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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
Outdoor pool, open 6 AM to 10 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Garden Bungalow | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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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

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

Tropical Villa

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Superior Room, Balcony (Upstairs)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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

Garden Bungalow

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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About the neighborhood

Darwin

Located in Darwin City Centre, Palms City Resort is adjacent to The Esplanade and within a 15-minute walk of popular sights like Darwin Waterfront. This 89-room, 4-star motel welcomes guests with conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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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
  • Darwin Entertainment Centre - 10 min walk - 0.6 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

  • ‪Hotel Darwin - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Monsoons Darwin - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Perk And Palate - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Nonna Dumplings - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Palm Court Bar & Lounge - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Palms City Resort

Renovated in 2023, Palms City Resort offers an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with tours/tickets and luggage storage. Other amenities at this family-friendly motel include conference space, a 24-hour business center, and coffee/tea in a common area.
22-inch LED TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include electric kettles, ceiling fans, and phones.
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.

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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

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 30.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

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

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

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 25.00 for adults and AUD 12.00 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 30.0 per day

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 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 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
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck 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 credit card for incidental charges and 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • This property uses solar energy.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 6 AM to 10 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • 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.
  • There are no elevators.
  • Parking has height restrictions.
  • 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

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Palms City Resort?

Palms City Resort provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Palms City Resort?

As of May 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Palms City Resort on May 22, 2026 start from $142, 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's there to see around Palms City Resort?

This motel is situated in Darwin City Centre, just steps from The Esplanade and Darwin Harbour, and within a short walk of Smith Street Mall. You'll also find Darwin Waterfront and Mindil Beach within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Palms City Resort?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the motel. Though parking is limited parking, free RV/bus/truck parking and wheelchair-accessible parking are also available.

Does Palms City Resort feature a casino?

No, Palms City Resort doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Palms City Resort?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 6 AM and 10 PM.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Palms City Resort?

There are many amenities for couples at this motel, including a restaurant plus some guestrooms feature a private plunge pool and a private hot tub.

Are there hot tubs at Palms City Resort?

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

Does Palms City Resort have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Palms City Resort serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Breakfast Cafe.

Does Palms City Resort allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Palms City Resort though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Palms City Resort?

Yes, you can book connecting rooms at this motel for your group or family vacation.

Where is the closest airport to Palms City Resort?

The closest major airport to Palms City Resort is Darwin International Airport (DRW), which is 8.2 mi away (25 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Palms City Resort?

Yes, some guestrooms at this motel offer either a furnished balcony and a patio where guests can enjoy ocean and garden views.

Does Palms City Resort host weddings?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Palms City Resort.

Palms City Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 593 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 325 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1004 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay in our dinky bungalow. Lovely pool. The cleaning staff were very friendly and smiley. We were very upset when we arrived because the chef was on holiday so there was no food! We had to rush out to buy food as soon as we arrived ---not ideal! Why did you not send us a message so that we were prepared?
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Bridgette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was lovely, only stayed one night due to flight the next day. We had a bungalow room which had its own bbq. Faced the pool. We stayed here 10 years ago and standard was still as good. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Definately recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

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

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tropical and quiet. Walkable
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

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

8/10 Good

Tony

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The best experience we had in Darwin. We love the adorable pickles and everyone at the front desk is super friendly and kind. The rooms are new and cleaned. You just have to remember to bring your own toothbrush and toothpaste!
Pickles make us feel extra welcomed
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

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Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aoife

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely leafy setting & laundry room with water fountain which was very useful.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justine

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

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed was very comfortable as were the pillows.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was fantastic, when inside the grounds you would think you’re in a rain forest. It was clean and private - Very happy
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was good the staff were good, the breakfast was fine. The beds are very cheap, very uncomfortable. How hard is it to buy a mattress that actually gives you a good nights sleep
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

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

6/10 Okay

Robyn, Kathu

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room itself was clean and tidy. Nice shower. Beds were comfortable but a little on the short side. Unfortunately, the people in the room next door were a nightmare. Yelling and arguing until 4 in the morning. The hotel staff did eventually remove them. I have stayed here before and never had any issues like this. It was a pity this happened because it spouled what could have been a nice weekend
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thank you so much :) your made our experience most enjoyable. I will be recommending you to everyone. Well done Team Warmest regards Michelle @ Noonamah
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donell Jennifer

Yes
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room staff very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, Pascoe Vale

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay great location
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

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