Darwin City Hotel

Hotels
7.8 (3557 reviews)
59 Smith Street , Darwin , au

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Business center
Family rooms
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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 3557 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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Marcel • solo_traveller • th
8
2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Robyn • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Petr • solo_traveller • cz
3
2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Philip • extended_group • au
1
2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Petr • solo_traveller • cz
5
2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Matthew • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

Clean, friendly staff and a perfect location being a 1 minute walk to Mitchell street. Off street, private parking was a great bonus too.

Cons:

Nothing!

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Jesse • couple • au
10
Great
Pros:

Great hotel in a great location.

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Mary • family_with_children • au
5
2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Lynne • couple • au
8
Pros:

The beds, the phone charger, comfortable

Cons:

The staff should know when the mindil beach markets are on, we were told the wrong day, so we missed them

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Lesley • extended_group • au
9
Very comfortable, I wasn’t happy with paying $15 a day for parking!!! Should be included in the price. Pool was small an
Pros:

Central to the city

Cons:

Spacious great appliances

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • couple • au
7
2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • au
6
Pros:

Room was nice enough

Cons:

To noisy from pub goers all hours of the night

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Tony • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Gaye • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Kay • solo_traveller • au
9
Love staying and always return to the same hotel.
Pros:

Location, staff, comfort

Cons:

They only give you a small cups and saucers in your room. We really like mugs to drink out off.

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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doriana • solo_traveller • au
7
location location lication
Pros:

location

Cons:

cost of third extended night..but understandable

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Vicki • family_with_children • au
8
Good stay in Darwin
Pros:

Walking distance to McDonald's
Very clean floors
Good air-conditioning
Smart TV
24 hour reception

Cons:

Noise from nightclub across the road

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Joshua • extended_group • au
10
2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Mary • family_with_children • au
10
2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Deb • couple • au
9
2026-06-28 • via Nuitee