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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
Harbour View Villa | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Standard Hotel Room | View from room

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
$129
includes taxes & fees
Feb 3 - Feb 4

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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
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Darwin, NT (DRW-Darwin Intl.)
    ‪14 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
  • 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
  • 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
(39 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
(25 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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

Standard Triple Room

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

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Palms Villas (Featuring Outdoor Plunge Spa) | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

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
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About this property

Palms City Resort

4-star motel in Darwin City Centre
Along with an outdoor pool, this motel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a poolside bar, a 24-hour business center, and a coffee shop/cafe are onsite.
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.

Dining options at the motel include a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the motel's bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Business amenities at this 4-star property consist of a 24-hour business center, meeting rooms, and coworking spaces.

A computer station is located on site and wireless Internet access is complimentary. Event facilities measuring 1033 square feet (96 square meters) include conference space. This family-friendly motel also offers an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a vending machine. Limited complimentary onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A total renovation of this property was completed in March 2023.

Palms City Resort has designated areas for smoking.

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 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. 588 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 324 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1002 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lynnette

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

dariusz

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent staff on reception - room cleaning service was mixed - excellent some days, other days it was left as if it had been rushed - part made beds but was always left clean. The Harbour Villa was well equipped with a great balcony area - some traffic noise around 8am for 30 mins but the view over esplanade/sea was fantastic. The extended use of the room for 2 hours until midday was appreciated but AU$50 was a little excessive for such a short extention
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mervyn

Liked: Staff & service
Pool bar had beer that wasn’t cold and no toilet.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia, Kelowna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice and comfortable and reception fabulous. A bit noisy by the pool but shut down at 10 which was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Gregory

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
When we were there it was in the high 90's and the room AC barely kept the room cool even after leaving it on the entire day. Bathroom was clean but VERY tiny. Staff was very nice and helpful. Location was pretty good as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Albert

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lan

Traveled with family
Staff very friendly and the tropical environment of the palms hotel really beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Ann

Liked: Staff & service
Internet was terrible. More a motel than a hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Air-conditioning was good. Clean room with small balcony overlooking the pool.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our bungalow was lovely and cool when we arrived from Melbourne at 1am. The pool was much appreciated after a day exploring the waterfront and the cocktails from the Pool Bar were delicious! This property is well located, easy walking distance to everything you could want. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved it here. Great rooms with comfy beds and a little kitchenette( we had a bungalow). Lovely to be able to sit out on our little balcony as well. Perfect location to walk to shops, restaurants and cafes as well as the esplanade
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

G

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Stephen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Took awhile for cleaning staff to clean room, waited and waited end up going to reception, needed also pillows, takes 2 days etc. This time very poor
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Dianah

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

8/10 Good

Clare

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay fairly central has everything you need including washing machine and dryer area. Would recommend only down side was very noisy especially early morning maybe choose a cabin room in middle of the complex
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

David

Business traveler
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

10/10 Excellent

Finbar

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicely renovated property, great bathrooms, spacious and modern. Extra couple of pillows would have been good but this property is very nice, tropical and beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely relaxed location in heart of city but with a beachside vibe. Cocktails by the pool was an added bonus. Staff very helpful and bungalow had all we needed. Loose handle attended too straightaway. Would defo stay here again when next in Darwin
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Maree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only bad was bungalow is right next to footpath/road & fence doesnt provide privacy or noise reduction, othefwise a great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I found tbis to be a verg pleasant resort in lovely gardens. I booked a villa and found the serenity abd privacy engaging. Charming receoptiion staff and the presence of Pickles, the parrot, a bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025