88 The Esplanade, Darwin CBD, 0800 Darwin, Australia
#152 of 214 hotels in Darwin
Guests' ChoiceBased on 650 hotel reviews
7.2Cleanliness
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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End of dialog contentReviewed: August 22, 2022
Malachy
Australiawifi kept dropping out
great views and location
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: August 21, 2022
Lynn
United StatesThe 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
Gai
AustraliaWater 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
Cathie
Australialighting 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
Christine
AustraliaAir 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
Jenny
Australiano 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
Carol
AustraliaThe 7am evacuation and no explanation
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: August 16, 2022
Kelli
AustraliaCost outweighed value decor is old and needs updating and modernising
location
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: August 13, 2022
Joanne
Australiathe 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
Lilli
AustraliaWe 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
Shelley
AustraliaNo 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
Paul
United StatesThe 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
Judith
Australiaproblems with hot water & toaster. no housekeeping. very cold air conditioning in hallways.
location
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: July 29, 2022
Sharon
AustraliaWould have liked a restaurant/bar and a gym
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: July 25, 2022
Jodie
AustraliaThere 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
Robert
AustraliaThe 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
Jayne
AustraliaMusky 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
Jann
AustraliaDidnt 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
Patricia
AustraliaRestaurant and bar no longer there very disappointed on arrival
Location excellent
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: July 12, 2022
Julija
AustraliaCould 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
William
AustraliaNo extra blanket in room but obtained one from reception
Superb view from Room 812
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: July 10, 2022
Dianne
AustraliaThe 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
Mary
AustraliaPillows 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
Barb
Australiafurniture and carpet dated and worn
location was excellent
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: July 4, 2022
Helen
Australiaroom 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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