Hilton Garden Inn Darwin

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Hilton Garden Inn
8.4 (1101 reviews)
122 The Esplanade , Darwin , AU
+61 8 8943 3600

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Great central location and views
Friendly, helpful staff
Clean property and good housekeeping in most stays
Excellent breakfast buffet mentioned several times
Good pool and outdoor amenities
Comfortable/updated rooms for many guests
Cons:
Mouldy bedding and occasional small cockroaches reported
Isolated incompetent restaurant manager/poor handling of some breakfast services
Some rooms tired and in need of updates
Occasional uncomfortable beds or poor pillows
Limited/no easy in-room streaming and poor electronic TV guide
Noisy air conditioning and elevators; strong aromatherapy fragrance reported by one guest

Categories

Cleanliness
7.5
Mostly described as clean in many reviews, but specific complaints include mouldy bedding and presence of small cockroaches and one instance of missed housekeeping, lowering the score.
Service
9
Generally praised repeatedly as friendly, helpful and reactive (offered room change and compensation for issues). Isolated negative reports about an incompetent restaurant manager for breakfast.
Location
9.5
Consistently praised as central, great location with amazing views and easy access to attractions — one of the strongest positives across reviews.
Room Quality
8
Many guests found rooms comfortable and updated with good views; a number noted tired-looking rooms, uncomfortable beds/pillows for some, and occasional loud air conditioning.
Amenities
8.2
Pool and on-site facilities are liked (pool highlighted several times); some issues mentioned such as noisy elevators, gym location not ideal, and limited/weak in-room TV streaming options.
Value for Money
8
Several guests described the stay as good value and appreciated prepaid breakfast deals, while a few felt the price was high for the offering.
Food and Beverage
8.3
Breakfast buffet receives high praise in many reviews (described as excellent), but there are isolated complaints about cold/undercooked items and staff/management competency in the restaurant.
Overall Experience
8.7
Majority of stays described as excellent, comfortable or surprisingly good with friendly staff and great location; a minority reported dysfunctional moments (mould, management issues) that tempered some experiences.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:05

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with Stunning Views

Panoramic Ocean Views: Enjoy breathtaking views from most of our refurbished guest rooms and suites, featuring warm oak tones and custom-designed furniture.

Dining Experience at Together & Co: Indulge in locally-sourced ingredients at Together & Co, offering a casual yet cosy ambiance for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Don't miss the al fresco dining on the outdoor deck with pool views.

Convenience at Your Fingertips: The Shop is open 24/7, offering grab-and-go menu options, beverages, and a self-serve coffee bar for your convenience.

Experience comfort and convenience at Hilton Garden Inn Darwin. Book your stay now for a memorable getaway!

Important information:

Different policies and additional supplements may apply for additional guests.

Please note that a 1.7% to 2% charge applies to payments made with a credit card.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: DRW

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 1101 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.5
Service: 9
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 8
Amenities: 8.2
Value for Money: 8
Food and Beverage: 8.3
Overall Experience: 8.7
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James • solo_traveller • au
3
A dysfunctional place
Pros:

Great location

Cons:

Bedding was mouldy, breakfast chef and restaurant manager are highly incompetent. Cold and undercooked food, lame excuses from the manager.

2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
J
Joy • couple • au
9
Surprisingly excellent stay in the heart of Darwin with friendly, helpful staff and amazing views.
Pros:

I had low expectations about the hotel as it looked a little dated on the outside and people told me Darwin was not very modern or well kept so it was a nice surprise to see the room was updated, the view was amazing, staff were helpful and friendly and the bed very comfortable. The buffet breakfast was excellent. One of the best I've had in all the buffets I've tried.

Cons:

I sent a message a couple of months prior to our arrival asking to add something special to the room as it was our anniversary but nobody replied and we didn't get anything. I wasn't expecting much, perhaps just a welcome card to say happy anniversary or the option to purchase wine etc. but nobody responded to give me that chance.

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Evans • couple • au
10
2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Kirsty • couple • au
10
Again perfect stay!
Pros:

Every staff member was brilliant! Great facilities, great food. Great location.

Cons:

Loved everything

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Ray & Jen • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

Everything, staff were great, food was very nice, no complaints about anything.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • au
9
2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Anne • couple • au
8
2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Lily • couple • au
9
Comfortable
Pros:

Friendly staff nice size rooms

Cons:

It was a little tired looking needs updating

2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
S
Sushant • family_with_children • au
7
2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Deborah • couple • au
8
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Kate • couple • au
10
Pros:

Excellent location, east access to everything. Staff were friendly. Breakfast was amazing with a wide variety of food.

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Maud • solo_traveller • fr
9
Pros:

chambres très confortables, piscine très agréable et buffet du petit déjeuner de grande qualité.
personnel très commerçant et réactif

Cons:

présence de petits cafards dans la chambre en raison des fortes chaleurs.
Une fois signalés, l'hôtel nous a immédiatement proposé un changement de chambre et offert des boissons en compensation.

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • couple • au
7
Comfortable and value for money.
Pros:

Room size good - quiet. Reasonable drinking/food options but it’s relatively small so wasn’t essential to my decision.

Cons:

If I have to grumble there is a constant aromatherapy fragrance circulating around hotel and room - was a bit strong for me at times.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Judith • couple • au
10
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Tess • family_with_children • au
8
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Stone • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Jeremy • family_with_children • au
9
2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • au
9
Definitely will be staying at Hilton Garden Inn next time I’m in Darwin
Pros:

Location and cleanliness

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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JONATHAN DONNELLY • family_with_children • au
8
2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Kiara • couple • au
9
Pros:

Property was clean, cool and the pool was great.

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee