Darwin City Hotel

Hotels
7.8 (3327 reviews)
59 Smith Street , Darwin , au

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Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Noise from outside

Categories

Cleanliness
6.51
The bathroom in room 317 needed cleaning, with mould noted in the shower.
Service
8.48
Friendly staff and responsive service when issues arose.
Location
9.02
Great central location close to pubs and shopping, highly praised in reviews.
Room Quality
6.97
Some rooms need upgrades; issues with noise and space mentioned.
Amenities
8
Includes useful amenities like a fridge and kettle, but some facilities need maintenance.
Value for Money
7.46
Offers good value given the location and pricing but room quality varies.
Food and Beverage
8.01
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
7.98
Overall positive with a few criticisms but many guests express a willingness to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 07:53

Property Description

Prime Location in Darwin CBD

Located just steps away from popular attractions like Crocosaurus Cove and the Darwin Entertainment Centre, Darwin City Hotel offers convenience and excitement right at your doorstep.

Luxurious Amenities

Indulge in our hotel's top-notch amenities including a refreshing swimming pool/spa, a fully-equipped fitness centre, and a convenient business centre. Enjoy the comfort of room service, guest laundry facilities, and secure luggage storage during your stay.

Modern Rooms and Apartments

Experience ultimate comfort in our well-appointed rooms featuring a flat-screen TV, private bathroom, and cozy seating area. Upgrade to our fully self-contained apartments with a full kitchen, laundry facilities, and a private balcony for a truly luxurious stay.

Book your stay at Darwin City Hotel now and make your Darwin getaway unforgettable!

Important information:

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 3% charge when you pay with an American Express credit card.

Please note that housekeeping service is only offered Monday to Friday.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.

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

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs AUD 15 per day.

  • 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 1 year old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 2 years old to 11 years old stay for AUD 30 per person per night 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.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 3327 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.51
Service: 8.48
Location: 9.02
Room Quality: 6.97
Amenities: 8
Value for Money: 7.46
Food and Beverage: 8.01
Overall Experience: 7.98
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Shaan • solo_traveller • in
9
2026-04-18 • via Nuitee
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Olivia • solo_traveller • au
7
Pros:

24hr reception for midnight arrival

Cons:

Very loud area outside hotel.

2026-04-18 • via Nuitee
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charles • extended_group • au
6
Location good , a place to book for a nights sleep
Pros:

Romm small but clean and adequite

Cons:

Noisey on Friday night from night club near by
Other nights were ok

2026-04-18 • via Nuitee
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Rosemary • couple • au
10
Great spot and value
Pros:

Cheap

2026-04-18 • via Nuitee
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George • couple • au
10
Will stay there again. Half the price of Hilton and well located
Pros:

Location and clean

2026-04-18 • via Nuitee
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Agapitos • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-17 • via Nuitee
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Paul • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-04-17 • via Nuitee
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Poornima • couple • au
10
Pleasant stay as always
Pros:

Plenty of restaurants around

2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
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Rupert • solo_traveller • au
10
Very nice haven to recharge
Pros:

Excellent service

Cons:

It was wonderful

2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
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Ana • couple • tl
8
Good and comfortable.
2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
• family_with_children • au
7
2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
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Anita • couple • au
10
Fantastic central gem. Recommended.
Pros:

Central location to eat on Mitchel St or Smith St - China Hut across the road was fab. Easy 15min walk to Darwin Waterfront. Felt safe at all times. Felt very clean & comfortable everywhere in hotel. Staff were extremely helpful. Safe, gated car parking.

Cons:

Nothing not to like.

2026-04-14 • via Nuitee
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Toby • solo_traveller • au
1
Probably ok Monday to Wednesday
Pros:

Didn't have breakfast

Cons:

The club across the street started playing loud music at 21:30 until about 4am I was told at the front desk the shutters will block out the sound..... It didn't the blocked it slightly

2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Clint • family_with_children • au
4
Pros:

Good walking distance to the shops and bus stops.

Cons:

The receptions was okay but housekeepers wasn't good.

2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Akila • couple • au
10
A comfortable hotel with great service.
2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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Akila • couple • au
10
Nice place, great sleep, good vibes
2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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Poornima • couple • au
10
Pros:

Clean & comfortable

Friendly staff

2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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Nelson • family_with_children • tl
10
Pros:

Location, easy check in and check out

Cons:

There is cockroach 🪳 inside the room

2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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Geoff • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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Janelle • couple • au
3
Not going back
Cons:

The smell of the room was so foul. The size of the room was also very small. We did not enjoy our stay.

2026-04-11 • via Nuitee