The stay at Grungle Downs was thoroughly enjoyable. The owners were very friendly and helpful. The breakfasts of fresh fruit and croissants were wonderful. The accommodations were clean and the air conditioned rooms gave respite from the Darwin heat. I would highly recommend Grungle Downs to anyone visiting Darwin! More

When traveling to the Northern Territory my favorite place to stay is Grungle Downs with Paul and Christine. I stayed with them for almost two weeks in the early 1990's and enjoyed the experience, friendship, and hospitality so much that a few years later I brought my wife, mom, and Dad. We live in Ohio, USA. I would highly recommend... More

I have traveled to Darwin and the NT many times. We have stayed at lots of different places but if you need somewhere in the Darwin area, you can't find anything better than Grungle Downs. Great service, friendly atmosphere, fabulous location. I have returned time after time and it feels like our home in Darwin thanks to the welcome from... More

Stayed with a group of friends as we explored the Darwin area for a week. We had a fantastic time and the hospitality was great. We discovered quite a bit of wildlife on the grounds which added to experience. It was like staying with old friends and I can highly recommend Grungle Downs to anyone traveling in the area. Nick More

My husband and I and our infant daughter stayed for 4 nights and will be back. We had a lovely room with an ensuite and our own private sitting area overlooking the garden and horse paddock. A beautiful spot to enjoy the late afternoon sunshine. The pool was refreshing and clean, Christie and Paul were great hosts who greeted us... More

We stayed in the cottage for four wonderful relaxing days...there is a large swimming pool and lovely gardens with a vast population of birdlife. We did not want to leave! More

I work for a five star hotel myself (Management level) and I am used to very high standard. I must say this place is fantastic. My family and I greatly appreciate their generous hospitality. The comfort and the quality of the accommodation are of very high slandered. I should commend the owner & the team for a fantastic job done.... More

My partner and I stayed at Grungle Downs with our 2 small poodles after driving into Darwin from Canberra. Needless to say, we were tired, hot and looking forward to a comfortable and relaxing night's r'n'r & sleep. The owners / manager's of Grungle Downs were fantastic, so personable and willing to go out of their way to assist us... More

My husband and I have been regular's at Grungle Downs, visiting 3 or 4 times a year since we first discovered it in 2007. We love the self contained cottage, and since we regularly travel with our dogs this place is perfect. It is so private and secluded, yet accessible to everything in Darwin. The cottage is always thoughfully stocked... More