DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin

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Doubletree by Hilton
8.2 (838 reviews)
116 The Esplanade , Darwin , au

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Comfortable beds
Good breakfast
Welcoming staff
Cons:
Noisy construction
Inconsistent room service
Limited hot water

Categories

Cleanliness
7.91
The room was clean but lacked ambiance; cleanliness perceived as standard.
Service
8.88
Staff were very welcoming and helpful, but some issues with room service and staff responsiveness noted.
Location
8.92
Close to required areas and convenient for dining options nearby.
Room Quality
7.87
Comfortable beds but issues with room services and amenities noted.
Amenities
8.4
Great amenities like coffee pods and pleasant pool and gym, but food service was disappointing.
Value for Money
7.86
Perceived as overpriced due to ongoing renovations and overall experience
Food and Beverage
7.41
Room service food was inconsistent and not always correct; breakfast quality was good according to some.
Overall Experience
8.38
Some enjoyable aspects but overshadowed by significant issues affecting stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 04:11

Property Description

Refurbished Rooms and Tropical Gardens
Experience the comfort of air-conditioned rooms at DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin, each uniquely designed with a touch of the Northern Territory's color palette. Enjoy the lush tropical gardens surrounding the property, providing a serene atmosphere for your stay.

On-Site Dining and Poolside Relaxation
Savor delicious meals at Aqua Restaurant while taking in the picturesque pool views. Unwind with a refreshing drink at the poolside bar or take a dip in the large outdoor swimming pool. The perfect way to relax and rejuvenate during your stay.

Central Location with Stunning Views
Conveniently situated in the heart of Darwin, our hotel offers breathtaking parkland and ocean views. Explore the nearby Mitchell Street for dining and entertainment options, or take a short drive to Darwin Harbour. Don't miss out on the vibrant Mindil Beach Markets just 3 km away. Book your stay now at DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin for a memorable experience!

Important information:

Please note that a 1.7% surcharge applies for payments with credit card.
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Our hotel is undergoing an exterior renovation to enhance its appearance. You may see scaffolding during this time, and we appreciate your patience as we work to create a more comfortable and enjoyable space for you.
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The hotel will be undergoing exterior renovations August 27, 2025 - May 31, 2026. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: DRW

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People 2 years old and over stay for AUD 50 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and costs AUD 9.95 per 24 hours.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 838 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.91
Service: 8.88
Location: 8.92
Room Quality: 7.87
Amenities: 8.4
Value for Money: 7.86
Food and Beverage: 7.41
Overall Experience: 8.38
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Raymond • solo_traveller • au
7
Pros:

Location, cleanliness, pool.

Cons:

Under construction, hidden in fine print.
Breakfast items poorly re stocked during service.
Pool bar consistently out of stock.

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Jenny • couple • au
9
Enjoyed our stay, very comfortable
Pros:

The room was excellent, pool was lovely but too cool for us being Territorians. Restaurant atmosphere was great being by the pool side.

Cons:

As I booked an extra night I thought the staff could have helped by offering a better price. $390 for the same room I booked through Bookings.com for $220/night was a bit extreme, I thought but needed to stay for unforseen medical appointments.

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Colin • couple • au
1
Very disappointed
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Room was not ready at allocated time, had to find another room. Our travelling companions were able to access rooms 3 hours earlier. We were not told the hotel was under major refurbishment, basically a construction site with jackhammers above our room

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Lorraine • couple • au
8
2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Luke • couple • au
1
Was like living in a construction site
Pros:

The pool

Cons:

The construction site every day all day jackhammering Crane movement people, yelling, hammers, banging sauce, going even the mess that was out the front. I walked out the front and nearly stood on screws poking through a timber just shit laying around everywhere.

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Kay Peter • solo_traveller • de
2
2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Modestah • couple • au
7
Fair stay
Pros:

Breakfast was very basic

Cons:

All i can say is that renovations are necessary.
Place looks very tired and worn down.

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Yoshiyuki • solo_traveller • jp
10
2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Valerie • couple • gb
1
The worst I have experienced ever
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

The hotel is being extensively rebuilt and should not be open to guests. They and the reception staff are being subjected to dangerous pollution - extremely loud persistent noise for extended periods and building dust which contravene health and safety regulations. The workmen often wore no ear protection and guests could only enter the hotel up a makeshift ramp which was often being covered in a spray of dust and liquids from the building works. The windows are covered in scaffolding with men working on them which is completely unacceptable. The present situation is dangerous and neither guests, nor staff should be subjected to this.

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Margaret • solo_traveller • nz
9
Pros:

Bedside lighting was great. Great room.

Cons:

Construction outside the rooms.

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Cassandra • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Valerie • couple • gb
1
Truly dreadful
Pros:

The hotel is undergoing a massive rebuild and should not have been taking any bookings as the noise of the building works was dangerously high, the air was polluted with dust, the access to the hotel was via makeshift ramps and the windows were covered in scaffolding on which men were working. We were given an upgrade when I complained but this did not overcome the major problems

Cons:

See above. Staff are being subjected to serious noise damage and constant complaints from staff due to appalling circumstances that the Hilton have placed both their paying guests and workers. It is the worst stay I have experienced for many years of travelling

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Bec Roberts • solo_traveller • au
3
What a shamozzle
Pros:

The front of house staff, eg checkin were excellent. There was so much wrong with our stay and they tried so hard to make us more comfortable.

Cons:

Where do I start?
Major Reno's in progress and absolutely no communication to advise of this. The noise levels were unbearable in our room so we asked to be moved. Thankfully we were moved and noise levels were a little more bearable but housekeeping deficiencies meant we had to request towels for 2 days, cobwebs , dirty windows, remote controls with flat batteries, bathroom door that was faulty and I got locked in! Wait staff in restaurant and bar severely lacking. There's so much more to tell!

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Ben • extended_group • au
10
Will definitely be back, thank you to Erica for your warm welcome. It made our whole trip to Darwin
Pros:

I absolutely loved staying here. The service we got from Erica on check in was exceptional. She made us feel so welcome and gave us such great recommendations for Darwin that we decided to extend our stay an extra night. I have travelled all over the world and the service and care I received really stood out. We will definitely be back!

Cons:

There was some renovations but I honestly didn't feel that it impacted our experience. The hotel interiors and facilities exceeded my expectations

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Danielle • couple • au
8
2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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kathleen • couple • au
10
Pros:

Location very helpful staff great pool

Cons:

Doing renovations at the time of our stay but know nothing they could do about that

2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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Kylie • couple • au
6
Excellent
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Dee • couple • au
10
Everything it was fabulous
Pros:

Everything it was fabulous

Cons:

Everything it was fabulous

2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Leanne • extended_group • au
10
Perfect one night stopover after disembarking The Ghan and travelling onto Broome
Pros:

Cleanliness, pool, able to order and eat dinner by the pool whilst still in bathers 😎

Cons:

Construction and half finished look. Stayed here 2 years ago and it was under construction then too

2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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kmich • family_with_children • au
10
A 'near to perfect' place to vacation at! Definitely recommend DoubleTree Hilton Accommodation!
Pros:

The room was open, spacious and very clean. The amenities were plentiful and the room was serviced every day! The pool was sparkling clean and very inviting, and the area had plenty of outdoor lounges. The full buffet breakfast was amazing, with everything you could want being available, even a waffle and a pancake machine to make your own fresh!!!!

Cons:

There was nothing NOT to like about this accommodation!!!!!!

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee