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Holiday Homes, Houses & Cottages in Darwin

We've found 91 holiday homes in Darwin: houses, cottages and cabins with a strong track record of guest reviews. Absolute Waterfront - Tropical Oasis Over The Water is the most reviewed, with a guest rating of 9.4/10 from 81 reviews.

91holiday homes
65list free parking
8.7average guest rating

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Stay AreaTo centreParkingRating Reviews Facilities BookPrices
Absolute Waterfront - Tropical Oasis Over The Water
 CBD15 min walkFree9.4 81 PoolKitchen Check prices for Absolute Waterfront - Tropical Oasis Over The Water on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Darwin City Harbour views-Situated above the OAK Restaurant Coastalcoastretreats
 CBD<5 min walkListed8.7 85 PoolKitchenRestaurant Check prices for Darwin City Harbour views-Situated above the OAK Restaurant Coastalcoastretreats on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Crocs on Cavenagh
 CBD10 min walkFree9.0 75 PoolKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Crocs on Cavenagh on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Waterfront Escape 2Bdr, Wavepool, Restaurants
 CBD10 min walkFree9.3 67 Kitchen Check prices for Waterfront Escape 2Bdr, Wavepool, Restaurants on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Sea Renity at Waterfront - SEAVIEW
 CBD10 min walkFree8.9 65 PoolKitchenBeachfront Check prices for Sea Renity at Waterfront - SEAVIEW on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Nightcliff Foreshore Getaway - McKay Gardens Coastalcoastretreats
 Nightcliff8.5 kmFree8.8 65 PoolKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Nightcliff Foreshore Getaway - McKay Gardens Coastalcoastretreats on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Aqua Vista 3 Bedroom luxury
 CBD10 min walkFree9.8 46 Family rooms Check prices for Aqua Vista 3 Bedroom luxury on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Pandanas 15th fl Darwin CBD Harbor views
 CBD10 min walkFree8.8 51 Pool Check prices for Pandanas 15th fl Darwin CBD Harbor views on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Luxury Waterfront Stay 1bdr (breathtaking Views)
 CBD10 min walkFree8.9 48 BeachfrontRestaurant Check prices for Luxury Waterfront Stay 1bdr (breathtaking Views) on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Serenity Harbour Views at Darwin Waterfront
 CBD15 min walkFree9.4 44 PoolKitchenBeachfront Check prices for Serenity Harbour Views at Darwin Waterfront on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Elsey on Parap
 Fannie Bay3.5 kmFree9.4 42 PoolKitchen Check prices for Elsey on Parap on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Serenity Peary - Executive 1brm at Darwin Waterfront with Sea Views
 CBD15 min walkFree9.5 41 PoolKitchenBeachfront Check prices for Serenity Peary - Executive 1brm at Darwin Waterfront with Sea Views on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Darwin Lux Living
 CBD10 min walkFree8.1 45 PoolFamily rooms Check prices for Darwin Lux Living on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Serenity Neptuna - 3brm luxury at Darwin Waterfront
 CBD10 min walkFree9.5 37 KitchenBeachfront Check prices for Serenity Neptuna - 3brm luxury at Darwin Waterfront on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
ZEN PENINSULA - Darwin's Prestigious WaterFront Retreat
 CBD10 min walkFree8.1 41 KitchenFamily roomsBeachfront Check prices for ZEN PENINSULA - Darwin's Prestigious WaterFront Retreat on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Tropical Bliss in Woolner
 Fannie Bay3 kmFree9.1 36 Check prices for Tropical Bliss in Woolner on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Serenity Short Stays - Deja Blue - at Darwin Waterfront
 CBD15 min walkFree9.6 33 PoolKitchen Check prices for Serenity Short Stays - Deja Blue - at Darwin Waterfront on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
High Above, Pandanas Darwin 21st floor with views
 CBD10 min walkFree8.3 38 PoolKitchenRestaurant Check prices for High Above, Pandanas Darwin 21st floor with views on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
ZEN Oceania - 2BR Ocean View
 CBD10 min walkFree9.3 32 Kitchen Check prices for ZEN Oceania - 2BR Ocean View on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
ZEN At ARRAY: 2BR Retreat in CBD
 Mindil Beach20 min walkFree8.7 33 PoolKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for ZEN At ARRAY: 2BR Retreat in CBD on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
ZEN PARADISE - 2-BR Waterfront Ocean View Retreat
 CBD10 min walkFree9.4 30 Spa facilitiesBeachfrontAccessible Check prices for ZEN PARADISE - 2-BR Waterfront Ocean View Retreat on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Katara On Smith - 2 Bed 2 Bath CBD Appartment
 Mindil Beach20 min walkFree8.4 33 PoolKitchen Check prices for Katara On Smith - 2 Bed 2 Bath CBD Appartment on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
ZEN OCEAN BLISS - Cozy 2-BR/2-BA Sea View Retreat
 CBD<5 min walkFree8.8 31 PoolKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for ZEN OCEAN BLISS - Cozy 2-BR/2-BA Sea View Retreat on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Arafura Edge - Resort Living and Breathtaking Views
 CBD10 min walkFree9.4 29 PoolKitchen Check prices for Arafura Edge - Resort Living and Breathtaking Views on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
'18th in the Clouds' CBD Resort Living with Pool
 CBD10 min walkFree9.2 29 PoolKitchen Check prices for '18th in the Clouds' CBD Resort Living with Pool on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Pandanas 15th fl with harbour and city views
 CBD10 min walkListed9.2 27 PoolKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Pandanas 15th fl with harbour and city views on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Welcome Homestay Waterfront
 CBD10 min walkFree9.0 27 Kitchen Check prices for Welcome Homestay Waterfront on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Pandanas Haven, Darwin CBD
 CBD10 min walkFree9.2 26 PoolKitchen Check prices for Pandanas Haven, Darwin CBD on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
'Harbour Highlight' Poolside Living on Esplanade
