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Rydges Palmerston - Darwin

Darwin , 15 Maluka Drive (Show on Map)

8.5

Very Good

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Summary of reviewsRydges Palmerston - Darwin is an excellent choice for those looking for a convenient and quiet location with easy access to shopping centers, bus depots and attractions like Litchfield National Park. The hotel also offers a great breakfast buffet with a good variety of food and accommodating service for dietary requirements. Although some guests had mixed experiences with the dinner offerings, there were still positive reviews of the excellent restaurant and bar facilities. The spacious and spotless rooms equipped with modern facilities, as well as the clean and well-maintained pool area, received high praise from guests. Exceptional staff, particularly the welcoming reception staff and accommodating housekeeping staff, are also consistently mentioned in positive reviews. The gym and parking options provided by the hotel are also well-appreciated. Perhaps the biggest highlight is the comfortable beds with guests describing them as 'so comfy'.
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Room Types

Superior King Room with Balcony This air conditioned room offers modern decor and a private balcony with outdoor furniture. It also includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels, black-out curtains, a minibar and a private bathroom with free toiletries.

Executive King Room with Balcony This executive king room features a king-size bed, executive workstation, complimentary WiFi, minibar, Lavazza coffee pod machine, 65-inch LED SMART TV, bathrobe, slippers and a private balcony.

Triple Room with Balcony This contemporary triple room has air conditioning and a balcony with outdoor furniture. It also includes a work desk, black-out curtains, a minibar, and a private bathroom with free toiletries. You can request your preferred bedding configuration in the Special Requests Box at the time of booking. Please note that the bedding configuration is not guaranteed and will be confirmed upon arrival, subject to availability.

One Bedroom Serviced Apartment with Balcony This luxurious one bedroom apartment features a king-size bed and ensuite bathroom, a separate living room featuring comfortable seating, workstation, dining table, kitchen as well as a large private balcony. The kitchen has an oven, microwave, stove-top and dishwasher. There is also a washing machine and dryer.

Two Bedroom Serviced Apartment with Balcony This spacious two bedroom apartment features a king-size bed and ensuite bathroom. The well-proportioned apartment boasts a contemporary living room with dining table plus kitchen, washing machine and dryer as well as a large private balcony.

Three Bedroom Serviced Apartment with Balcony The rooftop pool is a top feature of this apartment. Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned apartment comes with 1 living room, 3 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a bidet. Guests can make meals in the kitchen that features a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven. The spacious apartment features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a washing machine, soundproof walls, a tea and coffee maker as well as pool views. The unit has 4 beds.

Queen Studio Guests will have a special experience as the studio offers a rooftop pool. Providing free toiletries, this studio includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bidet and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned studio provides a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private entrance, soundproof walls, a tea and coffee maker as well as an inner courtyard view. The unit offers 1 bed.

Executive Suite The rooftop pool is a top feature of this suite. Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite comes with 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath. Meals can be prepared in the well-fitted kitchen, which features a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware. The spacious suite features soundproof walls, a tea and coffee maker, executive lounge access, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, as well as an inner courtyard view. The unit has 1 bed.

About Rydges Palmerston - Darwin

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Guest Reviews

8.5

Very Good

Location

Rydges Palmerston - Darwin is a perfect location for visitors who want to explore the city and its surroundings. The hotel's convenient position close to shopping centers, bus depots and other services provides easy access to everything. It's ideal for trips to Litchfield National Park, as well as day trips to other local attractions like the jumping crocs and Humpty Doo. Though some guests found the hotel to be in a slightly remote area, others enjoyed its quiet and convenient location. The hotel is also a great choice for sporting events with a centrally located cinema, chemist and shopping center nearby. Overall, the location received positive reviews, except from a few guests who found it to be too far from the city or not as portrayed on the internet.

Breakfast

Guests have left a mix of positive and negative comments regarding the breakfast at Rydges Palmerston - Darwin. Some guests have called it "great," "fantastic," and "very nice," with a good selection of food on offer. The buffet was said to be good value for money with a good variety, friendly staff and accommodating service for dietary requirements. Some guests enjoyed the egg station, noting a "lovely omelette and eggs benedict." Although there were some comments about certain foods running out quickly on busy days, overall the breakfast layout was good and the selection was great. However, some guests were disappointed with the temperature of the hot food - bacon and scrambled eggs were noted as being "luke warm" and "never hot." There were also mixed reviews from vegetarians with some guests noting that the basic vegetarian options were okay but an additional cheese selection would have been appreciated. Despite the negative reviews, the majority of guests enjoyed the buffet breakfast and found it to be a satisfying start to their day.

