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4.1 out of 5

"Bit old and run down. Took a long time to check in and took over an hour to get our drinks after ordering. " More

By a verified traveller on Fri 08 Dec 2023

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Hotel Description

DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade puts you in the heart of Darwin, within steps of The Esplanade and Bicentennial Park. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool, and a 24-hour gym.

The restaurant, Aqua Restaurant, serves Mediterranean cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar and poolside bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include free WiFi in public areas, a gym, and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available daily. There's also the convenience of self parking.

Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this 4-star Darwin City Centre hotel include Darwin Waterfront and Mindil Beach.

Double Double Guest Room

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max
NZ$174* Per night/room 29 Mar. - 30 Mar.

Double Double Guest Room High Floor

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

1 Bedroom Suite, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Premier Suite with Balcony, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

King Junior Suite

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade ratings based on 448 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.1 out of 5 4.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.0 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 DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade

Everyone (274) Couples (98) Business (3) Family (66) Other (1)
5 out of 5

Posted by on 28 Dec. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

29 Feb. 2024 by DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin Team

Thank you, Richard, for taking the time to post a review on regarding your recent stay at DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin!We look forward to the opportunity to welcome you back to DoubleTree on a future occasion.

5 out of 5

Posted by on 11 Dec. 2023

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3 out of 5
Bit old and run down. Took a long time to check in and took over an hour to get our drinks after ordering.

Posted by on 8 Dec. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

11 Dec. 2023 by DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin Team

Dear Kylie,Thank you for taking the time to post a review regarding to your recent stay at our hotel. We sincerely appreciate your feedback and we apologise we did not exceed your expectations. We have duly shared your comments to our team for review and action.Thank you again for your time. We do hope you would consider staying with us again in the future.Kind regards,

5 out of 5
Nice location on the esplanade. Able to walk to the wharf to a range of restaraunts. Clean, great staff.

Posted by on 3 Nov. 2023

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3 out of 5

Posted by on 15 Oct. 2023

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3 out of 5
Staff were very friendly and helpful 10/10. Rate the room 3 stars, bathroom need updating, shower very small.

Posted by on 9 Jul. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

28 Aug. 2023 by DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin Team

Dear Toni, thank you for taking the time to share your experience regarding your stay. Thanks for your comments, they are certainly valued. I'm particularly pleased that you found our team friendly and helpful and have duly shared your comments.We look forward to the opportunity to welcome you back on a future occasion.Kind regards,

5 out of 5
Excellent pool. Pleasant outlook.

Posted by on 1 Jul. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

28 Aug. 2023 by DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin Team

Thank you Rohan for taking the time to leave some feedback regarding your stay at our hotel! We are glad you enjoyed your stay especially the pool facility. Thanks for staying with us, and we look forward to welcoming you back on a future occasion.Kind regards,

4 out of 5
restaurant/cafe food could be better

Posted by on 19 Jun. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

23 Jun. 2023 by DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin Team

Thank you Stephen for taking some time to leave us feedback regarding your recent stay at our hotel. We appreciate your positive review and your comments are certainly valued. We have duly passed your feedback to our team for review and action.We look forward to welcoming you back on a future occasion.Best regards,

2 out of 5
Terrible WiFi No water in the room

Posted by on 5 Jun. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

23 Jun. 2023 by DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin Team

Dear Chris,Thank you for taking the time to leave some feedback regarding your recent stay at our hotel.We sincerely appreciate your feedback and apologise we did not exceed your expectations. Your comments will help us as we continually work to improve our guest experience. We thank you again for your time.Kind regards,

5 out of 5

Posted by on 18 May 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

23 Jun. 2023 by DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin Team

Dear Ali,Thank you for your time to give a rating and sharing your experience with us. We do look forward to welcome you back on a future occasion!Best regards,

About the DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade

Location 116 The Esplanade, Darwin, NT 0800

Property Features

DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 936 square feet (87 square meters) and includes conference space. DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade also features a terrace, concierge services, and laundry facilities. For a fee, parking is available.

  • 197 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 936 sq ft of conference space
  • 87 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2013
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Beauty salon
  • Elevator
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • DVD player

Internet

Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge) , Wireless internet access , High-speed internet access

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Internet access - wireless , Internet access in public areas - high speed

Parking

Self parking (surcharge)

Transport

  • Parking: Self parking available for a surcharge

Room Amenities

DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade offers 197 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Televisions come with pay movies. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. This Darwin hotel provides wireless Internet access for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include laptop-compatible safes, safes, and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

  • Minibar
  • In-room dining (24 hours)
  • Television
  • Movies for purchase
  • DVD player
  • Refrigerator
  • Shower
  • Cribs (free)
  • Rollaway beds (surcharge)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer available
  • Laptop safe
  • Bathrobes
  • Slippers
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Connecting rooms available

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast daily.

Aqua Restaurant - This poolside restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

24-hour room service is available.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at anytime

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by noon

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 60.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Contactless check-out is available.

  • Children stay free
  • Number of children who can stay for free – 3
  • Debit cards
  • Staffed front desk
  • LGBTQIA friendly
  • Children stay free - maximum age 17
  • Credit card pre-authorisation
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association

Fees

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: approximately AUD 29 per person
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: AUD 9.95 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Self parking fee: AUD 9.00 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 60.0 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

  • Darwin Hilton Esplanade
  • DoubleTree Darwin Esplanade
  • DoubleTree Hilton Darwin Esplanade
  • DoubleTree Hilton Esplanade Darwin
  • Hilton Darwin Esplanade
  • Hilton Esplanade
  • DoubleTree Hilton Darwin Esplanade Hotel
  • DoubleTree Hilton Esplanade Hotel
  • DoubleTree Hilton Esplanade
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade Hotel
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade Darwin
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade Hotel Darwin

You should know

  • Up to 3 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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Frequently Asked Questions

*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.