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4.2 out of 5

"Great relaxing stay for my Pup and I, staff were super friendly and helpful. " More

By a verified traveller on Thu 08 Feb 2024

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Hotel Description

Rydges Darwin Central puts you in the heart of Darwin, within steps of Smith Street Mall and Maningrida Arts & Culture. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant, and an outdoor swimming pool.

The café, Salvatores Cafe, is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Enjoy the 24-hour gym and pool loungers. Other amenities include free WiFi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe, and a snack bar/deli. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 1:00 PM. There's also the convenience of self parking.

Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Darwin City Centre hotel include The Esplanade and Lyons Cottage.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
AU$99* Per night/room 24 Mar. - 25 Mar.

Studio (Queen)

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Premium Room

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Studio (Twin)

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Rydges Darwin Central ratings based on 412 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.2 out of 5 4.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.5 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Rydges Darwin Central

Everyone (292) Business (7) Couples (61) Family (42)
1 out of 5
Useless check in proceedure. Poor staff. Unreasonable car parking charge, extortion.

Posted by on 10 Mar. 2024

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5 out of 5
Great relaxing stay for my Pup and I, staff were super friendly and helpful.

Posted by on 8 Feb. 2024

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Comment from Hotel Management

23 Feb. 2024 by rose

Dear Liby, Thank you for taking the time to review your stay. we’re so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found our staff helpful. It’s always great when we can help guests make the most of their time with us. We hope to welcome you back to Rydges Darwin Central soon for another great stay. Regards

4 out of 5
Great being right in the middle of town with the price being very moderate. Of course it would make a huge difference if they had a human being at the front desk instead of a row of check-in computers. I couldn’t get in the front door when I arrived because I didn’t have a passcode or card because I hadn’t checked in. (Luckily a human being appeared from somewhere.) Also I couldn’t find anyone to report that the cleaners had not refilled the soap dispenser. The room was spacious, comfortable, clean and well-equipped. The staff I came across randomly seemed to be nice humans. I will stay there again.

Posted by on 10 Dec. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

23 Feb. 2024 by Rose

Dear Michael, thank you for taking the time to review us and share your experience, my sincerest apologies for this experience. We appreciate your feedback and will take it into consideration as we strive to improve our services. It is our hope that you will give us the opportunity to better serve you in the near future. Kind regards, Rose de La Riviere.

4 out of 5
room was great and staff were friendly

Posted by on 10 Nov. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

30 Nov. 2023 by Rachael

Hi Zoe, thank you for your feedback and I will share this with the team.

4 out of 5
Good price for central location but secure parking too dear at $28 per day

Posted by on 5 Nov. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

30 Nov. 2023 by The Team - Rydges Darwin Central

Thank you for your feedback and hope you enjoyed your recent stay

4 out of 5
So close to conference centre and shops and Darwin centre.

Posted by on 26 Aug. 2023

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3 Sep. 2023 by Chhaya Sharma

Dear Maxine, thank you for choosing us for your recent stay in Darwin, NT and taking the time to share your experience. We hope to welcome you back next time you are visiting Darwin, NT.Kind Regards, Chhaya Sharma Hotel Manager

2 out of 5
The staff were unhelpful at check in and the promised manager follow up did not occur

Posted by on 8 Aug. 2023

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21 Aug. 2023 by Chhaya Sharma

Dear Andrew, thank you for choosing us for your recent stay in Darwin, NT and taking the time to share your experience. We hope to welcome you back next time you are visiting Darwin, NT. Kind Regards,Chhaya Sharma Hotel Manager

3 out of 5
The room was very basic. No frills. Cost was premium at $350.00 per night. Check in was very transactional. Wanted us to use an ap to checkin cutting staff costs to maximise profits i guess.

Posted by on 11 Jul. 2023

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21 Aug. 2023 by Chhaya Sharma

Dear Jan,Thank you for choosing us for your recent stay in Darwin, NT and taking the time to share your experience. We hope to welcome you back next time you are visiting Darwin, NT.Kind Regards,Chhaya Sharma Hotel Manager

4 out of 5
Will return

Posted by on 15 Jun. 2023

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4 out of 5
staff were friendly , was very quiet , ac worked fine , asked for more linen and towels and guy couldnt do more for me , he was very friendly.

Posted by on 31 May 2023

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About the Rydges Darwin Central

Location 21 Knuckey Street, Darwin, NT 0800

Property Features

Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Rydges Darwin Central offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. Spa services, tour/ticket assistance, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Rydges Darwin Central. For a fee, parking is available. This Darwin hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 132 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free cribs/infant beds

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Self parking (surcharge)

Transport

  • Parking: Self parking available for a surcharge

Room Amenities

Rydges Darwin Central offers 132 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Darwin hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • HD television
  • Digital channels
  • Movies for purchase
  • Coffee maker
  • Luxury bedding
  • Shower
  • Cribs (free)
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Sound-insulated rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Desk chair

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Salvatores Cafe - This café serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at midnight

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight. If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and an access code. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. Guests are recommended to download the property's Rydges Hotels mobile app before check-in.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight.
Guests arriving after 10:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in information and an access code. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. Guests are recommended to download the property's Rydges Hotels mobile app before check-in.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10:30 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Pet Policy

  • Pets: AUD 30 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of AUD 500 per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 44 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Policies

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.

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 major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • Parking height restrictions apply
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Debit cards
  • UnionPay
  • Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • LGBTQIA friendly
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff do not wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is available for guests
  • Masks are available for guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are available
  • Individually wrapped food options are available through room service
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Masks are not compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities on site
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of Ecolab (3rd party expert - Global)
  • Food service not has not been amended for enhanced safety
  • Property does not offer on-site COVID-19 testing
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in
  • Property mobile app recommended for guests
  • Property mobile app name Rydges Hotels

Fees

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

  • Deposit: AUD 350 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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 35.00 for adults and AUD 17.00 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: AUD 29 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet deposit: AUD 500 per stay
  • Pet fee: AUD 30 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.50 percent

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

Hotel Names

  • Darwin Central Hotel
  • Hotel Darwin Central
  • Darwin Central
  • Rydges Darwin Central Hotel
  • Rydges Darwin Central Hotel
  • Rydges Darwin Central Darwin
  • Rydges Darwin Central Hotel Darwin

You should know

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.