Rydges Palmerston
15 Maluka Dr, Palmerston City NT 0830, Australia
A destination in itself for anyone wanting to stage high-quality business or social functions in the Northern Territory, meetings and events at Rydges Palmerston will meet your needs. Whether hosting interviews, board meetings, conferences, seminars, training, presentations, weddings, receptions, or any kind of social event, Rydges Palmerston has the stylish space and flexibility to ensure everything goes exactly to plan for your next event in Darwin. Your guests will enjoy the convenient location right in the heart of Palmerston CBD, only 20 minutes to Darwin Airport and Darwin CBD. No visit to the Top End is complete without experiencing Crocodile Tours, Litchfield National Park, Kakadu National Park, and Katherine Gorge.
Rydges Palmerston Function Rooms

Poolside
Our Poolside Lounge area is the perfect place for your next Darwin Event! With direct access to our Fork and Dagger Bar, Pool Deck, and Smart TV. With creative catering packages and state of the art audiovisual, this Darwin event space has ...
Maluka Room
Located on the Ground Floor, The Maluka Meeting Room Darwin is 39.5 square meters and can accommodate up to 18 guests in boardroom style. The room features its own kitchenette facilities, including a microwave and fridge. The Maluka Room ...
The Cellar Room
The Cellar is the perfect room for your next meeting, private dinner, or special occasion, with Smart TV and video conferencing capabilities as well as floor to ceiling windows which flood the room with natural light. This 35 square meter D...

Palm B
Located on level one, Palm B is 118.25 square meters and can accommodate up to 30 guests in a u-shape style. This Palmerston Venue boasts floor to ceiling windows and is serviced by its own bar, which our operations team can stock with your...

Palm A
Located on level one, Palm A is 161.25 square meters and can accommodate up to 100 delegates banquet style. The Palmerston Conference Venue boasts floor to ceiling windows, flooding the room with natural light, including bi-fold doors which...

