Novotel Darwin Airport

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Novotel
7.7 (2103 reviews)
2 Sir Norman Brearly Drive , Darwin , au
+61 8 8920 7800

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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Outdated rooms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Rooms are outdated with inadequate amenities.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 2103 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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Megan • couple • au
10
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Travis • couple • au
1
Cons:

Air-conditioning and the Fridge didn't work i notified the staff and they delivered a small bucket of ice and said they would fix the both the Fridge and air-conditioning the next day which of course didn't help me as we where flying out the morning.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Sharon • couple • cn
7
2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Russell • solo_traveller • au
8
Very good
Pros:

No breakfast, the location to the airport is excellent

Cons:

Knowing what the price would be, I had prepaid and on checking in, had to pay another $50 deposit. Which I have not received back

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Femke • solo_traveller • nl
7
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Aaron • couple • au
5
great staff and amenities, unfortunately room was dated and dirty.
Pros:

location and amenities available. also staff were very helpful and efficient

Cons:

the 2 bedroom apartment was not very clean. it was outdated and smelled damp. water leak in the master bedroom toilet. paint flecks on floor.

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Diane • couple • au
8
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • couple • au
9
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Pamela • couple • au
8
good
Pros:

Pool

Cons:

our meal was cold

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Sheryl • family_with_children • au
8
Pros:

Close to airport made arrival so convenient, view from room was beautiful, pool and restaurant on site with great food also made it convenient. Easy check in and out.

Cons:

Cleanliness and service around pool area could have been improved

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Adam • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • family_with_children • au
10
A great hotel experience which was very comfortable and had all the things you’ll need
Pros:

Great location next to airport - perfect for a stay after arriving or before departing. Hotel grounds were vast & spacious - plenty of room for everyone. The pool was amazing. Guests have good options for food, snacks & meals. Staff very helpful & friendly.

Cons:

Some of the public toilets & poolside change-rooms didn’t have soap as the dispensers had run out - this is unhygienic and they should be checked more regularly.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • couple • au
7
We were having an overnight stay and relax passing thought Darwin with an early flight out next morning
Pros:

The pool bars & cafes were lovely Great outdoor facilities and check in reception guys were very helpful and up beat

Cons:

No luggage racks in rooms. Suit cases need to lay open on the floor
Room smelt stale from a/c
Bathroom drains smell like sewage. Advised reception but no one came to check.
We check out early to avoid the smell :(

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Susan • extended_group • au
7
On check into room found it to not have been cleaned . Notified desk & alternative room which did not have pool view
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Kali • family_with_children • au
7
Stayed to be close to airport, good size rooms with nice facilities
Pros:

The pool looked amazing but didn’t have time to use it.

Cons:

Couch was filthy

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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FIONA • solo_traveller • ws
9
Pros:

Location is perfect especially when you connecting flights overnight.

Its within walking distance from the airport.

Room is clean and you have access to the pools and restaurants that is close by.

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Ashleigh • family_with_children • au
9
Great place, cost was a bit high that certain time of year
Pros:

Great location close to the airport and lots of facilities on offer for families

Cons:

N/A

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Kat • couple • au
5
Convenient
Pros:

Close to airport

Cons:

Rooms look nice er on the website

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Nick • solo_traveller • au
3
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Jaimee • extended_group • au
9
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee