Top 10 Hotels Near Darwin Waterfront in Darwin for 2026

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A modern dining area with a herringbone floor, wooden tables, and blue chairs.

A bar area with a counter, three blue chairs, a refrigerator stocked with bottles, and a decorative bird on the shelf.

A swimming pool with a clear blue water surface, surrounded by modern buildings with glass railings and a tiled wall with a geometric pattern.

A modern cityscape with high-rise buildings, a large white building with a symmetrical facade, and a view of the coastline.

1. voco Darwin Suites by IHG

Darwin City Centre, 1.3 km from Darwin Waterfront

"From the moment we arrived, everything about this hotel exceeded expectations. The staff were incredibly warm, professional, and attentive, making us feel genuinely welcomed throughout our stay. Very friendly hotel staff from the reception, housekeepers and restaurant staff too! The rooms were spotless, beautifully designed, and very comfortable — the perfect place to relax and unwind. The restaurant was equally impressive. Every dish was beautifully presented and packed with flavor, showcasing...

Niko

P6,625

P6,625 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A modern living room with a large sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the city at sunset.

A hotel rooftop lounge with sun loungers, a covered seating area, and potted plants.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large columns, and a central seating area with modern furniture.

A modern lounge area with sofas, armchairs, and a bar.

2. Hilton Darwin

Darwin City Centre, 0.8 km from Darwin Waterfront

Patricia

P6,747

P7,422 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A waterfront view with a large stadium, a swimming pool, and several high-rise buildings.

A balcony with a view of the sea, a bed, and a table with chairs.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a large window with a view, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

3. Darwin Waterfront Short Stay Apartments

Darwin City Centre, 0.3 km from Darwin Waterfront

Michael

P17,032

P18,735 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a pergola.

A kitchen with a sink, a coffee maker, and a tray of coffee pods.

A bedroom with a large bed, a TV, and a view of a balcony with chairs and greenery.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a thatched-roof structure.

4. Palms City Resort

Darwin City Centre, 0.9 km from Darwin Waterfront

Sheri

P5,816

P6,621 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An indoor swimming pool with a stone wall on one side, a wooden pergola overhead, and a glass door leading to a room.

A buffet setup with various food items and serving utensils.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a city view.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a flat-screen TV, and a balcony with a city view.

5. Argus Hotel Darwin

Darwin City Centre, 1.3 km from Darwin Waterfront

Michael

P7,144

P7,858 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A spacious indoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows with curtains, and a view of the outdoor patio area.

A modern reception area with a reception desk, a blue sofa, a glass coffee table, and a large window providing natural light.

A modern hotel room with a sliding glass door leading to a balcony, a bed with a wooden headboard, a small table, and a chair.

A modern restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating, large windows, and a casual dining atmosphere.

6. Vitina Studios by Argus

Darwin City Centre, 1.8 km from Darwin Waterfront

Anita

P4,879

P5,366 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A high-rise hotel with multiple floors, a parking area with several cars, and a view of the sea at sunset.

A spacious lobby with a central round seating area, a reception desk, and a high ceiling with a glass railing.

An outdoor dining area with tables set for a meal, a pool in the background, and a building with a balcony.

A hotel with a pool, lounge chairs, and a bar area.

7. Hilton Garden Inn Darwin

Darwin City Centre, 1.6 km from Darwin Waterfront

Nicolette

P6,781

P7,459 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

A modern restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, a bar area, and large windows allowing natural light.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining area, large windows with curtains, and a view of the city.

8. Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel

Darwin City Centre, 0.7 km from Darwin Waterfront

Julia

P7,539

P8,293 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A pool area with lounge chairs and a clear view of the pool.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, armchairs, ottomans, and a patterned floor.

A beach with clear waters, umbrellas, and a hotel in the background.

A modern hotel entrance with glass doors, a seating area with chairs and tables, and a sign reading "Adina Vibe".

9. Adina Apartment Hotel Darwin Waterfront

Darwin City Centre, 0.2 km from Darwin Waterfront

Clint

P9,541

P10,495 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A balcony with a glass table and chairs, a potted plant, and a bedroom with a bed and nightstand.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a double sink, and a sleek countertop.

A dining area with tables and chairs, a vase with flowers, and a glass of water on the table.

A woman sitting by a poolside with lounge chairs and a grassy area in the background.

