Palms City Resort

4.0 star property

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Outdoor pool, open 6 AM to 10 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Palms Villas (Featuring Outdoor Plunge Spa) | Terrace/patio
Harbour View Villa | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Garden Bungalow | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, electric kettle, freezer

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
64 Esplanade, Darwin, NT, 0800
  • The Esplanade
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Smith Street Mall
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Government House
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Darwin, NT (DRW-Darwin Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Triple Room

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

Standard Hotel Room

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Garden Bungalow

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room, Balcony (Upstairs)

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Tropical Villa

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Palms Villas (Featuring Outdoor Plunge Spa)

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Harbour View Villa

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Hotel Room, Ground Floor

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About this property

Palms City Resort

Family-friendly Darwin motel in Darwin City Centre with free parking
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 centre and a coffee shop/cafe are on-site.
Palms City Resort offers 89 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. 22-inch LED televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

This Darwin motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

Children aged 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.

Palms City Resort's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from The Esplanade. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and an outdoor pool are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking and Motorhome/coach/lorry parking
  • Options for a bite to eat or a refreshing drink include a coffee shop, a restaurant, a poolside bar and a bar/lounge
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include tour or ticket assistance, luggage storage and wedding services
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the helpful staff
  • 13 minutes by foot from Darwin Waterfront and a 4-minute drive from Mindil Beach
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A 24-hour business centre, meeting rooms, and coworking spaces are available.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this motel measures 1033 square feet (96 square metres) and includes conference space. An outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at the family-friendly Palms City Resort. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of Palms City Resort was completed in March 2023.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Darwin motel.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Breakfast Cafe – On-site buffet restaurant.
Lameroo Bar – This bar is located by the pool. Open selected 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

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 150 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately AUD 18.50 for adults and from AUD 9 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 30.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property uses solar energy
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6 AM to 10 PM
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • 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. 568 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 346 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 1002 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark Robert Rhodes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our favourite place to stay. Lovely staff Comfortable rooms Great views and walks Convenient
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kylie

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Warren John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location to explore from
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ideal Darwin stay for us
Our Garden Bungalow at Palms City was an ideal base to explore the city and area. In an excellent location for walking to the main areas of interest the resort is a lovely green oasis in contrast to the high rise hotels around. Our Garden Bungalow was comfortable, well equipped and spacious with a good balcony area where we ate our meals. As it happened we didn’t use the pool but it looked good and seemed quite lively. Disappointed though that the one time we decided to use the (limited hours) pool bar they had run out of cocktails 😕 That’s why I marked service down from 5*. We hadn’t booked breakfast and didn’t use the dining area but it seemed well used and looked good. Overall really pleased we stayed here and would definitely be our first choice for a return to Darwin
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great 3night stay in an excellent location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The environment and location was excellent.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

EDWARD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Resort is in an awesome location for walking to the CBD shops or the Waterfront precinct (for dining). Lovely gardens and breakfast was great value. Stayed in a garden bungalow -very quiet & great aircon. Only criticism would be that pool is a little small -would have been great if separate adults & children"s pool. Certainly stay here again if we get back to Darwin.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jayde

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great tropicalstyle hut accom
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Severin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful stay, would recommend over any of the hotel chains any day of the week
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christophe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Palms and pool an oasis in the city, yet just minutes walk away to the action. Good breakfast. On site launderette useful. Friendly, helpful staff. Loved the resident parrot & hen! Thank you for our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jess

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely atmosphere with all the plants and the friendly pet bird at reception was a highlight. Only complaint was the pillows weren't great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful third visit to this resort, it never disappoints
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So close to everything walking distance to shops restaurants waterfront. Quiet, clean and like a little oasis in heart darwin. Staff were friendly and helpful even pickles the bird.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Niki

Good location.
Good location. Close to Smith Street and the mall. Rooms are small and can hear people walking past the room. It didn't feel private. The room was clean. I didn't use the pool but other guests took advantage of it. There is a laundry.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn, Kathu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one of my favourite properties in Darwin. The rooms are clean and comfortable. Bathroom is compact but excellent. Nothing like a great shower at the end of the day. The bed was very comfortable. Breakfast was available and plentiful. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the tropical garden property very relaxing so never want to leave
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Raveendra

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Chieh

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay for couples and friends
Clean villas. Bathrooms very nice. However there were some ants so don’t leave open food lying around. Put it all in the fridge in the kitchenette. Pickles the concierge parrot was a great hit. Central location. Parking provided for the villas.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024