The Gardens Travel Guide

Darwin

A sunset over a body of water with several boats.
A park with a paved path, a wooden bench, and large trees.
A lush park with a variety of trees, including a prominent eucalyptus and a large oak tree.
A rural garden with a dirt path, various plants, and trees.
A sunset over a crowded beach with people enjoying the view.

Stay near popular The Gardens attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in The Gardens

Mindil Beach Casino Resort

Mindil Beach Casino Resort

4 out of 5
Gilruth Avenue The Gardens NT
The price is Rp2.747.619 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
Rp2.747.619
Rp3.022.381 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
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. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Staff were ambivalent at best - actually lied to my face saying they’d “run out” of beach towels when I asked for one! Overall, the location is first class and the pools etc amenities are well maintained as long as you stay out of the casino"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Rydges Darwin Central

Rydges Darwin Central

4 out of 5
21 Knuckey Street Darwin NT
The price is Rp1.800.334 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
Rp1.800.334
Rp1.980.418 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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 ...
Rydges Darwin Central
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel

Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel

4 out of 5
31 Woods Street Darwin NT
The price is Rp2.172.872 per night from 3 Oct to 4 Oct
Rp2.172.872
Rp2.390.159 total
3 Oct - 4 Oct
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! (1,001 reviews)
"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."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2026

Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
Palms City Resort

Palms City Resort

4 out of 5
64 Esplanade Darwin NT
Fully refundable
The price is Rp1.843.837 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
Rp1.843.837
Rp2.099.167 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly motel in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Just liked it! Good location in city center, staff were nice, it was clean and nice. You cannot get it wrong !"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

Palms City Resort
DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade

DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade

4 out of 5
116 The Esplanade Darwin NT
The price is Rp1.954.435 per night from 3 Oct to 4 Oct
Rp1.954.435
Rp2.149.879 total
3 Oct - 4 Oct
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. ...
DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade
The Leea Darwin

The Leea Darwin

4 out of 5
64 Cavenagh St Darwin NT
The price is Rp1.827.972 per night from 3 Oct to 4 Oct
Rp1.827.972
Rp2.010.769 total
3 Oct - 4 Oct
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"pool was out of service"

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2026

The Leea Darwin
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Where to stay in The Gardens

Find the best The Gardens areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

Stuart Park

While Stuart Park isn't home to many top sights, Mindil Beach Sunset Market and Mindil Beach Casino & Resort 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.

Nightcliff

While there might not be top attractions in Nightcliff, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Casuarina Beach and Marrara Sports Complex.



The Gardens Travel Guide