Ibis Darwin Airport Hotel

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ibis
7.2 (227 reviews)
1A Sir Norman Brearly Drive , Darwin , au

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Front desk (limited hours)
Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
Airport transportation - drop-off (surcharge)
Exercise/lap pool
Japanese garden
Free bus station shuttle
Swimming nearby
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Close to airport
Friendly staff
Cons:
Room cleanliness issues
Inadequate service during check-in

Categories

Cleanliness
6.91
There were mixed sentiments with some rooms noted as clean, but issues with room cleanliness in one instance.
Service
7.38
Service was described as good in most instances, though there were specific complaints about check-in and communication.
Location
7.92
Generally praised for convenience to the airport, making it a suitable location for transit travelers.
Room Quality
6.87
Rooms were described as small and not always suitable for two people; issues with stairs were also mentioned.
Amenities
7.9
Amenities like the pool and laundry were appreciated, but some reviews noted lack of essential kitchen items.
Value for Money
6.36
Criticism regarding the price versus the quality of service and accommodations, particularly with room size and access.
Food and Beverage
6.91
Food quality received mixed reviews; some meals were noted as cold or lukewarm.
Overall Experience
7.38
While some travellers had satisfactory experiences, there were concerns that affected their likelihood to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 19:29

Property Description

Convenient Location
Set just 10 km from the Museum & Art Gallery of the Northern Territory, Ibis Darwin Airport Hotel offers easy access to key attractions like the Darwin Botanic Gardens and Mindil Beach Casino & Resort.

Comfortable Accommodation
Guests can enjoy cozy rooms with a balcony, private bathroom, and complimentary toiletries at this 3-star hotel. Free shuttle service and a 24-hour front desk ensure a hassle-free stay.

Nearby Attractions
Explore the nearby Darwin Convention Centre and Crocodylus Park, or simply unwind in the hotel's garden, restaurant, or bar. With Darwin International Airport just steps away, your journey is sure to be convenient from start to finish.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.2
Based on 227 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.91
Service: 7.38
Location: 7.92
Room Quality: 6.87
Amenities: 7.9
Value for Money: 6.36
Food and Beverage: 6.91
Overall Experience: 7.38
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Josh • couple • au
1
I booked a room as it offered a shuttle service - no shuttle service came and then it was too late f
Pros:

Terrible

Cons:

Customer service was not good

2026-04-18 • via Nuitee
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popi • family_with_children • au
4
Beautiful Foyer, Budget Dorm Rooms: Didn’t Match the Price or Expectation
Pros:

What I liked most was the genuinely lovely and friendly staff, the exceptionally beautiful foyer that gives a real resort-style first impression, and the fact the place was clean throughout. It’s in a convenient location, close to the suburbs, Casuarina Shopping Centre, and within walking distance to the airport.

Cons:

Rooms felt more like a basic, compact “clean box” with small, dorm-like rooms and a private hospital-like smell, despite a nice resort-style foyer; even the pay extra per night parking felt like nickel and diming, so overall it didn’t match the price or expectations, and I wouldn’t book to stay at the Ibis again. I would consider the Mercure or the Novotel next time.

2026-04-18 • via Nuitee
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Luke • solo_traveller • au
6
Safe and comfy
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Check in

2026-04-18 • via Nuitee
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Garrawurra • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
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Rose • solo_traveller • au
4
Pros:

It was close to the airport.

Cons:

I had to drag my bag to the accommodation and it was upstairs. I am 73 years old. I was expecting a room with an elevator as in the Ibis Brisbane.

2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Eveline • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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Matthias • couple • ch
8
2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Wen Ling • family_with_children • tw
5
2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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Robinson • couple • au
10
2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Guy Kemp • couple • au
9
Ours was an enforced stay made necessary by injury but the manager and his staff were very helpful.
Pros:

The attitude of the manager to changes requested by us was exceptional. Nothing was too much trouble for the reception staff.

Cons:

The prices at the Splash restaurant are absolutely outrageous.

2026-04-04 • via Nuitee
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Tony • solo_traveller • au
6
I arrived. I did what I had to do. Then I left.
Pros:

It's at the airport, so perfect for catching a flight on the next day.

Cons:

The standard of English of the staff was not very good, and it was difficult to follow what they were trying to say.

2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
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Remilton Jumardi • family_with_children • au
10
2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Valma • couple • nz
8
2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • couple • au
8
2026-03-26 • via Nuitee
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James D Denton • family_with_children • au
3
Cons:

We didn't sleep, air-conditioning too noisy. Too short turn round for next flight

2026-03-24 • via Nuitee
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Naomi • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Bernard • family_with_children • au
7
Well priced Darwin Airport hotel
Pros:

The Ibis is a surprisingly well priced alternative amongst the colocated Darwin Airport Hotels

Cons:

A lot of upgrade work in progress which did impact the room itself. Very quiet

2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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Rachelle • family_with_children • au
8
2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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Jason • solo_traveller • au
7
Cons:

No bathroom light. Only sensors.
Get blinded in the middle of the night when going to toilet and not able to turn off

2026-03-19 • via Nuitee
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Clement • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-03-19 • via Nuitee