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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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Queen Room
Max:
2 persons
175 sq. feet 
Bed options:
1 Double bed
Shower
Air conditioning
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King Room
Max:
2 persons
220 sq. feet 
Bed options:
1 King Size Bed
Shower
Air conditioning
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Family Room
Max:
3 persons
280 sq. feet 
Bed options:
2 Single beds
Shower
Air conditioning
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Getting around

All Transportation Options at a Glance

City Center
Darwin700 ft
Airports
Darwin International (DRW) 7.8 mi
Bathurst Island (BRT) 11.9 mi
Train
Darwin Train Station 5.7 mi

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

General

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

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness center
  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

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

Dining

  • Outdoor dining area

Business

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

Children

  • Cribs

Spa & Leisure

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

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • 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
900 ft
Church
St Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Cathedral
1500 ft
Bicentennial Park
Darwin Cenotaph
1400 ft
Nawurlandja Lookout
1800 ft
Gallery
Aboriginal Fine Arts Gallery
700 ft
Gallery
Paul Arnold Gallery
800 ft
25 Woods St
Chinese Temple and Museum Chung Wah
1500 ft
Gallery
Mbantua Fine Art Gallery
1400 ft
Gallery
Mason Gallery
1400 ft
Star Village 32 Smith St
Star Village
1800 ft
13 Smith St
The Old Town Hall
1900 ft
Restaurants
City Cafe
100 ft
59 Smith St Darwin City Hotel Ground Floor
Rawgasm
300 ft
39 Smith St Shop 1
Ichi Izakaya
300 ft
48-50 Smith St M20
Ruby Vietnamese Restaurant
300 ft
48-50 Smith Street
Vietnamese Saigon Star
900 ft
60 Smith St
Monsoons
600 ft
46 Mitchell St
Rays Patisserie and Cafe
1300 ft
66 Smith St
Nando's
400 ft
21 Knuckey St Shop T5
Little Miss Korea
1100 ft
Austin Lane Back Of The Old Woolworths Building

Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
80%
enjoyed their stay & would return
8.0/10
Great
Rooms
7.0
Location
7.5
Service
7.5
Dining
5.3
Guest reviews
8.0/10
based on 6 reviews
7.9
7.9/10 based on 3053 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
6.4/10

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
6.2/10

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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