CLASSIC ROOM
Sleeps up toย 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 worldโs 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 Kakaduโs Northern attractions such as Ubirr, Cahills Crossing, Bowali and Arnhem land.
Sleeps up toย 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 andย 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 Hotelโperfect for a weekend getaway, cultural escape, or a base to explore Kakaduโs 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 โbush tuckerโ, 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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Choose your season, see what's available and email your itinerary to yourself!
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. Youโll 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.

๐ The world's oldest meteor shower peaks THIS Wednesday night.
The Lyrids have been watched by humans for over 2,700 years, and one of the best places in Australia to see them is right here in Kakadu.
No city glow. No light pollution. Just ancient skies over ancient Country.
Up to 20 meteors per hour. Peak viewing: after midnight, 22 April.
Book your last minute getaway right now - locals save 10% using promo code NTR when booking direct:
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Experience the extraordinary - Kakadu National Park, a dual-listed UNESCO World Heritage site unlike anything else on earth.
From canapรฉ cruises on Yellow Water Billabong to scenic flights over ancient escarpments, rock art cultural tours, and stargazing experiences under skies with zero light pollution, Kakadu delivers the kind of reward your team will remember for life.
Two incredible properties. One unforgettable destination.
๐จ Cooinda Lodge - Safari style Outback Retreats, luxurious Yellow Water Villas and lodge rooms
๐จ Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel, Jabiru - flexible function spaces for 25โ250 guests
Just 3 hours by road or 1 hour by charter flight from Darwin.
Learn more ๐ kakadutourism.com/specials/groups
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Congratulations! We have our Winner for week 1 of our Yellow Water Campground giveaway. And the winner is...
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You have won One large powered camping site for 2 nights at Yellow Water Campground (Valid for stays until 31 May 2026).
Bonus Runner Up Prize goes to @libby_bandim ๐๐ผ ๐๐ผ You have won a unpowered camping site for 2 nights at Yellow Water Campground (Valid for stays until 31 May 2026).
Week 2 of our giveaway is now open.
This weekโs question: what makes a great camp kitchen?
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THE PRIZE: One large powered camping site for 2 nights at Yellow Water Campground (Valid for stays until 31 May 2026).
RUNNER UP PRIZE: One unpowered camping site for 2 nights at Yellow Water Campground (Valid for stays until 31 May 2026).
One winner is drawn and announced every Wednesday. Enter this week before Tuesday 21 April at 11:59pm ACST and you could be our next winner ๐
This promotion is run by Kakadu Tourism and is in no way sponsored, endorsed, or administered by, or associated with Meta. The promotion runs across Facebook and Instagram. Entries from both platforms are combined into one weekly draw. The winner is selected by the promoter. Prize valid for stays until 31 May, 2026.
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We're giving away a free 2-night powered camping site at Yellow Water Campground - every single week for the next five weeks! ๐๏ธ๐
With the dry season just around the corner, there's never been a better time to start planning your Kakadu adventure. And we want to help make it happen.
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One winner is drawn and announced every Wednesday. Enter this week before Tuesday 14 April at 11:59pm ACST and you could be our first winner ๐
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๐ Taste of Kakadu | Saturday 23 May, 2026
On Saturday 23 May, Kakadu comes alive with one of the most unique festival experiences in Australia, the annual Karrimanjbekkan An-me Kakadu (Taste of Kakadu) Festival.
It's a day to slow down, eat well, and really connect with Country. Learn to weave and paint alongside Bininj artists. Try damper and fire-cooked fish. Discover the incredible flavour of Kakadu plum with a bush food workshop. Take a Bush Tucker Cruise on Yellow Water Billabong. Then end the evening with live music from Shellie Morris AO and Ego Lemos - two artists who tell stories of Country like no one else.
So much of the day's program is completely free with some workshops requiring you to register in advance).
If you're thinking about coming, don't wait on accommodation - it goes quickly for this one.
๐ See the full program and book your stay: kakadutourism.com/specials/taste-of-kakadu-festival
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