Skycity Darwin
http://www.orbitz.com/hotel/Australia--NT/Darwin/Skycity_Darwin.h331493/
Hotel Overview
Much prefer to stay here. I like
Much prefer to stay here. I like the iPhone/iPod docking station in the room. This is one of the...
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Anonymous
- Jun 19, 2011
We have stayed at this hotel a
We have stayed at this hotel a number of times now and will continue to do so. The hotel staff are...
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Anonymous
- Dec 13, 2010
Skycity Darwin Rooms
- Superior Rooms
- These spacious rooms are located on our ground floor with king & twin bed configurations, featuring Japanese inspired spa-bath bathrooms with separate corner showers. Private patio areas extend onto the tropical gardens.
- Deluxe Rooms
- Deluxe rooms come in a variety of bedding configurations options to suit all guests. These spacious rooms include amenities such as tea & coffee making facilities, iron, safes and more. All rooms have private balconies.
- One Bedroom Suite
- These suites feature a spacious bar & lounge area separate from the king size bedroom & luxurious marble bathroom featuring a double corner spa bath, corner shower & basin area. The private balcony overlooks the hotels lush tropical grounds.
Amenities
- Wireless internet
- FREE parking
- Outdoor pool
- No smoking rooms/facilities
- General
- No smoking rooms/facilities
- Concierge
- Elevators
- Activities
- Outdoor pool
- Fitness center or spa
- Casino
- Golf
- Tennis
- Dining
- Bar/Lounge
- Restaurant
- 24 hour room service
- Services
- Business center
- Laundry service
- Safe deposit box
- Tour desk
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Conference facilities
- Doctor on call
- Gift shop
- Currency exchange
- Internet
- Wireless internet
- Parking
- FREE parking
Hotel Map
- Area served
- Darwin.
- Nearby airports
- Darwin International Airport.
- Area description
- Spectacularly set amongst 18 acres of lush tropical gardens, with many tropical plants and animals typical to the Northern Territory such as giant goannas, beautiful birds and green tree frogs.
Nearby points of interest
- SKYCITY Darwin: 0 mi
- Darwin Chinatown: 1.1 mi
- Fannie Bay: 1.6 mi
Dining
- Dragon Court
- Dragon Court Restaurant prides itself on a true Asian experience of the highest quality. Let our master chefs create for you the true taste of Asia and beyond. Impeccable service, elegant dcor and an extensive wine list are some of the features that complement the unequalled cuisine. Be tempted by signature dishes such as shark fin soup and barbecue duck from our a la carte menu, or indulge in a variety of dishes with one of our mouth-watering banquets.
- Sunset Restaurant
- Overlooking the magnificent SKYCITY Darwin infinity pool and with floor to ceiling windows for perfect sunset views, Sunset Restaurant is Darwin's favourite buffet restaurant. Dine in air-conditioned comfort or on the Sunset balcony overlooking Mindil Beach. There's something to tempt every taste bud, with a variety of fresh fruits, yoghurts, cereals, hot options and pastries for breakfast. For lunch, there are salads, succulent roasts, international cuisine and decadent ice cream desserts. Fresh seafood is a highlight of our dinner buffet. Beverage options include juice at breakfast, bottomless soft drinks and hot beverages plus an extensive cocktail and wine list. Espresso coffee is now available.
- Evoo
- SKYCITY Darwin's premier dining experience, Evoo takes its name from the initials of Extra Virgin Olive Oil, a symbol of the very highest level of contemporary cuisine. Evoo has recently been awarded the Northern Territory's Best Restaurant, Best Fine Dining Restaurant and Best Hotel Restaurant in the prestigious Gold Plate Awards for 2010. The outstanding menu combines Australian and Mediterranean influences with a touch of Eastern flavours, and changes regularly to take advantage of the freshest available seasonal seafood and produce. An extensive wine list offers the best of Australian and international wines to complement the dining experience. A dgustation menu offers the ultimate taste of Evoo, featuring seven exquisite courses expertly matched with wine.
- il Piatto
- We invite you to experience the true taste of Italy at il Piatto, recent winner in the Gold Plate Awards' category of Best New Restaurant. Translating as 'the plate' il Piatto welcomes guests for lunch and dinner every day. The diverse menu showcases the best of ingredients cooked to the traditions of ancient Italy. All of the pastas, breads and pizza doughs are hand made fresh, as are the selection of delicious desserts - even ice creams and sorbets - and organic ingredients are used wherever possible. The restaurant's location on the Mindil Beach side of the casino building provides a stunning view of the ocean, perfect for enjoying a meal with friends, a glass of wine and the magnificent sunsets. The view from inside is just as impressive, with a show kitchen revealing the usually secret workings of the chefs.
