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Walkabout Lodge places you steps from Nhulunbuy Town Pool and within a short 5-minute stroll of Arafura Park. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and an outdoor swimming pool.
Furnished balconies or patios, flat-screen TVs and coffee/tea makers are featured in all 41 rooms. In-room dining is easy with amenities like fridges and room service. You'll find nice touches like free toiletries and premium bedding to enhance your stay.
Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site nightclub. Other amenities include a coffee shop/café and laundry facilities. Free continental breakfast is available daily between 6 AM and 9 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle.
With a stay at this 3.5-star Nhulunbuy hotel, you'll be 19.3 km (12 mi) from Yirrkala Arts Centre and Mulka Project.
from AU$284
Standard Room, Non Smoking, Balcony (Standard twin room)
Standard Room, Non Smoking, Balcony (Standard Queen Room)
Bed Count1 Queen BedMaximum Occupancy
2 Max
Walkabout Lodge ratings based on 10 Verified Reviews
Review Summary
3.8
out of 5
4.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness4.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff4.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort3.5 out of 5.0
Hotel condition3.0 out of 5.0
Guest reviews for Walkabout Lodge
Everyone (9)
3 out of 5
I do not like the fact that I have emailed Wotif twice and place of accommodation once seeking a refund of additional guest fee of $74.73 because additional guest was not able to come. As yet I have had no response. This is very poor service on behalf of Wotif.
Posted by a verified traveller on 14 Jun. 2019
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5 out of 5
Good location
Pros:Pool surrounds and restaurant
Cons:Parking
Location:Beaches
Really nice staff
good restaurant
Great spot for campers
Need more car parks
Posted by a verified traveller on 28 Jul. 2018
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Comment from Hotel Management
24 Aug. 2018
by Matthew - Marketing Manager
Thank you for your review and your nice comments about our staff and the restaurant. I am sorry that it was difficult to find a car park at the hotel, at times our car park does get a little full especially if there is a function on. In the future you are more than welcome to park inside the camp grounds as well if the main car park is full.
3 out of 5
Ridiculous price gouging
Pros:Spotlessly clean.
Cons:I'd never book again via a third party as the hotel took no responsibility for the booking.
Ridiculous price gouging as only one other hotel (on the outside of town) so no competition.
Paid equivalent to a capital city 5-star hotel, for a twin room and definitely not 5-star.
Twin room cost significantly more than a double, yet there is also an additional charge for each person over 1 in the room.
You cant use the other bed unless you pay extra although twin costs more!
Arrived and put in a double room.
Told that because I had booked with Expedia (actually Wotif) that not their fault - despite confirming my booking with the hotel the week prior on arrival was told no twin rooms.
Restaurant food better than I expected though unless you are in a tour group - chaotic.
Posted by Robin, from Sydney on 8 Jul. 2018
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Comment from Hotel Management
14 Jul. 2018
by Matthew - Marketing Manager
Good morning Robyn and thank you for your review.
Firstly thank you for your comments on the cleanliness of the rooms and the quality of our restaurant meals.
Our room rates for a queen (1 bed) and twin room (2 beds) are exactly the same. But all of our room rates are priced per person per night which is a common industry practice, not a flat rate per room per night.
Generally when you book through a 3rd party site the amount that you pay to them is our room rate plus their commission, they then pay us the balance (our room rate). Unfortunately the costs associated with running a business in a very remote are extremely high but we definitely do not 'gouge' the market because of our location and we have never and will never claim to be a 5-star hotel.
From looking at your reservation made via Wotif you booked a twin room for 2 people which I believe is the room you checked into.
Once again I think you for your comments about the quality and cleanliness of our rooms and they we exceeded your expectations in restaurant for your meals.
4 out of 5
Arriving Early for Outback Spirit tour
Pros:It’s about the only one in town.
Cons:The entrance is disappointing. It does not represent what is inside.
Location:Location used by my tourist company for start of Arnhem Land trip. It’s position is important and the Lodge provides good food,service and accommodati
I have stayed here three nights as part of a tour group to Arnhem Land. The Lodge has good facilities but the most impressive aspect of my stay was the staff. They were very helpful friendly and courteous. The rooms were very clean and comfortable. The food was great and the pool I swam in every day.
Posted by Leonie, from Mt Martha on 21 May 2018
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2 out of 5
Staff did not know about details such as breakfast that was included.
