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About the Hotel

59 Smith Street, Darwin, Australia, 0800

Rooms & Amenities

Darwin City Hotel offers Queen Rooms with air conditioning, unlimited WiFi, a TV with multiple channels, a safe, landline telephone, alarm clock, bar fridge, and private bathroom. Family Rooms include two single beds and a double bed, microwave, and similar amenities. King Rooms provide 25 square meters of space. One and Two Bedroom Apartments feature fully equipped kitchens, in-room laundry, private balconies with city views, and 55" LED TVs in living areas. Two Bedroom Apartments span 98 square meters, with en-suite bathrooms in the master bedroom.

Dining Options

The in-house Café serves breakfast, coffee, and light meals. Room service is available through partnered local cafes.

Leisure & Facilities

The hotel has an outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and a business center. Guests receive free access to iFITNESS gym (limited passes) and Gardens Park Golf Links (2km away). Laundry facilities are available on-site, with powder sold at reception.

Location & Transport

Located on Smith Street in Darwin's CBD, the hotel is steps from Mitchell Street's entertainment venues, Darwin Waterfront District, and local landmarks like Crocosaurus Cove (300m) and George Brown Botanic Gardens (2km). Secure paid parking is available on-site.

Services & Extras

The business center provides computers, printing, and scanning. Meeting rooms with catering options are available. Free WiFi, concierge services, and tour booking assistance are offered. Infants (0-2 years) using a cot are charged $10 per night.

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Max:
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16 m² 
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Air conditioning
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2 persons
20 m² 
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Air conditioning
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Family Room
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2 persons
26 m² 
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Getting around

All Transportation Options at a Glance

City Centre
Darwin200 m
Airports
Darwin International (DRW) 12.5 km
Bathurst Island (BRT) 19.2 km
Train
Darwin Train Station 9.2 km

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Outdoor dining area

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Washing machine
  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Location

59 Smith Street, Darwin, Australia, 0800
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59 Smith Street, Darwin, Australia, 0800
Nearby
Zoo
Crocosaurus Cove
260 m
Church
St Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Cathedral
450 m
Bicentennial Park
Darwin Cenotaph
420 m
Nawurlandja Lookout
520 m
Gallery
Aboriginal Fine Arts Gallery
200 m
Gallery
Paul Arnold Gallery
240 m
25 Woods St
Chinese Temple and Museum Chung Wah
450 m
Gallery
Mbantua Fine Art Gallery
420 m
Gallery
Mason Gallery
410 m
Star Village 32 Smith St
Star Village
530 m
13 Smith St
The Old Town Hall
570 m
Restaurants
City Cafe
10 m
59 Smith St Darwin City Hotel Ground Floor
Rawgasm
70 m
39 Smith St Shop 1
Ichi Izakaya
70 m
48-50 Smith St M20
Ruby Vietnamese Restaurant
70 m
48-50 Smith Street
Vietnamese Saigon Star
250 m
60 Smith St
Wisdom Bar and Cafe
190 m
48 Mitchell St Ashton Lodge
Meraki Greek Taverna
350 m
64 Smith St Shop 4
Nando's
100 m
21 Knuckey St Shop T5
Little Miss Korea
330 m
Austin Lane Back Of The Old Woolworths Building

Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 6 reviews
7.8
7.8/10 based on 2763 reviews
Stanley
United Kingdom, February  2024
7.4/10

The hotel is wonderfully located in the vibrant heart of Darwin, offering a central base to explore the city. The rooms, although compact, were clean and had a cozy feel. The service was exceptional, with attentive and helpful staff. The dining options were decent but could use some improvement. Overall, a great value for money stay with a few minor drawbacks.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms, while on the smaller side, were clean and cozy.
Service
9.0
The staff was incredibly friendly and went out of their way to assist guests.
Location
8.0
The hotel is centrally located, making it easy to access shops, restaurants, and the waterfront.
Dining
6.0
The dining options were satisfactory but could be enhanced for a better experience.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers practical facilities that cater to basic needs.
Aaron
United Kingdom, February  2024
7.0/10

The hotel is very noisy due to its proximity to the entrance and the street, but the family room provided was small yet sufficient for our daughter and her boys. The service, though small, was efficient and friendly, making check-in and check-out a breeze. The location is right outside our window, offering easy access to the waterfront and various shops and restaurants. The dining experience was plain, with limited options and late opening hours. The facilities were kept clean and new, providing basic necessities for our stay.

