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Rydges Darwin Central

4.0 star property
Hotel with outdoor pool, near Darwin Waterfront

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Exterior
Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool loungers
City view
Studio (Twin) | Private kitchen
Lobby

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Laundry facilities
Main amenities
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurants
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Spa services
  • Air conditioning
  • Front desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Vending machine
For families
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout curtains
The price is NZ$146
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 35 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 35 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room

Premium Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Sofa bed - double
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Studio (Twin)

Studio (Twin)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Sofa bed - double
Blackout curtains
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Studio (Queen)

Studio (Queen)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Sofa bed - double
Blackout curtains
  • 35 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 35 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

King Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Twin Queen Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

King Premier Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Studio Queen

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Living area

Studio Twin

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Sofa Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
21 Knuckey Street, Darwin, NT, 0800

What's nearby

  • The Esplanade - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Crocosaurus Cove - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Darwin Waterfront - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Darwin Convention Centre - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Mindil Beach - 7 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Darwin International Airport (DRW) - 21 min drive
  • East Arm Darwin Station - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Monsoons - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Non La - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Roast and Noodle 328 - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Rydges Darwin Central

Rydges Darwin Central offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Darwin Waterfront. Guests can indulge in spa services, and Salvatores Cafe serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. An outdoor pool and a snack bar/deli are other highlights. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 132 rooms
    • Arranged over 7 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10:30 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 1.50 per cent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests are recommended to download the property's Rydges Hotels mobile app before check-in
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 20 kg per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Secured covered on-site self-parking (AUD 29 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–1:00 PM
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Free use of nearby fitness centre

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Television in common areas
  • An outdoor pool
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 1001
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (centimetres): 3
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Portable shower seat
  • Lever door handles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch LCD TV
  • Digital TV channels
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Free cot/infant bed

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Mini fridge

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • In-room safe
  • Mobile key entry

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services.

Dining

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

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: AUD 350 per accommodation, per stay

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 35.00 for adults and AUD 17.00 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1.50 per cent

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: AUD 500 per stay
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of AUD 30 per pet, per day

Parking

  • Covered self-parking costs AUD 29 per night with in/out privileges
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Rydges Darwin Central offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Rydges Darwin Central does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Rydges Darwin Central?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Rydges Darwin Central?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 20 kg per pet. There's a charge of AUD 30 per pet, per day, and there's also a deposit of AUD 500 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Rydges Darwin Central?
Yes. Self-parking costs AUD 29 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Rydges Darwin Central?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at Rydges Darwin Central?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but SKYCITY Casino (4-min drive) and Mindil Beach Casino & Resort (4-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Rydges Darwin Central and nearby?
Rydges Darwin Central has an outdoor pool and spa services.
Are there restaurants at or near Rydges Darwin Central?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Salvatores Cafe.
What's the area around Rydges Darwin Central like?
Rydges Darwin Central is in Darwin City Centre, a short 14-minute walk from Darwin Waterfront and 3 minutes' walk from The Esplanade.

Rydges Darwin Central Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel in great position
Excellent position, very helpful staff, especially in reception. Cannot fault it.
Nick, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair

lucie, 2-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very good

Well located
JOHN, 5-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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Samantha, 4-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Great spot not fancy but great staff , clean and tidy accessable to most things
Fiona Margaret, 10-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

It was conveniently located in the centre of Darwin with easy access to shops and restaurants the waterfront is an easy walk to get too. No real services at the hotel.
Craig, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Totally enjoyed myself great location
Mark, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Dianne, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Sandra, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Hotel was close to meeting venue and the staff was very helpful in getting me checked in earlier than expected, however the smell of cleaning product in my room was overwhelming.
Jaewon, 3-night business trip
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8/10 Very good

Had to pay for parking
Radha, 5-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

The staff? What Staff? There was only one staff member who was lovely, helpful and polite. I am not a fan of the contactless system. I like meeting the staff. Plus there really is no room service given you have to go down to the café and collect your meal instead of hotel staff bringing it to you.
Shoshane, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean and spacious room, centrally located but surprisingly quiet. Staff on site were very nice and helpful.
KAORU, 5-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Daryl, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location to walk around Darwin Cbd
Craig, 3-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

Basic clean rooms and very comfortable beds. Super convenient location and plenty of good dining options nearby
luke, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was spacious and the bath room was good. No shower in the bathtub.
Ian, 4-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

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Tracy, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good

kevin, 7-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The staff were very friendly and always ready to assist.
TERENCE GORDON, 10-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

A good stay apart from no onsite catering
John, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Central, spacious, comfortable
Great stay for business. Rooms big and generously spaced. Central location. Would look to stay again
1-night business trip
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6/10 Good

The room had lots of red stains on the carpet, it looked like blood or red stains. Either way it didn’t look great. It was also quite smelly from the air con and stuffy. Older strange looking building but well located and bathroom was modern
1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Scott, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Central quick easy checkin
Amanda, 1-night trip
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