Top 10 Hotels in Top End (from $80) 2026 - Competitive Prices

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A pool with a natural rock design, surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees.

A bedroom with a bed, a dining table with chairs, a window with curtains, and a view of trees.

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and large windows allowing natural light.

A compact kitchen with a sink, a coffee machine, and a window providing natural light.

1. Cooinda Lodge Kakadu

Kakadu

Mark

$186 nightly

$205 total

Oct 24 - Oct 25

Total with taxes and fees

A modern hotel lobby with a grey sofa, a round gold side table, and a floor lamp.

A beach scene with palm trees, a clear sky, and a calm sea.

A modern reception area with a vending machine, a reception desk, and a seating area with a view of the outdoors.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a small side table. There is a kitchen area with cabinets and a microwave.

2. Hudson Parap

Parap

Belinda

$72 nightly

$80 total

Oct 23 - Oct 24

Total with taxes and fees

A woman walking on a wooden deck with a satellite dish and a ceiling fan.

A wooden cabin with a sloped roof, surrounded by dense foliage.

A bathtub with a child inside, a window with a yellow wall, and a wooden deck outside.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with a patterned bedspread, and a small bathroom.

3. Litchfield Tourist Park - Campground

Rum Jungle

Carolyn

$97 nightly

$107 total

Oct 13 - Oct 14

Total with taxes and fees

A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by palm trees and a green canopy.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and refrigerator. There is a small seating area with a patterned bench and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a ceiling fan.

A pathway leading to a house surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

4. Aurora Kakadu Lodge

Jabiru

Jenny

$130 nightly

$130 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

A swimming pool with multiple people, shaded by large canopies.

A resort with multiple bungalow-style accommodations arranged around a central landscaped area, a parking lot, and a view of the ocean.

An open door leading to a room with tables and chairs, decorated with floral arrangements on stands.

A couple standing in a covered outdoor area with a modern building in the background.

5. Club Tropical Resort Darwin

Lee Point

Leanne

$88 nightly

$98 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Total with taxes and fees

A restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area with shelves of bottles, and a large window providing natural light.

An aerial view of a residential area with a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees, a covered outdoor area, and RVs parked nearby.

A building with a corrugated metal roof, surrounded by tall palm trees.

6. Contour Hotel Katherine

Katherine East

Walter

$140 nightly

$155 total

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Total with taxes and fees

A modern balcony with glass doors, a wooden floor, and a table with chairs.

A hotel room with a wooden floor, a grey sofa, a round coffee table, a TV displaying a beach scene, and a ceiling fan.

A spacious indoor area with a high ceiling and wooden beams, featuring a seating area with tables and chairs, and potted plants.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weightlifting equipment.

7. Mercure Darwin Airport Resort

Eaton

Alan

$108 nightly

$119 total

Oct 9 - Oct 10

Total with taxes and fees

An aerial view of a swimming pool with a unique shape, surrounded by a sandy area and equipped with several lounge chairs.

A modern, single-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a balcony with black railings.

A modern room with a wooden floor, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a dining table with chairs, a grey sofa with cushions, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

A compact living space with a sofa, dining table, and kitchenette.

8. Discovery Parks - Katherine

Lansdowne

Wayne

$103 nightly

$103 total

Oct 16 - Oct 17

Total with taxes and fees

A restaurant with brick walls, hanging plants, and a bar area with shelves of bottles.

A woman sitting by a window with a view of a pool and buildings.

A hotel room with a brick wall, a bed with a quilted cover, a second bed, a green chair, a small table, and a TV on the wall.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and an umbrella.

9. Litchfield Outback Resort

Batchelor

Jenny

$155 nightly

$171 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

Total with taxes and fees

A modern outdoor lounge area with a view of the ocean, furnished with sofas and a round table.

A pool area with a view of the beach and ocean.

A Jeep parked on a beach with a sunset in the background.

A person preparing food in a kitchen with a cutting board, knife, cheese, and packaged items.

10. Skippers at Dundee

Dundee Beach

Nathaniel

$155 nightly

$172 total

Sep 25 - Sep 26

Total with taxes and fees

A swimming pool with a modern building and a tall tower in the background.

A hotel hallway with a wooden floor, doors on both sides, and potted plants.

A water play area with a pool and a covered seating area.

11. Novotel Darwin Airport

Eaton

Chrissy

$108 nightly

$119 total

Oct 17 - Oct 18

Total with taxes and fees

A poolside area with a table and chairs under a canopy, surrounded by lush greenery.

A food truck with a menu board and a life support chart on the fence.

A cozy room with a bed, a reading area, and a bunk bed.

A reception desk with a computer, phone, and papers.

