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On the banks of the famous Todd River, with its majestic river red gum trees, Mercure Alice Springs Resort is in a superb position for exploring the Red Centre. The hotel is just a five minute stroll from the fascinating cultural centre of ‘The Alice’, and offers facilities including a restaurant, beautiful tropical gardens and a swimming pool.
A visit to Kakadu National Park is one of those life-changing experiences that can only be had in Australia. Step into the empty wilderness of this magnificent World Heritage Area, recognised both for its natural resources and ancient Aboriginal culture. Uniquely shaped like one of the area's iconic crocodiles, Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn is the park’s only full service hotel. Perfectly located for discovering this spectacular, ever-changing landscape, it bosts every convenience for a comfortable stay. The large Escarpment restaurant offers à la carte and buffet-style dining, while Gingas Tavern and bar provides lighter options in a more relaxed environment. The hotel also features a marble foyer, swimming pool, small arts and crafts gallery and regular live entertainment.
This contemporary hotel has a picturesque setting in the city’s new Darwin Waterfront Precinct which offers a selection of restaurants and cafes. It is just a ten minute stroll from the city centre and a stone’s throw from the Wave Pool, Deckchair Cinema and Stoke’s Hill Wharf. Facilities include a pool, spa, restaurant and bar.
Owned by the local Jawoyn people, Cicada Lodge is an eco-luxe space set in the breathtaking terrain of Nitmiluk National Park near the iconic Nitmiluk Gorge (Katherine Gorge). The clean, modern architecture of the building is made to complement its natural setting, with a focus on responsible tourism to ensure the preservation of the natural surroundings. Eco-conscious travellers can enjoy a luxury getaway with the assurance that nature comes first here – dinner, for example, is a set menu of seasonal produce curated by the chef to reduce food waste. The 18 rooms are far from what you might expect from an eco-lodge in a national park; all rooms are air-conditioned and have a balcony looking out to the gorge, complete with thoughtful additions including a yoga mat and a Nespresso coffee machine. A pool in the main lounge area is a luxurious addition in a remote area where amenities are traditionally more basic. Take a trip to Nitmiluk Gorge (Katherine Gorge), a natural wonder of rugged sandstone, carved by the river into sheer rocky drops. Marvel at the gorge from water level on a river cruise where you also might spot crocodile who inhabit the area (at extra cost), or for an unforgettable experience book a helicopter tour over the gorge where you can also view the rock art work etched into the walls by Aboriginal people who have lived in the area for some 40,000 years (at extra cost).
Mercure Alice Springs Resort
Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel
Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront
Cicada Lodge, Katherine
