CLASSIC ROOM
Sleeps up to 4 Adults
Room located on the ground floor of the hotel. All rooms open up to the rear courtyard with easy access to the pool. Rooms have either one queen bed or two double beds.
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One of the world’s most distinctive hotels, this indigenous-owned accommodation is uniquely shaped to represent Kakadu's most famous inhabitant, the saltwater crocodile. The hotel is located in the township of Jabiru and is ideally situated for visitors to explore many of Kakadu’s Northern attractions such as Ubirr, Cahills Crossing, Bowali and Arnhem land.
Sleeps up to 4 Adults
Room located on the ground floor of the hotel. All rooms open up to the rear courtyard with easy access to the pool. Rooms have either one queen bed or two double beds.
Sleeps up to 4 Adults
Located on the first floor of the hotel, the Superior room includes a Queen bed, a Single bed or two double beds and views of the landscaped courtyard and pool area.
Sleeps up to 4 Adults
Located on the ground floor of the hotel, all rooms have a queen bed or two double beds with central courtyard seating outside the room and easy access to the pool.
Saturday 23 May, 2026 | Karrimanjbekkan An-me Kakadu (Taste of Kakadu) is a celebration that brings together arts, food and cultural experiences, with market stalls, dance and music, workshops, bush tucker and an evening meal.
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Territorians enjoy exclusive year-round local rates at Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel—perfect for a weekend getaway, cultural escape, or a base to explore Kakadu’s natural wonders. Just show your NT ID to access discounted stays and experience the best of your own backyard.
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Let us guide you through billabongs and into Stone Country, as we discover the cultural heritage and harmonious life within Kakadu National Park. Whether it's a peaceful bush walk or a serene wetland cruise, we invite you to explore the heart of this UNESCO World Heritage site.
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Plan your trip by viewing a collection of top attractions within Kakadu National Park including ancient rock art sites, waterfalls, swimming holes, cultural experiences, wildlife spectating, lookouts, billabongs and more. Go one-step further and build your own itinerary!
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Manjmukmuk Restaurant & Bar
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Hotel Facilities
Mercure Crocodile Hotel, based in the Jabiru township of Kakadu National Park, is an idyllic retreat, with facilities including: swimming pool, restaurant and bar, local Indigenous art gallery, gift shop, ground oven, conference rooms, laundry facilities, air conditioning, free wifi and free parking.
Manjmukmuk Restaurant and Bar
Manjmukmuk offers full buffet breakfasts, light lunches, a la carte dinners and an extensive wine and bar menu. Dishes are infused with the flavours of Kakadu, featuring local ‘bush tucker’, such as barramundi, buffalo and kangaroo. Dining is offered in air-conditioned comfort, with outside seating available to enjoy a drink during balmy evenings.
See & Do from the Crocodile Hotel
Located in northern Kakadu, the Mercure Crocodile Hotel is a convenient stop for travellers from Darwin. While Kakadu Tourism tours depart from Cooinda (40 minutes away), the Crocodile Hotel is ideal for cultural experiences like the Arnhemlander Tour and Guluyambi Cruise, and for visiting nearby sites such as Ubirr, Mamukala Wetlands, Marrawuddi Arts, Bowali Visitor Centre, Cahills Crossing and the Border Store.
Ochre Art Gallery
Introducing the official online Ochre Art Gallery store presented by Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel. Situated in the heart of Mirarr Country, Ochre Art Gallery offers a unique opportunity to explore and purchase breathtaking Indigenous art from one of Australia's most remarkable and awe-inspiring destinations. Join us in supporting and cherishing the rich cultural heritage of the Bininj/Mungguy people, and shop local Kakadu artworks now!
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October to April
no vehicle: 1-Day AATKings tour
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Driving from Darwin is straightforward via the Arnhem Highway, the main road into Kakadu. The trip typically takes 2.5 to 3 hours. Along the way, we recommend stopping at the Mamukala Wetlands or visiting the Bowali Visitor Centre near Jabiru to purchase your Parks Pass and pick up information on the region.
If you're searching for a 4WD vehicle or a 4WD Campervan, be sure to check out Adventure Rentals!

