve waited another day... 😞
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Lovely hotel and very convenient to Darwin and surrounding area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay! Nice and clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024