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Argus Hotel Darwin

3.5 star property

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An indoor swimming pool with a stone wall on one side, a wooden pergola overhead, and a glass door leading to a room.
A hotel reception area with a reception desk, a black sofa, a large potted plant, and a coffee table with a magazine.
A modern lobby with a glass entrance, a reception desk, and a large window displaying a garden view.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a city view.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside table, and a TV.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
The current price is NZ$376
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July

Explore the area

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13 Shepherd Street, Darwin, NT, 0800
  • Place, The Esplanade
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Smith Street Mall
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Darwin Waterfront
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Darwin, NT (DRW-Darwin Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Twin Room

Superior Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a city view.

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(53 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside table, and a TV.

Deluxe Quadruple Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premier Suite

Premier Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view of buildings.

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a TV.

Deluxe Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a painting, and a view of the city through a balcony.

Premier Queen Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Darwin

Argus Hotel Darwin places you in the centre of Darwin, within just a 15-minute stroll of The Esplanade and Smith Street Mall. Highlights at this hotel include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Added amenities include laundry facilities, express check-out and tour/ticket assistance. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Darwin City Centre hotel include Darwin Waterfront and Darwin Convention Centre.

What's nearby

  • Darwin Entertainment Centre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Esplanade - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Crocosaurus Cove - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Smith Street Mall - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Darwin Waterfront - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • East Arm Darwin Station - 17 min drive
  • Darwin International Airport (DRW) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lost Arc - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Man - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Tap on Mitchell - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Shenannigans - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Kopi Stop - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Argus Hotel Darwin

Argus Hotel Darwin offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. Public spaces have free WiFi. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Argus Hotel Darwin. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Darwin hotel is smoke free.

  • 102 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2015
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Argus Hotel Darwin offers 102 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. 40-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels.

This Darwin hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on weekdays only.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Covered parking on site (AUD 9 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 24 for adults and AUD 12 for children

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekdays only)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift (160 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Built in 2015
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Connecting rooms are available for Superior room categories on request.
This property's general deposit is refundable via credit card within 7 days after check-out, pending room inspection.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: AUD 100.00 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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately AUD 24 for adults and from AUD 12 for children
  • Covered self-parking fee: AUD 9 per night
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 50.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 per cent

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

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    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 Registration Number 11505884

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Argus Hotel Darwin.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Argus Hotel Darwin?

Argus Hotel Darwin offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Argus Hotel Darwin?

As of 29 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Argus Hotel Darwin on 5 Jul 2026 start from NZ$376, 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 Argus Hotel Darwin?

Yep, Argus Hotel Darwin has a covered self car park for AUD 9 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Argus Hotel Darwin?

The closest beach to Argus Hotel Darwin is Mindil Beach (1.7 km).

Does Argus Hotel Darwin have a pool?

Argus Hotel Darwin has an outdoor pool.

Does Argus Hotel Darwin serve breakfast?

You bet, buffet breakfast is offered daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Argus Hotel Darwin?

No, Argus Hotel Darwin does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Argus Hotel Darwin?

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

Are pets allowed at Argus Hotel Darwin?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Argus Hotel Darwin?

There isn't one on site, but Gardens Park Golf Links is a short 17-minute walk away.

Argus Hotel Darwin Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 544 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 367 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1000 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

simon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great job enjoyed my stay friendly and welcoming Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
After a mix up on dates the staff at Argus and Wotif sorted it out so efficiently i was very impressed. The bed, air conditioning and bath room were excellent i found it hard to leave. Would recommend Argus to anyone heading to darwin.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tsz Ka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff is very nice. And the location is quite good
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and very confortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and friendly staff. Kids loved the breakfast too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

The room was very comfortable, the staff were helpful and it's in a great location. Good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

watkins

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really need our recent stay to rest and relax after a huge move ....we extended our time/days twice... Very comfortable clean room, Continental breakfast incl. Friendly smiling staff Will see you again
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

watkins

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This would be our 3rd or 4th stay at Argus Hotel,Sherherd st. Darwin The staff are very smily and helpful. The rooms are very clean. Unfortunately the bed wasnt as comfortable as our previous stays. The air-conditioning is super effective The laundry is very handy The location is close to all we need. We will definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Varghese

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service was excellent. Staffs were professional and friendly. One of the best hotel in Australia that I have stayed.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Morgane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a great stay. The staff at the reception were nice and helpful, the room was clean, the bed comfortable, the breakfast was simple but good. I really enjoyed this hotel and the location was perfect for me.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Carmel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and helpful. My room had a lovely outlook, bed was comfortable and clean and the breakfast very fresh and tasty. All in all very good location and lovely experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teegan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing customer service and the room was absolutely fantastic. The bed was super comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was clean, 24 hour reception desk was helpful and bed was in good condition
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daryl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our accommodation was everything we needed , good size room for 4 people , the room was cleaned every day. A very nice continental breakfast every morning , very friendly waiters/staff during breakfast.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really good quiet and breakfast was great bonus with stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!!!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great 10 night stay! The room was very clean and comfortable. Continental breakfast was certainly satisfying. The staff were polite and attentive. I'd be happy to stay there again
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was courteous and we had everything we needed. A continental breakfast was included and we enjoyed the outdoor pool each day. The hotel is conveniently located and recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room, walking distance to main city
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel very clean and staff very helpful. Nice buffet breakfast open early. 24 hour reception.
View from the room
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

george

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a very enjoyable stay
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay,. great airconditioning and complimentery breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and professional
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025