Darwin, the youngest of Australian state capitals, is perched on the northern end of Northern Territory (NT). And out of these capitals, it is the only city with a tropical climate, making it a perfect getaway for travelers from Melbourne and Sydney. Its position on the doorstep of Asia makes it multicultural and you will find aboriginal art galleries, ethnic restaurants, fascinating museums, and much more here. While here, don’t forget to check out the stores along the waterfront precinct, explore the botanical gardens, and enjoy a relaxing cruise. The places to stay here are also exciting, including luxurious homes, studios, apartments in upscale complexes, and more. Check out these best Airbnbs in Darwin, Australia.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on January 10, 2025.
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1. Well-equipped apartment for the romantics with patio
You and your romantic partner will find this beautiful one-bedroom apartment tantalizing, with its tasteful decorations, modern home amenities, and location - just a stroll away from Bicentennial Park, restaurants, and more. The bathroom comes with hot water and toiletries, and the kitchen is fully equipped with even essential cooking ingredients for your pleasure. Unwind in the air-conditioned lounge area and enjoy some of your favorite movies on Netflix with the smart TV or enjoy the beautiful outdoors, barbecuing on the relaxing patio. Extras to make you feel at home include laundry amenities and free parking and WiFi.
Darwin City, Northern Territory, Australia
2.84 km (1.8 mi) from Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern TerritorySuperhost
Accommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Host:
karen was easy to communicate with and very responsiveLocation:
great location easy to walk to all the activitieskaren’s place is in a perfect location to visit darwin walking distance to the main shopping area and attractionsterrific spot - great locationgreat location in the centre of townthe covered car park made it an ideal base to explore the wider areaCleanliness:
very clean and comfortableclean spaces and all the little extras (washing powder beach towels etcquick responses clean apartment perfect location and great featuresit is lovely and clean with all the facilities you may needgreat place clean good locationRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
there's an air conditioner in the living room and bedroom so you can cool either room individually
2. Elegant apartment with luxurious amenities (from USD 78)
Taste Darwin’s luxurious life in this elegant two-bedroom apartment, set in the heart of the city and featuring access to modern facilities, including an indoor pool, a gym, and secured parking. The home is spacious and features an open-plan floor with an air-conditioned lounge area with a smart TV and Netflix, a dining area, and a fully equipped kitchen. You can also unwind in the ample balcony with picturesque views of the city’s skyline. The elevator-accessible home is also baby-friendly, featuring high chairs and cots (on request), and laundry amenities for your convenience. Extras include a workspace, hot water, and WiFi.
Darwin City, Northern Territory, Australia
2.75 km (1.8 mi) from Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern TerritoryAccommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
Host:
ben was a great host to deal withben was a great host who was very accommodating in extending our staygreat value for money and a host that is very easy to deal withkind regardstracey david mitch nswcommunication with the host ben was excellentLocation:
great location in the cbd close to everythingfantastic centrally located apartment near shops and restaurantsgreat location in comfortable arparment all within walking distance of the cityexcellent value in central locationgreat location in the heart of the cbdCleanliness:
very clean and modern placeclean well equiped and quiet surroundingsclean and would definately recommend or stay here againclean and comfortable for a family would stay againclean and comfy with a great balconyRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
kitchen had all the necessities and balcony was nicenice unit good size bathrooms but really needs wifiben’s apartment has two comfortable double bedrooms both with an ensuitewould be perfect if the host installed wifithis place had all we needed for an enjoyable and comfortable stay in darwin
3. Beautifully decorated penthouse with stunning views (from USD 120)
Enjoy a unique getaway in this beautifully decorated, two-level penthouse, sitting on the 26th and 27th floor of an upscale building, overlooking the city’s skyline and the Harbour. You will have two spacious balconies with stunning vistas to relax and access to the building’s gym and swimming pool. Feel at home with the well-decorated living area with a smart TV with Fortel and Netflix access while a fully equipped kitchen with necessary ingredients is available for some cooking adventures. The penthouse can be accessed via an elevator and there is WiFi, laundry amenities, parking, and toiletries for use.
Darwin City, Northern Territory, Australia
2.96 km (1.9 mi) from Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern TerritorySuperhost
Accommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
Host:
excellent apartment very accommodating we recommendLocation:
perfect central location with easy access onsite parkingthe location of this place is amazingexcellent place to stay great central location and an easy 15 minute walk to the waterfronta superb penthouse in central darwinthe penthouse is in a handy location and was great value for moneyCleanliness:
very clean and spaciousgreat location super clean had everything you could ever needthe apartment is modern and clean and well located with everything you needthe apartment is very clean and with great amenities available and gregory is very quick with any enquiriesRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
fantastic apartment and wonderful viewthe beds were amazingly comfy the towels really soft and the balconies give impressive views over the waterfrontmodern spacious clean light-filled 2 level designer apartment with spectacular views all aroundon top of the world in this great apartmentbedrooms had comfortable beds with nice bed linens and full ensuites
4. Leisure-oriented private rental for a small group (from USD 90)
When it comes to the leisure of your small group or family of four, no rental provides it better than this penthouse. It is fitted with homey amenities, including a lounge area with a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen, two bathrooms with toiletries and hot water, and recreational spaces. The balcony is fitted with a hot tub to unwind as you enjoy a barbecue and vistas of the ocean or the city’s night sky. What’s more, you can soak in the on-site pool. The rental can be accessed through an elevator and there is a two-car parking space, laundry amenities, and air conditioning for your pleasure.