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1400
- Check-out:
- 1100
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel and not by Orbitz
Guest Reviews (38)
Ratings and reviews for Skycity Darwin
- All travelers (38) 4.7 / 5
- Couples (1) 3 / 5
- Amenities:
- 4.5
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.6
- Hotel staff:
- 4.4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 4.3
- Value:
- 3.8
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Much prefer to stay here. I like
Much prefer to stay here. I like the iPhone/iPod docking station in the room. This is one of the better hotels for Darwin, it is away from the noisy back packers, and is recently renovated.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- No rating
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Kezzer
Looking a bit tired by today's standard
We stayed in the hotel 6 years ago. But it has lost much of its gloss, looking more like a motel than a supposed 5 star hotel. Our room must have had the worst view in the complex ... looking over a canvas covered mound of dirt. No view of the sea or city. The buffet meals were ok though and good value. Of course the Casino as part of the hotel was convenient for a flutter. Management will lose returning customers in our opinion, unless they treat all their customers with the room standards they expect. We won't be staying there again.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 2
- Value:
- 2
Entertainment tip:
Short drive from hotel
Unless you wish to play in the Casino, we suggest you stay in the city centre with the convenience of walking to all attractions and views of the city and sea.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Pretty dissapointing run down
Pretty dissapointing run down place. I was expecting something better from the photos.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- No rating
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
johannes
service at the hotelpart of the
service at the hotelpart of the resort is great. In the casinopart service is very bad. Staf is only focussed on clients from outside the hotel, outside dining almost not possible because of private functions and weddings. Focus has to be on houseguests!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 2
- Room comfort:
- No rating
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
JULIE
Skycity Darwin is in a great location
Skycity Darwin is in a great location on the beach and the best thing about the hotel is the swimming pool and adjoining area. The rooms/accommodation is very tired and frankly very poor for a so called '5 star' hotel!! Finally it is always freezing anywhere indoors.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- No rating
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 2
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
If you normally stay at a 4* hotel
If you normally stay at a 4* hotel then this definitely is not what you would expect it is more 2*. Our first room - which had been updated - was only Standard although we had paid an extra premium for a Superior Ocean View. Our view of the Ocean was OK if you had tunnel vision!! After waiting 2 days to change room the next had an excellent Ocean View and had not been updated but was better. The coffee shop is just a bar downstairs in the Casino so not somewhere you would want to stay too long in and the main eaterie is buffet style for Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner. There are two other restaurants but we did not try these. The hotel is situated outside central Darwin so you need to take a taxi or the Hotel shuttle everytime to go in so the hotel tends to have the monopoly when it comes to eating. The staff were very nice and do a good job. The owners of this property should try and concentrate on getting this Hotel up to standard instead of just relying profits from the Casino.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- No rating
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 2
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Peter
Will stay again. Ocean View Room
Will stay again. Ocean View Room was comfortable and convenient. Hotel starting to look a bit tired. Renovations certainly due. Great pool, good resturaunts on site. Golf and Tennis facilities a plus.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- No rating
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Paul
Staff very good eg concierge,
Staff very good eg concierge, reception - helpful re tour checking. Pool bar quite often unattended. Need more sunlounges around the stunning pool. Gym only modest. Good coffee at Aqua - liked the fishtank. Does air cond in room have override to switch off overnight? Specify where the hotel shuttle drops off / collects in CBD.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- No rating
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
John
I thought it was okay but not
I thought it was okay but not great for a supposedly five star rating, they ordered my airport taxi for the wrong night and woke me up at midnight to find that out, reception staff average and not friendly, room was clean and spacious, nicely appointed but hotel overall a bit tired and dated, location was hopeless, it may be near the beach (which never had anyone on it!!) but not near anything else, they did have free shuttle into Darwin which helped but you felt quite isolated.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- No rating
- Location:
- 2
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Anonymous
Stayed in the 1 bedroom suite.
Stayed in the 1 bedroom suite. Room was pretty good/spacious - but had a few issues. Biggest complaint though was the 'supposed' heated pool which by global standards was not heated - and was in fact far to cold to swim in for majority of our stay (except for one day when it was very hot). It was set to bone chilling 22-23 degrees - wheras upon searching internet found that heated pools should normally be around 27-28 degrees (27 for lap pool, 28 for recreational use). This was pretty annoying as coming from cold climate (Melbourne) we were really looking forward to swimming - one of the reasons we chose this place over others was it being advertised as having 'largest heated pool in darwin' (which was very misleading as pool would have been this temp without any heating). Staff were quite unwilling to do anything about this - and noticed pretty much nobody was using pool while we were there. Also internet very poor - unable to use it for Skype calls.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- No rating
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Garry
I was there at peak season in
I was there at peak season in Darwin, mid Winter, and their pricing was exceptional for the time of year.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- No rating
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
