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DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Darwin Waterfront

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Premier Suite with Balcony, 1 King Bed | View from room
Outdoor pool
Exterior
Daily buffet breakfast (AUD 29 per person)

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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116 The Esplanade, Darwin, NT, 0800
  • Place, The Esplanade
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Darwin Entertainment Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Darwin Waterfront
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Darwin, NT (DRW-Darwin Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Double Guest Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Executive Suite, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 Bedroom Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

King Junior Suite

  • Sea view
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Suite with Balcony, 1 King Bed | Living area

Premier Suite with Balcony, 1 King Bed

  • Bay view
  • 89 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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King Guest Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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King Guest Room High Floor

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Double Double Guest Room High Floor

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

King Room

  • Sleeps 2

High Floor King Room

  • Sleeps 3

Executive Suite with Harbour View and Terrace

  • Sleeps 3

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 3

One Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Premier Suite with Harbour View and Terrace

  • Sleeps 3

About the area

Darwin

Seaside stay .With a stay at this Darwin City Centre hotel, you'll be steps from Darwin Entertainment Centre and The USS Peary Memorial. The Esplanade and Bicentennial Park are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • The Esplanade - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Darwin Entertainment Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Crocosaurus Cove - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Smith Street Mall - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Darwin Waterfront - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • East Arm Darwin Station - 24 min drive
  • Darwin International Airport (DRW) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shenannigans - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Monsoons Darwin - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Tap on Mitchell - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Rays Cafe & Patisserie - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Aqua Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade

4-star hotel near Darwin Waterfront
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
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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (AUD 9.95 per 24-hour period)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (AUD 9 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available for a fee: AUD 29 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator (34 inch wide door)
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Pay movies
  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.7 percent 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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)!

Property payment types

Important information

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 1.7 percent

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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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 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.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • 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).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade to the airport?

DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade is 7.3 mi (20-min drive) away from the Darwin International Airport (DRW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade?

As of Apr 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade on Apr 8, 2026 start from CA $140, 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.

Does DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade.

How close is DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade to the beach?

This hotel is 1.2 mi (5-min drive) from Mindil Beach and 8.9 mi (23-min drive) from Casuarina Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of AUD 29 per person.

Is there a casino at DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but SKYCITY Casino (3-min drive) and Mindil Beach Casino & Resort (3-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for AUD 9.00 per day.

Does DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade have a pool?

DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade features an outdoor pool.

Does DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade have a restaurant?

DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade is home to Aqua Restaurant, which features Mediterranean cuisine, pool views, and a poolside location.

Does DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade to downtown Darwin?

DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade is 0.5 mi away from Darwin.

DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 381 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 399 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 150 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1000 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
The food was terrible and they made substitutions without telling us first
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Lorna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was lovely, as was the swimming pool and breakfast. Lovely and clean and nice surroundings inside the hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hotel, very comfortable and nicely located for the short stay we had. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Noisy with renovations, rooms was ok, staff where very friendly/helpful
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kristi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
I was disappointed with the lack of support when my 14yo autistic daughter got electrocuted by the room hairdryer it blew all our power circuits which were fixed, yet only an apology was offered - sorry mam. I requested for burn cream as the shock blew out of hair dryer and burnt her arm near wrist. Apart from the cream and a sorry no offer to seek medical care until the next day when we were to fly out I asked for them to get a doctor as she was experiencing pain down her arm since the shock- which they couldn’t do they just offered to call me a taxi or ambulance so I could take her to the hospital. This should have been promptly done at the time of the incident not an afterthought when I was the one who requested it. I didn’t feel the follow up or lack of was adequate and level of support in this situation was poor. Good, attentive customer service is what separates excellence from average. Thank you I hope this feedback is taking constructively for future guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Darren

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
renovations going on.... but still full price ??
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good restaurant for myself being solo. Nice environment with a park and bay out front. Hop on- Hop Off bus a block away
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, very clean and the bar and restaurant were near the pool so a great outlook. Staff are friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wilfred J

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Very welcoming with pleasant staff
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

kathleen

Travelled with partner
Shops about a 10 min walk away Hotel was being renovated which we were not notified about when we booked Work started at around 7 am in the morning Hotel was good just lots of broken tiles etc out the front and scaffolding on the building Staff excellent and very friendly
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

adriana

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I travel to Darwin for work and this is my go-to spot. The pool is lovely. I wish they had chrome cast as I stay in and relax after work, but I still like it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible hotel great location but they need to ensure that the dinner dining option is available within a reasonable time not late like 9:30pm not acceptable
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and wonderful hotel but couldn’t get dinner one night until 9:30pm not good
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Alison

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Percival

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025