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A dining table with a plate of food, a drink, and a view of a swimming pool.

1. Rydges Palmerston - Darwin

Rydges Palmerston - Darwin
4.5 star property
Palmerston, 1.7 km from Driver
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (495 reviews)
"Breakfast was excellent"
Australia
Matt
The price is €124
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Rydges Palmerston - Darwin
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a cityscape with buildings and greenery.

2. Quest Palmerston

Quest Palmerston
4.0 star property
Palmerston, 1.6 km from Driver
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (313 reviews)
"Central location."
Australia
Melanie
The price is €106
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Quest Palmerston
A pool area with a covered seating area and a building with outdoor seating.

3. Darwin FreeSpirit Resort

Darwin FreeSpirit Resort
4.0 star property
3.2 km from Driver
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (478 reviews)
"The place was amazing, we enjoyed our stay very much"
Australia
Shakara
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Darwin FreeSpirit Resort
A pool area with lounge chairs and a hot tub surrounded by lush greenery.

4. BIG4 Howard Springs Holiday Park

BIG4 Howard Springs Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Howard Springs, 6.5 km from Driver
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (157 reviews)
"lovely spot, beautiful surrounds. easy to get to and from activities."
Australia
Merrilyn
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
BIG4 Howard Springs Holiday Park
A modern hotel room with a glass dining table, teal chairs, a bed with a view, a kitchenette, and a large window.

5. Hudson Berrimah

Hudson Berrimah
4.5 star property
8 km from Driver
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (179 reviews)
"Our flight arrived at 1:30am so check in at 2am. Easy access, excellent communication and instructions from Glenys, thank you for making the process so easy."
Australia
Lisa
The price is €147
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Hudson Berrimah
A row of single-story buildings with a gravel driveway, surrounded by palm trees and other vegetation.

6. Discovery Parks - Darwin

Discovery Parks - Darwin
4.0 star property
Winnellie, 10.3 km from Driver
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (370 reviews)
"Stayed in a cabin, clean tidy , comfy bed friendly helpful staff and would recommend to others"
Australia
Stacey
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Discovery Parks - Darwin
A hotel room with three single beds, a desk, and a chair.

7. Winnellie Hotel Motel

Winnellie Hotel Motel
3.0 star property
Winnellie, 12.8 km from Driver
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (109 reviews)
"Did the job as a good place to shower and rest, no complaints!"
Australia
Elaine
The price is €85
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Winnellie Hotel Motel
A swimming pool with a modern building and a tall tower in the background.

8. Novotel Darwin Airport

Novotel Darwin Airport
4.0 star property
Eaton, 13.7 km from Driver
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great pool complex"
Australia
Chrissy
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Novotel Darwin Airport
A hotel room with two beds, each with a dark headboard, white bedding, and a small bedside table with a lamp. There is a large window with a view of trees, an air conditioning unit on the wall, and a painting above the window.

9. Darwin Resort

Darwin Resort
3.0 star property
Winnellie, 13.3 km from Driver
6.4 out of 10, (210 reviews)
"Clean room."
Australia
Jose Ariel
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Darwin Resort
A modern hotel lobby with a grey sofa, a round gold side table, and a floor lamp.

10. Hudson Parap

Hudson Parap
4.0 star property
Parap, 15.6 km from Driver
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (223 reviews)
"Spacious and comfortable for our brief stay in the Darwin area. Appreciate that they have discounts arranged with the local restaurants. Friendly staff."
Canada
Denis
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Hudson Parap
A modern balcony with glass doors, a wooden floor, and a table with chairs.

11. Mercure Darwin Airport Resort

Mercure Darwin Airport Resort
4.0 star property
Eaton, 13.7 km from Driver
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"The swimming pool area was packed with locals not travellers, impossible to get a long or spot to swim."
Australia
Lorraine
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Mercure Darwin Airport Resort
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of a mountain landscape.

12. Ibis Darwin Airport Hotel

Ibis Darwin Airport Hotel
3.0 star property
Eaton, 13.5 km from Driver
7.6 out of 10, Good, (73 reviews)
"Great place, close to the airport"
New Zealand
Ranjeet
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Ibis Darwin Airport Hotel
Pool

13. Quality Hotel Darwin Airport

Quality Hotel Darwin Airport
4.0 star property
14.7 km from Driver
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (622 reviews)
"Great stay, helpful staff and 24 hour shuttle to and from the airport. Great pub right behind the hotel for great dinners! A great stay if ever in Darwin!"
Australia
Rachel
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Quality Hotel Darwin Airport
A poolside view with palm trees and a clear sky.