12. Nitmiluk Cabins

Nitmiluk

"Great location allowed you to cook The location was fantastic and the accommodation had everything we needed for a really comfortable stay. We especially loved having the option to cook for ourselves, which made it feel very relaxed and convenient. The pool area was a real highlight and being located right next to it made it even better. Our balcony was also a lovely feature — the perfect place to sit in the evening with a drink, unwind after the day and watch the beautiful sunset. Overall, it...

autilia

$158 nightly

$176 total

Oct 5 - Oct 6

Total with taxes and fees

A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by palm trees and shaded by a green and purple canopy.

A row of single-story motel buildings with individual rooms, a covered outdoor seating area, and a dirt parking lot.

A fenced outdoor area with trees and a covered structure.

A room with two single beds, each with a green patterned bedspread and white pillows. There is a nightstand with a lamp and a small table with a lamp. The room has wooden walls and a tiled floor.

13. Territory Manor Motel & Caravan Park

Mataranka

Matthew

$93 nightly

$103 total

Oct 9 - Oct 10

Total with taxes and fees

A coastal landscape with palm trees, a grassy area, and pink flowers.

A modern hotel with a central dome structure, surrounded by other buildings, set against a backdrop of a large body of water and a colorful sky.

A buffet area with various food items and a glass enclosure.

A rooftop terrace with a round seating area, a table with glasses, and a view of the cityscape at dusk.

14. DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade

Darwin City Centre

Frances

$109 nightly

$120 total

Oct 3 - Oct 4

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with lamps, and a window with curtains.

A balcony with a wicker sofa, a small table, and a potted plant.

A view through an open door to a balcony with potted plants and a railing.

A dining area with a glass table, chairs, and a vase of flowers.

15. K - Town Hotel

Katherine

keven

$109 nightly

$121 total

Sep 25 - Sep 26

Total with taxes and fees

16. Quality Hotel Darwin Airport

Jingili

Arnold

$108 nightly

$119 total

Oct 15 - Oct 16

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of a mountain landscape.

A modern building with a large glass facade, surrounded by well-maintained greenery and a clear sky.

A couple in a covered outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a menu, and a pool view in the background.

A modern building with two-story structures, a covered walkway, and well-maintained landscaping.

17. Ibis Darwin Airport Hotel

Eaton

Piero

$122 nightly

$122 total

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Total with taxes and fees

A dining table with a plate of food, a drink, and a view of a swimming pool.

A hotel room with a large bed, a balcony with a chair, and a view of the city.

A modern bar area with a wooden ceiling, multiple shelves of bottles, and a variety of bar tools.

A modern hotel with a distinctive geometric facade, multiple balconies, and a car park.

18. Rydges Palmerston - Darwin

Palmerston

Michael

$127 nightly

$140 total

Oct 1 - Oct 2

Total with taxes and fees

An aerial view of a modern building with a curved roof, surrounded by parking areas and greenery.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with multiple levels and balconies.

A buffet with various food items and serving utensils.

Two people dining outdoors with a variety of dishes on a table.

19. Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel

Jabiru

Stanley

$243 nightly

$267 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

Total with taxes and fees

A dining area with a table set for two, overlooking a river and a fire pit.

A pool area with lounge chairs and a glass barrier.

A modern house with a balcony, a small garden, and a metal fence.

A pathway leading to a building with a glass facade, surrounded by greenery and a small water feature.

20. Cicada Lodge

Nitmiluk

Ewout

$387 nightly

$427 total

Oct 3 - Oct 4

Total with taxes and fees

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Vacation Rentals in Top End

Aparthotel

Hudson Parap

Parap

"Hidden gem Spacious apartment with attention to detail in its set up; everything thought of Location easy to get around Darwin Close to shops for meals etc Safe and quiet"

Camping

Litchfield Tourist Park - Campground

Rum Jungle

"The room seem to have been recently refurbished. The hostess was lovely and gave us local recommendations. Everything was as it should be a nice stay"

Aparthotel

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a cityscape with buildings and greenery.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a headboard, and a balcony with a view.

A reception desk labeled 'QUEST' with a clock, framed pictures, and a welcome sign.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a kitchen in the background.

Quest Palmerston

Palmerston

"Everything is so close to the hotel even transport and comfortable rooms"

Camping

Nitmiluk Cabins

Nitmiluk

Cottage

Discovery Parks - Katherine

Lansdowne

"Great place for a family to stay. "

Aparthotel

A modern living room with a black sofa, a coffee table, and a TV on a stand. There is a ceiling fan, a window with a view of the sea, and a balcony with a table and chairs.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and stainless steel appliances.

A spacious dining area with a high ceiling, large windows, and a view of the sea.

A spacious living area with a modern sofa, a potted plant, and a ceiling fan.

Argus Apartments Darwin

Darwin City Centre

"Great location and very spacious. Staff were friendly and lovely to deal with."

