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88 The Esplanade, Darwin CBD, 0800 Darwin, Australia

#152 of 214 hotels in Darwin

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 650 hotel reviews

7.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.8

  • Comfort

    7.9

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    7.2

  • Staff

    8.1

  • Value for money

    7.2

  • Free Wifi

    6.5

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  • Reviewed: August 22, 2022

    8.0
    very comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment with Harbor View - Weekly Housekeeping
    • Stayed 3 nights

    wifi kept dropping out

    great views and location

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: August 21, 2022

    8.0
    Great place to stay although a little expensive. This was my third time there.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Hotel Room Harbor View - Weekly Housekeeping
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The dryer was a replacement and didn't really fit. It was located above the washing machine and the lid could not be opened all of the way. Just awkward. No daily cleaning due to COVID and the restaurant is not open.

    The location is great as it is in easy walking distance of the things that I wanted to do and I loved being close to the harbor. I particularly like having a washer and dryer in the room for cleaning things up after being in the bush. The kitchen was nice too for the times that I just didn't feel like eating out.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: August 20, 2022

    7.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Hotel Room Harbor View - Weekly Housekeeping
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Water in bathroom tap very clunky and noisy. Also bathroom light switches were outside the bathroom, causing partner disturbance during the early hours of the morning.

    There was no restaurant facilities.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: August 20, 2022

    8.0
    It was comfortable hotel layout for pool entrance through main foyer not at all appealing. Staff excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • One-Bedroom Apartment with City View - Weekly Housekeeping
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    lighting in the room is mood lighting with lamps no decent strong lights so couldn’t play games.Swimming pool entrance is via front entrance not a all inviting see people in costumes at front foyer.

    location is good. it was very clean, staff excellent and helpful.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: August 19, 2022

    8.0
    Had a lovely stay with the best location and room amenities- very friendly staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Hotel Room Harbor View - Weekly Housekeeping
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Air conditioner was freezing - we didn’t even have it on in ur room and it was still cold.

    Great location, fab pool, clean rooms

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: August 18, 2022

    6.0
    not worth the price!
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • One-Bedroom Apartment with City View - Weekly Housekeeping
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    no food & beverage facilities room was really cold with air conditioning off - no blanket city view rooms have view of car park luggage store was out in open and didn’t feel secure

    location was quite central good size kitchen if you need it comfortable bed

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: August 18, 2022

    8.0
    Great location, friendly helpful staff, comfortable rooms with great view of the ocean
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Hotel Room Harbor View - Weekly Housekeeping
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The 7am evacuation and no explanation

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: August 16, 2022

    6.0
    Darwin is a great spot - location of hotel is great
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment with Harbor View - Weekly Housekeeping
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Cost outweighed value decor is old and needs updating and modernising

    location

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: August 13, 2022

    8.0
    Lovely relaxing stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment with City View - Weekly Housekeeping
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    the Back rooms are noisy ,right in the backpacker night club district ,we moved to the front because of this .Not as bad if you have the door shut .

    the front rooms had a wonderful view and balcony .Lovely pool as well .

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: August 11, 2022

    6.0
    Just Adequate
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment with City View - Weekly Housekeeping
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We arrived at 1am very tired got the key ok from lock box as organized however the battery was flat on lock to room and so we had to ring staff at 1.00!am. Not happy. Not a good way to welcome tired guests. Why wasn’t the battery checked !!! Also next day staff programmed key fir checkout as day we arrived so we were locked out again instead of the day we were supposed to leave Not happy. Had to go back to get staff to fix the dates for proper key use.

    There was no breakfast here !!!

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: August 10, 2022

    7.0
    Overall enjoyed it!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Hotel Room Harbor View - Weekly Housekeeping
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No dining options or room service within property.

