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Frontier Darwin Hotel

3.5-star property
3 Buffalo Court, Darwin, NT 0508 053 286
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"It was all good except for unsecured parking spaces. " More

By a verified traveller on Tue 30 Apr 2024

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Hotel Description

Frontier Darwin Hotel places you in the center of Darwin, within just a 15-minute stroll of George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens and Darwin Entertainment Centre. Highlights at this hotel include an outdoor swimming pool, free self parking, and a 24-hour gym.

Punters Bar is open for lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the gym and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of RV/bus/truck parking.

Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 3.5-star Darwin City Centre hotel include Gardens Park Golf Links and SKYCITY Casino.

Standard Double Room

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
NZ$153* Per night/room 3 May - 4 May

Junior Suite

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Classic Triple Room

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Frontier Darwin Hotel ratings based on 164 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
3.5 out of 5 3.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 3.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 3.5 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 3.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Frontier Darwin Hotel

Everyone (108) Couples (26) Family (15)
4 out of 5
It was all good except for unsecured parking spaces.

Posted by on 30 Apr. 2024

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5 out of 5
Easy and reasonable price

Posted by on 8 Apr. 2024

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Comment from Hotel Management

15 Apr. 2024 by Rish

Thank you, Joshua, for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience during your stay at Frontier Hotel. Providing our guests with ease and value for their money is something we strive for, and we're delighted that we were able to meet your expectations.Your positive feedback means a lot to us, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back to Frontier Hotel in the future. If there's anything we can do to make your next stay even more enjoyable, please don't hesitate to let us know. Thank you again for choosing to stay with us!

4 out of 5

Posted by on 10 Dec. 2023

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5 out of 5
Always a pleasure staying here, staff are friendly, rooms are super comfy:)

Posted by on 15 Nov. 2023

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2 out of 5
Car park large pot hole. I fell in and twisted ankle.Staff not friendly

Posted by on 11 Nov. 2023

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3 out of 5
Good value for the money .A bit tired in places . A reasonably short walk into town . Quiet . I would consider staying here again in the future .

Posted by on 20 Sep. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

21 Oct. 2023 by Frontier Hotel Darwin

Thank you so much for your feedback we look forward to see you again in our premises.

3 out of 5
Very noisy, bit far from CBD unless you have a vehicle.

Posted by on 15 Aug. 2023

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4 out of 5
As unable yo purchase breakfast it would be nice to have some crockery and utensils in the room. 🙂

Posted by on 14 Aug. 2023

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1 out of 5
Bar manager is appalling, rude, horrible, toxic, venomous Person reception were complete opposite rooms are dated. Only good for fifo workers. Couldn’t eat there had to walk to town which was very inconvenient. The lowest in Darwin city .

Posted by on 11 Aug. 2023

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5 out of 5

Posted by on 25 May 2023

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About the Frontier Darwin Hotel

Location 3 Buffalo Court, Darwin, NT 0800

Property Features

Frontier Darwin Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A vending machine, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Frontier Darwin Hotel. Free self parking is available. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Darwin hotel.

  • 91 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Built in 1972
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking , RV, bus, truck parking

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Frontier Darwin Hotel offers 91 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. 49-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered weekly and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite channels
  • Premium channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Electric kettle
  • Shower and tub combination
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Wheelchair accessible

Food & Drink

Punters Bar - This bar serves lunch and dinner. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

Children under 13 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at anytime

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM.
Guests will receive lockbox information. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 60 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

Connecting rooms may be available on request.

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds and onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome.

  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • Children stay free
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Number of children who can stay for free – 2
  • Front desk opens daily at 7:00 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 7:00 PM
  • Events/parties not allowed
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Long-term renters welcome
  • LGBTQIA friendly
  • Children stay free - maximum age 12
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property is not currently implementing any guest safety measures

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 60 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Frontier Darwin
  • Frontier Darwin Hotel Hotel
  • Frontier Darwin Hotel Darwin
  • Frontier Darwin Hotel Hotel Darwin

You should know

  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.