Novotel Darwin Airport

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Novotel
7.7 (2084 reviews)
2 Sir Norman Brearly Drive , Darwin , au
+61889207800

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Nice pool area
Friendly staff
Cons:
Inconsistent service
Poor room cleanliness
Outdated rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
6.88
Room 310 was not cleaned properly and lacked basic amenities.
Service
7.85
Service quality varied, some staff displayed a friendly disposition.
Location
8.89
Convenient location close to the airport.
Room Quality
6.84
Rooms are outdated with inadequate amenities.
Amenities
7.37
Facilities such as the pool were acceptable, but lacking in some standard hotel offerings.
Value for Money
7.33
Overall good stay but should be priced lower for the condition of the rooms.
Food and Beverage
8.38
Buffet meals received positive feedback, though restaurant service had some issues.
Overall Experience
8.05
A mixture of positive experiences with some notable drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 18:57

Property Description

Luxurious Poolside Experience

Guests can enjoy a drink or meal by the pool at Novotel Darwin Airport. Located only 250 metres from Darwin Airport, it offers free airport transfers and free cable TV.

Modern Rooms and Suites

Each of the spacious rooms and suites at Novotel Darwin Airport Hotel features air conditioning, flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. Tea/coffee making facilities, ironing facilities and a refrigerator are included.

Relaxing Amenities

Some accommodation also has cooking facilities, laundry facilities and a private balcony. The 25-metre lap pool is surrounded by native tropical gardens and sun loungers.

Novotel Darwin Airport Hotel is a 15-minute drive from Darwin city centre. Free car parking is included. Please be aware of the redevelopment outside the hotel. Construction work begins at 8am - 6pm daily, causing noise and disruptions. Hotel parking is now located beside the Novotel. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Important information:

Please note, there is a 1.4% credit card surcharge when using a credit card.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.
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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: DRW

Property Policies

  • 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 15 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age 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.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and charges are applicable.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).

Location

Guest Reviews

7.7
Based on 2084 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.88
Service: 7.85
Location: 8.89
Room Quality: 6.84
Amenities: 7.37
Value for Money: 7.33
Food and Beverage: 8.38
Overall Experience: 8.05
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Donna • couple • au
10
2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Scott • solo_traveller • au
7
Pros:

pool and adjacent bar area
restaurant was great for both dinner and breakfast
location walk from airport

Cons:

it could have a later checkout especially for people arriving extra late or leaving extra late the next day

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Simbarashe Terrence • solo_traveller • au
9
Pros:

Very very good breakfast. Staff were very kind and helpful. The room was clean and tidy, beautiful pool.

Cons:

TV was a headache to operate using the Google Chrome cast device. Eventually got it working after a long struggle. A smart TV would make things easier

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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John • family_with_children • au
10
Comfortable
Pros:

Food and pool

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Lachlan • family_with_children • au
9
2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Kathryn • solo_traveller • au
2
2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Sonja • solo_traveller • au
7
Pros:

Close to airport

Cons:

Only suggestions for improved experience would be to have Healthier food options at restaurants (diabetic diet as so many territorians have diabetes) and have lactose free options, milk in the room

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • couple • au
7
2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Sharon • couple • au
7
2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Ian • extended_group • au
8
Worth the visit. Nice people. Facilities top-notch
Pros:

Two bedroom apartment. Well appointed. Would be good for an extended stay. Plenty of water activities for the kids if you have them. Dinner was good.

Cons:

Room was good but would benefit from a refresh and paint-out.
Breakfast was $40 buffet with no option for continental or a la carte if you want something less.
Lack of on-site parking necessitates a walk across to the commercial carpark [free for hotel guests] which would be a challenge in the Wet season.

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Belinda • couple • au
3
Disappointed as had been camping for weeks and was looking forward to a nice bed and room
Pros:

Convenient being so close to the airport and free shuttle 24 hours great

Cons:

For the price the room was very ordinary and only 2 very flat lumpy pillows provided

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Holly • solo_traveller • au
9
Pros:

It was clean and easy location from airport

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Anica • family_with_children • au
8
2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Bec • couple • au
4
Handy for the airport but cockroaches in the room.
Pros:

Great pool and great shuttle service to the airport

Cons:

There were 3 cockroaches in my room. 2 in the bathroom and 1 in the bedroom.
When I messaged staff to let them know about this, no one replied.
How disgusting

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Bianca • family_with_children • au
8
Pros:

Yummy food. Everyone was friendly. Lots for kids to do. Will stay again.

Cons:

Did not like the young hood rats running amuck and swearing. But staff sorted that quickly.

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Tayyaba • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Tracy • extended_group • au
7
2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Ses • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

I got an upgraded room!

Cons:

I only stay 1 night!

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Kindaro • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

Customer service and everything

Cons:

Nil

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee