Pinelands Travel Guide
Darwin
Popular places to visit

Darwin Waterfront
Explore the great outdoors at Darwin Waterfront, a lovely green space in Warf Precinct. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Mindil Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Mindil Beach during your travels in Darwin? Discover the restaurants and its entertainment venues while you're in the area.

The Esplanade
During your trip to Darwin, you can do some window-shopping at The Esplanade. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Cullen Bay Marina
Explore the waterfront in Darwin with a trip to Cullen Bay Marina. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Mindil Beach Sunset Market
You can enjoy retail therapy at Mindil Beach Sunset Market during your stay in Darwin. Wander the waterfront and picturesque gardens in the area.

Crocosaurus Cove
See the exotic and native animals who live at Crocosaurus Cove during your trip to Darwin. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Top hotels in Pinelands

Palms City Resort
Can highly recommend Fast , courteous check in to a lovely garden bungalow room with a porch. The room was very well maintained and/ or recently refurbished. Kettle, toaster and electric bbq on porch seemed almost new. Comfy big bed and nice sheets.Beautiful gardens and good sized pool as well.Have ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
room was ok, pool was closed
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Mindil Beach Casino Resort
The hotel is currently undergoing renovations. This hopefully will update rooms, facilities and overall presentation that at the moment it is lacking. The staff were respectful, kind and helpful, but they are dealing with not only the current disruption, but also guests reactions and issues. I would ...
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

Hilton Darwin
Enjoyed our stay at the Hilton Staff were amazing
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

The Leea Darwin
Hotel smell terrible, jack hammering where the pool use to be.t.v not working. Staff were rude & not helpful they were actually rude for mo reason.the carpet in the room has stains.all the xatpet threw out the hotel was filthy.i wouldnt advise anyone to stay here
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Novotel Darwin Airport
All went well as usual
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pinelands

Knuckey Lagoon
Travellers like the zoo in Knuckey Lagoon, and Crocodylus Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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.

Charles Darwin
If you're spending some time in Charles Darwin, Darwin Harbour and Charles Darwin National Park are top sights worth seeing.

Eaton
You might appreciate the restaurants and gardens in Eaton, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, TIO Stadium and Marrara Sports Complex are just a few notable stops.

Winnellie
Visitors to Winnellie enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Darwin Aviation Museum is worth a stop.

Marrara
Travellers like the restaurants in Marrara, and Marrara Sports Complex is a top attraction you might want to visit.
