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Palms City Resort

4.0 star property
Family-friendly motel with a 24-hour business center and a 24-hour front desk

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Palms Villas (Featuring Outdoor Plunge Spa) | Terrace/patio
Outdoor pool, open 6 AM to 10 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Harbour View Villa
Reception
Standard Hotel Room | View from room
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

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

Standard Triple Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2023
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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

Standard Hotel Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2023
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Garden Bungalow

Garden Bungalow

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dining table
LED TV
Renovated in 2023
  • 280 sq ft
  • 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)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dining table
LED TV
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Tropical Villa

Tropical Villa

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dining table
  • 280 sq ft
  • 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)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Harbour View Villa

Harbour View Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dining table
LED TV
  • 280 sq ft
  • 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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dining table
LED TV
Renovated in 2023
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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About the area

Map
64 Esplanade, Darwin, NT, 0800

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
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hotel Darwin - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Non La - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Executive Lounge - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Palms City Resort

Upscale family-friendly motel remodeled in 2023 and located near Darwin Waterfront
At Palms City Resort, you can look forward to a poolside bar, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Breakfast Cafe, the on-site buffet restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a playground and laundry facilities.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a vending machine, and outdoor furniture
  • Tour/ticket assistance, meeting rooms, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 89 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 22-inch LED TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and freezers

Languages

English, Filipino, Hindi, Indonesian, Thai

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 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 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
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 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

Frequently asked questions

Does Palms City Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 6 AM–10 PM.

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

As of Aug 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Palms City Resort on Sept 13, 2025 start from CA $188.49, excluding 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.

Is Palms City Resort pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Palms City Resort?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Palms City Resort?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Palms City Resort?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Palms City Resort located?

This family-friendly Darwin motel is located near the airport, within a 15-minute walk of The Esplanade and Darwin Waterfront. Bicentennial Park and Darwin War Memorial are just steps away.

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Palms City Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 585 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 328 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1000 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

Meaghan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful bungalows in a garden setting, unlike any other Darwin hotels. The small pool and bar were lovely. Friendly staff and resident parrot to greet us!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were lovely, the gardens were lush around the bungalows. It was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay. The hotel is well looked after and the staff were all friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bird at the front counter and staff so friendly and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice hotel. Great location, right on the esplanade. Good breakfast. Nice little pool area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
LOVED this place. Very pretty and loved Pickles!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

AnitaandGeorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a lovely stay. Never have any issues, that’s why I always stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry-anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful lush gardens surrounded the pool. Garden and pool villas are perfect, pool bar open from 3-6pm. Property very clean and staff are excellent, recommend this resort.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

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

2/10 Terrible

Casey

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay was very noisy we were kept up with a lot of noise and foot traffic past our door all night they told me they were booked out and didn't have any available upgrades online says other but you know it's holiday season
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were absolutely fantastic, Villas are perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It wasn’t the hotel’s fault but on Territorian Day the very loud fireworks opposite the hotel made for a very noisy few hours. Apart from that the hotel was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
GREAT SPOT CENTRAL TO EVERYTHING
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elene (Helen)

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a very beautiful place
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved my stay at the hotel. The Bigelow room was clean, calm, and quiet. Perfect for a relaxing trip. The location was very convenient, within walking distance to both the town center and the seaside. Everything felt comfortable and well-maintained. I highly recommend it!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rikkie

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

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location but the room was a bit tight on space and the hot water fluctuating whilst you are under the shower didn’t help. Having said that we enjoyed our stay there and would probably stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was a bit tight but good overall.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katharine Helen

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

8/10 Good

clifford

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

8/10 Good

Phimphone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice hotel.

Beautiful property in a perfect location. Within a quick walk to market, restaurants. Awesome staff. Very clean and comfortable. Only part that wasn’t great was the noise from next door /bar. They stop at midnight I think but otherwise, great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sapphire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, friendly staff and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025