 CBD15 min walknot listed7.6 31 PoolKitchen Check prices for 'Harbour Highlight' Poolside Living on Esplanade on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Sky high with harbour views
 CBD<5 min walknot listed9.1 25 PoolKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Sky high with harbour views on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
City Views on Pool Level King Bed, FREE parking
 CBD10 min walkFree8.1 27 PoolKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for City Views on Pool Level King Bed, FREE parking on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Oceanview Corner - Resort-like Living with Pool
 CBD15 min walkListed9.2 23 PoolKitchen Check prices for Oceanview Corner - Resort-like Living with Pool on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Pandanas Escape, Darwin City
 CBD10 min walkFree7.8 25 PoolKitchenRestaurant Check prices for Pandanas Escape, Darwin City on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Esplanade 88
 CBD15 min walkListed8.8 22 PoolFamily roomsEV charging Check prices for Esplanade 88 on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
'Top of Town' Resort-style Stay in Heart of Darwin
 Mindil Beach20 min walkFree8.6 22 Pool Check prices for 'Top of Town' Resort-style Stay in Heart of Darwin on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Marina Outlook - Scenic Waterfront Living with Pool
 CBD10 min walkFree9.4 20 PoolKitchen Check prices for Marina Outlook - Scenic Waterfront Living with Pool on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Serenity Blue Waters - 3 bedrooms on 8th floor at Darwin Waterfront
 CBD10 min walkFree9.8 19 Kitchen Check prices for Serenity Blue Waters - 3 bedrooms on 8th floor at Darwin Waterfront on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Pandanas Retreat, Darwin City
 CBD10 min walkFree8.3 22 PoolKitchen Check prices for Pandanas Retreat, Darwin City on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Pandanas Vista, Darwin CBD
 CBD10 min walkFree8.2 21 PoolKitchen Check prices for Pandanas Vista, Darwin CBD on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Enjoy Dreamy Ocean Views from Resort Style Oasis
 CBD15 min walknot listed7.8 22 PoolKitchen Check prices for Enjoy Dreamy Ocean Views from Resort Style Oasis on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Darwin Budget Units
 CBD10 min walkFree8.1 21 PoolKitchen Check prices for Darwin Budget Units on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Crystal Waterfront - A Panoramic Balcony Haven
 CBD10 min walkFree9.3 18 PoolKitchen Check prices for Crystal Waterfront - A Panoramic Balcony Haven on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
The OC Home: Centrally Located, Home Away Home
 Nightcliff8 kmFree8.7 19 Kitchen Check prices for The OC Home: Centrally Located, Home Away Home on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
NEW - ZEN AT THE WATERFRONT - Luxury Waterfront Holiday Home for Families & Friends
 CBD10 min walkFree9.1 18 PoolAirport shuttle Check prices for NEW - ZEN AT THE WATERFRONT - Luxury Waterfront Holiday Home for Families & Friends on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Woodys at the Waterfront
 CBD10 min walkFree9.0 18 Kitchen Check prices for Woodys at the Waterfront on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Seaside Oasis with Balcony along the Esplanade
 CBD15 min walknot listed8.5 19 PoolKitchen Check prices for Seaside Oasis with Balcony along the Esplanade on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Family Friendly
 Howard Springs24 kmFree8.6 18 PoolPets allowedKitchen Check prices for Family Friendly on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
ZEN BY THE OCEAN - 1-BR Executive Biz Retreat
 CBD10 min walkFree7.7 20 PoolKitchen Check prices for ZEN BY THE OCEAN - 1-BR Executive Biz Retreat on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Zen Ocean Pebble 1-BR/1-BA Sea View Retreat
 CBD<5 min walkFree8.5 18 PoolKitchen Check prices for Zen Ocean Pebble 1-BR/1-BA Sea View Retreat on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
ZEN SUN CITY Cozy 2-BR/2-BA Ocean View Retreat
 CBD<5 min walkFree8.3 18 PoolKitchen Check prices for ZEN SUN CITY Cozy 2-BR/2-BA Ocean View Retreat on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Sundrenched and Scenic with Sprawling Water Views
 CBD15 min walknot listed9.3 16 PoolKitchen Check prices for Sundrenched and Scenic with Sprawling Water Views on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Pandanas 15th floor (Water, City & Sunset views)
 CBD10 min walkFree8.6 17 PoolKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Pandanas 15th floor (Water, City & Sunset views) on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Holiday at Harry Chan Darwin CBD Location Plus
 CBD<5 min walkFree9.1 16 Check prices for Holiday at Harry Chan Darwin CBD Location Plus on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Lush Vista - Poolside Living on Esplanade with Balcony
 CBD15 min walknot listed8.9 16 PoolKitchen Check prices for Lush Vista - Poolside Living on Esplanade with Balcony on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
ツ Home Away From Home ツ
 CBD10 min walkListed8.3 17 PoolKitchen Check prices for ツ Home Away From Home ツ on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Sensational Sunsets Ocean Views from Top Floor
 Nightcliff10 kmFree9.3 15 KitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Sensational Sunsets Ocean Views from Top Floor on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Sweeping Harbourfront Views atop Tropical Resort
 CBD15 min walknot listed8.7 16 PoolKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Sweeping Harbourfront Views atop Tropical Resort on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
18th Floor Seaview Executive Style King Bed with Pool and Gym
 CBD10 min walkListed8.7 16 PoolKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for 18th Floor Seaview Executive Style King Bed with Pool and Gym on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Darwin CBD stunner
 CBD<5 min walkFree9.2 15 Kitchen Check prices for Darwin CBD stunner on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Darwin City Retreat 2 bedrooms
