Accommodation in Kakadu National Park, Northern Territory Australia

Major Resort Facilities

Kakadu National Park offers a range of accommodation types, from three-star hotels to camping areas with no facilities.

Commercial hotel or motel-style accommodation is available at the Kakadu Resort (South Alligator), Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn (Jabiru) and Gagudju Lodge Cooinda.

Budget accommodation is available at the Kakadu Lodge and Caravan Park (Jabiru) and the Gagudju Lodge Cooinda - affiliated with the Youth Hotel Association (YHA).

Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn

Located in the Jabiru Area of Kakadu, the Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn is a is a 3 ½ star property built in the shape of a crocodile. It offers deluxe accommodation with 110 air conditioned rooms which include colour television, refrigerator and tea and coffee making facilities. This hotel is an innovative blend of natural and modern architecture, combining standard accommodation and conference facilities. The property is located close to the Bowali Visitor Centre and the Jabiru township and also includes the following additional facilities:

Telephone:
Within Australia: (08) 8979 2800
International: +61 8 8979 2800
Web Site: http://www.gagudju-dreaming.com/

Gagudju Lodge Cooinda

Located in the Yellow Water Area of Kakadu, the Gagudju Cooinda Lodge is a is a 2 ½ star property situated on the Yellow Waters Billabong. It offers 48 air conditioned lodge units, 34 twin share budget rooms, a 357 site camping ground, petrol station, general store, airport and tour desk. Cooinda is well located within the park and the hotel's tour desk can arrange pick-up for many of the region's sightseeing tours, including scenic flights from Cooinda airport, the Yellow Waters Boat Cruise and guided fishing tours. The property is located within easy travelling distance to many local attractions and also includes the following additional facilities:

Telephone:
Within Australia: (08) 8979 0145
International: +61 8 8979 0145
Web Site: http://www.gagudju-dreaming.com/

Aurora Kakadu - in the Kakadu Wetlands

Located in the South Alligator Area of Kakadu, the Aurora Kakadu is a 3 ½ star property, offering 138 units which include private patios or balconies, air conditioning, colour television, refrigerator and tea and coffee making facilities. The resort also has conference and function facilities, catering for up to 130 delegates or guests theatre style. Conference facilities include an overhead projector, video, television, lectern and whiteboard. The 10 hectare property also provides sufficient room for outdoor team building activities. Other facilities at the resort include:

Telephone:
Within Australia: (08) 8979 0166
International: +61 8 8979 0166
Web Site: www.auroraresorts.com.au

Kakadu Lodge

Also located in the Jabiru Area of Kakadu, Kakadu Lodge is situated on the fringe of the Jabiru township and is central to many of the attractions of the Park. The landscaped gardens provide shady grassed camping areas and comfortable accommodation in the Lodge or self-contained cabins.

There are 13 air-conditioned, Self-contained Cabins with kitchenette and ensuite bathrooms and 32 air-conditioned Lodge Rooms with communal bathroom and kitchen facilities located in a natural bush setting. Get back to nature and utilise one of 186 powered caravan sites or 100 non-powered caravan and camping sites ideal for a family getaway.

Kakadu Lodge also has a lagoon style pool with bar and bistro, a souvenir shop and kiosk and is within walking distance of the Jabiru shopping centre. The property includes the following facilities:

Telephone:
Within Australia: (08) 8979 2422
International: +61 8 8979 2422
Web Site: www.auroraresorts.com.au

Gagudju Lodge Cooinda

Located in the Yellow Water Area of Kakadu, the Gagudju Cooinda Lodge is a is a 2 ½ star property situated on the Yellow Waters Billabong. It offers 48 air conditioned lodge units, 34 twin share budget rooms, a 357 site camping ground, petrol station, general store, airport and tour desk. Cooinda is well located within the park and the hotel's tour desk can arrange pick-up for many of the region's sightseeing tours, including scenic flights from Cooinda airport, the Yellow Waters Boat Cruise and guided fishing tours. The property is located within easy travelling distance to many local attractions and also includes the following additional facilities:

