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Argus Hotel Darwin

3.5 star property
Hotel with an outdoor pool, a quick walk to The Esplanade

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Deluxe Quadruple Room
Outdoor pool
Breakfast buffet
Property entrance
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$222
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept

Explore the area

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13 Shepherd Street, Darwin, NT, 0800
  • The Esplanade
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Darwin Waterfront
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Mindil Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Darwin, NT (DRW-Darwin Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Quadruple Room

Deluxe Quadruple Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Twin Room

Superior Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premier Suite

Premier Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premier Queen Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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. 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 - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Darwin Waterfront - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Darwin Convention Centre - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Mindil Beach - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Cullen Bay Marina - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Makan Stop - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sweethearts - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Stone House Wine Bar & Kitchen - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Rays Cafe & Patisserie - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Kebab and MoMo House - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Argus Hotel Darwin

Hotel with an outdoor pool, a quick walk to The Esplanade
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
  • 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.

Languages

English, Filipino, Indonesian, Italian, Portuguese, Thai

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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 parking

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.
  • Lift (160 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • Built in 2015
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

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

The property charges 1.5 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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

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.

  • 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
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 per cent

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 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 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 26 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Argus Hotel Darwin on 24 Sept 2025 start from AU$221.62, 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. 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.

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. 537 out of 999 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 373 out of 999 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 999 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 999 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 999 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Anthony

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful, let me know that I had left a book in the room and arranged for it to be kept aside for me to collect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay,. great airconditioning and complimentery breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Travelled with partner
Location was handy, very small balcony, bathroom needs renovation, would’ve been good to have a microwave, humidifier was noisy, had problems with TV access
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Minarah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean property and comfortable beds. Having light breakfast included as part of the package was definitely an added bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Liane, Kingston

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They took a $100 damage deposit for each of 2 rooms which has still not been refunded to my account after more than 2 weeks. Unacceptable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kylie

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff. Very clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lesley

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, staff were very helpful and made my late night check in very easy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Straightforward stay

One night stay as part of a larger trip. Standard hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Late checkout flexibility
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

DARREN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Check was good, room clean, bed comfortable. Breakfast was good and staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sunil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Goods
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Dian

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the hotel and would stay again. Wish there were more selection for breakfast, but it is still ok.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lorene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

isabella

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Average overall, had the bare necessities. Cleaniness needs improving.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was absolutely fantastic..good pricing...comfy beds and pilliws..egfective air con...really clean...laundry with coin operated easher and dryer plus iron..open 24 hours..pool and gym Very simple free continental breakfast..and superhelpful.staff...easy walk to town and off sire car rentals and very quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Cathrine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Clean, friendly and close to things

Good. Lovely service. Breakfast ok . Only thing was that we didn’t have anywhere to sit in the room but the bonus was that we had a bed in 2 rooms ( one in the bedroom and one in the lounge, kitchenette area).
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good hotel near the CBD

Argus Hotel is a nice hotel conveniently located within walking distance of the Darwin CBD
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025