 CBD<5 min walkFree8.1 17 PoolKitchenRestaurant Check prices for Darwin City Retreat 2 bedrooms on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Absolute Hidden Gem in CBD
 CBD10 min walkFree8.9 15 Kitchen Check prices for Absolute Hidden Gem in CBD on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Harbourside Pool Escape with Leafy Alfresco Patio
 CBD15 min walkListed8.2 16 PoolKitchenAccessible Check prices for Harbourside Pool Escape with Leafy Alfresco Patio on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Nomikis'On The Avenue
 Fannie Bay2.5 kmFree9.6 13 PoolKitchenEV charging Check prices for Nomikis'On The Avenue on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Zen by the Coast: 2-BR Cozy Retreat Near Uni/Shops
 Casuarina11.5 kmFree8.9 14 Kitchen Check prices for Zen by the Coast: 2-BR Cozy Retreat Near Uni/Shops on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Couple's Escape on the Esplanade with Pool & Balcony
 CBD15 min walknot listed8.3 15 PoolKitchen Check prices for Couple's Escape on the Esplanade with Pool & Balcony on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
2 bedroom 2 bath Treetop Escape close to the city
 Fannie Bay3.5 kmFree9.3 13 KitchenFamily rooms Check prices for 2 bedroom 2 bath Treetop Escape close to the city on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Tropical Oasis, saltwater pool In the heart of Parap Orange
 Fannie Bay3.5 kmnot listed5.9 20 PoolKitchenBeachfront Check prices for Tropical Oasis, saltwater pool In the heart of Parap Orange on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Waterfront Getaway Darwin City
 CBD10 min walkFree8.4 14 KitchenBeachfront Check prices for Waterfront Getaway Darwin City on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
ツ Peace of Paradise ツ
 CBD10 min walkListed7.3 16 PoolKitchen Check prices for ツ Peace of Paradise ツ on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Breezy Harbourfront Resort with Seaviews & Pool
 CBD15 min walknot listed8.9 13 PoolKitchen Check prices for Breezy Harbourfront Resort with Seaviews & Pool on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Walk everywhere CBD 1 bedroom with ocean aspect
 CBD15 min walkFree9.6 12 Check prices for Walk everywhere CBD 1 bedroom with ocean aspect on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
ツ Peace of Paradise
 CBD10 min walkListed8.8 13 PoolKitchen Check prices for ツ Peace of Paradise on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Darwin Esplanade Walk to Waterfront Wines and Waves
 CBD<5 min walkFree8.7 13 Kitchen Check prices for Darwin Esplanade Walk to Waterfront Wines and Waves on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Oceanview Tropical - A Top End Poolside Oasis
 CBD<5 min walkFree8.4 13 PoolKitchen Check prices for Oceanview Tropical - A Top End Poolside Oasis on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Breezy Harbourfront Resort Escape with Tropical Pool
 CBD15 min walknot listed8.3 13 PoolKitchenAccessible Check prices for Breezy Harbourfront Resort Escape with Tropical Pool on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Harbour Hush - Poolside Central Base near Waterfront
 CBD<5 min walkFree9.3 11 PoolKitchen Check prices for Harbour Hush - Poolside Central Base near Waterfront on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Sensational Spacious and Stylish Sunsets galore
 CBD15 min walknot listed8.5 12 Kitchen Check prices for Sensational Spacious and Stylish Sunsets galore on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Simply The Best
 CBD10 min walkFree8.5 12 Kitchen Check prices for Simply The Best on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
By the Water Resort Style Lifestyle with Pool
 CBD15 min walknot listed8.4 12 PoolKitchen Check prices for By the Water Resort Style Lifestyle with Pool on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
The Midas Touch Rooftop Pool & Free Parking
 CBD10 min walkFree7.6 13 PoolKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for The Midas Touch Rooftop Pool & Free Parking on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
'The Smith' A Vibrant Poolside Balcony Haven
 Mindil Beach20 min walkFree9.3 10 PoolKitchen Check prices for 'The Smith' A Vibrant Poolside Balcony Haven on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Opp Parap Mkts Ideal for tradies and nurses
 Fannie Bay3.5 kmFree9.3 10 KitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Opp Parap Mkts Ideal for tradies and nurses on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Bird's Eye Views from Chic Harbourside Abode
 CBD15 min walkListed8.4 11 PoolKitchen Check prices for Bird's Eye Views from Chic Harbourside Abode on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Welcome Homestay Bayside
 Mindil Beach2.5 kmFree8.3 11 Kitchen Check prices for Welcome Homestay Bayside on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Harbourfront Darwin Escape with Sea Views and Pool
 CBD15 min walknot listed9.0 10 PoolKitchen Check prices for Harbourfront Darwin Escape with Sea Views and Pool on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Elevated Waterfront Living on the Esplanade's Edge
 CBD15 min walknot listed7.5 12 Pool Check prices for Elevated Waterfront Living on the Esplanade's Edge on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Luxury in Litchfield Street - Heart of the CBD
 CBD<5 min walkFree9.0 10 Kitchen Check prices for Luxury in Litchfield Street - Heart of the CBD on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Reef-side Splendour City Vistas - Pool - Workspace
 CBD<5 min walkFree8.9 10 PoolKitchen Check prices for Reef-side Splendour City Vistas - Pool - Workspace on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Harbourfront Living with Views to Write Home About
 CBD15 min walknot listed8.6 10 PoolKitchen Check prices for Harbourfront Living with Views to Write Home About on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Vintage Charm at The Gardens with Lagoon Pool
 Mindil Beach2 kmFree7.4 11 PoolKitchen Check prices for Vintage Charm at The Gardens with Lagoon Pool on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)
Luxe On Duke
 Mindil Beach25 min walkFree7.4 10 PoolKitchenFamily rooms Check prices for Luxe On Duke on Booking.com (opens in a new tab)