Telephone:
Within Australia: (08) 8979 0145
International: +61 8 8979 0145
Web Site: http://www.gagudju-dreaming.com/

Kakadu - Cooinda Resort
• Cooinda Resort
• Cooinda Camping
• Cooinda Dining
• Cooinda Accommodation
• Cooinda Supplies
• Cooinda Fuel
• Cooinda Yellow Water cruise
• Cooinda Airport

Lakeview Park Kakadu

Located in the Jabiru Area of Kakadu, the Lakeview Park Kakadu offers unique accommodation designed by award winning Troppo Architects for the climate and experience of Kakadu. Lakeview Park Kakadu is ideal for families and groups as well as business people and backpackers. This facility offers 11 Cabins, 17 Bush Bungalows, 18 "6 Pack" rooms (groups of 6 rooms sharing common facilities) and Ensuite Van Sites. This property is located close to the Jabiru Petrol Station and the famous Jabiru bakery. On-site facilities include:

Telephone:
Within Australia: (08) 8979 3144
International: + 61 8 8979 3144
Web Site: http://www.lakeviewkakadu.com.au

Eden at Fogg Dam Bed and Breakfast

Outer Darwin - Middle Point on the way to Kakadu National Park
Treat yourself to stay at Eden, a certified organic tropical fruit farm located between Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve and Harrison Dam. Eden is home to prolific species of birds, butterflies, wallabies and other wildlife.

Tariff: $150 double; $130 single. July & August: $170 double; $150.00 single. Season 2006/7

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Location: Eden is 65 km (40 miles) from the centre of Darwin en route to World Heritage Kakadu National Park. Drive or cycle 2km to Fogg Dam, internationally renowned to birdwatchers and biologists.
Your hosts, Heather Boulden and Jeremy Hemphill

Wirnwirnmila Mary River Road House

Located just outside Kakadu National Park in the Mary River Area, the Wirnwirnmila Mary River Road House offers motel standard rooms, backpacker accommodation, powered van sites and camping. The Wirnwirnmila Mary River Road House is now owned by Jawoyn, the Traditional Owners of the southern section of the park.

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Kakadu National Park - Seasons

But Australia's Kakadu sees seasons of varied extremes -- so varied, in fact, that the park's longtime aboriginal inhabitants have divided the year into six distinct seasons.
• Kakadu Seasons - Gunumeleng Pre-Monsoon Storm Season - Gunumeleng, from mid-October to late December, may in fact last from a few weeks to several months.
• Kakadu Seasons - Gudjewg - Monsoon Season - Gudjewg, from January to March, can be described as the 'true' wet season.
• Kakadu Seasons - Banggereng - Knock 'em down storm Season - Banggerreng, in April, is the season when the rain clouds have dispersed and clear skies prevail.
• Kakadu Seasons - Yegge - Cooler but still humid Season - Yegge, from May to mid-June, is relatively cool with low humidity.
• Kakadu Seasons - Wurrgeng - Cold Weather Season - Wurrgeng, from mid-June to mid-August, is the 'cold weather' time; humidity is low, daytime temperatures are around 30°C and night-time temperatures are around 17°C.
• Kakadu Seasons - Gurrung - Hot Dry Weather - Gurrung, from mid-August to mid-October, is hot and dry.

Opening hours of Kakadu National Park

Kakadu National Park is open 365 days per year. Given the large size of Kakadu there are a number of key attractions that have different operating hours these are:

* Bowali Visitor Centre - is open from 8am to 5pm.
* Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre - is open from 9am to 5pm.
* Ubirr Rock - is open from 8:30am until sunset from 1 April until 30 November
* Ubirr Rock - is also open from 2pm until sunset from 1 December until 31 March.
* Nourlangie Rock - is open from dawn until dusk.

All of the attractions are open every day of the year and all times are Central Standard Time. These are based on the season 2006/7.

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