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Mantra on the Esplanade

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel in Darwin with an outdoor pool

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Mantra on the Esplanade blends tropical charm with modern comfort in Darwin City Centre. Guests can cool off in the outdoor pool or explore the garden. Free public WiFi keeps you connected, and bike rentals offer a convenient way to explore the area.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

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Three Bedroom Apartment

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Flat-screen TV

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, City View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Harbor View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 81 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

Room, 2 Bedrooms, City View (Dual Key)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 81 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds

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Room, 2 Bedrooms, Harbor View (Dual Key)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 81 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 108 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Twin Beds OR 3 King Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

Room, City View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

Room, Harbor View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

Apartment (Penthouse)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 108 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds

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Living area | Flat-screen TV

2 Bedroom Dual Key Apartment City View

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Living area | Flat-screen TV

2 Bedroom Dual Key Apartment Harbour View

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

2 Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 5

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About the neighborhood

Map
88 The Esplanade, Darwin, NT, 0800

What's nearby

  • The Esplanade - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Crocosaurus Cove - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Smith Street Mall - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Darwin Entertainment Centre - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Darwin Waterfront - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • East Arm Darwin Station - 24 min drive
  • Darwin International Airport (DRW) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Monsoons Darwin - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Shenannigans - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Tap on Mitchell - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Six Tanks Brew - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Non La - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Mantra on the Esplanade

Luxury hotel near Darwin Waterfront
At Mantra on the Esplanade, you can look forward to a garden, a hair salon, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Bike rentals, self parking (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Express check-in, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services
  • A porter/bellhop, an elevator, and newspapers in the lobby
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 204 individually furnished rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like sound-insulated walls.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and shower/tub combinations
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, cookware/dishes/utensils, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (AUD 19 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 8 floors
  • Built in 1997
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

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Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 40.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per night

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 200.00 per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Covered self parking fee: AUD 19 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 40.0 per day

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM
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
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Mantra Esplanade Aparthotel
Mantra Esplanade Aparthotel Darwin
Mantra Esplanade Darwin
Mantra Esplanade Hotel Darwin
Mantra On The Esplanade Darwin
Mantra On The Esplanade Hotel Darwin
Mantra Esplanade Hotel
Mantra on the Esplanade Hotel
Mantra on the Esplanade Darwin
Mantra on the Esplanade Hotel Darwin

Frequently asked questions

Does Mantra on the Esplanade have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM–9:00 PM.

Is Mantra on the Esplanade pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for AUD 19 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Mantra on the Esplanade?

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

What time is check-out at Mantra on the Esplanade?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Mantra on the Esplanade located?

Located in Darwin City Centre, this luxury hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of The Esplanade and Darwin Waterfront. Bicentennial Park and Lyons Cottage are just steps away.

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Mantra on the Esplanade Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 385 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 375 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 154 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1000 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Susan

Nice big apartment style room with separate bedroom. Great location. Main restaurant strip close by. Walkable distance to the waterfront development. Only problem was the aircon was a bit too efficient. Could only set fan speed. Was uncomfortably cold.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Jian

We appreciated the hotel giving us an early check in (2 hrs) and late checkout (2 hrs). The room is really so so, limited to 2 bath towels for the stay (no room service during our 4-day stay), we had to get (beg) for extra towels at the front desk. WiFi is spotty, maybe because the hotel is an apartment/hotel complex therefore bandwidth is limited. Wish the room has more clothes hangers and a safe. The location is perfect for its close proximity to city center and restaurants, as well as green park along the ocean. Staffs are friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stay. Just a shame that they had no restaurant on the property
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot, great view. Fantastic staff member at the service counter 13/10/2025 1(12pm).
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to lots of cafes etc helpful staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location right on the Esplanade. Close to restaurants and shops.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, clean and friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annalisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent base for family stay in Darwin. Easy walk to main mall, hop on and off bus and waterfront.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice spacious hotel . Could not turn off aircon unit way too cold . Bathroom was quite mouldy .
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

David

Disliked: Cleanliness
Very run down Dirty , wet carpet Old couch No restaurant Very expensive for what we received
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. A plethora of eating options very very close by. Walking distance to free bus, supermarkets, shops, galleries, stop for the hop on hop off bus. Very comfortable bed and loved the size and layout of our room, which was more like an apartment, with washer, dryer, cookware dinnerware and dishwasher.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

frank

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

darwin trip

good spot close to everything
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good position value for money
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, easy to access everywhere around Darwin.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Damien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious apartment for a family of 4 with the convenience of a washing machine and dryer. Coles and chemist was nearby. Our apartment faced the backpacker accommodation so it was fairy noisy till late, better to get the beach facing apartments. The nearby restaurants are mostly bars, the waterfront which is a short drive away had a big selection of cuisines.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Nzeera

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Not enough or difficult to reach electrical access. Room needs updating. No restaurant but accessible at hotel next door. Would not stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristy

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was spot on, sunset views and easy walk to restaurants, pubs and shops
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked the convenient location of hotel Didn't like that we paid for a harbour view and got trees, no view
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Christine

Liked: Staff & service
Late check in was easy. Disappointing
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and within easy walking distance to Darwin waterfront. Lovely water views from balcony. Carparking was easy in the basement. Staff were very friendly and helpful. One bedroom apartment was very roomy and perfect for our one week stay in Darwin. Liked that we could walk next door to the Novatel for a delicious buffet breakfast or a dinner at nighttime.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

jamie

No mini bar,no food,exhaust fan excruciatingly noisy up to 8 minutes after turning off bathroom light.window unopenable,aircon noisy.All for $358.per night.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Awesome hotel to stay at, close to shops and restaurants and hotel room had everything we wanted. Would stay here again 😊
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely accommodation close to the centre of town
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service, excellent view, nice pool
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Costa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay. Great and safe area. Rooms are clean, and comfortable. Staff are very nice, and provide an excellent service.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
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