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Capricornia Motel

2.5 star property

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Terrace/patio
A large grey dog sitting on a wooden table in an indoor setting.
A bathroom with white tiles, a shower with a glass door, a sink with a mirror above it, and a towel rack.
Exterior
Family Room | Iron/ironing board (on request), bed sheets

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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3 Kellaway Street, Fannie Bay, NT, 0820
  • Place, George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Mindil Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Darwin, NT (DRW-Darwin Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Room | Iron/ironing board (on request), bed sheets

Family Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board (on request), bed sheets

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Darwin

Located in Fannie Bay, Capricornia Motel is within a 10-minute stroll of sights such as George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens and Darwin Harbour. The 39 rooms at this motel include refrigerators, coffee makers, and TVs.
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What's nearby

  • George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Parap Village Markets - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Fannie Bay Race Course - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Mindil Beach - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • East Arm Darwin Station - 17 min drive
  • Darwin International Airport (DRW) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Darwin Ski Club - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Buff Club - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Frying Nemo - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Yogi's Way - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Saltwater - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Capricornia Motel

An outdoor pool, a business center, and a computer station are featured at Capricornia Motel. Free offsite parking is included with your stay. Staff members can answer questions about accommodations, and also provide front-desk service during limited hours. Additional amenities include laundry facilities and barbecue grills.
For entertainment, guests can enjoy TVs. Refrigerators and coffee makers are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Limited onsite parking

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 7 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free nearby parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of Capricornia Motel?

This motel is situated in Fannie Bay within a 10-minute walk of George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens, Darwin Harbour, and 24HR Art. You'll also find Mindil Beach and Darwin Waterfront within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Capricornia Motel?

As of Jul 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Capricornia Motel on Aug 7, 2026 start from $113, 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.

Is there parking available at Capricornia Motel?

Yes, though parking is limited parking.

Does Capricornia Motel feature a casino on the premises?

No, Capricornia Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Capricornia Motel?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Does Capricornia Motel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Capricornia Motel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Capricornia Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Capricornia Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Yes, pets stay free at Capricornia Motel.

Does Capricornia Motel have connecting rooms available?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Capricornia Motel?

The closest major airport to Capricornia Motel is Darwin International Airport (DRW), which is 6.3 mi away (11 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Capricornia Motel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Capricornia Motel.

Capricornia Motel Reviews

Reviews

5.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 352 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 77 out of 352 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 352 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 352 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 86 out of 352 reviews

5.6/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

4.4/10

Amenities

4.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just love staying at Capricorna
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jodie

Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Syed Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff and service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stays 💖
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a great stay and the staff were great, very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kelvin

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No frills, not modern, but has air conditioning, warm shower, and a clean bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great value for price. Very helpful and friendly staff, great area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Warwick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My mate Alan enjoyed his stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
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8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Budget friendly, very basic, friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
East budget motel . Close to everything . Would stay again .
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lyndon

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Having 3 dogs, we would eventually like a ground floor room for once
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good thank you
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Older back packer type accomadation, clean but old, but priced well. When on a budget good accomadation
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Owner/Manager was extremely helpful when our flight got delayed past the opening hours!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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6/10 Okay

Geniene

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Close to bowls club and yacht club at fannie bay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
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6/10 Okay

Chris

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here 15 yrs ago. Its aged badly sunce then and has that "run down" look and feel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ivan

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is old but maintened well. The only issue was cockroaches, but hard to manage in Darwin & not unreasonable to see some. Owner/Manager helpful and accommodating. Good value for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Coert

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Good, cheap, friendly.

Very nice. Cheap. Friendly manager. I am happy with the rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hilary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They accommodated my very late arrival, my room was clean, modern with everything I needed and the managers were friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a very pleasant stay at this motel. The owner is a very lovely helpful man. I felt comfortable as soon as I got there. I had a great nights sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Kylie

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff/owners, shower completely unusable due to mould. Booked as a stay before red-eye flight, not suitable at all. Lovely staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janeeta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's very very convenient for me now my missus and kids are gone
Verified

4/10 Poor

Damian

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not a good place all round. Good shower though.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tina L

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean sheets and towels. Staff trustworthy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Scott

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Pretty much what I expected after reading reviews. Nothing flash but serves a purpose- room itself was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025