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Darwin Esplanade Central

3.0 star property

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A modern lobby with a seating area, a large window, and a wall with motivational quotes.
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A modern elevator area with three elevators, a reception desk, and a floor plan sign on the wall.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a tiled deck, surrounded by palm trees and a multi-story building.
One Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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88 The Esplanade, Darwin, NT, 0800
  • Place, The Esplanade
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Smith Street Mall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Darwin Waterfront
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Darwin, NT (DRW-Darwin Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a headboard, and a window with curtains.

Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a headboard, and a window with curtains.

One Bedroom Apartment

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Darwin

Located in Darwin City Centre, Darwin Esplanade Central is next to The Esplanade and Bicentennial Park. The 30 rooms at this 3-star aparthotel include coffee makers, LCD TVs, and free tea bags/instant coffee.
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What's nearby

  • The Esplanade - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Smith Street Mall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Darwin Entertainment Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Darwin Waterfront - 16 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Darwin Convention Centre - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • East Arm Darwin Station - 28 min drive
  • Darwin International Airport (DRW) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lost Arc - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Nonna Dumplings - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Monsoons Darwin - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Tap on Mitchell - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Shenannigans - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Darwin Esplanade Central

Guests of Darwin Esplanade Central enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and express check-in. Self parking is available for AUD 30 per night. Front-desk staff can help secure valuables, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Additional amenities include express check-out, laundry facilities, and a vending machine.
Each apartment is air-conditioned and has an array of amenities, including a coffee maker, free tea bags/instant coffee, and an ironing board. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels. The bathroom offers hair dryers and free toiletries. Each apartment also includes a wardrobe or closet. Weekly housekeeping is available.
Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • WiFi in public areas is free with a 1-device limit

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (AUD 30 per night)

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Weekly housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a metro station

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 30 units
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Towels (changed on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; 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
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 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), lockbox

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Self parking fee: AUD 30 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent

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

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 6:30 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Free WiFi in public areas has a 1-device limit.

Property is also known as

Darwin Esplanade Central Darwin
Darwin Esplanade Central Aparthotel
Darwin Esplanade Central Aparthotel Darwin

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Darwin Esplanade Central?

Darwin Esplanade Central provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see around Darwin Esplanade Central?

This aparthotel is situated in Darwin City Centre, just steps from The Esplanade and Lyons Cottage, and within a short walk of Darwin Entertainment Centre. You'll also find Darwin Waterfront and Mindil Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Darwin Esplanade Central?

Yes, parking is offered for AUD 30 per night.

Does Darwin Esplanade Central include a casino on the premises?

No, Darwin Esplanade Central doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Darwin Esplanade Central?

No, this aparthotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 6:30 AM and 9:00 PM.

Does Darwin Esplanade Central have a hot tub?

No, this aparthotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Darwin Esplanade Central have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Darwin Esplanade Central doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Darwin Esplanade Central allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Darwin Esplanade Central though service animals are welcome.

Does Darwin Esplanade Central have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this aparthotel.

How close is the airport from Darwin Esplanade Central?

The closest major airport to Darwin Esplanade Central is Darwin International Airport (DRW), which is 8 mi away (20 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Darwin Esplanade Central?

No, there aren't any apartments with balconies at Darwin Esplanade Central.

Darwin Esplanade Central Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 25 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent service and very friendly. Will definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very close to the city center and lots of good bars and restaurants. Friendly and courteous staff and management. A great place to stay in Darwin.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness
The position was great, near the Esplanade view but also convenient to shopping and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Location and facilities were ideal for my purposes.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The Hotel and the property grounds were very well kept. The Hotel is in an excellent location closed to shopping and dining options.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Welcoming staff, very helpful and easy to converse with….room was great for the price…bed comfortable and linen was clean…very happy with my stay and will stay again and recommend to anyone to stay here….
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Ronald J

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Darwin

Good sized room in central location
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

IVY

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness
Their sheets smell like they haven't been washed for a long time, and the wardrobe is not clean. The most important thing is that their employees broke into my room without permission, which scared me very much, but there was no compensation. They just said a simple sorry to me.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Paul

Does the job but that’s it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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6/10 Okay

Gregory

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
No beds made or clean t ok wels for 5 days .
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

joshua

no windows, bad ventilation, old fittings, furniture and carpet, grumpy staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lynn

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Run-down, needs refreshing. Wi-If is very erratic.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very convenient and good choice for the city. Some bathroom features are a little tired but overall, rooms are large, you can use the Mantra pool and access to the Esplanade is great. Desk service was great: stored my luggage and gave me a towel so I could swim until checkin/room was ready. Desk staff friendly. Delighted to have a bath with my room. Some bowls and cutlery in studio rooms would be great. But otherwise, a good deal.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Axel

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
The Hotel rooms are very dated, in partoicular the bathrooms. Curtains were off the rails, some of the sliders were broken. The shower/bathtub is slippery and the taps and shower head are really old. I would rate it as a 3 level Hotel and by far too expensive for what you get.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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6/10 Okay

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
No microwave or toaster or crockery and cutlery
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Axel

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Unfortunately the room we were in was very dated, especially the bathroom. It looks like it's from the sixties and never been renovated. The curtains hade partially come out of their tracks, due to damaged sliders. The lady at reception was very helpful and kind but totally overworked. She was part of the cleening team and therefore not available when needed. For what we got we feel the room was way too expensive.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Excellent hotel I will stay there next time I’m in town good location, very obliging staff
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Ben

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Unchalee

Liked: Communication
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023