Novotel Darwin CBD

4.0 star property
Beach fun in outdoor pool, near Darwin Waterfront

Photo gallery for Novotel Darwin CBD

Lobby lounge, garden views, open daily
Terrace/patio
Exterior
City view from property
Interior

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
The current price is AU$148
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec

Explore the area

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100 The Esplanade, Darwin, NT, 800
  • Place, The Esplanade
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Smith Street Mall
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Darwin Waterfront
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Darwin, NT (DRW-Darwin Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Fan
Sofa bed - double
2 bedrooms
  • 45 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Fan
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Harbour View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Fan
Private bathroom
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Twin Room, 2 Double Beds, Harbour View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Harbour View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Harbour View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Fan
Private bathroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Twin Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Darwin

Novotel Darwin CBD puts you in the heart of Darwin, within steps of The Esplanade and Bicentennial Park. Highlights at this beach hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Esp. Restaurant& Terrace, is open for breakfast, brunch and dinner. Atrium Bar & Garden is the hotel's own lobby lounge. Enjoy the Hot tub and pool loungers as well as access to bike hire. 1249 square feet (116 square metres) of event facilities include 2 meeting rooms and conference space. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this Darwin City Centre hotel include Darwin Waterfront and Mindil Beach.

What's nearby

  • The Esplanade - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Crocosaurus Cove - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Darwin Entertainment Centre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Smith Street Mall - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Darwin Waterfront - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • East Arm Darwin Station - 23 min drive
  • Darwin International Airport (DRW) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Monsoons Darwin - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Tap on Mitchell - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Shenannigans - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Aqua Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Non La - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Novotel Darwin CBD

Beach fun in outdoor pool, near Darwin Waterfront
Novotel Darwin CBD offers its guests an outdoor pool and Access to hot tub. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Event space at this hotel measures 1249 square feet (116 square metres) and includes conference space. A terrace, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly Novotel Darwin CBD. For a fee, parking is available.

This Darwin hotel is smoke free.

  • 140 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 1249 sq ft of conference space
  • 116 sq. m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Novotel Darwin CBD offers 140 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Smart televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and fans. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Covered parking on site (AUD 13 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 35 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Atrium Bar & Garden
  • Esp. Restaurant& Terrace

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • High chair
  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 1,249 square feet of conference space
  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift (90 centimetre wide door)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 5 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.4 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 60.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

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 35 per person
  • Covered self-parking fee: AUD 13 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 60.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.4 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Atrium Darwin
Darwin Atrium
Novotel Darwin CBD Hotel
Darwin Novotel Atrium
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Novotel CBD Hotel
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Novotel Darwin Atrium Hotel Darwin
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Novotel Darwin CBD?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Novotel Darwin CBD?

As of 2 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Darwin CBD on 17 Dec 2025 start from AU$148.00, 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 Novotel Darwin CBD?

Yep, Novotel Darwin CBD has a covered self car park for AUD 13 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to Novotel Darwin CBD?

The closest beach to Novotel Darwin CBD is Mindil Beach (1.9 km).

Does Novotel Darwin CBD have a pool?

Novotel Darwin CBD has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Is Novotel Darwin CBD family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a deli, as well as highchairs and free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Novotel Darwin CBD is a hit with families.

Does Novotel Darwin CBD serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet brekkie is served daily between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Novotel Darwin CBD?

No, Novotel Darwin CBD does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Novotel Darwin CBD?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, brunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Novotel Darwin CBD?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Novotel Darwin CBD?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

Novotel Darwin CBD Reviews

7.6

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 271 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 409 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 191 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 95 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Vanessa

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lesley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, hotel a little bit worn but had everything I needed, friendly staff easy check in and out
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, good size room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Sharon lee, Ropes Crossing

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Even though the staff were excellent,the building needs to be refurbished. Very run down.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Business traveller
It’s pretty dated and is in need of updating.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robyn Joan, Ropes Crossing

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room wasn’t always made up on the day. The building and rooms need a face lift.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jason Ronald

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The property offers excellent facilities, with a stunning atrium and a well-presented restaurant area that made dining a pleasure. The pool area is inviting, although it can feel a bit cool in the late dry-season afternoons as the building next door blocks the sun. Unfortunately, the spa isn’t heated, and there’s no sauna available. While the overall stay was enjoyable and the location is very convenient, the rooms could use some refurbishment. The bathrooms, in particular, feel dark and dated, and the ventilation fans don’t do enough to clear moisture. Overall, this is a comfortable and well-situated place to stay, but some updates to the rooms would make it even better.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Tara

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was conveniently located on the Esplanade. Check in was simple and quick however zero engagement by the person checking us in. The rooms we stayed in (2 bedroom apartment) was pretty average and I was expecting more from Novotel especially considering the cost ($1100.00 for 2 nights). Floors were heavily stained. Rooms were very tired. Greeted by cockroaches in the kitchen and the bathroom was really not up to standard with lots of mould present in the shower and toilet (can scratch off easily with a fingernail so surely can clean off by scrubbing - clearly had not been scrubbed for a long time). Makeup from the previous person was on the tiles around the basin. Overall was disappointed and glad we were booked informed the remainder of our stay elsewhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Dayne, Currambine

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Lea

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointing

Stayed 4 nights with friends. Hotel is grubby and rundown and very short staffed. The rooms were dirty and dank with tiny showers it needs a whole deepclean ! Very dissappointed. The manager needs to be fired.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Joanne

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location and clean, the lobby is lovely but it all needs refreshing and updating.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Fenella

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

Disappointing

Unfortunately, our stay at this Novotel was not up to expectations. The room we were allocated backed onto a neighboring hotel that played loud music until 3:00 AM, accompanied by disruptive noise from individuals outside well into the early morning. What was most disappointing is that we were moved from our original waterfront view room at the front of the hotel to a room at the rear, facing the source of the noise. This significantly impacted the quality of our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

David

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

Good value

It was excellent for a short business stay. Staff were very good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Grant

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great location in the heart of the CBD

Parking was a little confusing having to park next door. Otherwise a nice overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice lobby with hanging plants and attentive staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melini

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location great. Hotel very beautiful. The indoor plants make the hotel look cozy. They did housekeeping every day. So it was nice to come back to clean room. Breakfast very basic but it was filling. Overall it was great place to stay and we definitely come back again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Novatel Darwin is my number 1 go to when I want to stay in Darwin city center. Amazing interior and the splendid sea views along the Espinar'd are great, Cheers John Burke
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Pasqualino Taglieri

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location with a room overlooking harbour & views along the esplanade. Easy access to CBD.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025