10. H on Mitchell Apartment Hotel

Darwin City Centre, 1.6 km from Darwin Waterfront

Tahlia

P7,359

P8,095 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

A pool area with lounge chairs and a canopy labeled "PELICAN POOL & SPA HOIST".

A balcony with a Buddha statue, outdoor seating, and a view of the city.

A high-rise hotel with a rooftop garden, a marina with boats, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, yellow cushions, a wooden coffee table, and a view of the balcony through glass doors.

11. Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin

Darwin City Centre, 0.8 km from Darwin Waterfront

Wayland

P8,885

P8,885 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a TV, and a painting.

A modern building with a large glass facade, a pool area with umbrellas, and a waterfront view.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple shelves of bottles, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A modern building with a large illuminated sign reading "DARWIN'S INNOVATION CENTRE".

12. Courtyard By Marriott Darwin

Darwin City Centre, 1.2 km from Darwin Waterfront

Gary

P5,712

P6,283 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a tiled deck and a small bridge.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a patterned wall.

A balcony with a table and chairs, offering a city view and a glimpse of the sea.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa set, a TV, and a view of the sea.

13. Mantra Pandanas

Darwin City Centre, 0.8 km from Darwin Waterfront

Nancy

P8,117

P8,117 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and potted plants, surrounded by a white building with balconies.

A beach with clear turquoise water, boats, and a rocky shoreline.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, refrigerator, and stove.

A multi-story hotel with a swimming pool, balconies, and outdoor seating areas.

14. Metro Advance Apartments & Hotel, Darwin

Darwin City Centre, 1.2 km from Darwin Waterfront

John

P6,240

P6,864 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A poolside view with palm trees and a clear sky.

A person sitting on a sofa in a room with a large window, a small table, and a water feature.

A balcony with a view of a beach and palm trees.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a TV on a wooden cabinet.

15. Mindil Beach Casino Resort

The Gardens, 2.9 km from Darwin Waterfront

Ian

P10,339

P11,373 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

An indoor swimming pool with tiled walls and a wooden deck.

A spacious lobby with a curved sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table, featuring large windows and a modern ceiling design.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, two receptionists, and a seating area with chairs and a sofa.

16. Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront

Darwin City Centre, 0.2 km from Darwin Waterfront

Jacqui

P7,626

P8,389 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A coastal landscape with palm trees, a grassy area, and pink flowers.

A buffet area with various food items and a glass enclosure.

A modern hotel with a central dome structure, surrounded by other buildings, set against a backdrop of a large body of water and a colorful sky.

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a view of palm trees and buildings.

17. DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade

Darwin City Centre, 1.5 km from Darwin Waterfront

Frances

P6,781

P7,459 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A multi-level atrium with a central open space and balconies.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, a small table with a book, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A poolside setting with a drink, sunglasses, a hat, and a towel.

A kitchen counter with a bowl of green apples, two glasses of white wine, and a cookbook.

18. Rydges Darwin Central

Darwin City Centre, 0.8 km from Darwin Waterfront

Carissa

P5,945

P6,539 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by outdoor furniture and potted plants.

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a large window with curtains, and a flat-screen TV.

A modern living room with two sofas, a flat-screen TV, a glass coffee table, and a large window with curtains.

A gym with various exercise equipment, including treadmills, stationary bikes, and weight machines.

19. Darwin City Hotel

Darwin City Centre, 0.9 km from Darwin Waterfront

Juan

P4,547

P5,002 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A modern hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a coffee table, and a desk with a lamp.

A hallway with two doors leading to rooms, each marked with a number.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a view of the sea.

A swimming pool with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

20. Mantra on the Esplanade

Darwin City Centre, 1.1 km from Darwin Waterfront

ROBYN

P7,081

P7,081 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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Compare popular hotels close to Darwin Waterfront

Property	Property class	Guest rating
voco Darwin Suites by IHG	9.6 Exceptional 13 reviews	View
Hilton Darwin	9.2 Wonderful 118 reviews	View
Darwin Waterfront Short Stay Apartments	9.2 Wonderful 149 reviews	View
Palms City Resort	9.0 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Argus Hotel Darwin	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View

Top Darwin Waterfront Hotel Reviews

Rydges Darwin Central

10/10 Excellent

"Centrally located in Darwin. Walking distance to cafes, shops and restaurants. Enjoyed our stay there."

