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The Cavenagh

3.5 star property
Motel with an outdoor pool, 10-minute walk to Darwin Waterfront

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Outdoor pool, free cabanas, pool umbrellas
Exterior
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Modern European cuisine
Reception

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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12 Cavenagh Street, Darwin, NT, 0800
  • Place, Smith Street Mall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, The Esplanade
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Darwin Waterfront
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Darwin, NT (DRW-Darwin Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Boutique Twin | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Boutique Twin

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Boutique King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(47 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Double Room, Pool View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Darwin

Located in Darwin City Centre, The Cavenagh is adjacent to Chung Wah Temple and within a 5-minute walk of Brown's Mart Theatre. This 80-room, 3.5-star motel has conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and an outdoor pool.
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What's nearby

  • Smith Street Mall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • The Esplanade - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Crocosaurus Cove - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Darwin Waterfront - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Darwin Convention Centre - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • East Arm Darwin Station - 17 min drive
  • Darwin International Airport (DRW) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Charlie's of Darwin - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Moorish Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ruby - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪City Pizza - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Cav - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Cavenagh

Motel with an outdoor pool, 10-minute walk to Darwin Waterfront
Guests of The Cavenagh enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and laundry facilities. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Additional amenities include an ATM and a vending machine.
32-inch flat-screen TVs offer entertainment. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and ironing boards are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Cavenagh

Things to do

  • Concerts/live shows
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Free pool cabanas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

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
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
All guests, including children, are required to present a valid government-issued ID card at check-in.
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

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:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Cavenagh Darwin
Cavenagh Hotel
Cavenagh Hotel Darwin
Cavenagh Motel Darwin
Cavenagh Motel
The Cavenagh Motel
The Cavenagh Darwin
The Cavenagh Motel Darwin

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Cavenagh?

The Cavenagh offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do around The Cavenagh?

This motel is situated in Darwin City Centre, just steps from Brown's Mart Theatre and Smith Street Mall, and within a short walk of Darwin Waterfront. You'll also find The Esplanade and Darwin Entertainment Centre less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at The Cavenagh?

No, this motel doesn't offer parking.

Does The Cavenagh have a casino at the property?

No, The Cavenagh doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Cavenagh?

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

Is The Cavenagh a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this motel, including an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at The Cavenagh?

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

Does The Cavenagh feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Cavenagh serves breakfast for a surcharge at The Cavenagh.

Will The Cavenagh allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Cavenagh.

Does The Cavenagh have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from The Cavenagh?

The closest major airport to The Cavenagh is Darwin International Airport (DRW), which is 7.5 mi away (13 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Cavenagh?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Cavenagh.

Reviews

The Cavenagh Reviews

7.8

Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 325 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 384 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 190 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 68 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

clyde

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Marianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I moved from a more expensive hotel to the Cav and I enjoyed the Cav more. While it might be a bit daggy and dated all the positives made up for it - It was more accessible to everything, Darwin's free buses just around the corner and exceptionally hospitable and friendly staff, and great live music in the late afternoon/early evening. I would not hesitate to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kris

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

JOANNE

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous position, short walk to waterfront & bus terminal. Venue perhaps a little 'tired' but pool area excellent, Rooms clean & well serviced. Staff amazing, very helpful & courteous, shout out to Joy-Joy receptionist & front of house for accommodation. Good live entertainment. Food good, menu could be updated.
Stayed 16 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well located, friendly staff, clean and tidy and surprisingly quiet apart from room doors and main security gate that bang closed quite loudly as guests come and go. I’d definitely stay here again. Good value for the price, too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Mathew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The rooms are a little dingy as they lack natural light, and the lighting is very dim. Rooms are tired but clean as are the remainder of the facilities. If you require car parking, hotel parking is limited so you will need to pay for on street parking. Location is good with many eateries close by or short walking distance. As I travel for work, this is sufficient, and I would stay here again. If you are expecting the hotel to look like the photo in the ad, you will be disappointed. Depending on the room you get (i.e. near the pool, it will be noisy as there is live music most nights and patron frequenting the bar and open dining area until around 10pm. I would suspect that the other side of the hotel would be less noisy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ji Hyun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Staff & service
Woman at reception was so friendly, helpful awesome! This is the most important thing feeling welcome and oriented in a new place she’s like a mother figure !
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place quiet after 9:30pm have already booked our stay for next year
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie White

Great location, friendly staff and nice pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay, had everything you could need. Live music and pub. Staff were wonderful and food at restaurant was delicious.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were fantastic- very friendly and had ideas of what to do on our trip to Darwin. Rooms were standard fair and clean. Great atmosphere around the pool with DJ and live music at different times
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Simon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and ambience
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, bar and bistro on site, walkable to the main attractions in the CBD .. no lift but staff offered to help with bags if I needed. Rooms are older but comfy bed, good shower and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

corrado

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Poor customer service

Hotel conducted noisy cleaning work in the early hours of the morning. stayed 3 nights.. got little sleep. Hotel bar was supposed to close at 10pm, never happened, loud noisy patrons still outside near the accomodation rooms till well past 11pm.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

kerry

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The Cavenagh is quite a big complex of rooms above a fairly busy bar (although it’s quiet at night unless on weekends!). My room wasn’t near the bar area so it was fine but i know other people had more issues if they were closer to the front of the building. My room had a skylight but no window but otherwise was a large, clean room with good en suite and effective air con. I wasn’t using the room during the day - i was at a conference nearby - so it was the perfect return for the cost. I probably wouldn’t stay there for a romantic break but if you just need somewhere cheap, safe and clean to stay then it is great!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great pub food and music
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Prabhath

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025