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4.3 out of 5

"Love the size of the room, the view and the bath. " More

By a verified traveller on Sun 28 May 2023

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Hotel Description

A luxury stay in the heart of Darwin awaits you at Mantra on the Esplanade. You'll be 1.4 km (0.9 mi) from Darwin Waterfront and 2.3 km (1.4 mi) from Mindil Beach. Highlights at this hotel include an outdoor swimming pool.

This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services, and a garden. Other amenities include laundry facilities, express check-in, and express check-out. There's also the convenience of self parking.

Places within a 5-minute walk of this 4.5-star Darwin City Centre hotel include The Esplanade and Bicentennial Park.

Hotel Room City View (Weekly Housekeeping)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
AU$258* Per night/room 22 Jun. - 23 Jun.

Hotel Room Harbour View (Weekly Housekeeping)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Family room with Balcony & City view (Weekly Housekeeping)

Bed Count 2 King Beds Maximum Occupancy 5 Max

3 Bedroom Apartment (Weekly Housekeeping)

Bed Count 4 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 7 Max

Family Room with Balcony & Harbour View (Weekly Housekeeping)

Bed Count 2 King Beds Maximum Occupancy 5 Max

One Bedroom City View (Weekly Housekeeping)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Mantra on the Esplanade ratings based on 516 Verified Reviews

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

Guest reviews for Mantra on the Esplanade

Everyone (309) Couples (137) Family (56)
5 out of 5
Love the size of the room, the view and the bath.

Posted by on 28 May 2023

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5 out of 5
Centeally located, easy acess, great views, large unit

Posted by on 11 Apr. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

27 Apr. 2023 by Terence

Dear RonaldThank you for your review. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay and our central location. We look forward to welcoming you again soon.Sincerely,Terence

3 out of 5
Great location, no housekeeping which would be fine but no cleaning tools in room. Needs pest control, bathroom very old and floor tiles leaking. Very convenient location and good size

Posted by on 11 Apr. 2023

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27 Apr. 2023 by Terence

Dear JessicaThank you for your review.We apologise for the inconvenience you experienced during your stay with us. Though there is no daily housekeeping, our team would gladly refresh towels, replenish amenities and remove rubbish upon request. I have shared your comments with the relevant managers to address with their team.We hope to have the opportunity to welcoming you again in future for a much-improved experience.Sincerely,Terence

3 out of 5
Property was basic which was Ok for the cost but needs revamping as seems old. Also noise with other doors slamming all hours

Posted by on 4 Apr. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

27 Apr. 2023 by Terence

Dear SuzanneThank you for your review. We are glad that you enjoyed most aspect of your stay. We have taken good note of your comments about having the place renovated and have shared same with our Refurbishment Team.We look forward to welcoming you again soon.Sincerely,Terence

5 out of 5
Easy access to the city and shops.

Posted by on 3 Apr. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

27 Apr. 2023 by Terence

Dear KerrynThank you for your review.We are glad that you enjoyed your stay and our convenient location.We appreciate your business and look forward to your return.Sincerely,Terence

5 out of 5
Perfect location, great pool and awesome views. We will be staying here when we return to NT.

Posted by on 20 Mar. 2023

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27 Mar. 2023 by Terence

Dear AndrewThank you for your review. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay with us and we look forward to welcoming you again soon.Sincerely,Terence

4 out of 5
Liked location however missed the old breakfasts buffet

Posted by on 31 Jan. 2023

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10 Mar. 2023 by Terence

Dear KylieThank you for your review and we look forward to your return.Sincerely,Terence

4 out of 5
Was a bit hard to find, signage on and around the building was non existent.

Posted by on 15 Jan. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

26 Jan. 2023 by Terence Lee

Hi TammieThank you for your feedback. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay with us. However, we apologise about the signage and we are looking into a way to have more visibility.We look forward to welcoming you again soon.Sincerely,Terence

4 out of 5
The room design

Posted by on 2 Jan. 2023

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26 Jan. 2023 by Terence Lee

Dear JamesThank you for your review.We are glad that you enjoyed your stay with us and we look forward to welcoming you again soon.Sincerely,Terence

1 out of 5
Not fit to be used at the moment! Contrary to the advert- there was no restaurant, bar or room service NO drinking WATER in fridge- nothing in fridge! No drinking water to be had in the hotel- vending machine broken! Heatstroke!

Posted by on 6 Nov. 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

30 Nov. 2022 by Terence

Dear YanaThank you for your review. We deeply apologise for all the inconveniences that you experienced during your stay with us. We will check all the websites to make sure that all the correct information are being displayed. As for the vending machine, the building manager did place a call for it to be fixed but unfortunately, it took some time for the technician to come on site.We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again for a much-improved experience.Sincerely,Terence

About the Mantra on the Esplanade

Location 88 The Esplanade, Darwin, NT 0800

Property Features

Mantra on the Esplanade offers its guests an outdoor pool, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. The luxury Mantra on the Esplanade also features concierge services, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. This 4.5-star Darwin hotel is smoke free.

  • 204 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • Built in 1997
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator

Internet

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Self parking (surcharge) , Parking (limited spaces)

Transport

  • Parking: Self parking available for a surcharge

Room Amenities

Mantra on the Esplanade offers 204 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable channels
  • Premium channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee maker
  • Shower and tub combination
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Hair dryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Sound-insulated rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Unique furnishings
  • Unique decor
  • Connecting rooms available

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at anytime

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 40.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per night.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

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.

This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place. Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F. Personal protective equipment, including masks, will be available to guests. Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; temperature checks are available to guests; guests are provided with hand sanitizer; cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-out is available. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels). This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of Bureau Veritas (3rd party expert - Global).

  • Parking height restrictions apply
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is available for guests
  • Masks are available for guests
  • 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 not available
  • Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitisation guidelines ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are not available
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are 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 not available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities on site
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of Bureau Veritas (3rd party expert - Global)
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Food service not has not been amended for enhanced safety

Fees

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

  • Deposit: AUD 200.00 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 19 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 40.0 per day

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

Hotel Names

  • Mantra Esplanade Aparthotel
  • Mantra Esplanade Aparthotel Darwin
  • Mantra Esplanade Darwin
  • Mantra Esplanade Hotel Darwin
  • Mantra On The Esplanade Darwin
  • Mantra On The Esplanade Hotel Darwin
  • Mantra Esplanade Hotel
  • Mantra on the Esplanade Hotel
  • Mantra on the Esplanade Darwin
  • Mantra on the Esplanade Hotel Darwin

You should know

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • 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.
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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.