Palm Ballroom
Located on level one, the Palm Ballroom measures 322.5 square meters and can accommodate up to 220 delegates banquet dinner style. This Darwin meeting room boasts floor to ceiling windows, flooding the room with natural light, including bi-...
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do Rydges Palmerston events cost?
Please enquire for the pricing and availability of Rydges Palmerston Darwin.
This may be subject to change due to seasonality, day of the week, duration and your specific requirements. For an accurate quote for your event please send an enquiry or contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts.
What type of events can be hosted at Rydges Palmerston Darwin?
The following Rydges Palmerston functions can be hosted:
- School Formal
- Seminar
- University Ball
- Wedding
- 18th Birthday Party
- 21st Birthday Party
- AGM
- Residential Conference
- Meeting
- Gala Dinner
- Trade Show
- Workshop
- Bar Mitzvah
- Hens Night
- Trivia Night
- Awards Dinner
- Product Launch
- Networking Event
- Function
- 30th Birthday Party
- 40th Birthday Party
- 50th Birthday Party
- Birthday Party
- Christening
- Christmas Party
- Cocktail Party
- Conference
- Corporate Function
- Corporate Retreat
- End of Financial Year Party
- Engagement Party
- Executive Retreat
- Bat Mitzvah
- Ceremony
- Training
If your specific event type is not on the list, contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts and they will check if Rydges Palmerston Darwin is able to facilitate your event or will help you find an alternate venue.
How do I find out if Rydges Palmerston Darwin is available for my event date?
The best way to find out if Rydges Palmerston Darwin is available for your event date is to send an enquiry through or get in contact with one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts.
Availability at many venues around the country is limited so if your date is flexible, please let the VenueNow team know and the venue may be able to provide a range of dates that suit your needs.
What catering / food and beverage options are available at Rydges Palmerston Darwin?
The following food and beverage / catering options are available for guests at Rydges Palmerston Darwin:
- Bar Tab
- Filtered Water
- Coffee / Tea
- Inhouse Catering
For more information regarding food and beverage / catering options, please contact a VenueNow Event Booking Expert.
What steps are involved in booking an event at Rydges Palmerston Darwin?
There are a few steps involved in booking an event at Rydges Palmerston Darwin and the VenueNow team are here to do the heavy lifting for you.
Firstly, contact the VenueNow team by submitting an enquiry or speaking to one of our team members online or over the phone. We'll need to collect a few details from you, such as your:
- Event type
- Number of people attending
- Preferred event date & time (and if this is flexible)
- Budget (per person or total)
- Room layout
- Food and beverage / catering requirements
- Any other requirements
Once we've gathered these details, the VenueNow team will contact the team at Rydges Palmerston Darwin to check:
1) Can they host the event on your preferred date / time? If not, what are some alternate dates / times?
2) What is the estimated cost based on your event requirements?
This process tends to take around 1 business day on average to receive a response from the venue. Once we've received a response, the VenueNow team will contact you as soon as possible.
If you're happy with the proposed price and dates / times, the VenueNow team will connect you with Rydges Palmerston Darwin to finalise your booking (which may include a site visit if you choose to do so).
VenueNow provides this service free of charge to you as we are paid a small fee by Rydges Palmerston Darwin if you book via us.
I have more questions about Rydges Palmerston venue hire. How do I get in contact?
There are a number of ways you can get in contact:
1) Call the VenueNow team on 1300 647 488 during business hours AEST
2) Contact the VenueNow team via our online chat in the bottom right of the screen
3) Submit an enquiry via the form on the page
The VenueNow team usually reply within a few hours during Australian business.
What are the different Rydges Palmerston venues for hire?
Rydges Palmerston offers a selection of stylish event spaces that can accommodate both small and large groups with ease. Palmerston Darwin Rydges offers you the ultimate flexibility and choices to create your special event. It has style and elegance with the latest in function room technology prepared to cater for any formal or informal occasion.
Learn more about the different Darwin Rydges Palmerston function spaces below:
Palm Ballroom
The Palm Ballroom is a meeting room located on level one with floor to ceiling windows, including bi-fold doors that open up poolside. The size of this space can accommodate 220 delegates banquet dinner style and it's flooded by natural light from those lovely glass walls!
Palm A
Palm A is a 161.25 square meter venue that can accommodate up to 100 delegates banquet style, with floor-to-ceiling windows flooding the room in natural light - including bi-fold doors which open onto Poolside!
Palm B
Located on level one, Palm B is 118.25 square meters and can accommodate up to 30 guests in a u-shape style with floor to ceiling windows for your convenience! This Palmerston Venue boasts free high-speed free wifi that's accessible throughout the hotel as well-- so you'll never have trouble getting online no matter where we place our computers around this space blaster of an event venue
Maluka Boardroom
The Maluka Meeting Room Darwin is located on the ground floor and can accommodate up to 18 guests in boardroom style. The room features its own kitchenette facilities including a fridge and microwave!
The Cellar
The Cellar is the perfect room for your next meeting or private dinner, with Smart TV and video conferencing capabilities as well as floor to ceiling windows that flood it with natural light. This 35 square meters Darwin Boardroom can hold up 16 people board-style, and even has its own 62sqm balcony!
Poolside Lounge Area
The Poolside Lounge is the perfect place to host your next Darwin event! With direct access and amenities such as our Fork & Dagger Bar, pool deck and Smart TV we have everything you need for a fantastic function.
Where is Rydges Hotel Palmerston located?
Rydges Palmerston is located at 15 Maluka Dr, Palmerston City NT 0830, Australia.
What are the attractions near Rydges Palmerston NT?
The Rydges Palmerston Hotel is centrally located, with shopping centres near the hotel being Palms Shopping Plaza and Palmerston Shopping Centre. It takes around 5 minutes to drive to the city centre of Darwin, so it gives easy access to Darwin's favourite destinations Top End, Palmerston Water Park, Palmerston Golf & Country Club, The Darwin Convention Centre and the Crocodylus Park. Darwin's CBD is about 10 km away from the hotel so it will take around 15-20 minutes by car. The Darwin International Airport is also nearby.
What type of accommodation is available at Rydges Hotel Palmerston Darwin?
Settle in and enjoy the latest comforts and advanced features of our 200 spacious contemporary guest rooms, suites and bedroom apartments, delivering a wide range of luxurious options for business, family and leisure travellers alike.
The guest rooms and serviced apartments come with a king-size bed and ensuite, a separate living room featuring comfortable seating, a workstation, a dining table, Bluetooth sound system and Lavazza coffee pod machine, as well as a large private balcony – all creating an environment where guests can fully relax and entertain. room amenities also include air conditioning, complimentary wifi, a flat-screen cable TV, and a refrigerator.
Rydges Palmerston accommodation types are as follows:
-Studio Queen Room
-King Room with Balcony
-Triple Room with Balcony
-Executive King Room with Balcony
-One Bedroom Serviced Apartment with Balcony
-Two-Bedroom Apartment with Balcony
-Three Bedroom Serviced Apartment with Balcony
-Executive Business Suite with Balcony
For information about the different Palmerston Accommodation options and prices, visit this website.
What are the facilities and amenities at Rydges Palmerston Darwin?
The Rydges Palmerston Darwin is equipped with a variety of facilities and amenities to suit all guests' needs. From the moment you arrive to when you leave, our friendly staff are on hand to ensure you have an enjoyable stay. Rydges Palmerston Darwin facilities and services include:
-200 air-conditioned guest rooms and apartments
-Rooftop pool
-Free parking and shuttle bus services
-Onsite restaurant
-24-hour reception
-Complimentary WiFi
-Business Facilities
-Conference/Function Facilities
-Gym
Is there an on-site restaurant at Rydges Palmerston Darwin?
Rydges Palmerston's first floor is dedicated to providing a range of dining options that fit into any part of your day. This way you can enjoy drinks, food and company with family or friends at Rydges Palmerston Darwin!
Madame Za
Lunch and dinner at the Madame Za restaurant is an Asian fusion experience like no other. Together with Chef John Borlagdan, she brings you flavours from across Asia in dishes that are both sophisticated, yet playful - making for one unforgettable meal!
Za Bar
The Palmerston bar offers a range of drinks from ice-cold beer to refreshing cocktails. Whether you're sitting in the shade or sunning yourself on our backyard deck, there are plenty of great spots for dining alfresco and enjoying your surroundings!
Rooftop Poolside
Rooftop Poolside is open to all bar and dining guests. As well as breezes and views of the pool, you'll find a light lunch menu and drinks with nibbles and snacks, perfect for enjoying in the afternoon. With excellent service and ambience, it's one of the best rooftop bars in Darwin!