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Mantra on the Esplanade

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel in Darwin with an outdoor pool

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Apartment, 3 Bedrooms
Penthouse (Apartment) | Private kitchen
Balcony
Flat-screen TV
Balcony

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$370
includes taxes & fees
21 July - 22 July

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88 The Esplanade, Darwin, NT, 0800
  • The Esplanade
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Darwin Waterfront
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Mindil Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Darwin, NT (DRW-Darwin Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, City View (Dual Key)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
  • 81 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Penthouse (Apartment)

Penthouse (Apartment)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 4 Single Beds and 1 King Bed OR 3 King Beds

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Flat-screen TV

Room, 1 Bedroom, City View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
  • 54 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

Room, City View (Hotel)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 27 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Harbour View | Living area

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Harbour View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
  • 27 sq m
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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View from room

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Harbour View (Dual Key)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
  • 81 sq m
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Room, Harbour View (Hotel)

Room, Harbour View (Hotel)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • 27 sq m
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Interior

Penthouse Apartment

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Single Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Hotel Room Harbour View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

2 Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Living area

2 Bedroom Dual Key Apartment City View

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

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Living area

2 Bedroom Dual Key Apartment Harbour View

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

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Living area

One Bedroom Apartment With Harbour View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Hotel Room City View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Combined shower/bathtub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

One Bedroom Apartment With City View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

Three Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Single Beds

About the area

Darwin

A luxury stay in the heart of Darwin awaits you at Mantra on the Esplanade. Within steps you'll find The Esplanade and Darwin Waterfront within a 20-minute stroll. Highlights at this hotel include an outdoor swimming pool. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a garden. Other amenities include laundry facilities, express check-in and express check-out. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Near this 4.5-property class Darwin City Centre hotel, you'll find Mindil Beach.

What's nearby

  • The Esplanade - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Darwin Waterfront - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Darwin Convention Centre - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Mindil Beach - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Cullen Bay Marina - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • East Arm Darwin Station - 24 min drive
  • Darwin International Airport (DRW) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Monsoons - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Shenannigans - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Tap on Mitchell - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hanuman - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Mantra on the Esplanade

Luxury hotel in Darwin with an outdoor pool
Mantra on the Esplanade offers its guests an outdoor pool, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. The luxury Mantra on the Esplanade also features concierge services, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4.5-star Darwin hotel is smoke free.

  • 204 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • Built in 1997
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Mantra on the Esplanade offers 204 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Filipino, French, Hindi, Korean, Russian, Spanish, Ukranian

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Secured, covered parking on site (AUD 19 per night)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 8 floors
  • Built in 1997
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 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 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 40.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: AUD 200.00 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.

  • Covered self-parking fee: AUD 19 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 40.0 per day

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • 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.

Property is also known as

Mantra Esplanade Aparthotel
Mantra Esplanade Aparthotel Darwin
Mantra Esplanade Darwin
Mantra Esplanade Hotel Darwin
Mantra On The Esplanade Darwin
Mantra On The Esplanade Hotel Darwin
Mantra Esplanade Hotel
Mantra on the Esplanade Hotel
Mantra on the Esplanade Darwin
Mantra on the Esplanade Hotel Darwin

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Mantra on the Esplanade?

Mantra on the Esplanade offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Mantra on the Esplanade?

As of 1 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mantra on the Esplanade on 21 Jul 2025 start from NZ$370.36, excluding 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 Mantra on the Esplanade?

Yep, Mantra on the Esplanade has a secured covered self car park with in/out privileges for AUD 19 per night. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Mantra on the Esplanade?

The closest beach to Mantra on the Esplanade is Mindil Beach (2 km).

Does Mantra on the Esplanade have a pool?

Mantra on the Esplanade has an outdoor pool. The pool is open 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Mantra on the Esplanade serve breakfast?

Yeah, brekkie is offered daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Mantra on the Esplanade?

No, Mantra on the Esplanade does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Mantra on the Esplanade?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Mantra on the Esplanade's onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Mantra on the Esplanade?

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

Are pets allowed at Mantra on the Esplanade?

No, pets are not allowed.

Mantra on the Esplanade Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 393 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 378 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 151 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1004 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good position value for money
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

jamie

Travelled with partner
No mini bar,no food,exhaust fan excruciatingly noisy up to 8 minutes after turning off bathroom light.window unopenable,aircon noisy.All for $358.per night.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ruth Elizabeth

Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Sean

Business traveller
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
There are no guest services or facilities. It is purely accommodation only. No restaurants, no room service, etc. The rooms are not serviced during your stay. Staff a polite and friendly but cant help you with anything.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

ROSS

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tired property. Not great.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Ashley

Liked: Staff & service
Bed was comfy. Bathroom was a bit outdated. Plenty of room. Only complaint is bedroom window was filthy. And the tv volume didn’t work. In general a nice comfy room with a great view from the balcony.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and within easy walking distance to Darwin waterfront. Lovely water views from balcony. Carparking was easy in the basement. Staff were very friendly and helpful. One bedroom apartment was very roomy and perfect for our one week stay in Darwin. Liked that we could walk next door to the Novatel for a delicious buffet breakfast or a dinner at nighttime.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dorothy