No one there to greet me on arrival- no sign to say where to go it unattended.
Tv in room- no channels that worked
Posted by a verified traveller on 6 Feb. 2018
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4 out of 5
Comfortable stay
Pros:Friendly, Clean, Good food
Cons:Entertainment, ie movies, cable TV
All as with any 4 star hotel, except TV in my room was faulty.
No movies or cable only downside
Posted by a verified traveller on 31 Aug. 2017
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Comment from Hotel Management
4 Sep. 2017
by Matthew
Thank you for staying at the Walkabout Lodge, we are glad you enjoyed your stay. I am very sorry that your TV had a fault, I will have your teams go through & check all of the TV's to ensure this does not happen again.
Thank you once again & we hope to welcome you back again sometime at the Walkabout Lodge.
5 out of 5
Short stay in the NT
Pros:The Restaurant
The pleasant, helpful staff.
Cons:Gardens/ground maintainence
Front/Entry to Lodge
New Aircons for all rooms
Location:Tours of local area
FISHING
Stayed at the Walkabout Lodge twice in July 2015. The rooms were very clean including the toilet and shower. The bed was very comfortable as well, no problem for a good nights sleep. The aircon was ok, a bit on the noisy side and when I stayed the second time the aircon gave out. [electrical problem]
However the manager soon fixed the problem and transferred me to another room.
The restaurant was well run with pleasant, smiling staff. The food was also excellent.
Breakfast was self service, a minor point, no tea spoons, for coffee or tea.
If there is one item that could improve Walkabout Lodge it would be to clean up the surrounding gardens as well as the front of the Lodge, FIRST IMPRESSIONS COUNT.
Posted by Ozzy, from Queensland on 24 Jul. 2015
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4 out of 5
Close to restaurants, woolies and servo.
Pros:The restaurant was fantastic. Great food, and the meat dish was cooked how we asked. The motel has a relaxing easy going atmosphere.
Cons:Softer beds and new curtains.
Location:All of the beaches are not far to drive to.
Meal at the restaurant was great. Staff were friendly and helpful. ( although they should really pick their time to be vaccuming. It was a little rude to be cleaning while guests are eating breakfast. It has a huge open area for kids to run around and play equipment as well.
There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is available daily. An outdoor pool, a nightclub, and a garden are also featured at Walkabout Lodge. A round-trip airport shuttle (available at scheduled times) is available for a fee. Self parking is free. This 3.5-star Nhulunbuy hotel is smoke free.
41 guestrooms or units
2 dining venues
2 bars or lounges
2 conference rooms
Continental breakfast (free)
Nightclub
Coffee shop
Conference space
Self-service laundry
Front desk (limited hours)
Storage area for luggage
Front desk safe
Garden
No smoking on site
Family Friendly Amenities
Outdoor pool
Laundry facilities
Refrigerator
Parking
Free self parking
Transport
Airport: Gove, NT (GOV-Nhulunbuy) (15 km / 9.3 mi)
Property shuttles: Airport shuttle
Parking: Free self parking
Room Amenities
Walkabout Lodge offers 41 forms of accommodation with an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower. Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Private balcony or patio (furnished)
In-room dining (limited hours)
Flat-screen television
Fridge
Coffee maker
Luxury bedding
Shower
Rollaway beds (surcharge)
Housekeeping (daily)
Toiletries (free)
Iron and ironing board
Ensuite bathroom
Food & Drink
Guests are served a free continental breakfast daily from 6 AM to 9 AM.
Walkabout Lodge has 2 restaurants on site.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.
Nearby Activities
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
Hotel Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Check-in time ends at 10 PM
Special check-in instructions:
The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 9 PM. If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM, please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation.
Airport shuttle service is available at scheduled times during limited hours. Fees may apply. Contact the property in advance to get details.
The front desk at this property is open daily from 6 AM - 9 PM. Guests arriving after 9 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
Airport transport is offered at scheduled times during limited hours. Fees may apply. For details, please contact the property in advance.
Check-out
Check-out by 10 AM
Payment types
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 35.0 per night.
Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Pets
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 are 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.
No cots (infant beds) available
Debit cards not accepted
Fees
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Airport shuttle fee: AUD 15 per person (one way)
Airport shuttle fee per child: AUD 15 (one-way), (up to 14 years old)
Rollaway bed fee: AUD 35.0 per night
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
*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.
