Nightcliff Travel Guide
Darwin
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Popular places to visit
Darwin Waterfront
4.5/5(18 reviews)
Explore Darwin’s scenic waterfront, where you can swim in the wave pool, see turtles up close and dine in restaurants overlooking the sea.
The Esplanade
4.5/5(18 reviews)
During your trip to Darwin, you can do some window-shopping at The Esplanade. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Mindil Beach
4/5(8 reviews)
Explore one of Australia’s best beaches by day or visit by evening to enjoy Asian food, a massage, live music and indigenous crafts at Darwin’s sunset markets.
Cullen Bay Marina
4/5(9 reviews)
Explore the waterfront in Darwin with a trip to Cullen Bay Marina. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Mindil Beach Sunset Market
4.5/5(7 reviews)
You can enjoy retail therapy at Mindil Beach Sunset Market during your stay in Darwin. Wander the waterfront and picturesque gardens in the area.
Crocosaurus Cove
4/5(3 reviews)
This wildlife park offers the chance to admire a number of local species, as well as the safest encounter you can have with a saltwater crocodile.
Things to do
Darwin: Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Adelaide River Cruise
£29
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Darwin: Feed Fish at Aquascene. Tickle Your Toes at Doctors Gully
£9
per adult
WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service
£16
per adult
Darwin: Hand Feed Fish at Aquascene, Doctors Gully
£9
per adult
Kakadu Wildlife Rock Art with optional Crocodile Cruise Small Group Tour
£125
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Nightcliff
Nightcliff Retreat: Stylish 2BR Apt Near Foreshore
Nightcliff NT
Stay at this apartment in Darwin. Enjoy laundry facilities, balconies and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Mindil Beach and The Esplanade are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"The property was situated perfectly for us as our relatives live at Milliner only a few minutes away. The unit itself was cosy and comfortable and suited our needs. The unit looked to be recently renovated"
Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025
The Leea Darwin
64 Cavenagh St Darwin NT
The price is £97 per night from 22 Jun to 23 Jun
£97
22 Jun - 23 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Great location and friendly staff. Lovely breakfast and restaurant food on an evening. Best shower I've had in a hotel. Unfortunately, the pool area was being upgraded during my stay (of which I was aware), but I was given a free voucher for entry to the wave lagoon as an alternative."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Gilruth Avenue The Gardens NT
The price is £164 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
£164
23 Jun - 24 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"I booked the family delux room - 1 queen bed and a single bed. I was expecting a newly renovated room. For the price I paid, the room paint was falling off, you have to leave the aircon on 24/7 so it's freezing cold in the room. The water pressure in the shower is non-existent, and the temperature ..."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Rydges Darwin Central
21 Knuckey Street Darwin NT
The price is £113 per night from 14 Jun to 15 Jun
£113
14 Jun - 15 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"All good"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade
116 The Esplanade Darwin NT
The price is £127 per night from 26 Jun to 27 Jun
£127
26 Jun - 27 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Darwin. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Room was spacious but air conditioner even though turned off the fan kept going and was very noisy. Water in shower very poor no pressure for hot water. Taps over sink were marked wrong way around. The hot was on cold side. We stayed 5 nights and floor not vacuumed once. Staff were excellent and ..."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
31 Woods Street Darwin NT
The price is £147 per night from 12 Jun to 13 Jun
£147
12 Jun - 13 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Good place and location, clean and new. 1 problem was the next room was very noisy and we could hear them all evening through the connecting door."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
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Darwin City Centre
Darwin City Centre is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Smith Street Mall or The Esplanade.
Palmerston
Palmerston is well liked for its restaurants and shopping. If you want to see more of the larger area, you might add a stop by Howard Springs Nature Park to your list.
Photo by Stuart Samuels
Open Photo by Stuart Samuels
Stuart Park
While Stuart Park isn't home to many top sights, Mindil Beach Sunset Market and Darwin Entertainment Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.
Cullen Bay
If you're spending some time in Cullen Bay, Cullen Bay Marina and Mindil Beach are top sights worth seeing.
The Gardens
Beaches, restaurants and casinos are just a few things travellers enjoy about The Gardens. Check out Mindil Beach Sunset Market or Mindil Beach while you're exploring the area.
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