The Hotel: Oaks Elan Darwin

Oaks Elan Darwin combines the spoils of resort-style accommodation with the convenience of self-contained hotel rooms and apartments. Planted in the heart of the action on Woods Street in the CBD, guests will be just minutes from the city’s dining, entertainment and shopping venues, as well as the Darwin Waterfront Precinct and Smith Street Mall. Towering 27 levels above the Top End town, Oaks Elan Darwin offers uninterrupted views out over the city, Darwin Harbour and Frances Bay.

With a choice of hotel or apartment-style rooms, guests settle into contemporary and spacious accommodation featuring a range of essential amenities. The Two-Bedroom Apartments have a kitchenette, giving Groupies the freedom to cook up a storm or throw together a cheeky midnight snack. Wander out to the private balcony to take in views of the city or kick back in front of the LCD television with Foxtel. Hotel Rooms make for a comfortable stay with bright colours and large beds.

After fuelling up with a two-for-one breakfast deal at the on-site Seoul Food restaurant, take a dip in the outdoor lap pool or work up a sweat in the gym. Get out of the city with a trip to the Top End, with Kakadu National Park and Litchfield National Park just under two hours’ drive away.

Room Details

Hotel Room

• Bed size/type: One king-size bed or two single beds
• Standard/maximum occupancy: two people
• The room features tea- and coffee-making facilities, Foxtel and a work desk

Two-Bedroom Apartment

• Bed size/type: Two king-size beds or four single beds
• Standard/maximum occupancy: four people
• The apartment features two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, laundry facilities, Foxtel, and a private balcony with city views

The Area: Darwin, NT

As the largest city and capital of Northern Territory, Darwin boasts a relaxed vibe that blends well with the tropical climate. Boats are anchored around the harbour, pavements are littered with chairs and tables from side street restaurants and museums showcase the city’s past with indigenous art. Explore the famous national parks of Kakadu and Litichfield or the Tiwi Islands to appreciate the beauty of nature.

The Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory boasts a wide collection of Aboriginal art and has a room dedicated to Cyclone Tracy, graphically displaying the aftermath of the disaster. Movie-lovers may enjoy watching a film under the moonlight at Deckchair Cinema. The Crocodylus Park showcases hundreds of crocodiles and a mini-zoo with like lions, tigers and spider monkeys. Tourists visiting Aquascene may encounter a frenzy of fish including mullet, catfish and batfish waiting to be fed at high tide by generous visitors.