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Mantra on the Esplanade Darwin is totally overpriced for the quality of the establishment. It is in extreme need of maintenance in many areas , and don't bother paying extra for a view. You can't see out the windows for the dirt and mould. The fridge was frozen up and dirty. The walls were grubby with scuff marks. In need of painting. The mirror in the bathroom was pitted with rust. The bath had no anti slip. A panel in the lift fell away.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Penny

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Position of this hotel overlooking water was beautiful and quiet. 3 bedroom Apartment was perfect for a five person family. Unfortunately the negatives outweighed the positives. Hotel pool was open to any person walking by (resident or not). No onsite dining/shop/refreshments. Limited staff. No first aid kit onsite. No AED on site. No staff trained in first aid. No deep cleaning of couches and rug witnessed after a contamination incident in foyer I have always stayed in Mantra hotels but this will be my last
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Kerri

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We got fire alarmed 3 times, which was annoying, obviously a fault somewhere. The pool needs more lounges, there was only 6, so often there was nowhere to sit. Staff were lovely, & very helpful.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Liz

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Reception was inadequately staffed at 2pm for booking in - 30 plus minutes waiting. No cloth to wipe the bench in our apartment.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ruth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The position of the property was excellent right on the ocean. Sadly although our room had an ocean view it did not have a balcony. It was close to all facilities & walks. The room itself was probably in need of improvement as the bathroom was dated, the bathroom mirror was badly marked & woodwork was in need of painting. However, the linen was clean & the bed comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Munib

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff member who checked me in was extremely ill mannered, his first question to me was how did you get in. I explained to him that the hotel guests were coming in and since I have a booking I came in. Then he said show me your booking and I’d I provided him then he said there is no room available and I need to call wotif and sort it out with them I told him that I have already payed for it and I don’t have anywhere else to go. He said can’t you see I am trying to help you here “it’s your fault u made booking late night mind you it was between 8:30 to 9 pm. Finally he gave me a room took 200$ bond money and told me that the hotel might kick me out tomorrow because that’s not the room I am supposed to stay in, and told me that it might cost me extra 50$ per night. Since I was in a bad situation that night I just took the key and proceeded to my room. The staff member did not have a name batch, it looked like he was from an Indian descent and had short curly hair. I have stayed in many hotels around the world from 3 stars to 7 stars but this was the most pathetic and terrible experience I’ve had so far. I checked out after 2 days and stayed for in another hotel for the rest of my trip. Please pay attention to your staff training and their communication skills.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Jasmin

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

severino, PANAMA

Liked: Staff & service
Very old hotel the air conditioning does not work in the rooms but it is the corridors in the hobby Must Must be urgently reformed this hotel even the obi was really terrible bad bad bad bad
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

LD

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Great location but the reception staff were not professional and borderline rude. We checked-in on New Year’s Day, understandably no one would like to work on a public holiday but the receptionist on duty was just agitated and unpleasant to deal with. We didn’t feel welcomed and this set the tone for the rest of our stay. In the evening, I noticed one of the towels were ripped so I asked room service / reception to replace and they promised to bring it up. I fell asleep waiting for someone to come to the room and in the morning I had to call again to remind them to bring up the towel. On checkout, the reception staff also seemed u professional. She was on the phone and gestured with her hands to just leave the key cards with her. No exchange of words or general courtesy. Management please invest in the customer service of staff as their behaviour takes away from the guest experience. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ann

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlene, Darwin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view over the harbour is amazing. Close to the shops.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Karen

Disliked: Staff & service
Cycad plants at front of building need immediate attention - first impression of Motel not good. Blankets in room bare and we had no confidence they were clean for our stay. Stayed 2 nights for $300 and assumed, like a normal motel, that after our 1st night stay the room would be tidied / bed made / bathroom cleaned / towels replaced etc. No this service has to be booked in advance and an extra $45 paid.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Karen

Travelled with partner
Landscaping requires immediate attention - Cycad plants look terrible in front of Motel. Blankets for bed are old / tired and did not have confidence they had been cleaned. Stayed 2 nights for $300 and after first night assumed that the bed would be made for 2nd night / towels renewed / bathroom cleaned etc. found out not the case unless for give prior notice for this service and paid extra $45.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Zita

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

Darwin visit

Stay at the Mantra on the Esplanade in Darwin was excellent ! Perfect location Quiet with a lovely view and close to the supermarket and eateries Foyer a bit dated Our 1 bedroom apartment fully equipped with many appliances Anything we asked for was acted on promptly Staff extremely helpful and obliging Would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Like most hotels in Darwin, it needs an upgrade, especially the bathrooms. Also the AC in the rooms is controlled and nowhere near cool enough - please lower the temperature to give guests some more control over the environment in the rooms, especially in this climate!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024