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Reviews of Palms City Resort 3.5 stars

64 The Esplanade, Darwin CBD, 0800 Darwin, Australia

#47 of 181 hotels in Darwin

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 2167 hotel reviews

8.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.9

  • Comfort

    8.9

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    8.6

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    8.3

  • Free WiFi

    7.7

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  • Reviewed: 13 June 2024

    9.0
    Tropical getaway
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden Bungalow
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There were no tissues provided. Bathroom basin needs a soap dish, nowhere to put soap. Cutlery minimal, a sharp knife was not included so we bought our own, and left it for the next person. Television reception was appalling each evening. Pixelation so bad we couldn't watch anything.

    Liked the bungalow room. Could sleep with windows open for fresh air. Loved the gardens. Very relaxing. A bit expensive but location was great.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 June 2024

    9.0
    Great location. Comfortable rooms.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Hotel Room - Ground Floor
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Location

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 June 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Standard Hotel Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was comfortable and clean albeit small. The pool was great but overall the staff were very accommodating and friendly. I loved that there was a pet bird that we were allowed to interact with. He wes adorable!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 June 2024

    9.0
    Lovely place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Garden Bungalow
    • Stayed 7 nights

    the room was smaller than expected, the bed was ok, but the pillows were terrible.

    The location was perfect, close to everything and we walked a lot.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 June 2024

    7.0
    Short stay after a formidable Kimberley cruise
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Hotel Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The rooms in the main building are rather charmless but the bungalows appear to be much nicer. They are more expensive but may be worth the upgrade.

    The staff were friendly and very helpful and the hotel well located. A plus was the hotel lorikeet was likes to greet guests.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 June 2024

    9.0
    Oasis in the city
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Hotel Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fantastic location, couldn't get any better - close to the waterfront, main shopping streets and restaurants. Loved the open style of the resort and being able to sit outside and enjoy the gentle breeze. Rooms were clean and comfortable, looked like they had been recently renovated. Staff friendly and helpful. Also loved the bantam chicken wandering around!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 June 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Hotel Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Very friendly and helpful staff.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 June 2024

    7.0
    Great but we stayed at Argus first week for quarter price and recieved breakfast and room clean Dailey .
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Garden Bungalow
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    For the price we thought breakfast would have been included and part linen change daily . Only got linen change on 4th day

    Location

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 June 2024

    9.0
    Highly recommended
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Hotel Room - Ground Floor
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Welcoming and friendly staff. Nice accommodation, confortable bed, good facilities (even a laundry for guests!). Good breakfast.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 June 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Hotel Room - Ground Floor
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The lights outside our room stayed on all night. Kept us awake most of the night

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 June 2024

    9.0
    Quality city accommodation.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Tropical Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was some mild road noise as we fronted The Esplanade. However, this was offset by a filtered view of the water.

    Modern room with unique hexagonal and tropical character.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 June 2024

    7.0
    Beds could be way better
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Palms Villa with Outdoor Plunge Spa
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Beeds needs upgrading

    location

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 June 2024

    8.0
    Great location, clean and comfortable with lovely, helpful staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior Hotel Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Feel the price was a little too much considering I was able to book the Hilton Doubletree for 3 nights with breakfast that was the same price as 2 nights without breakfast at Palm City.

    Room and facilities are clean, comfortable and spacious. Loved having ability to prepare some light meals in the room. Pool was lovely, staff were excellent, and breakfast was decent for the price. The resident parrot and chicken were entertaining.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 June 2024

    9.0
    This was the best stay throughout our trip in NT and the most reasonably priced room.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Hotel Room - Ground Floor
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing I didn’t like. They have limited parking space though it wasn’t an issue for us and there is ample parking along the streets which are free on weekends.

    Location was very near Darwin cbd where numerous award winning restaurants are within walking distance. Coles and chemist warehouse is just a short walk round the block. It’s also near enough to walk to the waterfront and there is the bicentennial park for morning walks and seeing the sunset. Room was sufficiently big and very comfortable for 3 pax. There were 2 taps making it easy for everyone during the morning rush.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 June 2024

    8.0
    Comfortable and budget friendly
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Hotel Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Noisy at night as close to a local pub. No lift, need to use stairs to first level.

    Close to waterfront cafes and lagoon. Comfortable beds, good aircon and fan. Pretty gardens.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 June 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Hotel Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Pillows were way too soft and thin.

    Cleanliness and location.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 June 2024

    9.0
    Excellent, would stay here again
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior Hotel Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The rooms were lovely and clean. The whole place didn't feel too much like a hotel, more that you had your own little unit, it wasn't busy or noisy. The bird at reception and the chicken were fun

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 June 2024

    8.0
    Great location hidden gem
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Harbour View Villa
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bed was really uncomfortable

    Great location hidden gem lovely rooms walk to every where

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 June 2024

    8.0
    Great location in a pleasant tropical setting.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Hotel Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Was a bit hard to find my room down the back.

    Staff were great.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 May 2024

    8.0
    Loved Pickles & the funky chicken in reception. Great staff, great air con, very comfy beds.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Hotel Room (Triple)
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nil

    The location was excellent - just a stones throw from the esplanade but also great access to the main strip!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2024

    9.0
    Good value for money, excellent location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Hotel Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Microwaves in rooms are quite standard these days.

    The room was small but very clean and adequate.. Breakfast was excellent and at a good price. Location was very good with easy access to shops and promenade...Would have liked a microwave in the room. The staff at reception were fabulous and very obliging. Great pool...

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2024

    9.0
    Excellent location, walking distance to Mitchell Street and central city. Comfy beds, friendly staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Hotel Room - Ground Floor
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location, comfy bed. Very quiet

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Hotel Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    all

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 May 2024

    8.0
    Great location Great facilities Way better than a hotel room for the same price
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Hotel Room - Ground Floor
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hmmmm some of the outdoor areas maybe could have been a bit more inviting. The rooms and facilities were so good it made you look for areas not so good. It wasn’t bad just could be a bit better

    Great location. Clean and modern. Staff very welcoming and friendly. Rooms big and facilities really good. Way better than a hotel.

    Stayed in May 2024

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