Dinner

The dinner experience at Rydges Palmerston in Darwin received mixed reviews from guests. While some found the restaurant offerings to be overpriced and average, others praised the excellent restaurant and bar facilities. The staff at the restaurant were highlighted for their amazing service and guests appreciated the great steak and lovely meals available. However, some guests experienced slow service, limited menu choices and disappointing dishes such as duck that turned out to be chicken, crispy pork that was overcooked and off breakfast sausages. Additionally, some mentioned that the room service food was poor, possibly catering to the large number of tradies staying at the hotel. Overall, while there were some hiccups, there were also many positive reviews of the restaurant at Rydges Palmerston, making it worth a try for those staying at the hotel. Guests looking for alternative options can also head to the nearby pub for an awesome meal.

Rooms

The Rydges Palmerston - Darwin hotel boasts spacious and spotless rooms that are well-designed, practical and equipped with modern facilities. Guests appreciate the cleanliness of the rooms and the comfortable beds that provide a good night's sleep. The rooms are also quiet and offer plenty of space for a relaxing stay and some even have balconies. The hotel is well-maintained and the facilities are fresh and new. Guests enjoyed the friendly staff and the hotel's convenient location. Despite a few minor issues, such as incorrect room descriptions or mold in the bathroom, guests generally found the rooms to be of high quality and excellent value for money.

Beds

The beds at Rydges Palmerston - Darwin seem to be a hit with guests. Multiple reviews mention the beds being very comfortable with some even describing the bed as "so comfy". Guests also appreciated the size of the rooms with many describing them as spacious and clean and some mentioning the addition of a work station. Comfy pillows were another highlight of the stay. Overall, guests seem to have enjoyed a great night's sleep on the large, comfortable beds at this hotel.

Cleanliness

If you're looking for a clean and well-maintained hotel in Darwin, you should definitely consider Rydges Palmerston. The reviews consistently mention the spotless rooms and comfortable beds with many guests commenting on the excellent housekeeping. The pool area is also exceptionally clean and well-kept, making it a great place to relax. While some guests noted that the surrounding neighbourhood was a bit dirty, the hotel itself is always clean and tidy. Overall, Rydges Palmerston is a great choice for travellers who value cleanliness and want a comfortable and welcoming stay in Darwin.

Staff

Rydges Palmerston - Darwin boasts of exceptional staff who are professional, helpful and accommodating. The reception staff, including Sophie, were described as amazing, friendly and informative. Guests were impressed by the warm welcome and easy check-in process. Any requests made were met promptly and the housekeeping staff were awesome. Although there were a few negative comments about unfriendly staff at reception and slow service in the restaurant, overall, the hotel's staff received glowing reviews from guests. The cleanliness of the hotel and the friendly and approachable nature of the staff also received mention.

Gym

You don't have to sacrifice your workout routine while staying at the Rydges Palmerston - Darwin hotel. Guests have praised the hotel's gym with one even calling it "amazing". The gym facilities are said to be on par with some of the best ones out there. There's also a variety of gym equipment available for use. The ground floor and level 1 also offer several other complimentary facilities. The hotel provides all the amenities you would expect including a gym and pool within the facilities. Some guests have mentioned that the gym could do with updating, but overall it is still pretty good for a hotel.

Pool

The Rydges Palmerston - Darwin hotel boasts an awesome pool which was a welcome relief on hot days. It is a great size and well-maintained with a beautiful pool area and bar. Despite some slippery entry steps and occasional dirt, guests loved the facilities and upmarket vibe of the hotel, which included a poolside bar and restaurant. Families with children appreciated the separate pool for kids. The pool was a bit chilly, but still lovely to swim in and patrons could enjoy food and drinks poolside. The hotel offers all the amenities one would expect, including notice of pool cleaning in the morning. However, some lounge chairs were uncomfortable. Overall, guests enjoyed the decor, ambience and facilities of the hotel with the pool area being a highlight.

Parking

Rydges Palmerston - Darwin offers excellent parking options with plenty of convenient and secure spaces available. Guests can enjoy free parking and there is even underground parking for added security. While some guests experienced issues with card access, the reception was quick to resolve the problem. In addition to the great parking options, the hotel boasts an excellent bar and restaurant. The only downside is that a few guests expressed concerns over the adequacy of the car park security. However, overall, guests are pleased with the easy and comfortable parking facilities provided by the hotel.

Yes, Rydges Palmerston - Darwin has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Pool Lap Lanes, Outdoor Pool.

No, a spa isn't available at Rydges Palmerston - Darwin.

No, Rydges Palmerston - Darwin doesn't allow dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at Rydges Palmerston - Darwin.

Yes, Rydges Palmerston - Darwin has a gym.

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