Aparthotel

A modern kitchen with a large island, a red accent wall, and a view to the outside.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a large island with fruit, a round mirror, and a window with blinds.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a glass shower enclosure, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring balconies, a covered parking area, and a sign indicating the name and location.

Elsey on Parap

Parap

"The apt was clean, comfortable & well furnished. The pool was a nice addition for our stay because it was really hot. We also found the location convenient, easy walk to botanic garden, Museum of NT, and Parap Market."

Aparthotel

A pool area with lounge chairs and a clear view of the pool.

A modern hotel entrance with glass doors, a seating area with chairs and tables, and a sign reading "Adina Vibe".

A beach with clear waters, umbrellas, and a hotel in the background.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, armchairs, ottomans, and a patterned floor.

Adina Apartment Hotel Darwin Waterfront

Darwin City Centre

"Great location and price for a clean comfortable room with an amazing bed"

Aparthotel

A pool area with lounge chairs and a canopy labeled "PELICAN POOL & SPA HOIST".

A high-rise hotel with a rooftop garden, a marina with boats, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, yellow cushions, a wooden coffee table, and a view of the balcony through glass doors.

A conference room with a long wooden table, black chairs, and a potted olive tree.

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin

Darwin City Centre

"Location was quite central, only a short walk to restaurants and shops. We loved the zen and uplifting pictures posted around the hotel walls. It was brilliant to be able to go up to the rooftop to eat and drink under the glorious sunset."

Aparthotel

A rooftop infinity pool with a view of the sunset, surrounded by modern architecture and greenery.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a bedside table, and a mirror.

A modern building with a glass facade and green vertical lighting accents.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, a ceiling fan, and a view to the outside.

Magnum Serviced Apartments

Darwin City Centre

"Very central to Darwin city with easy walking distance to shops and attractions like Crocosaurus Cove, Museum and Art Gallery, Mindyl Beach Markets, Wharf and Esplanade. Great kitchen and laundry facilities and roof top views, bbq and pool were amazing. A slightly heated pool would have made the pool enjoyment even greater. A very comfortable, safe and clean place to stay."

Aparthotel

A modern hotel room with a glass dining table, teal chairs, a bed with a view, a kitchenette, and a large window.

A hotel with a pool area, including a beach and umbrellas.

A couple walking on a deck with a view of the sea.

An aerial view of a marina with boats, a large building with a curved roof, and a cityscape in the background.

Hudson Berrimah

Berrimah

"Our flight arrived at 1:30am so check in at 2am. Easy access, excellent communication and instructions from Glenys, thank you for making the process so easy."

Aparthotel

A courtyard with a brick pathway, surrounded by potted plants and palm trees.

A courtyard with a brick pathway, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A hotel room with a large bed, two nightstands, two lamps, and two plush toys on the bed.

A swimming pool with a brick border, surrounded by palm trees and a blue canopy.

Coconut Grove Holiday Apartments

Coconut Grove

"Clean, good facilities and location. Only slight drawback was slightly patchy wifi, but not a major issue."

Apartment

A waterfront view with a large stadium, a swimming pool, and several high-rise buildings.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A balcony with a view of the sea, a bed, and a table with chairs.

Darwin Waterfront Short Stay Apartments

Darwin City Centre

"Great location in the waterfront district and the mid stay room clean was appreciated"

Apartment

A modern living room with a dining area, large windows, and a view of the sea.

A cityscape at sunset with modern buildings, a waterfront, and a large building with multiple floors and balconies.

A hotel room with a large bed, two windows with curtains, a view of the city and sea, and a mirror on one wall.

A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a large window offering a view of the sea.

Penthouse Pads

Darwin City Centre

"Great place to stay"

Camping

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a potted plant.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a stove, and a refrigerator. There is a sliding glass door leading to a deck with a view of a lake.

A covered outdoor seating area with chairs and tables, overlooking a garden with palm trees and a sunset view.

A house with a large window and a garage, surrounded by trees and a body of water.

AAOK Lakes Resort & Caravan Park

Berry Springs

"Beautiful place to stay clean tidy lovely owners very helpful"

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A vast wetland with green vegetation and a reflective water body.

Kakadu National Park

9.2/10 (251 reviews)

This protected expanse of grassy plains, maroon-coloured cliffs and monsoon rivers offers some of the best hiking, boating, and camping opportunities in Australia.

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A coastal park with a Ferris wheel, a pier, and a stadium.

Darwin Waterfront

9.2/10 (2,683 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.

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A fire performance with a performer on a tall ladder, surrounded by an audience in an outdoor setting with palm trees and tents.

Mindil Beach

8.8/10 (1,795 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.

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A waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff surrounded by lush greenery.

Litchfield National Park

9.8/10 (72 reviews)

Bring a camera to capture the streaming waterfalls, unique rock formations and clear swimming holes of this dynamic landscape in Australia’s Top End.

