Metro Advance Apartments & Hotel

Hotels
8.6 (697 reviews)
55 Cavenagh Street , Darwin , au

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Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Helpful staff
Value for money
Cons:
Poor cleanliness
Dated room quality
Service issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.93
Some reviews mentioned poor cleanliness and outdated conditions.
Service
9.4
Generally positive mentions of helpful staff, despite some service issues.
Location
9.44
Great location near amenities and transport, easily accessible.
Room Quality
7.39
Mixed reviews; some rooms reported as dated and uncomfortable.
Amenities
7.92
Amenities were adequate, with some concerns about gym equipment and kitchen setup.
Value for Money
8.88
Value for money highlighted in several reviews, good deals for location.
Food and Beverage
8.93
No specific comments, considered standard for comparable hotels.
Overall Experience
8.9
Overall experience reflected mixed reviews but generally acceptable.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 02:13

Property Description

Central Location and Self-Contained Accommodation
Metro Advance Apartments & Hotel, centrally located, offers self-contained studios and apartments with kitchenettes or full kitchens. Enjoy free WiFi, a shaded pool, and on-site parking.

Convenience and Comfort
Choose between air-conditioned studios or apartments with laundry facilities. Relax with a cable TV and DVD player in every unit. Purchase breakfast packs on-site and enjoy the BBQ and laundry amenities.

Nearby Attractions
Just 2 km from Mindil Beach Sunset Markets and 12 km from Darwin Airport, our hotel is perfectly situated for exploring the vibrant city. Book now for a convenient and comfortable stay.

Important information:

Please inform the hotel if check-in is required after 22:00.

Please note that there is a 1.5% charge when you pay with a Visa or Mastercard credit card.
Please note that there is a 2.5% charge when you pay with an American Express or Diners

Please note that breakfast is offered at a nearby restaurant offsite.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: DRW

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for AUD 10 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for AUD 40 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.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs AUD 10 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 697 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.93
Service: 9.4
Location: 9.44
Room Quality: 7.39
Amenities: 7.92
Value for Money: 8.88
Food and Beverage: 8.93
Overall Experience: 8.9
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Mark • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Alex • couple • au
2
2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Brian • solo_traveller • au
7
If it had a good bed and the smoke alarm was moved I may have stay again.
Pros:

It was, close to a supermarket for goods. It is on the edge of the CBD so all is close. Nice staff.
Lots of food places near by or takeaways

Cons:

The kitchenet is nice as long as you don't set off the smoke alarm,,, set right above the toaster. ANY smoke from cooking has to go by the alarm. BUT to annoy you more there is a sign telling you if you cause the fire brigade to come YOU will be charged, So I did NOT have toast or cook . The bed was a 5/10 for comfort on one side and 3/10 on the other!
My other put off was the where the TV was set, you could only watch from the end of the bed or in bed.
That was my room. I do not want stay in it again!!!!!! Other rooms may be different???
Again a $10 per night parking off street car charge like most do now. It is a pity?

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Deb • couple • nz
7
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Tracy • family_with_children • au
10
Pros:

Staff were beautiful. Made our beds every day as part of the light service. So friendly. Pool is beautiful. Perfect location for us. 4th time we have stayed and we will go again.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Stuart • family_with_children • au
8
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Troy • family_with_children • au
9
Great location walking distance to woolies and city
Pros:

Location and secure parking

Cons:

None

2026-01-07 • via Nuitee
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Natalia • couple • au
10
2026-01-02 • via Nuitee
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Jeffers • couple • au
5
Was okay, but difficult to communicate with the weekend reception.
Pros:

Not too far walk, to shops, restaurant's, pub's etc

Cons:

Standing in the lift corridor and waiting over 10 minutes for the lift to arrive, and when it did, it continued past my floor level 2, without stopping. When finally got down, told the receptionist and her response was, "You have to swipe the lift card and press the floor you want" I said your not listening, I was outside the lift, awaiting its arrival.

2025-12-04 • via Nuitee
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Normand • couple • dk
8
2025-12-03 • via Nuitee
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Chishol • extended_group • au
10
Clean friendly and easily accessible.
Pros:

Every utility worked. Easy layout and quick service.

Cons:

...

2025-12-03 • via Nuitee
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Alexandra • extended_group • au
5
2025-12-01 • via Nuitee
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Joshua • solo_traveller • au
9
Value for money, great location.
Pros:

Value for money, big enough kitchen to self cater. Helpful staff.

Cons:

Gym is a bit old and worn out. Water pressure is a bit low.

2025-11-26 • via Nuitee
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Gitai • couple • au
7
Pros:

Room

Cons:

Television

2025-11-13 • via Nuitee
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hewage • couple • lk
1
2025-11-03 • via Nuitee
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I3924ODsuew • Friends getaway
2
Worst Hotel Ever
Pros:

Horrible !!! Checked into this Hotel in the evening. The street was unlit and very dark. The building was locked and no staff in sight. When finally opened there was one staff member to check in 20+ elderly people. The locals were milling around us and I felt very unsafe. The room was substandard to fit a 4 star rating. The room had a horrible odour and was old and looked tired. The ceiling fan over the bed was hanging out and very dangerous. There were no ammenities eg: tea/coffee/water/milk. The water jug was old and yellow. I would not recommend this Hotel. The photos on their website are not a true indication.
The area is very unsafe and I checked out that same night.

2025-10-21 • via Tripadvisor
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M7822USkarenm • NONE • Port Stephens, Greater Newcastle, New South Wales
8
Great value for money
Pros:

A great, affordable place to stay. Staff were great, the bed was comfy, the air-con worked well. I would stay here again.

2025-10-16 • via Tripadvisor
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Gordon • couple • au
10
2025-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Allan • couple • au
6
Comfortable but dated and too expensive for this level of accommodation.
Pros:

Location good & near supermarket. Daily housekeeping, Good security.

Cons:

Property was a bit dated. There was damage in the room that was more than just wear & tear - eg there was significant damage to the carpet in front of kitchen bench that should have been repaired. No banana lounges at pool - just seats. TV was too small - about half the size necessary for that sized lounge. The bathroom was dated and included stepping into a bath for the shower - no walk-in shower.

2025-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Kelly
8
Pros:

Friendly. Great location. Clean. Expensive to park car in carpark however.

2025-10-09 • via Nuitee