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Argus Hotel Darwin

3.5 star property
Hotel with an outdoor pool, 8-minute walk to The Esplanade

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Deluxe Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Property entrance
Lobby sitting area
Breakfast buffet
Outdoor pool
Argus Hotel Darwin, in the city center, offers an outdoor pool, gym, and laundry facilities. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi, a tour desk for local adventures, and a lobby TV area. Visitors consistently praise the knowledgeable multilingual staff.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Superior Twin Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(43 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Quadruple Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Premier Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premier Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premier Queen Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Premier Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Map
13 Shepherd Street, Darwin, NT, 0800

What's nearby

  • The Esplanade - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Darwin Waterfront - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Darwin Convention Centre - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Mindil Beach - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Cullen Bay Marina - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • East Arm Darwin Station - 17 min drive
  • Darwin International Airport (DRW) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rays Cafe & Patisserie - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sweethearts - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Moorish Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Makan Stop - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The 1995 - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Argus Hotel Darwin

Hotel near The Esplanade
Located close to Smith Street Mall and Darwin Waterfront, Argus Hotel Darwin provides laundry facilities and a gym. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Self parking (surcharge), express check-out, and multilingual staff
  • A vending machine, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator
  • Smoke-free premises, tour/ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 102 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 40-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Mini fridges, electric kettles, and limited housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (AUD 9 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekdays only)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (63 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • Built in 2015
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Connecting rooms are available for Superior room categories on request.
This property's general deposit is refundable via credit card within 7 days after check-out, pending room inspection.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Covered self parking fee: AUD 9 per night
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 50.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
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 credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
This property provides housekeeping services Monday-Saturday. Housekeeping is not available on Sundays and public holidays.
Property Registration Number 11505884

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Alcohol is not served at this property
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Argus Hotel Darwin have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Argus Hotel Darwin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Argus Hotel Darwin?

Self parking is available for AUD 9 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Argus Hotel Darwin?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Argus Hotel Darwin?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Argus Hotel Darwin located?

Located in Darwin City Centre, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of The Esplanade and Smith Street Mall. Darwin Waterfront and Darwin Convention Centre are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Argus Hotel Darwin Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 538 out of 999 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 374 out of 999 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 999 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 999 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 999 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nirelle

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

Good value and quiet

Excellent hotel, great staff, great location, quiet, secure, good value for money, includes breakfast.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wai Yee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good for business persons, walkable to CBD and easy to find restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Met our needs for duration of our stay. Would recommend.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was good value for the money. Clean and bed comfortable, though did have a musty smell from the humidity. Ask for a room away from the lifts if you are a light sleeper. Breakfast provided in the dining area was basic, but good. No hot
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

DARREN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Check was good, room clean, bed comfortable. Breakfast was good and staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was in very good condition, the staff were excellent, parking is available (at a modest price) and the breakfast was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the hotel and would stay again. Wish there were more selection for breakfast, but it is still ok.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms had everything I could need and breakfast was more than I expected
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jeanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value and exceptional service. The plunge pool needs more steps or handrail to help people less able to access the pool.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Akinkunmi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good & affordable accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice, clean hotel located in the city. Walking distance to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet location and easily walkable to city eateries and parks.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

stewart

Easy to get around from and continental breakfast is more than adequate
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jack

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

Great Stay at Argus Hotel Darwin

Great stay at Argus hotel Darwin. Staff very attentive and welcoming, room was very clean and modern. Free continental breakfast. Close to a local supermarket. We would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel location is perfect, not too close nightlife and everything and not too far either so win /win. Lovely People Lovely StayKay...
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

andrew

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

Three Days in Darwin

Good sized and clean room with decent shower. On edge of town centre so quiet, but most locations within walking distance. Staff helpful. Laundry facility available. Only criticism is breakfast. Described as light continental and that is what you get. Toast and cereal. Fortunately, more substantial options available in town!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything, great to have a light breakfast available. Clean and comfortable rooms and great rates.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leonie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value, clean and quiet!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A good hotel with everything you need. A continental breakfast is included which is a bonus. Staff is always polite and helpful. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Aart

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Exellent
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is spotless, and the staff are very friendly and helpful. Its in a great area
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location being close to all local attractions. Room was cleaned daily and we had a great view.

10/10 Excellent

Kaye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located within walking distance to Darwin’s main tourist attractions. Excellent breakfast.

8/10 Good

Claudette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Continental breakfast with no eggs :( and not enough fresh fruits
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

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