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Rydges Palmerston - Darwin

4.5 star property
4.5-star luxury hotel in Palmerston

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Exterior
Triple Room, Balcony
Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM, free cabanas, pool umbrellas
Lobby sitting area
Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service

Explore the area

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15 Maluka Drive, Palmerston, NT, 0831
  • Place, Howard Springs Nature Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Charles Darwin National Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Hidden Valley Raceway
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Darwin, NT (DRW-Darwin Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Triple Room, Balcony

Triple Room, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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2 Bedroom Apartment

2 Bedroom Apartment

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 59 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen

  • 91 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 King Beds

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Executive Business Suite with Balcony

Executive Business Suite with Balcony

  • 59 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Darwin

Central Darwin getaway .Your stay at this Palmerston hotel places you within 6 miles (10 km) of Howard Springs Nature Park and Charles Darwin National Park. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Holmes Jungle Nature Park and Flight Path Golf & Outdoor Recreation.

What's nearby

  • Howard Springs Nature Park - 7 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Charles Darwin National Park - 8 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Hidden Valley Raceway - 10 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Mindil Beach - 19 min drive - 23.6 km
  • Darwin Waterfront - 19 min drive - 24.3 km

Getting around

  • East Arm Darwin Station - 12 min drive
  • Darwin International Airport (DRW) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪ichi Gateway - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪China Bar - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Guzman Y Gomez - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ceylon Stove - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Club Café - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Rydges Palmerston - Darwin

4.5-star luxury hotel in Palmerston
Rydges Palmerston - Darwin offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour health club. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include 6 meeting rooms and coworking spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 3454 square feet (321 square meters) and includes a conference center. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at the luxury Rydges Palmerston - Darwin. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of Rydges Palmerston - Darwin was completed in December 2022.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4.5-star Darwin hotel.

  • 200 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 3454 sq ft of conference space
  • 321 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2015
  • Cabanas by the pool (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Rydges Palmerston - Darwin offers 200 accommodations with iPod docking stations and laptop-compatible safes. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Memory foam beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; AUD 28 for adults and AUD 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 24-hour health club
  • Golf caddies
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pro golf shop
  • TV in common areas
  • Wine tasting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (56 inch wide door)
  • Fixed shower seat
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • iPod dock

Bedroom

  • Day bed
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Laundry detergent
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.50 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in

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 70 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

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: approximately AUD 28 for adults and AUD 15 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 70 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.50 percent

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and up; guests must have received their complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • 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).

Property is also known as

Rydges Palmerston Darwin Hotel
Rydges Palmerston Darwin
Rydges Palmerston Darwin Hotel
Rydges Palmerston - Darwin Hotel
Rydges Palmerston - Darwin Palmerston
Rydges Palmerston - Darwin Hotel Palmerston

Reviews

Rydges Palmerston - Darwin Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 301 out of 449 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 111 out of 449 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 449 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 449 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 449 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
As soon as you walk in the staff freak you with the big smile love the distro meals were great didn’t go into pool. I just looked at it because it was pretty windy out there but now other than that it was very very nice place to stay I definitely do it again Thanks a lot.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

joseph

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

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfy and quiet, house keeping staff were very helpful and friendly, some of front desk staff not so helpful, restaurant was nice and staff were friendly
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOY

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

The reviews were right. Excellent place to stay

We chose Palmerston area rather than Darwin itself for convenience to where we needed to be. Also it was much more reasonably priced and the reviews of Darwin city hotels were generally pretty low whereas Rydges had rave reviews. We can see why. We have stayed in many hotels both in Oz and overseas and Rydges Palmerston was right up there with the best. Everything was spotless and each detail meticulously cared for. It’s worth visiting for the amazing indigenous artwork on all walls alone. The pool was clear and surrounds relaxing so you could have a drink or a meal from the bar while under the shaded areas as we did. Madame Za had exceptional food and reasonably priced. The salt and pepper croc with lime aoli was delicious and also loved the barramundi curry. Pictured. Free secure parking was a big bonus as well as free newspapers in foyer and Fox tv. The gym was well equipped and clean. Coles and coffee club over the road at Oasis shopping centre if you want cheaper options for breakfast We noticed full laundry facilities available with washers and dryers though we didn’t need to use them. The only negative is we saw no attempt to encourage guests to save water and the environment by reusing towels, recycling anything. Even though I twice put notes myself to not replace towels, it was still done each day for the 5 days we were there. A complete waste. However We would definitely stay here next time we come to Darwin.
Salt pepper croc
Barra curry
Balcony in room to watch sunset
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ali, Chippendale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location: convenient Staff: nice, polite, friendly and professional ☺️ Breakfast: reasonable variety of options, pastries could be more fresh and perhaps having few whole fruit options Room cleanness: reasonable, few stains on the sheets that could have been washed
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

sem

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Anne Jenet

Liked: Staff & service
Quiet and return customer
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property and location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The cost for the room was too expensive, very limited signage around the hotel to indicate where facilities were.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic hotel!! Very comfortable and clean, it’s a great spot if you’re wanting to explore the NT and not just Darwin, we did day trips to Litchfield and Adelaide River. Great restaurant for dinner and we had lovely drinks by the pool. We had planned to stay at a different hotel for our second weekend in Darwin after travelling to Kakadu, but we loved it so much we booked to go back here instead. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Premila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Susan Valerie

Travelled with partner
Lovely hotel, pleasant staff, excellent breakfast
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynette

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place with easy access to attractions and dining
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Carol

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Expensive breakfast but well worth it for good range & choice. Technology could do with some updating; no USB points for charging in rooms [and no spares available from reception]. They don't have any scissors in reception either. Watch the cleaning staff: they may only replace one towel each day in room for 2 pp.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Tristan and Sam

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

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

10/10 Excellent

Teegan

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin, Canberra

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maliah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were amazing - lift to our room didnt work and reception staff got onto it straight away - thankyou
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corina

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Palmerston is WAY overpriced due to the gas plant, especially given it's location near nothing substantial, but there was no faulting the accommodation and the staff. Beautifully clean and friendly professional people, worth it to not have to drive the 30-40 minutes back and forth from town every day after visiting family with 4 kids asking, "are we there yet?" :)
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kylie

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always accomodating
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Betty

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Despite putting the clean my room sign on the door the room was only cleaned once and that was the day I was checking out.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024