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Top tips for finding Darwin hotel deals
If you’re looking for a cheap hotel in Darwin, you should consider visiting during the low season. You'll find cheaper accommodations in Darwin in March and January.
Hotel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll most likely find the best hotel deals in Darwin if you stay on a Thursday. The opposite is true for, Saturday, which is usually the most expensive day.
Book more than 90 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Darwin accommodation.
The cheapest 3-star hotel room in Darwin found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $95, while the most expensive was $95.
How long should you stay? KAYAK users usually book their accommodation in Darwin for 4 days.
If you want to be centrally located on your trip to Darwin, a large city in Northern Australia by the Timor Sea, then stay at the Hilton Darwin, which is just 5 minutes’ walking distance to the city centre and overlooks the Darwin harbour. Major attractions like the Crocosaurus Cove, Bicentennial Park, Darwin Entertainment centre and waterfront lagoon are no more than 0.5 miles away. It’s also within walking distance to shopping, dining and entertainment opportunities.
For travellers who like to be close to the beach, the Skycity Darwin Hotel is a great choice. It is located on the Mindil Beach and is a short drive away from the central business district. With the Mindil markets nearby, Cullen Bay’s restaurants a few steps away and the onsite casino, you won’t even need to venture into the city. All the rooms here have a sea view.
You can host a meeting or an event at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, which also offers sea views. It is within walking distance of government buildings, Darwin Convention Centre and all major corporations in the city. There are 3 flexible meeting spaces with the latest audio-visual technology and a complimentary 24-hour business centre. You can mix business with pleasure at the nearby golf course, plus the international airport is just a 15-minute drive away.
Enjoy your stay at the H Hotel in Darwin city centre if you’re on a budget. This reasonably priced 4-star property is within walking distance of major attractions and entertainment in the city and offers free parking. Public areas are equipped with free Wi-Fi. Darwin City Hotel, a 3.5-star property in the city, is a 3-minute walk to the Esplanade and offers great value for your money. It provides all the standard amenities and you can use the nearby fitness centre for free.
If you’re travelling with your children, consider staying at the Rydges Darwin Central Hotel, which is a 3-minute walk to the centre. Children under 12 years of age can stay here for free if they are using the existing bedding in the room. Infant beds/cribs are also available for free. A kid-friendly buffet is offered in their restaurant and separate kid’s meals are also on the menu. There is an outdoor pool to keep the little ones entertained.
FAQs when booking a hotel in Darwin
Argus Hotel Darwin, a 3.5-star property in Darwin, offers a complimentary light continental breakfast to all its guests. There are also other restaurants within walking distance. At the 4-star Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront, you can buy one breakfast and get the second one free at its onsite restaurant.
If you would like to explore the outdoors on a bicycle, then take advantage of the onsite bicycle hire service at Mantra on the Esplanade, a 4-star luxurious property in Darwin centre. Kakadu National Park, Litchfield National Park and Katherine Gorge are within easy driving distance from here.
Ramada Suites Zen Quarter, 500 metres from the city centre, has 1 or 2-bedroom self-contained suites with balconies offering city or sea views. They also have fully-equipped kitchens, and the hotel is a 10-minute walk from the nightlife of Mitchell street. Darwin Waterfront Luxury Suites, 900 metres from the centre, are also self-contained apartment/suites with waterfront views, fully-equipped kitchens and laundry facilities.
Centrally-located Travelodge Resort Darwin, 5 minutes’ walking distance from the centre, has a Jacuzzi/hot tub for guests next to the outdoor swimming pool surrounded by palm trees. Novotel Darwin CBD, on the Esplanade, 550 metres from the centre, also offers a Jacuzzi/hot tub. You can try modern Australian cuisine at Zest, its terrace restaurant.
Hotels are safe environments for travellers as long as they properly implement sanitary measures in response to coronavirus (COVID-19). However, we recommend getting in touch with the local authorities regarding safety procedures for hotels in Darwin. For more advice, please view our information page on what to know about coronavirus (COVID-19) and travel.
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