Fly into Darwin International Airport, then continue your journey to Kakadu. The Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel is located in Jabiru, approximately a 3-hour drive from Darwin. You’ll need to hire a car or join a tour from Darwin to reach the hotel.
For a faster and scenic option, Kakadu Air offers private charter flights from Darwin to Kakadu. Bookings can be made directly through their website.

Group Tours: A wide range of day trips and multi-day adventures to Kakadu depart from Darwin. Visit our Tours page to explore your options.
Private Tours: For a personalised experience, book a private day or multi-day tour with operators like NT Driver Guide and others.

For 65,000 years, the people of this Country have known how to read the land, cook from it, celebrate it, and share it. 🌿
On Saturday 23 May 2026, the Taste of Kakadu Festival invites you to experience that connection firsthand through food, art, music, and story in the heart of one of the world's most extraordinary national parks.
Join us for a day of traditional dance, fire cooking, bush tucker, First Nations art workshops, a special festival menu at Mimi's Restaurant, and a sunset filled with live music.
This is Kakadu at its most alive. Don't miss it.
🔗 Full program + accommodation: kakadutourism.com/specials/taste-of-kakadu-festival or see link in bio.
#TOK2026 #tasteofkakadu #kakadunationalpark #dokakadu
Hidden deep within Kakadu National Park, Lower Ikoymarrwa rock hole is a breathtaking outback oasis worth the 4WD adventure. Surrounded by rugged escarpments and pristine bushland, this remote rock hole offers crystal-clear water, cultural significance, and an unforgettable Top End experience. Perfect for travellers chasing off-the-beaten-track destinations, Aboriginal heritage landscapes, and untouched natural swimming spots!
#lowerikoymarrwafalls #rockhole #waterfall #hiddengem #dokakadu #kakadunationalpark
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Stay somewhere truly unique in the heart of Kakadu National Park at @crocodilehotel 🐊
Located in the township of Jabiru in the Northern Territory, this iconic hotel is famous for its crocodile-shaped design! The hotel offers several comfortable accommodation options, including Standard Rooms, Superior Rooms and Courtyard Superior rooms, many with easy access to the central pool and landscaped courtyard. After a day exploring Kakadu, guests can cool off in the pool (the “heart” of the crocodile), enjoy local flavours at the Manjmukmuk Restaurant and Bar, or browse Indigenous art at the onsite Ochre Art Gallery.
From here you’re perfectly positioned to visit nearby Kakadu icons or join guided tours and cultural experiences across the region.
See link in bio to book your stay today!
#mercurekakaducrocodilehotel #crocodilehotel #hotel #kakaduaccommodation #dokakadu
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Discover one of the world’s oldest living cultural landscapes through the ancient rock art of Kakadu National Park, where stories have been painted on stone for tens of thousands of years.
From intricate x-ray style paintings to powerful creation stories, Kakadu’s rock art galleries offer a rare insight into the traditions, beliefs, and connection to country of Aboriginal people. Walking these sacred sites is a truly humbling experience that brings Australia’s history to life.
Find out where to find this incredible rock art at the link in bio!
#rockart #indigenousculture #indigenousart #artwork #dokakadu
Stunning photos from @franlaperuta [IG]
Just one of those special Top End moments 🌈
Aboard a Yellow Water Billabong cruise in Kakadu National Park, scenes like this are all part of the experience ⛴️ Saltwater crocodiles glide between the lilies, jabirus and magpie geese pass overhead, and buffalo wander the floodplains as a rainbow settles over the wetlands.
Right in the heart of the Northern Territory, Yellow Water delivers unforgettable wildlife encounters and ever-changing skies, a true Kakadu highlight.
Book a Yellow Water Billabong Cruise today at the link in bio!
#kakadunationalpark #dokakadu #yellowwatercruise #yellowwaterbillabong #rainbow #ntwetseason
Incredible photo from @b.i.g.mag [IG]


