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Palms City Resort

4.0 star property

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Relax on the deck surrounded by lush tropical vegetation, where you can enjoy a meal and take in the serene atmosphere.
Surrounded by lush tropical plants and palm trees, this tranquil outdoor space offers a peaceful retreat.
Relax by the serene pool surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees, with lounge chairs and a shaded area.
Welcome to our reception area, featuring a reception desk, a vibrant wall mural, and a cozy seating area with a comfortable chair and table.
Relax in this serene space with a large bed and a view of the outdoors, accompanied by a comfortable chair and a TV.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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64 Esplanade, Darwin, NT, 0800
  • The Esplanade
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Darwin Waterfront
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Mindil Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Darwin, NT (DRW-Darwin Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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

Standard Triple Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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

Standard Hotel Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Garden Bungalow

Garden Bungalow

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room, Balcony (Upstairs)

Superior Room, Balcony (Upstairs)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Tropical Villa

Tropical Villa

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Palms Villas (Featuring Outdoor Plunge Spa)

Palms Villas (Featuring Outdoor Plunge Spa)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Harbour View Villa

Harbour View Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Hotel Room, Ground Floor

Superior Hotel Room, Ground Floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

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 km
  • Darwin Waterfront - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Darwin Convention Centre - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Mindil Beach - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Cullen Bay Marina - 5 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Monsoons - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Hotel Darwin - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Non La - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Palms City Resort

Family-friendly motel with a 24-hour business center and a 24-hour front desk
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.

Languages

English, Filipino, Hindi, Indonesian, Thai

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 18.50 for adults and AUD 9 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 centre
  • 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 centre
  • 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
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

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 18.50 for adults and AUD 9 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. 579 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 336 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 1001 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martin

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

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay, so convenient, beautiful park across the road, returning later in the month
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Back in Darwin

One night in Darwin. Close to the city and Esplanade. Room was spacious. The Irish checkin staff was Fabulous and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jamie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simone

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quiet and peaceful location

Quiet, peaceful and loved the parrot on reception. No breakfast provided due to being wet season which was disappointing. Otherwise fine.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rikkie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay, staff are very kind and helpfull, wewill stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lingtao

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katharine Helen, Fittleworth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the bungalow style rooms with veranda and the great little swimming pool …
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christiaan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing staff , location and safe parking with beautiful bungalows right next to the pool
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bronwen

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is like a little oasis in the city. It was a lovely stay. Everyone was friendly, the whole place has a peaceful feel to it. Lots of lovely gardens.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect for a short stay

Great location. Everything you could need.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great central location. Lovely gardens and pool. Rooms clean and fresh. Staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room, friendly staff, poor breakfast, small bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Everaldo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Leo

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

10/10 Excellent

Simone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thank you wonderful stay and position of the Facility is close to Darwin City for easy access
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kylie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a wonderful stay. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chrystele

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, cute bungalow room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Liked the location, room was comfy for 3 people, it was clean & tidy, would stay again, highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen, Huntington Beach

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charmaine

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025