Rapid Creek
Darwin
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Popular places to visit
Darwin Waterfront
4.5/5(42 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(30 reviews)
Just a couple blocks from Darwin City Centre, this long street and bordering park offer great opportunities to appreciate nature, recreation and history.
Mindil Beach
4/5(14 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
4.5/5(10 reviews)
From early morning fishing excursions to evening sunset viewing, this waterfront spot north of downtown Darwin is filled with activity.
Mindil Beach Sunset Market
4.5/5(10 reviews)
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Mindil Beach Sunset Market during your visit to Darwin. Wander the waterfront and picturesque gardens in the area.
Crocosaurus Cove
4.5/5(12 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: Hand Feed Fish at Aquascene, Doctors Gully
$12
per adult
Kakadu Wildlife Rock Art with optional Crocodile Cruise Small Group Tour
$168
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service
$21
per adult
Kakadu National Park Explorer Tour from Darwin
$283
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Adelaide River Jumping Crocs Cruise
$125
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Rapid Creek Hotel Deals
Family Friendly With In-Ground Spa
Rapid Creek NT
$313 nightly
The price is $313 total per night from Jun 13 to Jun 14
$313 total
Jun 13 - Jun 14
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this vacation home in Darwin. Enjoy private pools and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Mindil Beach and Darwin Waterfront are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"What a massive and gorgeous house! Four stylish bedrooms, two sparkling bathrooms, and so much space — perfect for big families like ours. The place was spotless and super comfy from the moment we walked in.Marco is the coolest host ever — friendly, chill, and always ready to help with tips about ..."
Reviewed on Oct 21, 2025
The Leea Darwin
64 Cavenagh St Darwin NT
$117 nightly
The price is $129 total per night from Jun 22 to Jun 23
$129 total
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our 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 May 29, 2026
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Gilruth Avenue The Gardens NT
$188 nightly
The price is $207 total per night from Jun 10 to Jun 11
$207 total
Jun 10 - Jun 11
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our 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 Jun 5, 2026
Rydges Darwin Central
21 Knuckey Street Darwin NT
$148 nightly
The price is $162 total per night from Jun 14 to Jun 15
$162 total
Jun 14 - Jun 15
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"All good"
Reviewed on May 31, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade
116 The Esplanade Darwin NT
$152 nightly
The price is $168 total per night from Jun 25 to Jun 26
$168 total
Jun 25 - Jun 26
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Darwin. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our 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 Jun 7, 2026
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
31 Woods Street Darwin NT
$179 nightly
The price is $197 total per night from Jun 11 to Jun 12
$197 total
Jun 11 - Jun 12
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our 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 Jun 8, 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Where to stay in Rapid Creek
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Darwin City Centre
Darwin City Centre is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Smith Street Mall and The Esplanade while you're in town.
Palmerston
Noted for its restaurants and shopping, you might consider exploring all Palmerston has to offer. You won't have to venture far to check out nearby attractions like Howard Springs Nature Park.
Photo by Stuart Samuels
Open Photo by Stuart Samuels
Stuart Park
Though Stuart Park might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mindil Beach Sunset Market and Darwin Entertainment Centre.
Cullen Bay
While visiting Cullen Bay, you might make a stop by sights like Cullen Bay Marina and Mindil Beach.
Photo by Shannon Moloney
Open Photo by Shannon Moloney
Nightcliff
Nightcliff might not have many top sights, but Casuarina Square and Casuarina Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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