    Staff were outstanding, central location, very clean property, quiet, comfortable beds.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: August 7, 2022

    6.0
    Comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment with City View - Weekly Housekeeping
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The noise in the night from the restaurants/pubs close by

    The location was great as it was close to the cbd and the water.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: August 6, 2022

    7.0
    Great location but a bit tired looking
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • One-Bedroom Apartment with Harbor View - Weekly Housekeeping
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    problems with hot water & toaster. no housekeeping. very cold air conditioning in hallways.

    location

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: July 29, 2022

    8.0
    Very relaxing and enjoyable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Hotel Room City View - Weekly Housekeeping
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Would have liked a restaurant/bar and a gym

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: July 25, 2022

    7.0
    Perfect location
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Hotel Room Harbor View - Weekly Housekeeping
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There was an issue with the linen, leaving us with only a thin blanket and no top sheet. We were very cold during the night. Rooms need updating

    Location was perfect

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: July 24, 2022

    7.0
    A decent enough hotel with nice and helpful staff but I don’t see the nearly $1,000 per night value for a family of five
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • 2 Bedroom Dual Key Apartment City View – Weekly Housekeeping
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The dryer did not work well. The blankets were not warm enough. The neighbouring hostels were loud until the early morning hours.

    The location was great. Very close to many restaurants and shops and to the esplanade.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: July 21, 2022

    8.0
    Great place for a family holiday
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment with Harbor View - Weekly Housekeeping
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Musky smell in apartment, dated flooring & no top sheets on beds. Also possible bedbugs in 1 bed!

    Location & size of apartment Good storage good staff

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: July 17, 2022

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment - Weekly Housekeeping
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Didnt have proper linen no top sheet and only a thin cover.We froze as air con had no adjustment for temperature so turned it off and still was cold. It was a 3 bedroom unit with only 2 balcony chairs.

    Great location beautiful view.Good size balcony. A rooms spacious with comfortable bedding and built in wardrobe. Very spacious unit with great kitchen. Location excellent.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: July 14, 2022

    8.0
    Close to Mitchell street, pool lovely great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Hotel Room City View - Weekly Housekeeping
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Restaurant and bar no longer there very disappointed on arrival

    Location excellent

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: July 12, 2022

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment - Weekly Housekeeping
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Could not work out the logic of the air-conditioning. Despite 2 visits by maintenance, the dishwasher did not clean & made things frustrating by "baking" on the residue so that hand washing was very difficult. Parking is not included in the tarrif & street parking is metered from 8am to 9pm.

    The location is ideal for access to activities, dining & supermarket. Spacious apartment with fabulous views of the harbour.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: July 11, 2022

    7.0
    WE enjoyed and hope to return to Room 812 in 2023
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment with Harbor View - Weekly Housekeeping
    • Stayed 7 nights

    No extra blanket in room but obtained one from reception

    Superb view from Room 812

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: July 10, 2022

    8.0
    Good location. Spacious apartment. service. Bathrooms need an update
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment with City View - Weekly Housekeeping
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The building is tired. Bathroom needs an update. Noisy, but effective air con. Shower over the bath not great. Great to have washing machine although the spin was not working at the end of our stay.

    Good location. Great customer service. spacious apartment. Nice sunny balcony.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: July 8, 2022

    8.0
    Good location and facilities, suited us.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment with Harbor View - Weekly Housekeeping
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Pillows were a little soft for our liking. 2 luggage racks would be a good idea. One person always has to put their suitcase on the floor.

    This was our second stay at the Mantra. We like the location as it is very central to restaurants, Coles, shops and pubs. We like the relaxed, casual atmosphere and makes us feel we are in The Territory. We had a room with a harbour view from which we could watch the lovely sunsets or just sit of the balcony. The unit is well set up but would not suit someone who want to do a lot of cooking as the kitchen is fairly basic. The pool although not large is fine for a quick dip or to lounge beside. I like the fact that the lounge and bedroom are completely separated and that there is a totally separate bathroom. (not a glass wall).

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: July 6, 2022

    7.0
    a perfect base to explore Darwin although a bit dated
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment - Weekly Housekeeping
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    furniture and carpet dated and worn

    location was excellent

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: July 4, 2022

    6.0
    Location great but needs an upgrade for what you pay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment with City View - Weekly Housekeeping
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    room was dark and needs an upgrade carpet was worn and so was the lounge shower bath combo bit awkward and no hair dryer bed was ok two singles together needed an extra blanket as room chilly with a/c on which was needed to stop the room being stuffy

    staff were accommodating Location ….close to esplanade nice walk track close to supermarket waterfront restaurant not too far a walk 10min enough kitchen utensils to make a basic breakfast …. minimal cleaning products supplied

    Stayed in July 2022

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