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Darwin’s Best Kept Secret: Why Now Is the Time to Visit — from Your Base at H on Mitchell

When you stay at H on Mitchell Apartment Hotel, you're not just in Darwin — you're at the doorstep of a season that locals have long whispered about: the Best Kept Season. positions September through April as the Territory’s most vibrant period — a time when the Top End reveals its hidden rhythms, quieter corners, and surprising highlights.

Let’s explore how your visit during this “secret season” can transform your Darwin experience.

What Is the “Best Kept Season”?

Traditionally, September to April has been considered a quieter, off-peak period for much of the Northern Territory is re-framing that perception — calling it the Best Kept Season — because this is when the Territory truly comes alive, just under the radar.

Key pillars of the campaign include:

• More value, fewer crowds — better deals and more space to breathe.
• Dramatic seasonal expressions — waterfalls flowing, skies shifting, sensory surprises.
• Authentic local insight — the very secrets that locals treasure, now shared for visitors to discover.

By staying at H on Mitchell during this season, you’re perfectly placed to experience Darwin in a more intimate, less hurried way.

Darwin is about to rev up with adrenaline as the FIM Motocross World Championship (MXGP) makes its return to Darwin— and it’s all happening right here in the Northern Territory! From September 2026, Darwin will host the MXGP of Australia at the iconic Hidden Valley Motorsports Complex, and H on Mitchell Apartment Hotel is the perfect base for your stay.

Whether you're on a romantic trip away to Darwin with your significant other, are away with friends, want the kids to have an unforgettable experience or are just a nature fiend, there is no better escape than spending a day (or few) at Crab Claw Island.

One of the most notable aspects of Darwin in the wet season is the stunning displays of lightning that can be seen throughout the area. The storms that roll in during this time are truly a sight to behold, with lightning striking both on the horizon and directly overhead. While the rain can be intense at times, it's worth braving the elements to witness these natural spectacles.

The Top End of Australia is a region renowned for its natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and vibrant communities. Located at the northernmost tip of the continent, it's a place where the Outback meets the sea, creating a unique and captivating landscape that has fascinated travellers for generations. The H on Mitchell Hotel, nestled in the heart of this captivating region, is bringing the Top End's splendour to its guests in a way that's both striking and immersive, through a remarkable collaboration with local photographer Louise Denton.