Rooms
6.0
Service
8.0
The service was terrific and friendly, making tasks like car hire, dry cleaning, and laundry easy. It was straightforward and efficient, with no time wasted.
Location
9.0
The location was convenient, with easy parking and a central position in the middle of the CBD, making it easy to walk to most places.
Dining
5.0
The dining was very plain with late opening hours, making it inconvenient for those waking up early or late.
Facilities
The facilities were small but clean and new, offering basic amenities for our stay.
Ian
United Kingdom, December  2023
6.0/10

The hotel is conveniently located near noisy pubs and shops, offering clean and comfortable rooms with a noisy laneway at the back. Although the rooms were on the pricier side, they were clean and comfortable. The dining options were basic and could be improved, while the location, though central, suffered from noise disturbances at night.

Rooms
7.0
The rooms had a cheap toilet spray odor and were noisy due to the laneway at the back, but they were equipped with handy amenities like a kettle and small fridge. Woolworths was conveniently close by for supplies.
Service
7.0
There was a promise of a partial refund.
Location
6.0
The hotel's central location was excellent and staff were friendly, but the proximity to noisy nightlife venues caused disturbance. Despite the price being high due to peak season, the cleanliness and comfort were maintained.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was subpar with basic options and advertised timings not being met. Guests were disappointed with the limited breakfast options and found the value for money lacking.
Facilities
7.0
Mike
United Kingdom, December  2023
7.0/10

The hotel has lovely rooms tastefully decorated and clean, but there are noise issues from the nightclub nearby. The service staff are helpful but faced challenges with parking. The location is central with easy access to many attractions, yet noise can be disruptive from the neighboring nightclub. The dining experience was slow and confusing at times. Overall, the hotel offers comfortable rooms and great service despite some noise concerns.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and tastefully decorated.
Service
7.0
The staff was very helpful and accommodating.
Location
7.0
The location is central with easy access to many attractions, but noise from the nightclub can be disruptive.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was slow and confusing at times.
Facilities
7.0
Basic facilities but functional.
Richard
United Kingdom, November  2023
7.0/10

The hotel's rooms were excellent and very clean, offering new, comfortable accommodations with all necessary amenities, though the smell of chlorine near the pool and moldy air conditioning were noticeable. The service was friendly and helpful overall, particularly thanks to Sam, making the stay pleasant despite some aspects being less accommodating. The location was ideal, being centrally located with easy access to various attractions but also near noisy pubs in peak times. The dining options were decent but somewhat limited, with intermittent availability. Overall, a good budget-friendly choice with some minor drawbacks.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms are new, clean, and comfortable with everything you need.
Service
7.0
The team was friendly and accommodating with a pleasant attitude, particularly Sam.
Location
7.0
The hotel's location is good for accessing the city's attractions but can be noisy during peak times.
Dining
6.0
The dining options are decent but with limited availability.
Facilities
Elizabeth
United Kingdom, April  2023
6.6/10

The hotel had a minimalist room setup, but the cleanliness was questionable. The bathroom design was more suited for individuals with disabilities. The view from the room was a nice touch. Some improvements are needed in maintaining cleanliness and catering to all guest needs.

Rooms
6.0
The room was large but cleanliness was questionable, and the bathroom was not suitable for our needs.
Service
7.0
The service was friendly overall, but there was one rude encounter with a receptionist. Minor issues like missing towels after room service were easily overlooked.
Location
8.0
The hotel is conveniently located in the heart of town, close to restaurants, shopping, and a short walk to the waterfront.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was subpar, with limited and mediocre food options. Alternative dining establishments nearby offered better choices.
Facilities
The hotel lacked necessary items such as tea towels and dishwashing detergent. Minimalist setup may not meet all guest expectations.
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