Darwin City, Northern Territory, Australia
2.18 km (1.4 mi) from Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern TerritorySuperhost
Accommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
Host:
eyve was a wonderful hosteyve was a great host who was very responsiveeyve is a great host and very helpfuleyve was a helpful considerate hostamazing stay and excellent hostLocation:
wonderful apartment and close to everything you needgood location to everything and easy checkinlocation is great close to main part of the city near shops bars & restaurantsfantastic place great location defintley will be backchecking in is easy and the location is greatCleanliness:
everything was clean and tidyexcellent place very clean and convenient highly recommendedspotlessly clean private parking and great locationapartment is stunning modern & cleanthe apartment is bright clean and very comfortableRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the air conditioning and fans were greatly appreciated along with the bottles of chilled water awaiting our arrivalgreat apartment with fabulous views would definitely come backinspirational views wide extensive balcony and the spa make eyve’s apartment a standoutkim on smith is top floor stylish apartment with huge sunset balcony and jacuzzia fabulous apartment with amazing views
5. Kid-friendly, well-furnished apartment (from USD 6708)
Also situated in a modern complex with a swimming pool and fitness area to enjoy is this well-furnished, two-bedroom apartment suited for a family of four. It has kid-friendly amenities and a spacious patio with seating, a barbecue grill, and heartwarming views of the city. Its relaxing open-floor plan is perfect for socializing and it features a cozy lounge area with a smart TV, a dining area, and a well-equipped kitchen with breakfast provisions, including fruit, eggs, bread, and milk. Other essential facilities provided include WiFi, laundry amenities, and parking.
Darwin City, Northern Territory, Australia
2.78 km (1.8 mi) from Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern TerritoryAccommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
Host:
the hosts are excellenthosts thoughtful touches much appreciatedneil and jane were fantastic hostsit is much better than the pictures and the hosts are real genuine peopleyou were perfect hosts and we will definitely be backLocation:
great location everything you wantfantastic location close to everythingperfectly situated close to the beachfront esplanade and darwin central cityit is perfectly situated on the esplanade and close to mitchell streetamazing appartment central to everythingCleanliness:
very clean and well appointedclean thoughtful touches in the apartmentthe place is sparkling clean and well uptakethe apartment is spotlessly clean & beautifully decoratedtheir place was clean and well prepared for our stayRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
only improvement would be wifi thanks so much for everythingthere is also a nice balcony outside with a dining table and bbq facilitiesit has awesome cooking facilities including a bbq on the deck which is much bigger than i expectedthis is a stylish modern comfortable apartment with great amenities and close to everything you needneil and jane’s apartment is perfect for a stay in darwin
6. Large, luxurious abode with rooftop balcony
Indulge in luxury and comfort at this large and private three-bedroom apartment with stunning vistas of the Harbour and the city. You will find the ample balcony fascinating, featuring a covered hot tub. The interior decorations are appealing as well. It sleeps eight and features an open floor plan with a smart TV in the comfy lounge area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a dining area. It’s lift-accessible and there are laundry amenities, a shared pool in the complex, baby equipment, and toiletries to help you make the best of your getaway.
Darwin City, Northern Territory, Australia
2.01 km (1.3 mi) from Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern TerritoryAccommodates: 8
Top guest reviews
Host:
great host - very helpfulcan recommend both host and appartmentanthony is a very responsive hostanthony is a very responsive host and was always available to support us during our stayanthony was extremely helpful as host and very quick to respond to questionsLocation:
walking distance to good shopsvery spacious apartment great locationamazing penthouse just a short walk from darwin pubs and mallclose to the city great cafe 21 near by fantastic views easy access 2 secure car spotsexcellent location large airy apartment roof top spa a luxury bonusCleanliness:
apartment was finished nicely clean and tidyit is absolutely beautiful and sparkling cleananthony’s apartment is absolutely stunning spacious clean and comfortablethe property is spacious clean private and well appointed with modern conveniences throughoutit was huge clean had lovely touches and the views were incredibleRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
great sized apartment with fantastic views across darwin from multiple balconiesthe best place i can see in darwin nice view spacious room and amazing amenities in the housethe rooms and beds were comfortable well furnished and air-conditionedanthony’s place is fabulous cool tiled floors plenty of air conditionersgreat accommodation and huge apartment with lots of space highly recommend if going to darwin
7. Relaxing residence close to local attractions
There is nothing not to love about this one-bedroom abode, close to Darwin CBD’s restaurants, cinemas, and more. The interior is sizable and features a comfy lounge area with a flat-screen TV, a storage area with laundry amenities, and a kitchen with essential cooking ingredients. The bathroom comes with toiletries and hot water for your pleasure; you can also unwind in the pool on site on a beautiful evening. You will only be a stroll away from local attractions and there are free WiFi and parking for use.
