Palms City Resort - Darwin

$$$$||View on mapDarwin, Australia64 The Esplanade, Darwin, Australia, 0800|
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Palms City Resort - Darwin
64 The Esplanade, Darwin, Australia, 0800·View on map
$$$$
Overall Score
Great
8.4Great
Location9.4
Staff9.0
Cleanliness8.9
Comfort8.9
Facilities8.5
Who stays here
Couples49%
Families21%
Solo19%
Groups11%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.4Great
Location9.4
Staff9.0
Cleanliness8.9
Comfort8.9
Facilities8.5
Who stays here
Couples49%
Families21%
Solo19%
Groups11%

Palms City Resort: Tropical garden resort in Darwin CBD with private villas and outdoor spa tubs

Accommodations

The resort offers unique bungalows and villas set amidst extensive tropical gardens, with private deck access in select villas that include outdoor Jacuzzis. Harbor View Villas provide views over the esplanade, while Garden Bungalows place guests directly among the lush foliage. Each room type includes air conditioning, premium bedding, and a private balcony or deck with garden views.

Dining

On-site dining includes a buffet breakfast with diverse options, served in a tropical garden setting; guests can pre-book breakfast at a special rate of $20 per person. The pool bar offers snacks, drinks, and a happy hour for guests relaxing by the outdoor swimming pool. Nearby, the Waterfront Precinct provides additional restaurant choices within walking distance of the resort.

Recreation & Wellness

The outdoor swimming pool is set within landscaped gardens and features sun loungers, umbrellas, and a pool bar. An exclusive outdoor spa offers relaxation and tranquility, while the fitness center provides exercise facilities for guests. The resort also has BBQ facilities, a sun terrace, and outdoor furniture spread across the tropical grounds.

Family & Business

Children are accommodated with a dedicated playground and kids' outdoor play equipment, plus a kid-friendly buffet and special kids' meals. Business travelers benefit from comprehensive meeting and banquet facilities, plus fax/photocopying services and a 24-hour front desk. The resort offers accessible parking, facilities for disabled guests, and a tour desk for excursion planning.

Location

Palms Resort Darwin sits on the Esplanade opposite Bicentennial Park, with Darwin Waterfront Precinct and Mindil Beach Sunset Market within walking distance. The central business district is minutes away on foot, providing access to local eateries, shops, and the city's convention facilities. Guests can walk to the main street and attractions while remaining in a quiet garden setting.

  • Accommodations: Private villas with outdoor Jacuzzis and garden bungalows
  • Dining: Buffet breakfast and pool bar with happy hour
  • Recreation: Outdoor pool, fitness center, and exclusive outdoor spa
  • Family: Children's playground, kid-friendly buffet, and kids' meals
  • Business: Meeting facilities, 24-hour front desk, and tour desk
  • Location: Darwin CBD on the Esplanade near park and waterfront
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
until 10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs AUD 25.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Portuguese, Chinese, Korean, Hindi, Bahasa Indonesian, Thai, Tagalog / Filipino
Building
Number of rooms:84
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Rooms and availability

Bungalow
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Queen Size Bed1 King Size Bed
Standard Triple Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    3 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Air conditioning
Superior Ground Floor Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
  • Shower
  • Air conditioning
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Babysitting
Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Air conditioning
Facilities for kids

Children's buffet

Cribs

Board games

Private beach

Sun loungers

Beach umbrellas

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness center

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Stores/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business center
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs
  • Children's buffet
  • Board games

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage

Room view

  • Garden view
  • Harbor view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Garden furniture

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Palms City Resort

💵 Lowest room price 102 US$
📏 Distance to center 100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 8.1 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Darwin International, DRW

Location

64 The Esplanade, Darwin, Australia, 0800
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64 The Esplanade, Darwin, Australia, 0800
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Public Building
Parliament House
100 yd
Museums
WWII Oil Storage Tunnels
100 yd
Bicentennial Park
Darwin Cenotaph
100 yd
Jervois Rd
Darwin Deckchair Cinema
100 yd
Nawurlandja Lookout
100 yd
Gallery
Aboriginal Fine Arts Gallery
100 yd
Gallery
Mbantua Fine Art Gallery
100 yd
13 Smith St
The Old Town Hall
100 yd
Star Village 32 Smith St
Star Village
100 yd
Gallery
Paul Arnold Gallery
100 yd
Kitchener Drive Stokes Hill Wharf Precinct
Australian Pearling Exhibition
100 yd
Gallery
Mason Gallery
100 yd
2 Smith St
Christ Church Cathedral Darwin
100 yd
25 Woods St
Chinese Temple and Museum Chung Wah
100 yd
The Esplanade (near Government House)
Survivors' Lookout
100 yd
Lake Alexander
100 yd
Restaurant
The Deck Bar
100 yd
Restaurant
PepperBerry Restaurant
100 yd
Restaurant
The Magic Wok Restaurant
100 yd
Restaurant
Steam Up
100 yd
Restaurant
Speaker's Corner Cafe
100 yd
Restaurant
Cold Rock Ice Creamery Darwin
100 yd
Restaurant
The Rabbithole
100 yd
Restaurant
Cafe 21
100 yd
Restaurant
Four Birds
100 yd

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