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Mindil Beach Casino Resort

4.0 star property
4-star beach hotel near Cullen Bay Marina

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Superior Lagoon King Room (Lagoon Pool Swimout) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Suite (Mindil) | Living area | 40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, pay movies
Suite (Mindil) | Living area | 40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, pay movies
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Spa
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Gilruth Avenue, The Gardens, NT, 0820
  • Place, Mindil Beach Sunset Market
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Mindil Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Cullen Bay Marina
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Darwin, NT (DRW-Darwin Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room (Deluxe) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room (Deluxe)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, Accessible (Spa) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, Accessible (Spa)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room (Spa, Superior) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room (Spa, Superior)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Spa) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Spa)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Spa) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Spa)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Resort Lagoon)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Resort Lagoon)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Mindil) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite (Mindil)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds (Resort Lagoon)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed (Resort Lagoon)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Resort Lagoon)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Grand Suite | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Grand Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Darwin

Walk to the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of this The Gardens hotel, you'll find George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens and Mindil Beach Sunset Market. Mindil Beach and SKYCITY Casino are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Mindil Beach Sunset Market - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Mindil Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • The Esplanade - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Cullen Bay Marina - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Darwin Waterfront - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • East Arm Darwin Station - 17 min drive
  • Darwin International Airport (DRW) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sweet Brew & Co - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Sportsbar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Fresh Point Co. - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Lola’s Pergola - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Mindil Beach Casino Resort

4-star beach hotel near Cullen Bay Marina
Mindil Beach Casino Resort offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. There are 5 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 7 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

A business center and limo/town car service are available. Event space at this hotel measures 0 square feet (0 square meters) and includes conference space. A casino, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at Mindil Beach Casino Resort. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Darwin hotel.

  • 152 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 5 dining venues
  • 7 bars or lounges
  • 0 sq ft of conference space
  • 0 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1986
  • Casino
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Swim-up bar
Mindil Beach Casino Resort offers 152 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Rooms open to balconies. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels and pay movies.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.

The onsite spa has couples treatment room(s). The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Valet parking on site (AUD 15 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 29 for adults and AUD 14.50 for children
  • 5 restaurants
  • 7 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Casino
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 65.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 29 for adults and AUD 14.50 for children
  • Valet parking fee: AUD 15 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 65.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Darwin Skycity Hotel
Skycity Darwin Hotel The Gardens
Skycity Darwin The Gardens
Skycity Darwin Hotel Darwin
Mindil Casino The Gardens
Mindil Beach Casino Resort Hotel
Mindil Beach Casino Resort The Gardens
Mindil Beach Casino Resort Hotel The Gardens
Mindil Beach Casino Resort formerly SKYCITY Darwin

Frequently asked questions

How close is Mindil Beach Casino Resort to the airport?

Mindil Beach Casino Resort is 7.1 mi (16-min drive) away from the Darwin International Airport (DRW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mindil Beach Casino Resort?

As of Oct 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mindil Beach Casino Resort on Nov 1, 2025 start from $102.86, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Mindil Beach Casino Resort have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Mindil Beach Casino Resort.

How close is Mindil Beach Casino Resort to the beach?

This hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Mindil Beach and 8.3 mi (20-min drive) from Casuarina Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Mindil Beach Casino Resort offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Mindil Beach Casino Resort, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of AUD 29 for adults and AUD 14.50 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Mindil Beach Casino Resort?

Yes, there's a casino on site.

What time is check-in at Mindil Beach Casino Resort?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Mindil Beach Casino Resort?

This hotel offers free self parking. Valet parking is available for AUD 15 per day.

Does Mindil Beach Casino Resort have a pool?

Mindil Beach Casino Resort features an outdoor pool.

Does Mindil Beach Casino Resort have a restaurant?

There are 5 onsite restaurants, offering options like Italian cuisine and al fresco dining.

Does Mindil Beach Casino Resort have a spa?

Yes, this hotel has a spa.

How close is Mindil Beach Casino Resort to downtown Darwin?

Mindil Beach Casino Resort is 1.4 mi away from Darwin.