14. Mindil Beach Casino Resort

Mindil Beach Casino Resort
4.0 star property
The Gardens, 15.9 km from Driver
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (999 reviews)
"Great location, wonderful pools"
Australia
Kath
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
A courtyard with a brick pathway, surrounded by potted plants and palm trees.

15. Coconut Grove Holiday Apartments

Coconut Grove Holiday Apartments
3.5 star property
Coconut Grove, 16.7 km from Driver
7.8 out of 10, Good, (540 reviews)
"Clean, good facilities and location. Only slight drawback was slightly patchy wifi, but not a major issue."
United Kingdom
David
The price is €53
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Coconut Grove Holiday Apartments
A wooden deck with a table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a pergola.

16. Palms City Resort

Palms City Resort
4.0 star property
Darwin City Centre, 14.7 km from Driver
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Palm City was a lovely place to stay!"
Australia
Dimitrios
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Palms City Resort
An indoor swimming pool with tiled walls and a wooden deck.

17. Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront

Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront
4.0 star property
Darwin City Centre, 14 km from Driver
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Good location for the convention centre and rooms a good size for a few day stay. Check in staff were super helpful and friendly throughout the stay which wad appreciated. I would stay again if in Darwin."
Australia
Jacqui
The price is €104
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront
A high-rise hotel with multiple floors, a parking area with several cars, and a view of the sea at sunset.

18. Hilton Garden Inn Darwin

Hilton Garden Inn Darwin
4.0 star property
Darwin City Centre, 15.3 km from Driver
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (305 reviews)
"Nice family restaurant with good breakfast and family friendly pool area. Limited with facilities, however satisfied our needs. Friendly staff."
Australia
John
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Hilton Garden Inn Darwin
A modern living room with a large sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the city at sunset.

19. Hilton Darwin

Hilton Darwin
5.0 star property
Darwin City Centre, 14.6 km from Driver
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (120 reviews)
"excellent service all round. Staff were friendly and helpful. Room was clean and shower good. Breakfast was also a nice touch to our stay but it's not included that's extra $. Great location as well for those travelling to Darwin for the first time."
Australia
M. Isabelle
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Hilton Darwin
A modern dining area with a herringbone floor, wooden tables, and blue chairs.

20. voco Darwin Suites by IHG

voco Darwin Suites by IHG
4.5 star property
Darwin City Centre, 15.1 km from Driver
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"From the moment we arrived, everything about this hotel exceeded expectations. The staff were incredibly warm, professional, and attentive, making us feel genuinely welcomed throughout our stay. Very friendly hotel staff from the reception, housekeepers and restaurant staff too! The rooms were spotless, beautifully designed, and very comfortable — the perfect place to relax and unwind. The restaurant was equally impressive. Every dish was beautifully presented and packed with flavor, showcasing...
Australia
Niko
The price is €89
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
voco Darwin Suites by IHG
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Where to stay in Driver

Find the best Driver areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A street with a Darwin Waterfront sign, a modern building, and parked cars.

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.

A stone archway and a white building with a curved roof, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

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.

A nighttime fireworks display over a body of water with a crowd of people watching.

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.

A marina with multiple sailboats docked at wooden piers, a covered walkway, and a building with outdoor seating.

Cullen Bay

If you're spending some time in Cullen Bay, Cullen Bay Marina and Mindil Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Charles Darwin

If you're spending some time in Charles Darwin, Darwin Harbour and World War II Display are top sights worth seeing.

Top Driver Hotel Reviews

The Leea Darwin

The Leea Darwin

10/10 Excellent
"The location was perfect ! The hotel outside pool area was fabulous ! Staff very helpful and friendly."
Clare 2-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
The Leea Darwin

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Driver?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Darwin's Driver neighbourhood has to offer.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Driver, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals in Driver.
What are the top things to see and do in Driver?
Some places to visit in the Darwin area include Smith Street Mall, The Esplanade and Darwin Waterfront so get out of the neighbourhood to explore more of the city. While you're out sightseeing, Fort Hill Wharf and Mindil Beach Casino & Resort are a couple of sights to visit in the city.