Alawa Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Activities

Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Litchfield Waterfalls Small Group Tour with optional Crocodile Cruise

WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service

Kakadu Wildlife Rock Art with optional Crocodile Cruise Small Group Tour

Half-Day Adelaide River Jumping Crocs Cruise

Darwin: Adelaide River Queen Original Jumping Crocodiles
Our pick of the best Alawa Hotel Deals

City Living: Modern ~ OutdoorDining ~ Private Yard
"Firstly communication was excellent with immediate reponse on my messages to host. Property was clean, and had everything you need including cleaning equipment and washing facilities. I would stay here again."
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Courtyard By Marriott Darwin
"The towels could best be described as tired as he bath towel had a hole in it"
Reviewed on 27 June 2026

The Leea Darwin
"I believe this is the best hotel in Darwin. Elegant, clean and everything was easy. Good breakfast and great bathroom"
Reviewed on 21 June 2026

Mindil Beach Casino Resort
"I cannot fault this property. We loved our stay and will definitely be back soon and stay with them again. Clean room. Amazing staff. Pool was the best and enjoyed the swim up pool. Even chatting with security was so good to hear about Darwin. Thank you"
Reviewed on 23 June 2026

Rydges Darwin Central
"Unless you like checking in with a computer screen I would give this place a miss. After booking with Hotels, still had to enter all my details again, then asked if i wanted to purchase a late check out, which I did only to find myself locked out of my room after 10:30am. Then had to find a real ..."
Reviewed on 23 June 2026

Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
"We loved the view from the balcony and being able to sit out at night (we stayed in an apartment)."
Reviewed on 27 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Alawa

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.

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

Nightcliff
While there might not be top attractions in Nightcliff, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Casuarina Beach and Marrara Sports Complex.

Stuart Park
While Stuart Park isn't home to many top sights, Mindil Beach Sunset Market and SKYCITY Casino are some notable places to visit nearby.

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.








