The Best Hotels Closest to Darwin Waterfront in Darwin - 2026 Updated Prices

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

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

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

2.751.344 ₫

2.751.344 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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 hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, large windows offering ocean views, and a patterned carpet.

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

2. Hilton Darwin

Darwin City Centre, 0.8 km from Darwin Waterfront

Patricia

2.801.865 ₫

3.082.052 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A modern living room with a black sofa, a coffee table, and a TV on a stand. There is a ceiling fan, a window with a view of the sea, and a balcony with a table and chairs.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and stainless steel appliances.

A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a view, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A spacious dining area with a high ceiling, large windows, and a view of the sea.

3. Argus Apartments Darwin

Darwin City Centre, 0.6 km from Darwin Waterfront

Darren

3.859.501 ₫

4.245.451 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

2.415.087 ₫

2.749.522 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

5. Argus Hotel Darwin

Darwin City Centre, 1.3 km from Darwin Waterfront

Michael

2.966.681 ₫

3.263.349 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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.

6. Darwin Waterfront Short Stay Apartments

Darwin City Centre, 0.3 km from Darwin Waterfront

Michael

7.072.991 ₫

7.780.290 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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

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

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

7. Vitina Studios by Argus

Darwin City Centre, 1.8 km from Darwin Waterfront

Anita

2.025.990 ₫

2.228.589 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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 modern bar area with high stools and a central round table, featuring a bar counter and seating area with a view of the outdoors.

8. Hilton Garden Inn Darwin

Darwin City Centre, 1.6 km from Darwin Waterfront

Nicolette

2.815.945 ₫

3.097.539 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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

A cityscape at dusk with buildings and a body of water in the background.

9. Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel

Darwin City Centre, 0.7 km from Darwin Waterfront

Julia

3.130.668 ₫

3.443.735 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, two round coffee tables, and a patterned rug.

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

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

10. Adina Apartment Hotel Darwin Waterfront

Darwin City Centre, 0.2 km from Darwin Waterfront

Clint

3.962.200 ₫

4.358.420 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, floor lamp, and a glass coffee table with a floral arrangement.

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.

11. H on Mitchell Apartment Hotel

Darwin City Centre, 1.6 km from Darwin Waterfront

Tahlia

3.055.996 ₫

3.361.559 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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

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

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.

12. Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin

Darwin City Centre, 0.8 km from Darwin Waterfront

Wayland

3.689.717 ₫

3.689.717 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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 modern restaurant with a long counter, seating area, and a kitchen in the background.

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

13. Courtyard By Marriott Darwin

Darwin City Centre, 1.2 km from Darwin Waterfront

Gary

2.372.019 ₫

2.609.221 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A poolside view with palm trees and a clear sky.

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

A hotel room with two beds, a balcony, a desk, and a chair.

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

14. Mindil Beach Casino Resort

The Gardens, 2.9 km from Darwin Waterfront

Ian

4.293.432 ₫

4.722.775 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

A modern bar area with hanging wicker light fixtures, a bar counter, and a wine rack filled with bottles.

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

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

15. Mantra Pandanas

Darwin City Centre, 0.8 km from Darwin Waterfront

Nancy

3.261.527 ₫

3.261.527 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

3.167.110 ₫

3.483.821 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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

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

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

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

17. Metro Advance Apartments & Hotel, Darwin

Darwin City Centre, 1.2 km from Darwin Waterfront

John

2.591.498 ₫

2.850.648 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

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

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.

18. DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade

Darwin City Centre, 1.5 km from Darwin Waterfront

Frances

2.815.945 ₫

3.097.539 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

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

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase.

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

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

19. Rydges Darwin Central

Darwin City Centre, 0.8 km from Darwin Waterfront

Carissa

2.348.050 ₫

2.582.855 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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.

20. Darwin City Hotel

Darwin City Centre, 0.9 km from Darwin Waterfront

Juan

1.888.314 ₫

2.077.145 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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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
Argus Apartments Darwin	9.4 Exceptional 512 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

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"

Rydges Darwin Central

10/10 Excellent

"Good room convenient location very central Needed a late checkout staff very helpful"

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 with a stop 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 in Darwin Convention Centre during your trip to Warf Precinct. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour 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 savour 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 on your trip to Darwin. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour 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 savour 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 savour 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 savour 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, take a look at the 442 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Darwin Waterfront?

Expedia has 442 hotels and other accommodation options 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, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view 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. Argus Apartments Darwin

4. Palms City Resort

5. Argus Hotel Darwin

6. Darwin Waterfront Short Stay Apartments

7. Vitina Studios by Argus

8. Hilton Garden Inn Darwin

9. Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel

10. Adina Apartment Hotel Darwin Waterfront

11. H on Mitchell Apartment Hotel

12. Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin

13. Courtyard By Marriott Darwin

14. Mindil Beach Casino Resort

15. Mantra Pandanas

16. Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront

17. Metro Advance Apartments & Hotel, Darwin

18. DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade

19. Rydges Darwin Central

20. Darwin City Hotel

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Top Darwin Waterfront Hotel Reviews

Palms City Resort

Hilton Darwin

Argus Hotel Darwin

Mindil Beach Casino Resort

The Leea Darwin

Rydges Darwin Central

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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