Lonely Planet Outback Australia Road Trips by Lonely Planet

Author:Lonely Planet
Language: eng
Format: epub
ISBN: 9781743609910
Publisher: Lonely Planet
Published: 2015-03-17T04:00:00+00:00

RICHARD I’ANSON/GETTY IMAGES ©

Dingo Moon Lodge Hostel $

map Google map 08-8941 3444; www.dingomoonlodge.com; 88 Mitchell St; incl breakfast dm $32-38, d & tw $105; ) Howl at the moon at the Dingo. This fun, laid-back hostel is slightly removed from the party scene, although everything is still at your doorstep. It’s a two-building affair with 65 beds – big enough to be sociable but not rowdy. Cleanliness and service tend to fluctuate. A highlight is the pool, sparkling underneath a massive frangipani tree.

Chilli’s Hostel $

map Google map (1800 351 313, 08-8980 5800; www.chillis.com.au; 69a Mitchell St; dm $34, tw & d without bathroom $100; ) Friendly Chilli’s is a funky place with a small sun deck and spa (use the pool next door). There’s also a pool table and a breezy kitchen/meals terrace overlooking Mitchell St. Rooms are compact but clean. There are nice touches to this place, such as pots with scented herbs hanging from the roof of the balcony.

Youth Shack Hostel $

map Google map (1300 793 302; www.youthshack.com.au; 69 Mitchell St; dm $34, tw & d without bathroom $90; ) At one end of the Transit Centre, this popular hostel has a large open kitchen and meals area overlooking a pool big enough to actually swim in. The bar here is very popular and at times raucous. Rooms are a little tired but clean, and the staff are consistently praised for being friendly and helpful. The tour desk here has a great reputation.

Darwin Central Hotel Hotel $$

map Google map 08-8944 9000, 1300 364 263; www.darwincentral.com.au; 21 Knuckey St; d from $180; ) Right in the centre of town, this plush independent hotel oozes contemporary style and impeccable facilities. There are a range of stylish rooms with excellent accessibility for disabled travellers. Rack rates are steep, but internet, weekend and three-night-stay discounts make it great value. The excellent breakfast caps things off nicely.

Value Inn Hotel $$

map Google map (08-8981 4733; www.valueinn.com.au; 50 Mitchell St; d from $140; ) A great option right in the thick of the Mitchell St action but (mostly) quiet and comfortable. Value Inn lives up to its name, especially out of season. En suite rooms are small but sleep up to three and have fridge and TV.

Palms City Resort Resort $$

map Google map (1800 829 211, 08-8982 9200; http://palmscityresort.com; 64 The Esplanade; d motel/villas $230/280; ) Consistently receiving the thumbs up from travellers, this centrally located resort is fringed by palm-filled gardens. If you covet a microwave and have space cravings, the superior motel rooms are worth a bit extra, while the Asian-influenced, hexagonal villas with outdoor spas are utterly indulgent. Butterflies and dragonflies drift between bougainvillea in the knockout gardens.

Vibe Hotel Hotel $$$

map Google map (08-8982 9998; www.tfehotels.com/brands/vibe-hotels/vibe-hotel-darwin-waterfront; 7 Kitchener Dr; r $260-310; ) You’re in for an upmarket stay at this professional set-up with friendly staff and a great location at the Darwin Waterfront Precinct. Room prices creep upwards with more bed space and water views. The Wave Lagoon is right next door if the shady swimming pool is too placid for you.

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