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Argus Hotel Darwin

Property class: 3.5

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An indoor swimming pool with a stone wall on one side, a wooden pergola overhead, and a glass door leading to a room.
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.
A buffet setup with various food items and serving utensils.
A modern lobby with a glass entrance, a reception desk, and a large window displaying a garden view.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Gym
The current price is AU$150
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov

Explore the area

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13 Shepherd Street, Darwin, NT, 0800
  • Place, The Esplanade
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Smith Street Mall
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Darwin Waterfront
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Darwin, NT (DRW-Darwin Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Twin Room

A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window with a city view.

Superior Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a city view through the window.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(58 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Quadruple Room

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

Deluxe Quadruple Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Premier Suite

A modern hotel room with a balcony, a dining area, and a bedroom.

Premier Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Darwin

Argus Hotel Darwin places you in the centre of Darwin, within just a 15-minute stroll of The Esplanade and Smith Street Mall. Highlights at this hotel include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Added amenities include laundry facilities, express check-out and tour/ticket assistance. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Darwin City Centre hotel include Darwin Waterfront and Darwin Convention Centre.

What's nearby

  • The Esplanade - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Crocosaurus Cove - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Smith Street Mall - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Darwin Waterfront - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Mindil Beach - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • East Arm Darwin Station - 17 min drive
  • Darwin International Airport (DRW) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shenannigans - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Hanuman - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Rays Cafe & Patisserie - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Table Forty Three - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Babylon Bar - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Argus Hotel Darwin

Argus Hotel Darwin offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. Public spaces have free WiFi. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Argus Hotel Darwin. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Darwin hotel is smoke free.

  • 102 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2015
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Argus Hotel Darwin offers 102 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. 40-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels.

This Darwin hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on weekdays only.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Covered parking on site (AUD 9 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 24 for adults and AUD 12 for children

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekdays only)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift (160 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Built in 2015
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Connecting rooms are available for Superior room categories on request.
This property's general deposit is refundable via credit card within 7 days after check-out, pending room inspection.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per day.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately AUD 24 for adults and from AUD 12 for children
  • Covered self-parking fee: AUD 9 per night
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 50.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 11505884

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Argus Hotel Darwin.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Argus Hotel Darwin?

Argus Hotel Darwin offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Argus Hotel Darwin?

As of 15 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Argus Hotel Darwin on 16 Nov 2026 start from AU$150, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Argus Hotel Darwin?

Yep, Argus Hotel Darwin has a covered self car park for AUD 9 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Argus Hotel Darwin?

The closest beach to Argus Hotel Darwin is Mindil Beach (1.7 km).

Does Argus Hotel Darwin have a pool?

Argus Hotel Darwin has an outdoor pool.

Does Argus Hotel Darwin serve breakfast?

You bet, buffet breakfast is offered daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Argus Hotel Darwin?

No, Argus Hotel Darwin does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Argus Hotel Darwin?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Argus Hotel Darwin?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Argus Hotel Darwin?

There isn't one on site, but Gardens Park Golf Links is a short 17-minute walk away.

Argus Hotel Darwin Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 536 out of 998 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 368 out of 998 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 998 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 998 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 998 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Nice Place to stay
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good location and very obliging staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Had a great stay, room was clean, staff were lovely and breakfast was great. Would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great little place to stay in the city.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff were great and friendly room was huge as was bed breakfast plenty of choice would highly recommend and easy for access to city centre too
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Well located in a quiet part of Darwin. Nice facilities as well. Recommend to anyone wanting comfortable stay in Darwin
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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My visit to Argus Hotel was completely functional for 1 night, but I would have been super happy to stay longer
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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A great stay overall, especially due to the central location and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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Good location, we only needed a space to rest our head for 4 hours between flight arrival and vehicle departure after 40 hours of travel. It filled that need and breakfast in the morning was good enough.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Breakfast was just OK. Staff were very good
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good location close to city, quiet area for my experience. Staff were great and amenities suited my overnight needs.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice staff good location
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

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Very clean and close to amenities
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great job enjoyed my stay friendly and welcoming Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean and spacious room. Good selection of food for breakfast. Friendly and attentive staff. Location quiet and short walk to nearby supermarket.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great all round
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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The front desk were great. Easy access to our room and it was comfortable. The towel rail and toilet roll holder need repair.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Location was great. Property is starting to look tired.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff is very nice. And the location is quite good
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and friendly staff. Kids loved the breakfast too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean and comfortable. Staff was helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really good quiet and breakfast was great bonus with stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
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8/10 Good

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Clean comfortable enjoyable night as always
Stayed 1 night in May 2026