Darwin is located at the top of the Northern Territory in Australia. Situated in an area referred to as the "Top End," Darwin makes a great base for exploring nearby Kakadu and Litchfield national parks, and the city has numerous tour operators to take you there by four-wheel drive. In between the sight-seeing and wildlife spotting, chill out with fellow adventure travel enthusiasts at one of Darwin's budget-friendly hostels.
Melaleuca on Mitchell
Melaleuca on Mitchell offers twin-, double- or four-bed private rooms with your choice of en-suite or shared-bathroom facilities, as well as six-bed female or coed dorms. Rooms include air-conditioning, a necessity in Darwin's heat, and personal storage lockers. Other amenities include free airport transfer, high-speed Internet access and an experienced tour desk.
Melaleuca's main attraction is its rooftop hangout. You can splash in the pool, lounge in the waterfall hot tub or grab a drink and chat with fellow travelers at the poolside bar. Enjoy a game of volleyball or darts, or watch the big game on the lounge's 12-foot big screen.
52 Mitchell St.
Darwin, NT, Australia 0801
011 (+61) 8 8941 7800
momdarwin.com.au
Dingo Moon Lodge
Darwin's Dingo Moon Lodge will give you great value for your money. Each morning of your stay you'll enjoy a large complimentary breakfast with your choice of pancakes, fresh fruits, muffins, spreads and cereals. Dingo Moon Lodge provides complimentary tea, coffee and cocoa throughout the day.
Choose from a four- or eight-bed dormitory with complimentary linen. If your clothes are soiled from exploring the outback, make use of Dingo's free laundry and ironing facilities. Other amenities include an outdoor pool with barbecue area, Wi-Fi Internet and modern kitchen facilities for self-caterers.
88 Mitchell St.
Darwin, NT, Australia 0801
011 (+64) 8 8941 3444
dingomoonlodge.com
Elkes Backpackers
At Elkes Backpackers, you can choose from twin, double or triple private rooms as well as four-bed dormitories. Explore Darwin by bicycle as Elkes offers bicycle hire on premises. Relax by the outdoor pool and lounge area or head into the air-conditioned Internet café and television lounge.
The tour desk at Elkes boasts 13 years of experience in the tourism industry, and it'll be happy to book your tours or onward accommodation. Other amenities include free breakfast and kitchen facilities.
112 Mitchell St.
Darwin, NT, Australia 0801
011 (+61) 8 8981 2834
elkesbackpackers.com.au
