Hudson Parap
8.9 out of 10 from 775 reviewsDarwin
Full kitchen · 25–91 m² · Sleeps 6
from €114 night
Aparthotels & serviced apartments in Darwin
17 stays · 12 aparthotels and 5 serviced apartments · from €77/night
Aparthotels and serviced apartments in Darwin make sense for a city where the heat is constant, attractions are spread out and many visits combine a few days in town with trips into the Top End. A kitchen and laundry help on a longer stay, and a separate living area is a comfortable retreat when the wet season brings humidity and storms.
17 stays
Where to stay in Darwin
CBD and Waterfront
- first-time visitors
- business travel
- dining
The CBD is the base for Smith Street Mall, where Wikivoyage lists Aboriginal art galleries and pearl shops, and for Mitchell and Knuckey Streets, which have a concentration of restaurants. The Darwin Waterfront Precinct on the harbour includes convention facilities. It is the most walkable part of the city, although Wikivoyage points out that driving is the best way to see the city's spread-out sights.
Stays in or near CBD and Waterfront
- Argus Apartments Darwin · about 800 m away
- Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin · about 900 m away
- Mantra Pandanas · about 1 km away
- Magnum Serviced Apartments · about 1 km away
Cullen Bay
- marina views
- couples
- ferry to Mandorah
Cullen Bay is a suburb north-west of the CBD. The Sea Cat Ferries service between Cullen Bay and Mandorah runs on a daily schedule, according to Wikipedia, which makes this a convenient base for a day across the harbour. You will want a car or taxi for most other trips.
Stays in or near Cullen Bay
- Cullen Bay Resorts · about 200 m away
Parap
- markets
- long stays
- local feel
Parap is an inner suburb about 3.7 km from the centre of Darwin. Its Village Markets run every Saturday of the year, and the shopping precinct includes the Northern Centre for Contemporary Art and two other galleries. The Mindil Beach Sunset Markets, in the dry season, are around 15 minutes' walk from Darwin city.
Stays in or near Parap
- Hudson Parap · about 600 m away
- Elsey on Parap · about 700 m away
Nightcliff
- families
- weekend markets
- quieter stays
Nightcliff is a northern coastal suburb, and Wikivoyage notes that its markets are held on Sundays. It is further from the CBD than Parap, which suits visitors who prefer a suburban base and have a car or are comfortable using buses.
Getting around Darwin
Darwin International Airport is about 13 km north-east of the city centre, according to Wikivoyage. The public bus stop is on Henry Wrigley Drive, around a 600 m, eight-minute walk from the terminal, and the airport website points to the Northern Territory Government for routes and timetables. A Darwin City Airport Shuttle serves major central hotels from the rideshare lane, and taxis, Uber and car hire companies also operate at the airport.
Darwinbus operates the public buses, but Wikipedia notes that the car is the dominant mode of transport for residents, and Wikivoyage says driving is the best way to comprehensively see the city. Cycling is popular, with more than 70 km of bicycle paths across Darwin and Palmerston. The Stuart Highway is the only major highway serving the Darwin area, and The Ghan long-distance train arrives at Darwin railway station.
Living in Darwin for longer
Weekly markets are a straightforward way to shop and eat: Parap Village Markets on Saturday mornings, Nightcliff on Sundays and, in the dry season, Mindil Beach Sunset Market. The Mindil market runs on Thursdays and Sundays from 4pm to 9pm, from the last Thursday in April to the last Thursday in October, and the Visit Top End site gives it as around a 15-minute walk from Darwin city.
Plan for a car for stays of more than a few days if you are staying outside the CBD because Wikipedia describes the car as the dominant mode of transport for residents. Cycle paths cover more than 70 km, which can be an alternative for short trips. For work moves or extended assignments, see serviced apartments for relocation.
When to visit Darwin
Darwin has a tropical savanna climate with two seasons. Wikivoyage treats May to October as the dry season, with daytime temperatures usually around 31 degrees Celsius, and November to April as the wet season, with high humidity and frequent storms; Wikipedia describes the wet season as bringing heavy monsoonal downpours, lightning and a higher risk of cyclones. The dry months are the most comfortable for being outdoors.
The Mindil Beach Sunset Markets run through the dry season. If you are travelling in the wet season, expect storms and plan flexible days.
Darwin is the capital of Australia's Northern Territory, on a low bluff overlooking Darwin Harbour. The 2021 census recorded 139,902 residents, about 63 per cent of the territory's population, and the suburbs extend north towards Lee Point and east towards Palmerston, a satellite city about 20 km away. Because attractions are scattered, where you stay matters more than in a typical compact city centre. See what is an aparthotel for how apartment-style stays work, and the Australia hub for other destinations.
Long-stay tips for Darwin
Of the 17 properties here, 13 offer an in-apartment washing machine, 2 list a laptop-friendly workspace, 10 include some form of housekeeping and 5 have a 24-hour front desk. For longer stays, the facts box on each property page shows exactly what the apartments include.
16 properties list a full kitchen and 1 only a kitchenette, so check the room type if you plan to cook more than simple meals.
Where room sizes are published, the median apartment here is 58 m².
Moving for work? Our guide to serviced apartments for relocation explains what to look for.
Aparthotel prices in Darwin
We checked prices for 8 properties on 7 October 2026 (2 adults, 2 nights, about two weeks ahead). The lowest "from" price was €77 per night, the median €115 and the highest €202. The cheapest at that time was Coconut Grove Holiday Apartments. Prices change daily, so use the search box for your own dates.
Other cities in Australia
Planning a longer trip? See aparthotels in Gold Coast, Melbourne, Brisbane, Sydney, Cairns, Port Douglas, Mooloolaba and Perth.
| Price per night (from) | Properties |
|---|---|
| €60–€89 | 1 |
| €90–€119 | 4 |
| €120–€149 | 2 |
| €180–€209 | 1 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best area to stay in Darwin?
The CBD and Waterfront are the most walkable for restaurants and the harbour. Parap suits a more local feel with a Saturday market, and Cullen Bay is convenient for the Mandorah ferry.
How do I get from Darwin airport to the city?
The airport is about 13 km north-east of the centre. Options include a shuttle serving central hotels, taxis, Uber, hire cars and a public bus from the stop on Henry Wrigley Drive.
When is the best time to visit Darwin?
Wikivoyage describes May to October as the dry season, when conditions are most comfortable. November to April is the wet season with high humidity and frequent storms.
Do I need a car in Darwin?
Wikivoyage says driving is the best way to comprehensively see Darwin because many sights are spread out, although the CBD can be explored on foot and buses and cycle paths are available.
When does Mindil Beach Sunset Market run?
On Thursdays and Sundays from 4pm to 9pm, from the last Thursday in April to the last Thursday in October.
How many aparthotels are there in Darwin?
We currently list 17 aparthotel and serviced apartment properties in Darwin.
How much does an aparthotel in Darwin cost?
On 7 October 2026, "from" prices ranged from €77 to €202 per night, with a median of €115.
Do aparthotels in Darwin have kitchens?
17 of the 17 properties we list have a kitchen or kitchenette in at least one apartment type.
Sources
Last updated