The 12 most reviewed holiday homes

What to know about holiday homes stays in Darwin

These holiday homes, cottages and cabins have a track record of guest reviews. 1 allow pets and 65 list free parking. Minimum stays and cleaning fees are common; compare the total for your dates.

Half the stays are within about 10 minutes' walk of the centre of Darwin.

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Good for, not for: holiday homes in Darwin

Good for

  • Families and groups
  • Longer stays with self-catering

Not for

  • One-night stays
  • Travellers who want a front desk

Wet and dry season

The tropical north has two seasons. In the wet season expect heavy rain, high humidity and storms; some roads and tours close. Check conditions before you travel.

The tropical north has two seasons. In the wet season expect heavy rain, high humidity and storms; some roads and tours close. Check conditions before you travel.

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Source: Bureau of Meteorology: northern Australia's wet season runs from October to April.

Frequently asked questions

Which holiday homes in Darwin have the highest guest rating?

Aqua Vista 3 Bedroom luxury has a guest rating of 9.8/10 from 46 reviews, the highest of the holiday homes here with 25 or more reviews (checked October 2026).

Which holiday homes in Darwin have free parking?

65 stays list free parking. The most reviewed are Absolute Waterfront - Tropical Oasis Over The Water, Crocs on Cavenagh and Waterfront Escape 2Bdr, Wavepool, Restaurants.

Are there pet-friendly holiday homes in Darwin?

Yes. 1 stay allows pets, including Family Friendly. Check the conditions with the property before you book.

Which stays are closest to the centre of Darwin?

Holiday at Harry Chan Darwin CBD Location Plus (<5 min walk) and Darwin CBD stunner (<5 min walk) are the closest in this list to the centre of Darwin. Walking times are estimates; your route may be longer.

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Last checked: October 2026. Ratings and review counts come from our booking partners.