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DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin

116 The Esplanade, Darwin, 0800

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Nov 23, 2026
Check-out
Nov 25, 2026
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HAPPI EXPERIENCE

The stay, in detail

  • Refurbished Rooms and Tropical Gardens

    Experience the comfort of air-conditioned rooms at DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin, each uniquely designed with a touch of the Northern Territory's color palette. Enjoy the lush tropical gardens surrounding the property, providing a serene atmosphere for your stay.

  • On-Site Dining and Poolside Relaxation

    Savor delicious meals at Aqua Restaurant while taking in the picturesque pool views. Unwind with a refreshing drink at the poolside bar or take a dip in the large outdoor swimming pool. The perfect way to relax and rejuvenate during your stay.

  • Central Location with Stunning Views

    Conveniently situated in the heart of Darwin, our hotel offers breathtaking parkland and ocean views. Explore the nearby Mitchell Street for dining and entertainment options, or take a short drive to Darwin Harbour. Don't miss out on the vibrant Mindil Beach Markets just 3 km away.

Book your stay now at DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin for a memorable experience!

HAPPI HIGHLIGHTS

  • Comfortable beds

  • Good breakfast

  • Welcoming staff

At the hotel

Popular amenities

62 listed
  • 24-hour front desk
  • 24-hour security
  • Accessible parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
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Pools & wellness

  • Outdoor pool
  • Swimming pool

Dining & drinks

  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Kid meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Restaurant
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Wine/champagne

Fitness & outdoors

  • Fitness center
  • Fitness facilities
  • Golf course
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun terrace

Rooms & comfort

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Shared lounge/TV area

Safety & cleanliness

  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Dry cleaning
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Safety deposit box
  • Security alarm
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols

Getting around & access

  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free Parking
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Parking
  • Parking garage
  • Private parking
  • Wheelchair accessible

Guest services

  • Concierge service
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities

Services & essentials

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Family rooms
  • Key card access
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Paid WiFi
  • Room service
  • Shallow end
  • WiFi available

Review in focus

1,002 reviews
1/ 10
The noise from the drilling made our stay very poor. Avoid until the drilling ins completed.
SJ · family with children · 2026-10-14

The guest experience

8.2out of 10
1002 verified reviews

Loved most

  • Comfortable beds
  • Good breakfast
  • Welcoming staff

Worth knowing — Noisy construction · Inconsistent room service · Limited hot water

How guests scored the stay

  • Location8.9

    Close to required areas and convenient for dining options nearby.

  • Service8.9

    Staff were very welcoming and helpful, but some issues with room service and staff responsiveness noted.

  • Amenities8.4

    Great amenities like coffee pods and pleasant pool and gym, but food service was disappointing.

  • Overall Experience8.4

    Some enjoyable aspects but overshadowed by significant issues affecting stay.

  • Cleanliness7.9

    The room was clean but lacked ambiance; cleanliness perceived as standard.

  • Room Quality7.9

    Comfortable beds but issues with room services and amenities noted.

  • Value for Money7.9

    Perceived as overpriced due to ongoing renovations and overall experience

  • Food and Beverage7.4

    Room service food was inconsistent and not always correct; breakfast quality was good according to some.

Live guest feedback

Guest reviews

Mixed experiences

75% of 8 recent stays rated 8+

8.21002 reviews
  • avoid this hotel until the renovations are complete

    1/10

    SJ · family with children · 2026-10-14

    “The noise from the drilling made our stay very poor. Avoid until the drilling ins completed.”

  • Parts that were lovely but ruined by noise and a lack of heart

    5/10

    Susanbe · solo traveller · 2026-10-12

    “Breakfast great. Pool great.”

  • very good will stay again next time

    9/10

    McDowell · solo traveller · 2026-10-12

    “check in was easy facilities were easy and room was quite good”

  • Great

    8/10

    Nina · solo traveller · 2026-10-12

    “The bathroom was in need of redoing”

  • A lovely stay with professional, friendly staff & a great pool to cool off!

    10/10

    Bobbie · couple · 2026-10-11

    “The pool & the staff”

  • very nice stay

    9/10

    patrice · extended group · 2026-10-10

    “Swimming pool and gym , hotel close to the centre, and the Esplanade was very nice to see sunsets.”

  • Guest review

    8/10

    Guy · solo traveller · 2026-10-09

    “Location.”

  • Guest review

    8/10

    Nilmini · solo traveller · 2026-09-18

    “Location and Facilities. Friendly staff.”

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