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Tropical River Hotel

Property class: 3

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A rectangular swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by a brick walkway and palm trees.
A table with various items including a water dispenser, plates of snacks, and a cutting board.
A table with a plate of food, a coffee cup, and numbered chairs.
A hotel with multiple floors, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
A hotel room with a bed, a small kitchenette, a TV mounted on the wall, and a plant on the table.

Reviews

5.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
The current price is AU$186
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept

Explore the area

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50 Giles St, Katherine, NT, 0850
  • Place, School of the Air
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Djilpin Arts
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, MiMi Aboriginal Art & Craft
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, Katherine, NT (KTR-Tindal)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Premium Double or Twin Room, Resort View

A bathroom with a wooden countertop, a white sink, a mirror, a towel rack, and a potted plant.

Premium Double or Twin Room, Resort View

  • Resort view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Family Double or Twin Room, Garden View

A bathroom with a wooden countertop, a white sink, a mirror, a towel rack, and a potted plant.

Family Double or Twin Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Executive Suite, Garden View

A bathroom with a wooden countertop, a white sink, a mirror, a towel rack, and a potted plant.

Executive Suite, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Futon

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Garden View

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a table, and a wardrobe.

Deluxe Double Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Garden View

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a small table with a plant.

Standard Double Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Katherine

At Tropical River Hotel you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of School of the Air and Katherine Public Art & Craft Galley. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and in-room kitchens. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3-property class Katherine hotel include Springvale Homestead and Djilpin Arts.

What's nearby

  • School of the Air - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Railway Museum & Stream Train - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Djilpin Arts - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • MiMi Aboriginal Art & Craft - 1 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Katherine Hospital - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Katherine Station - 10 min drive
  • Katherine, NT (KTR-Tindal) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Maidens Lane - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Regent Court - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Club - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Finch Cafe - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Tropical River Hotel

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Meeting rooms and coworking spaces are available. An outdoor pool, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities are also featured at Tropical River Hotel. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Katherine hotel.

  • 62 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Tropical River Hotel offers 62 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodation at this 3-star hotel has kitchens with microwaves, separate dining areas and kitchenware and utensils.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Free uncovered extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: AUD 20 for adults and AUD 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Art gallery
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Children's books
  • High chair
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Stroller

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Sign language-capable staff
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen
  • Meal delivery service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime

Early check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Late check-out subject to availability

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:30 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: AUD 15 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

American ExpressDiners ClubDiscoverJCB InternationalMastercardVisa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately AUD 20 for adults and from AUD 15 for children
  • Pet fee: AUD 15 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • Pool access is available 24 hours a day.

Property is also known as

Tropical River Hotel Hotel

Tropical River Hotel Katherine

Tropical River Hotel Hotel Katherine

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Tropical River Hotel?

Yep, Tropical River Hotel has a free self car park, free extended parking and free RV/bus/truck parking.

How much does it cost to stay at Tropical River Hotel?

As of 20 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tropical River Hotel on 21 Sept 2026 start from AU$186, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Tropical River Hotel have a pool?

Tropical River Hotel has an outdoor pool. The pool is open 24 hours.

What makes Tropical River Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and a champagne service, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Tropical River Hotel.

Is Tropical River Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and children's books in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Tropical River Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Tropical River Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Tropical River Hotel?

No, Tropical River Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Tropical River Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Tropical River Hotel?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Tropical River Hotel Reviews

Reviews

5.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 37 reviews

4.8/10

Cleanliness

5.2/10

Staff & service

4.4/10

Amenities

4.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
No milk in fridge and wifi did not work and restaurant closed,room was comfortable though
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Paul

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel no bar and no restaurant as advertised
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Preston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay as it is near the town and not far from the Gorge. Staff was awesome and allowed me tlo check in early.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place when arrived to check in at 2pm it was closed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean but needs a lot of attention. The paint is peeling, the toaster didn't work, no dinner plates, not enough cutlery in the room we stayed in. The website advertised free wifi in the room but is not. The website also advertised a restaurant. That is closed so no meals at all except for junk food vending machines.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Robert

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Obviously, the breakfast buffet doesn’t exist, although it was included in our booking. The general presentation of the premises and our room was less than desirable. The representation of “resort view” was simply the car park. Maybe look elsewhere…
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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2/10 Terrible

SIAN

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If i could attach photos i would. Staff rude It was more like an indigenous camp No hot water or milk for coffee. Place was filthy with cigarette nuts and blood sprayed across balcony. Thousands of bugs in bed. But bed was comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cao Thang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The receptionist is very friendly, he helped me with the luggage. Room is comfortable and clean, they have a big front yard with beautiful view. The location is not far from town but enough to be quiet at night, they also have electric gate for security. You could have breakfast buffet with the discount price 15$.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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6/10 Okay

Fiona

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Were told no breakfast even though booked through Expedia.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Abbey

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unorganised, dirty, wrong room didn’t stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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4/10 Poor

Yvonne

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’m not sure if they cleaned the room before we arrived. There was soap and opened shampoo bottles left in the shower still.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Garry

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They tried to put our 3 guests into a single room and then said it was our fault for not understanding the website
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Pauline

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Single blanket made up on queen bed- looked hilarious! Curtains barely covered window space when stretched out flat, allowed light in big time. Piles of furniture and rubbish everywhere, very unkempt outside areas. Noisy AC, freezer hardly froze ice bricks, the list does go on and on
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Jennifer

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cheap and nasty

We had low expectations and we were still disappointed
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Deb

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Unit was dirty. Accommodation was run down. There were not enough eating utensils and drink ware for two people. How can you wash up what you use when there is not even a plug for the sink or a tea towel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Gary

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had booked and paid for 2 nights with breakfast but upon seeing the room I raised my concerns with the manager as I was then told to leave the premises as he would not let me stay in any rooms of his. I want a complete refund
Mould
Dining Room
Exterior view units
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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4/10 Poor

Chris

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well, its first impressions that count most !! Drove into the resort and thought fk me its a dump, litter and rubbish visible etc. The "recepion" sic area was no better, all very poorly rundown etc. The pool ? Yeah nah not today The restaurant ? Closed The coffee shop ? Closed The guest laundry ? Rubbish and non operating machines Other guests ? Was interesting being verballed by a drunk angry local at 7.00 AM on xmas day. The room was actually clean and kind of renovated. Memo from this time - dont always trust the photos !!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Ivan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It would have been really good to have a shower and a coffee after a 600 km drive but unfortunately there was no milk for coffee and no soap for a shower I dont think that has ever happened to me before not ever in a $100 hotel never mind paying $200 for this experience
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ananais

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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6/10 Okay

Anne

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Christian

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Azariah

Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ananais

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Steve

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026