Argus Hotel Darwin

Hotels
8.4 (3585 reviews)
13 Shepherd Street , Darwin , au

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Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Helpful staff
Clean rooms
Great location
Cons:
Limited breakfast options
Noise from adjacent rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
8.63
Cleanliness mentioned positively across multiple reviews, contributing to a pleasant stay.
Service
8.8
Service praised for helpfulness and accommodating staff, enhancing overall guest experience.
Location
8.64
Location frequently highlighted as convenient, close to the city yet quiet.
Room Quality
8.09
Mixed reviews on room quality, with some concerns about size and noise from adjacent rooms.
Amenities
8.12
Amenities received positive feedback, though some guests noted areas for improvement.
Value for Money
8.48
Perceived as good value, but guests noted room for enhancement in breakfast options.
Food and Beverage
7.93
Food and beverage offerings received critical feedback regarding variety, primarily breakfast.
Overall Experience
8.5
Overall experience rated positively, with a few areas highlighted for improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 23:01

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Argus Hotel Darwin provides a luxurious stay in Darwin with air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen TVs and private bathrooms, ensuring a comfortable experience.

Convenient Amenities
Enjoy complimentary toiletries, a hairdryer, and a 24-hour front desk for all your needs during your stay at Argus Hotel Darwin.

Prime Location
Located just 750 meters from Crocosaurus Cove and 600 meters from Darwin Entertainment Centre, Argus Hotel Darwin offers easy access to popular attractions. Plus, with Darwin International Airport only 12 km away, your journey is made convenient.

Book your stay at Argus Hotel Darwin now for a memorable and hassle-free experience.

Important information:

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

Please note that housekeeping services are not provided on Sundays and Public Holidays.

Do be aware that the maximum vehicle height for parking at this property is 6.9 ft

Superior King rooms and Superior Twin rooms have interconnecting doorsGuests 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.
Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.
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 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 2 years old stay for AUD 10 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    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 possible) and costs AUD 9 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 3585 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.63
Service: 8.8
Location: 8.64
Room Quality: 8.09
Amenities: 8.12
Value for Money: 8.48
Food and Beverage: 7.93
Overall Experience: 8.5
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Joachim • couple • de
9
Ein gutes Quartier in Darwin
Pros:

Wir waren nun zum zweiten Mal dort und wieder sehr zufrieden. Die sehr sauberen Zimmer sind modern und geräumig, die Ausstattung ist gut. Das inkludierte Frühstücksbuffet war für uns völlig ausreichend, Extras wie Wurst und Käse muss man sich ggf. halt selbst im Supermarkt zukaufen und mitbringen. Die Lage ist angenehm ruhig, trotzdem erreicht man zu Fuß binnen weniger Minuten die Geschäfte, Bars und Restaurants in der City.

Cons:

Wir hatten nichts zu beanstanden.

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Carol • solo_traveller • au
9
Excellent stay, highly recommend
Pros:

The hotel is centrally located within easy walk of CBD and public transport along with a number of cafes supermarkets etc. The hotel was extremely clean, friendly and professionally operated. The rooms were large with microwave fridge, jug etc.etc plenty of fresh Towels etc as there was daily housekeeping. The Continental Breakfast excellent. Small balcony but all you need. Very comfortable beds.Could not fault the property in any way. Reception staff could not be more helpful. The location although good you would not walk around the area after dark if on your own but this applies to so many cities etc these days. Highly recommend if visiting Darwin as it is value for money and would I definitely stay there again.

Cons:

Everything good no dislikes

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Jaimie • solo_traveller • au
10
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Gayle • solo_traveller • au
7
2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Therese • solo_traveller • au
9
Good spot super accessible
Pros:

Accessible to CBD and general attractions of the CBD by foot. Pool is nice. Breakfast menu is decent, slightly better than expected. Large room. Didn't need for anything. Room was clean. House keeping stopped through every day.

More just needed somewhere reasonably priced to sleep in between activities. Stayed 3 nights. Currently they seem to mostly be attracting grey nomads as their main customer demographic

Cons:

Can be a little noisy in the late evening about 7pm-10pm with people coming/going/doors slamming/talking as the building doesn't seem to be sound proofed all too well but no issues as I think quiet hours were from 10pm which everyone seemed to respect.

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Alan • solo_traveller • fr
8
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Paul • couple • au
9
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Ivy Hunt • solo_traveller • fr
8
Agréable séjour !
Pros:

Très joli hôtel, bien situé dans une rue calme, à deux pas du CBD. Personnel très agréable.
Très belle chambre, très spacieuse & confortable au 8éme étage avec une vue sublime sur la ville.
J’ai adoré avoir une fenêtre dans la douche avec vue sur la ville. Le petit-déjeuner inclus était sympa mais un peu léger.

Cons:

Dommage que je ne pouvais pas ouvrir au moins une fenêtre (il y a en avait 5 en tout) pour aérer, il y avait une odeur dans la chambre. Petit-déjeuner inclus agréable mais un peu léger, présence de fruits frais aurait été appréciable (pommes, bananes...).
Piscine agréable mais un peu petite, de plus l’eau n’était pas très propre.

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Ghostwhowalksperth • Couples
4
Budget at best
Pros:

The Argus hotel in Darwin is essentially a budget motel with a much higher price. The furniture in the room is basic, the bed isn't that comfortable and the breakfast basic. The hotel isn't really close to anything in particular and the checkout time of 10 when any decent hotel is 12 isn't very good. Shop around and get a better deal.

2026-05-13 • via Tripadvisor
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Michael • solo_traveller • au
9
Pros:

I liked the location and staff also the car parking this is the 3rd time I've stayed there

Cons:

One of the elevators air flow wasn't working properly which made it hot and that's if im being picky

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Mike • extended_group • au
8
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Tony • solo_traveller • au
8
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Benette • solo_traveller • au
10
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Robert • couple • au
8
We had a very relaxing stay.
Pros:

Provided us with a very good disabled room.

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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DAKOTA • solo_traveller • au
10
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Chantelle • solo_traveller • au
8
Pros:

Location, house keeping lovely, nice beds. Reception staff was good, on most occasions.

Cons:

Balcony, was not really a Balcony.
More a Juliet balcony.
Also, very bright 🌞, light from gaps in the door, and blinds, could do with curtains as well.
Very noisy in morning, lift etc.
Not alot of choice for breakfast, very basic and had to purchase decent coffee.

2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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Maca • couple • au
10
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Tamie • solo_traveller • au
8
Pros:

The staff were amazing helpful

For non gluten free a great breakfast just a bit more fruit

A great size fridge a clean

Amazing clean rooms

Cons:

Not much gluten free options at breakfast

Seem very noisy in rooms above us during the night

The gym needed a good update a clean

2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • couple • au
10
Would definitely stay again very nice
Pros:

Close to the city, comfortable

Cons:

Only one sink

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Albert • couple • fr
8
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