Darwin City, Northern Territory, Australia
2.57 km (1.6 mi) from Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern TerritoryTop guest reviews
Host:
great host even if i did not met hersuzanne was very prompt and helpful with responses to any queriesvery friendly host quick communicationLocation:
perfectly located in walking distance to the town centergreat stay & close to the cbdgood value so close to the city centergreat place to stay in the heart of the citygood location and 10 mins walking to the cbd nice clean unit and professional managementRead more reviewsCleanliness:
very clean floor & new towelsgood value and very clean and comfortable place with parking minutes from darwin cbd
8. Comfortable home in the heart of Darwin
Situated in the middle of Darwin, close to places of interest, is this spacious and comfortable two-bedroom apartment, located in a complex with an elevator. Enjoy incredible vistas of the surrounding palm trees and downtown from the balcony and cook all you want with the fully appointed kitchen. The home is kid-friendly, featuring a crib, toys, and books, as well as ample storage area and laundry amenities. There is also a smart TV in the lounge area, WiFi, parking, as well as hot water and toiletries in the bathroom for your convenience.
Darwin City, Northern Territory, Australia
2.36 km (1.5 mi) from Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory
9. Luxurious home with upscale amenities and comfort
Enjoy a whole new level of comfort, whether you are coming for business, a solo adventure, or an intimate vacation, in this 12th-floor, one-bedroom apartment situated in the center of Darwin CBD. Your comfort is guaranteed with the king-size bed, en-suite bathroom with hot water, and cozy living area with a smart TV. The lounge opens to a private balcony with a barbecue grill and heartwarming vistas of the city’s skyline. Wish for some more recreation? You will have access to upscale amenities at the nearby Mantra Hotel, including a pool and gym. The kitchen and the laundry are shared with the host staying upstairs, but your privacy is assured.
Darwin City, Northern Territory, Australia
2.85 km (1.8 mi) from Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern TerritoryTop guest reviews
Host:
the hosts are awesome as wellfriendly hosts and lovely place to staygreat friendly people who welcome you into their home and treat you like familysuch lovely hosts who where helpful accommodating and relaxing to be aroundgreat room very friendly hostsLocation:
such a great place to stay in darwin walking distance to restaurants and multiple stores in the citythe place is so good location and extraordinarylovely hosts spectacular darwin city apartment in a great locationgreat location close to everything in the cbd (all within walking distance) clean comfortable and most importantly great hostsgreat location value and hostsCleanliness:
the place is nice and clean with everything you needthe apartment was airy modern clean and very comfortablehaven’t even mentioned the place yet: incredibly clean stylish and spaciousvery nice and clean apartment spacious bedroom with unsuited bathroom and excellent locationbesides fantastic views the penthouse was spotless and it had every amenity requiredRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
super view over darwin and the space is great your own balcony good quality bed (s)the view from the apartment is fabulousthe bedroom was spacious with both fan and air conditioning connecting to the personal ensuite was sparkling cleanamazing views comfortable living - not much else you could ask fornia and scott's place is amazing- great views great room and even better hospitality
10. Comfortable apartment in the center of the city
Also situated in the heart of Darwin CBD, this air-conditioned, one-bedroom apartment has all it takes to make your stay beautiful. The elevator-accessed home awards picturesque vistas of the town from the balcony and you can savor a variety of Youtube and Netflix entertainment in the comfortable lounge area with a smart TV. You can cook your meals with the available kitchenette or access the nearby dining options. Complimentary breakfast will be provided daily and you can also help yourself out with the laundry amenities and free WiFi and parking.
Darwin City, Northern Territory, Australia
3.08 km (2.0 mi) from Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern TerritoryAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Host:
denis was an amazing hostdenis was a fantastic hosthost was very responsive to questionswelcoming and generous hostdennis was a great hostLocation:
great location - really centralgreat spot central to everythingthis apartment has the best location in darwin city because its location centrally locatedgreat location for exploring the citylocation great for downtown shopping restaurant and entertainmentCleanliness:
a clean and very comfortable apartmentapartment is clean and comfortablethis flat is clean and neatvery clean and everything you need is suppliedclean tidy and well-stocked with everything i neededRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the wifi worked really wellthe amenities are outstanding - free wifi and netflix tea and coffee and breakfast suppliesthe wifi was great and the tv really large air conditioning was greatthe air conditioners were punchy and having a carpark was very usefulunusually but very helpfully aircon in both rooms
Savor a fun vacation
There are many ways to have fun in this beautiful city and the accommodations here are a no-brainer as well. Enjoy the multicultural presence, explore the museums, admire the lush gardens, and return to the comfort of any of these best Airbnbs in Darwin, Australia.
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