Palms City Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Gardens and surrounds were beautiful. Quite private when in villas. Bathroom lovely. Kitchenette very small with tiny sink. Staff at reception and in pool area were very friendly and helpful."

Hilton Darwin

10/10 Excellent

"excellent service all round. Staff were friendly and helpful. Room was clean and shower good. Breakfast was also a nice touch to our stay but it's not included that's extra $. Great location as well for those travelling to Darwin for the first time."

Argus Hotel Darwin

8/10 Good

"Good, reasonably priced hotel in a central location in Darwin. The continental breakfast included in the price did not offer a very good selection, just fruit, toast and cereals. A cooked break fast was offered for A$10 but again, quite a limited range. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly. Overall a good experience."

Mindil Beach Casino Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Great location especially for the beach markets next door. Two beautiful pools, beach lagoon and also infinity pool. Lots of dining options, a great relaxed vibe. Wish we had stayed longer, will return"

The Leea Darwin

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel and the restaurant was very good"

Mantra on the Esplanade

10/10 Excellent

"The harbour view was fantastic. A lovely, large apartment. Great pool."

Nightcap at the Cavenagh

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, simple clean rooms, perfect pool area, close to anything you need. Have recommended to friends and will return again"

Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Few cracks starting to appear in corners, needs a bit of a general tidy up but thats being very picky, great place to stay, centrally located and easy walk to CBD, will stay again."

Other attractions near Darwin Waterfront

WWII Oil Storage Tunnels

8.6/10 (13 reviews)

Find out about the history of Darwin when you spend time at WWII Oil Storage Tunnels. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Darwin Convention Centre

8.0/10 (524 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at Darwin Convention Centre during your trip to Warf Precinct. Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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Christ Church Anglican Cathedral Darwin

6.8/10 (8 reviews)

After visiting Christ Church Anglican Cathedral Darwin, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Darwin. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Stokes Hill Wharf

8.8/10 (915 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Warf Precinct with a trip to Stokes Hill Wharf. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Brown's Mart Theatre

6.8/10 (5 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at Brown's Mart Theatre during your trip to Darwin. Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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Government House

7.6/10 (17 reviews)

Government House is just one of the places to see in Darwin, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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Northern Territory Library

7.4/10 (6 reviews)

After visiting Northern Territory Library, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Darwin. Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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Chung Wah Temple

6.4/10 (9 reviews)

Chung Wah Temple is just one of the places to see in Darwin, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Darwin Waterfront?

Darwin Waterfront is located in a welcoming area of Warf Precinct known for its array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 442 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Darwin Waterfront?

Rydges Darwin Central is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Darwin Waterfront. Other good options within a short distance include Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel and Palms City Resort.

How many hotels will I find near Darwin Waterfront?

Expedia has 442 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Darwin Waterfront.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Darwin Waterfront, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to Darwin Waterfront.

What can I see and do near Darwin Waterfront?

Study the collections at Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory, World War II Display, or Fannie Bay Gaol Museum. Sights like WWII Oil Storage Tunnels and Brown's Mart Theatre highlight some of the local culture. You can enjoy live performances at Darwin Deckchair Cinema and Darwin Entertainment Centre.

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Our top choices for Darwin Waterfront hotels

1. voco Darwin Suites by IHG

2. Hilton Darwin

3. Darwin Waterfront Short Stay Apartments

4. Palms City Resort

5. Argus Hotel Darwin

6. Vitina Studios by Argus

7. Hilton Garden Inn Darwin

8. Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel

9. Adina Apartment Hotel Darwin Waterfront

10. H on Mitchell Apartment Hotel

11. Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin

12. Courtyard By Marriott Darwin

13. Mantra Pandanas

14. Metro Advance Apartments & Hotel, Darwin

15. Mindil Beach Casino Resort

16. Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront

17. DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade

18. Rydges Darwin Central

19. Darwin City Hotel

20. Mantra on the Esplanade

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Top Darwin Waterfront Hotel Reviews

Rydges Darwin Central

Palms City Resort

Hilton Darwin

Argus Hotel Darwin

Mindil Beach Casino Resort

The Leea Darwin

Mantra on the Esplanade

Nightcap at the Cavenagh

Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel

Other attractions near Darwin Waterfront

WWII Oil Storage Tunnels

Darwin Convention Centre

Christ Church Anglican Cathedral Darwin

Stokes Hill Wharf

Brown's Mart Theatre

Government House

Northern Territory Library

Chung Wah Temple

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