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Rydges Darwin Central

4-star property
21 Knuckey Street, Darwin, NT 1800 796 370
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4.2 out of 5
Very good!
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"Central hotel, very quiet. " More

By a verified traveller on Mon 22 May 2023

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Hotel Description

Rydges Darwin Central puts you in the center of Darwin, 1.1 km (0.7 mi) from Darwin Waterfront and 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Mindil Beach. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool, and a 24-hour gym.

The café, Salvatores Cafe, is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. 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.

Places within a 5-minute walk of this 4-star Darwin City Centre hotel include Smith Street Mall and Maningrida Arts & Culture.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
AU$269* Per night/room 31 May - 1 Jun.

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 425 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 (301) Couples (67) Business (7) Family (42)
4 out of 5
Central hotel, very quiet.

Posted by on 22 May 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

24 May 2023 by Rydges Darwin Central

Dear Bruce,Thank you for taking time to write a review. We are pleased you found the hotel quiet and it's central location ideal to enjoy the city's attractions. Thanks for sharing your experience.Regards,Michelle DavidsonGeneral Manager

5 out of 5
The Rydges app worked perfectly, my flight was delayed but no problem with my virtual room key 👍 Communication from Reservations was fast and friendly. Room was nice amd clean and housekeeping very polite.

Posted by on 9 Apr. 2023

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15 Apr. 2023 by Rydges Darwin Central

Dear Grant,Thanks for your 5 star review. We are so pleased you found our mobile app & virtual key easy to use with the ability to skip reception and head straight to your room. We appreciate your acknowledging our friendly team and their efficient service. Thanks for sharing your experience. Regards,Michelle DavidsonGeneral Manager

2 out of 5
Value for money was ordinary

Posted by on 24 Oct. 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

25 Oct. 2022 by Rydges Darwin Central

Dear Scott,Thanks for taking time to write a review. We appreciate hearing from our guests so we know what we do well and what areas we need to work. Thanks for sharing your experience.Regards,Michelle DavidsonGeneral Manager

5 out of 5
Big room, really clean. Friendly helpful staff. Centrally located.

Posted by on 14 Oct. 2022

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17 Oct. 2022 by Rydges Darwin Central

Dear Colin,Thanks for taking time to write a review. We appreciate hearing from our guests so we know what we do well and what we need to improve. We are pleased you enjoyed your stay and found the rooms large and clean, the staff helpful and our great central location in the heart of the city, Thanks for sharing your experience.Regards,Michelle DavidsonGeneral Manager

4 out of 5
Great location and safty

Posted by on 9 Sep. 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

15 Sep. 2022 by Rydges Darwin Central

Dear Marlen,Thanks for taking time to provide us with feedback. It is great to hear you found our central location ideal to enjoy all the attractions, shopping and dining. Thanks for sharing your experience.Regards,Michelle DavidsonGeneral Manager

3 out of 5

Posted by on 31 Aug. 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

11 Mar. 2023 by Rydges Darwin Central

Hi Judy,Thanks for taking time to rate our property, It is important to us to know what our guests like and what needs more work. Thanks for sharing.Regards,Michelle DavidsonGeneral Manager

4 out of 5
I cannot fault the gr8 service of reception at Rydges Darwin. I d like to give special mention to " Rose" who went on several occassions dueing our stay beyond what was expected!

Posted by on 21 Aug. 2022

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13 Oct. 2022 by Rydges Darwin Central

Dear Anne-Marie,Thanks for taking time to write a review. We are so pleased you found the service and staff great! We appreciate you mentioning the hard work of Rose and we will certainly let her know. Thanks for sharing your experience.Regards,Michelle DavidsonGeneral Manager

2 out of 5
Old and tired Central location Felt insecure in the area at night

Posted by on 20 Aug. 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

23 Aug. 2022 by Rydges Darwin Central

Dear Chris,Thanks for your review and feedback. We are pleased to advise that we have various upgrades and improvements planned for the property. We have our new guest laundry being installed on Monday, we completed a full TV replacement and upgraded wifi access, providing guests the option to stream their own content. Unfortunately some projects are delayed due to supply chain issues and availability of trades/contractors to complete the work. We are committed to investing in our guest experience and find feedback such as yours, invaluable so we can continue to evaluate our performance and areas for improvements. Regards,Michelle DavidsonGeneral Manager

4 out of 5
Liked our room because it was a self catering room which suited us.

Posted by on 17 Aug. 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

18 Aug. 2022 by Rydges Darwin Central

Dear Heather, Thank you for your review and rating. We are pleased you enjoyed your stay and found our studio rooms convenient with its basic cooking facilities. Thanks for sharing your experience. Regards, Michelle Davidson General Manager

3 out of 5

Posted by on 29 Jul. 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

11 Mar. 2023 by Rydges Darwin Central

Dear David,Thanks for rating our property. We love to hear from our guests so we know what we do well and what we need to work on. Thanks for sharing your experience.Regards,Michelle DavidsonGeneral Manager

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 an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. Spa services, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly Rydges Darwin Central. For a fee, parking is available. This 4-star Darwin hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 132 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Deli
  • 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
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • 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
  • 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 25 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of AUD 500 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 per room (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. 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; guests are provided with hand sanitizer; cashless payment methods are available for all transactions; contactless room service is available; guests can access their rooms with a mobile device. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. Individually-wrapped food options are available through room service. This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of Ecolab (3rd party expert - Global).

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • 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 25 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet deposit: AUD 500 per stay
  • Pet fee: AUD 25 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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