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Crab Claw Island

3.0 star property

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A beachfront restaurant with outdoor seating and a view of the sea.
A beachfront property with multiple structures, including a main building and several smaller huts, surrounded by trees and a sandy beach.
Two people standing at a bar with a green outdoor background.
A wooden structure with a balcony, surrounded by dense tropical foliage.
A covered outdoor seating area with a staircase leading up to it, surrounded by trees.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$403
includes taxes & fees
9 July - 10 July

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Bynoe Harbour, Crab Claw Island, Bynoe, NT, 0822
  • Airport, Darwin, NT (DRW-Darwin Intl.)
    ‪125 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Beachfront Cabin

A room with two single beds, a ceiling fan, a door, a mirror, and a small refrigerator.

Beachfront Cabin

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Semi-Beachfront Cabin

A room with two single beds, a ceiling fan, a door, a mirror, and a small refrigerator.

Semi-Beachfront Cabin

  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Family Cabin

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Single Beds

Deluxe Cabin, Multiple Beds, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Single Beds

About the area

Bynoe

At Crab Claw Island you'll be in proximity to popular sights like The Esplanade and Darwin Waterfront. Highlights at this beach hotel include free continental breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Island Bar and Restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Added amenities include laundry facilities, barbecues and a front desk safe. Each morning free breakfast is served. .In proximity to this 3-property class Bynoe hotel you'll find Mindil Beach.

Getting around

  • Darwin International Airport (DRW) - 152 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crab Claw Island Resort - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Crab Claw Island

You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. An outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and laundry facilities are also featured at Crab Claw Island. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Bynoe hotel is smoke free.

  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Crab Claw Island offers 26 air-conditioned accommodations, with a ceiling fan. 60-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead.

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Island Bar and Restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Direct access to the beach

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 60-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Hotel Crab Claw Island
Crab Claw Island Hotel
Crab Claw Island Hotel Bynoe
Crab Claw Island Bynoe
Crab Claw Island Hotel
Crab Claw Island Bynoe
Crab Claw Island Hotel Bynoe

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Crab Claw Island?

Crab Claw Island offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Crab Claw Island?

As of 8 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Crab Claw Island on 9 Jul 2026 start from NZ$403, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Crab Claw Island?

Yep, Crab Claw Island has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Crab Claw Island?

The closest beach to Crab Claw Island is Mindil Beach (36.7 km).

Does Crab Claw Island have a pool?

Crab Claw Island has an outdoor pool.

What makes Crab Claw Island a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Crab Claw Island.

Does Crab Claw Island serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary continental breakfast is offered daily between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Crab Claw Island?

No, Crab Claw Island does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Crab Claw Island?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Crab Claw Island?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Crab Claw Island?

No, pets are not allowed.

Crab Claw Island Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 53 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place and great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great stay...thanks
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Satish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Thank you! What really stood out was the peaceful location and friendly staff. The room was clean and comfortable, and the overall atmosphere made the stay very relaxing. Definitely a great place to unwind, i love this location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great outlook and very friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the place , from the moment we arrived we could not fault it . Room spacious great view 👌 Food and continental breakfast on point Dinner 🍽 great choices and delicious. Beers cold Friendly staff . Boat hire easy and affordable and had a great day . Would have stayed here longer had we known what a slice of heaven this was ! Thanks for having us .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

duncan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything it's located on the water front can't go wrong. Great sunset
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A plaesant stop over on a long road trip
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing location, great food and service. Lovely swimming pools to cool off in.The bathrooms need upgrading and new mattresses.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolute beach front, just beautiful! Clean chilled pools. Family friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome , what a lovely spot, well worth a couple of days stay to kick back and enjoy the view!! The food in the restaurant was really yummy too, the tiger prawn and mango salad magnificent!! I'll be back
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Crocodiles and Dolphins swimming past
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
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8/10 Good

Joyce

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was good; staff was friendly, but bathroom was not clean enough; could see a lot mould especially around the shower and the ceiling. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David and Karine

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place, beautiful everything but a little outdated.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's ok, nothing special
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had 2wd cars so I didn’t expect the road to the resort quite bumpy for more than 10 km. But when we got there, we loved everything there. The rooms with ocean view, friendly staff, fresh seafood, and the turkeys, peacocks and the wallabies. We had no TV in the rooms but it didn’t bother us, we had lots of fun enough.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed at Crab Claw a few times. Rooms are basic, but have everything you need for a good nights sleep. Staff are friendly, the food portions at dinner are massive. The view is outstanding! I always get up early and watch the sunrise its something every traveller should see. The pools are clean, bring the bug spray the midgies are pretty bad. My only criticism is that breakfast is cerial, toast or whatever fruit is left. As we were leaving we seen people asking for eggs on toast. Which we had no idea about, and would have happily enjoyed.. if staff had mentioned that earlier. Cheers for a great stay, like always we will be back.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Raquel

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Double charged by the hotel with a lackadaisical response and still waiting for the Visa fraud team to go through the motions.Tried telling me that Wotif double charged me, but it’s clear as a bell it was this place’s dodgy manager! More interested in their helicopter tours than their hotel for sure! Rooms were unclean and facilities are run down. Don’t waste your $$!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Raquel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
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8/10 Good

Rebecca

Room was quite old needed a renovation
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location! We stayed in a beach front cabin and you couldn’t ask for a better view. Cabins are small but provide all you need and the stay is about what is outside your door anyway. The pools are lovely, the evening meal was excellent and the included continental breakfast was a bonus. Friendly staff and great ambience. Will definitely visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
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8/10 Good

Ellen

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent food and friendly helpful staff. Great atmosphere.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing view

Beach front cabin had amazing view. The selections available for lunch and dinner menu was excellent and speedy service. All the bar and service staff were great. We will definitely be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Nothing to do but relax

We stayed in a beachfront cabin which had one double and 2 single beds. The space was a bit cramped with just the two of us but at least we could put stuff on top of the other beds. There was a fridge and kettle. The bathroom was small but perfectly functional. The cabin was reasonably clean but I don’t think anyone had swept under the beds in a long time. Great balcony with table and chairs for chilling out. Free wifi in the restaurant with reasonable 3G reception. If you’re not fishing there really isn’t anything else to do. We asked about the bushwalking mentioned on their website but that’s not a happening thing anymore. Continental breakfast was included with the option of a cooked breakfast at additional cost. The variety and quality of the meals was good. All the staff were very friendly and cheerful. Excitement of the day was watching all the helicopters on a pub crawl landing and taking off from the beach in front of us. We did enjoy our time here, with nothing else to do it was a chance to relax and unwind. The biggest decision we had to make was what to have for dinner.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Thoroughly enjoyed scenery is great service was great and have already referred to it to friends.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021