Things to do around Darwin
Situated at the top end of the Top End of Australia, Darwin is a tropical coastal city, just a stone’s throw from the outback. With a laid-back culture, a rich history and a stunning backdrop, Darwin is a beautiful city to visit, with plenty to offer visitors of all ages.
Often dubbed a cultural melting pot, Darwin has a wide range of restaurants offering an exceptional variety of cuisines. Visitors to Darwin can also enjoy a broad range of leisure activities. Museums and galleries offer a glimpse of Darwin’s intriguing past, while its parks and gardens allow visitors to enjoy the beauty of the present.
There are markets and shops to explore, flora and fauna to discover, and bars, cafés and restaurants to relax in. And of course, Darwin is the gateway to the outback, providing access to nearby national parks and reserves, such as Kakadu National Park, Mary River National Park and Litchfield National Park.
About AccorHotels Conference Venues in Darwin
An oasis that’s centrally located between Darwin CBD and business area of Casuarina, Novotel Darwin Airport and Mercure Darwin Airport Resort are the ultimate conference and events location. Nine dedicated meeting and function areas offer versatility and flexibility, catering for both small and large events.
The three air-conditioned meeting rooms at Mercure Darwin Airport Resort take full advantage of their tropical design. Adjustable trapeze lighting sets the ideal ambience and is complimented by natural light and opening doors onto a private verandah or deck area, allowing guests their own breakaway.
Novotel Darwin Airport is well known for comfort and practically designed, air-conditioned amenities. The six function rooms are ideal for day meetings, offering natural light plus outdoor areas to stretch your legs and refresh.
Landscaped tropical scenery and the Mercure Resort’s lagoon pool create a perfect backdrop for your next cocktail, dinner or gala event. At the Novotel Darwin Airport, wind down in style with a Banquet dinner created by Loong Fong Restaurant. The exceptional Chinese cuisine offers a great alternative for your next private or corporate event.
At the end of the day, relax and feel welcome in one of the 425 accommodation rooms available at Mercure Darwin Airport Resort and Novotel Darwin Airport. Ranging from hotel style to self contained suites and bungalows, the rooms are spacious with modern decor and amenities.
If you’re looking for conference rooms in Darwin, the Novotel Darwin CBD will cater to all your needs. As a business centre, Darwin is also the ideal destination for conferences and events. AccorHotels has a number of excellent Darwin conference venues, providing business travellers with superb conference facilities and accommodation options.
Novotel Darwin CBD is one such example, offering visitors to Darwin the perfect venue in which to hold a business meeting, function, conference or event. Overlooking Darwin Harbour, Novotel Darwin CBD is conveniently located in the centre of the city, just minutes from the Mitchell Street dining and entertainment precinct.
As a Darwin conference centre, Novotel Darwin CBD features two excellent event spaces, catering for up to 120 guests. Each function room is well presented and well equipped, offering business visitors the latest presentation technology and facilities, and the flexibility to allow for a variety of function layouts.
As a 4.5 star hotel, Novotel Darwin CBD has a wide range of accommodation options. The hotel features 140 spacious guest rooms and apartments, each tastefully appointed and modern. The two-bedroom apartments are fully self-contained, with a separate lounge room, dining table, kitchenette and balcony.
Guests looking to relax can retire to the hotel’s Zest Restaurant or Jabiru Bar, or unwind in the jacuzzi or outdoor swimming pool. The hotel also features onsite parking, 24-hour reception, and the magnificent tropical indoor rainforest in the atrium.
Conveniently situated in the heart of Darwin CBD, Mantra Pandanas combines central location with versatility and personalised service, designed to make your event one to remember. Catering for up to 130 delegates, featuring a range of facilities including state-of-the-art audio visual equipment, high speed internet access and smaller breakout rooms.
Mantra Pandanas is within walking distance to retail, culinary and entertainment precincts, including the Darwin Convention Centre. Invite your delegates to experience the Northern Territory's stunning natural beauty and abundant local tourist attractions.