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A tree-lined street with parked cars, a building with balconies, and a restaurant with outdoor seating.

The Esplanade

8.8/10 (2,024 reviews)

Just a couple blocks from Darwin City Centre, this long street and bordering park offer great opportunities to appreciate nature, recreation and history.

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A marina with numerous boats docked, surrounded by buildings and palm trees, during sunset.

Cullen Bay Marina

8.8/10 (1,513 reviews)

From early morning fishing excursions to evening sunset viewing, this waterfront spot north of downtown Darwin is filled with activity.

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Darwin Convention Centre

8.0/10 (524 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at Darwin Convention Centre during your trip to Warf Precinct. Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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Casuarina Beach

8.4/10 (829 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Casuarina Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Darwin.

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A water body surrounded by dense green foliage.

Top Top End Hotel Reviews

Argus Hotel Darwin

8/10 Good

"Good, reasonably priced hotel in a central location in Darwin. The continental breakfast included in the price did not offer a very good selection, just fruit, toast and cereals. A cooked break fast was offered for A$10 but again, quite a limited range. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly. Overall a good experience."

Mindil Beach Casino Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Great location especially for the beach markets next door. Two beautiful pools, beach lagoon and also infinity pool. Lots of dining options, a great relaxed vibe. Wish we had stayed longer, will return"

The Leea Darwin

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel and the restaurant was very good"

Rydges Darwin Central

10/10 Excellent

"Good room convenient location very central Needed a late checkout staff very helpful"

Mantra on the Esplanade

10/10 Excellent

"The harbour view was fantastic. A lovely, large apartment. Great pool."

Palms City Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Just liked it! Good location in city center, staff were nice, it was clean and nice. You cannot get it wrong !"

Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Few cracks starting to appear in corners, needs a bit of a general tidy up but thats being very picky, great place to stay, centrally located and easy walk to CBD, will stay again."

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin

10/10 Excellent

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Hilton Darwin

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean and everything worked. Bed was comfortable."

More cheap stays in Top End

Comfort Inn Darwin

50 Mitchell St Darwin NT

$80 nightly

$88 total

Oct 1 - Oct 2

Total with taxes and fees

Capricornia Motel

3 Kellaway Street Fannie Bay NT

$87 nightly

$97 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

Total with taxes and fees

Territory Manor Motel & Caravan Park

51 Martins Road Mataranka NT

$93 nightly

$103 total

Oct 9 - Oct 10

Total with taxes and fees

8/10 Very Good! (409 reviews)

Riverview Tourist Village

100 Victoria Hwy Katherine South NT

$106 nightly

$106 total

Oct 10 - Oct 11

Total with taxes and fees

8.2/10 Very Good! (237 reviews)

Litchfield Tourist Park - Campground

705 Litchfield Park Road Rum Jungle NT

$97 nightly

$107 total

Oct 13 - Oct 14

Total with taxes and fees

Goldfields Hotel Motel

113 Paterson Street Tennant Creek NT

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1. Cooinda Lodge Kakadu

2. Hudson Parap

3. Litchfield Tourist Park - Campground

4. Aurora Kakadu Lodge

5. Club Tropical Resort Darwin

6. Contour Hotel Katherine

7. Mercure Darwin Airport Resort

8. Discovery Parks - Katherine

9. Litchfield Outback Resort

10. Skippers at Dundee

11. Novotel Darwin Airport

12. Nitmiluk Cabins

13. Territory Manor Motel & Caravan Park

14. DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade

15. K - Town Hotel

16. Quality Hotel Darwin Airport

17. Ibis Darwin Airport Hotel

18. Rydges Palmerston - Darwin

19. Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel

20. Cicada Lodge

Vacation Rentals in Top End

Hudson Parap

Litchfield Tourist Park - Campground

Quest Palmerston

Nitmiluk Cabins

Discovery Parks - Katherine

Argus Apartments Darwin

Elsey on Parap

Adina Apartment Hotel Darwin Waterfront

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin

Magnum Serviced Apartments

Hudson Berrimah

Coconut Grove Holiday Apartments

Darwin Waterfront Short Stay Apartments

Penthouse Pads

AAOK Lakes Resort & Caravan Park

Stay near popular Top End attractions

Kakadu National Park

Darwin Waterfront

Mindil Beach

Litchfield National Park

The Esplanade

Cullen Bay Marina

Darwin Convention Centre

Casuarina Beach

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Top Top End Hotel Reviews

Argus Hotel Darwin

Mindil Beach Casino Resort

The Leea Darwin

Rydges Darwin Central

Mantra on the Esplanade

Palms City Resort

Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin

Hilton Darwin

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Comfort Inn Darwin

Capricornia Motel

Territory Manor Motel & Caravan Park

Riverview Tourist Village

Litchfield Tourist Park - Campground

Goldfields Hotel Motel

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