Melville Island Holidays

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Things to do in Melville Island

Melville Island offers a variety of activities perfect for sports and adventure enthusiasts. Visitors can indulge in thrilling motor racing, explore the vibrant public market, or enjoy a game of football. The island is ideal for those seeking both adventure and business-themed experiences, ensuring a diverse range of activities to suit all interests.

*Distances are measured in a straight line; actual driving distances may vary depending on the route.

Best time to go to Melville Island

The best time to visit Melville Island depends on your weather preferences. The hottest average temperature in Melville Island is in November, when weather is mostly sunny and rainfall is light rain. The coolest average temperature in Melville Island is in July when weather is sunny and rainfall is no rain.

calendarCalendar MonthtemperatureTemperaturerainPrecipitationmostlyCloudiness
January83.7°F (28.7°C)Frequent RainMostly Cloudy
February83.3°F (28.5°C)Frequent RainMostly Cloudy
March83.5°F (28.6°C)Frequent RainMostly Sunny
April82.9°F (28.3°C)Light RainMostly Sunny
May80.6°F (27.0°C)No RainSunny
June77.7°F (25.4°C)No RainSunny
July77.0°F (25.0°C)No RainSunny
August78.3°F (25.7°C)No RainSunny
September82.0°F (27.8°C)No RainSunny
October84.7°F (29.3°C)Light RainMostly Sunny
November85.8°F (29.9°C)Light RainMostly Sunny
December85.1°F (29.5°C)Frequent RainMostly Sunny

Booking tips and Expedia advantages for Melville Island

To save money on your trip to Melville Island, consider using Expedia’s search tool to find budget-friendly accommodation, filtering for eco-certified hotels if you prefer sustainable options. Booking in advance can help secure the best deals, with prices starting at around AUD 183 per night. Look for package deals that combine flights, hotels, and activities for further savings. Take advantage of free activities and efficient public transport to explore the island without overspending, making your visit both enjoyable and cost-effective.

  • Find cheap hotels on Expedia: Expedia’s search tool enables you to specify your budget, preferred location, and additional criteria. You can organise your results to display prices from lowest to highest, allowing you to identify the most affordable hotels right away. Additionally, you have the option to refine your choices by hotel type; for instance, selecting the Eco-certified filter will showcase sustainable and environmentally friendly hotels that you can book.
  • Consider bundling your trip: You can make significant savings by combining your hotel reservation on Melville Island with your flights and activities through an Expedia package.

Top hotels in Melville Island

Mindil Beach Casino Resort

Mindil Beach Casino Resort

4 out of 5
Gilruth Avenue, The Gardens, NT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.917.024 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
Rp1.917.024
Rp2.108.726 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
My favourite place to chill out

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025

Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Darwin City Hotel

Darwin City Hotel

4 out of 5
59 Smith Street, Darwin, NT
Fully refundable
The price is Rp1.152.313 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
Rp1.152.313
Rp1.267.544 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very Good! (624 reviews)
Clean rooms, close to shops

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Darwin City Hotel
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel

Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel

4 out of 5
31 Woods Street, Darwin, NT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.573.359 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
Rp1.573.359
Rp1.730.695 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews)
Size of the room and view

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025

Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
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