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DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin

Darwin , 116 The Esplanade (Show on Map)

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Summary of reviewsThe DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin is a great choice for those looking for a well-located stay with scenic views. The hotel boasts a fantastic swimming pool and bar with food service and guests appreciate the easy access to reception, dining and the pool area. The breakfast buffet is a highlight, offering a great array of items with enough food varieties to choose from, making it excellent value for money. While dinner received mixed reviews, the quality of the food served in the restaurant for the evening meal received praise from many guests. The hotel offers stylish, spacious and modern rooms that are clean and well equipped. Guests found the hotel to be mostly very clean and comfortable with wonderful amenities including the pool and free underground car park. Exceptional customer service provided by the friendly and accommodating staff was highly regarded with specific shoutouts to reception staff member Todd. The pool area receives mixed reviews, but overall, it is family-friendly with plenty of loungers and a poolside bar serving food and drinks. Families visiting the hotel can expect to have a fantastic time with their children with the hotel offering big, family-friendly rooms, a great playground and a delicious and varied buffet breakfast. The hotel also offers comfortable and cozy beds, perfect for those looking for a good night's sleep during their stay in Darwin.
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Room Types

Junior Suite Spacious split-level loft studio with upstairs bedroom, plus bathroom, lounge and dining area downstairs.

One-Bedroom King Suite Features a separate lounge and dining area.

Double Room with Two Double Beds This air-conditioned room features satellite TV, a minibar and tea and coffee making facilities.

Double Guest Room The quadruple room provides air conditioning, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a safe deposit box and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 1 bed.

King Room The triple room's kitchenette is available for cooking and storing food. The spacious air-conditioned triple room features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker and a seating area. The unit has 1 bed.

King Room - High Floor The triple room's kitchenette is available for cooking and storing food. The spacious triple room offers air conditioning, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, as well as a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 1 bed.

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Guest Reviews

7.8

Good

Location

The DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin is highly praised for its prime location. Conveniently situated on the Esplanade, guests can easily walk to the city centre, waterfront and many Darwin attractions. Across the road, guests can take in the beautiful views of the Esplanade park and the sea. The hotel is also a pickup point for the Ghan train, making transportation a breeze. The great location is complemented by a fantastic swimming pool and bar with food service. Guests love the easy access to reception, dining and the pool area. Overall, this hotel offers a well-located stay for those looking for convenience and scenic views.

Breakfast

One of the highlights at DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin is the breakfast buffet, according to guest reviews. Reviews mention the great breakfast options available with a great array of items and enough food varieties to choose from the buffet every day. The breakfast is always amazing with an excellent breakfast spread and food that was delicious, making it fantastic and great value for money. Even though some reviews mentioned that breakfast was not up to standard and plates were not available, guests appreciate the good selection and food choices, making the breakfast a good value for money brekkie. Families with fussy children appreciate the buffet breakfast's great variety of foods and safety options for children with allergies. However, some reviews mentioned that breakfast was poor with cold and poorly tasting scrambled eggs and busy crowds of unsupervised kids at the breakfast area. Despite mixed reviews, the excellent breakfast buffet with comprehensive options remains a highlight at this hotel.

Dinner

The dinner at DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin received mixed reviews from guests. However, many praised the top quality of the food served in the restaurant for the evening meal. Unfortunately, there were no gluten-free options available and room service had little knowledge on the topic. Some guests also experienced issues with the pool bar, where staff could not supply certain items even though it was only 11 am. The breakfast buffet struggled to cope with peak times but the dinner was equally tasty. Some guests were disappointed by lunch, which was below their expectations. While a small number of staff members were unfriendly, the majority of the staff were welcoming and professional. Some reported poor quality coffee and below-par breakfast options, causing them to stick to toast and eggs. Room service offerings were also average. The dining room itself was poor, although some guests enjoyed dinner at the restaurant. Guests also commented on high prices for menu items and suggested offering peanuts or chips with cocktails.

Rooms

The DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin offers stylish, spacious and modern rooms that are clean and well equipped with separate baths and showers. While some guests found the bathrooms to be outdated, in general, the rooms were comfortable and clean with lovely sheets and towels. The hotel could benefit from renovations and upgrades, especially for bathrooms, pillows and air conditioning, but the rooms were a good size and well equipped nonetheless. Guests enjoyed the relaxing and welcoming atmosphere of the rooms and the hotel pool was in wonderful condition. Overall, there were some concerns about the hotel being outdated and tired, but the clean and comfortable rooms made up for it.

Beds

If you're looking for a comfortable night's sleep during your stay in Darwin, the DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade is a great choice. Many guests raved about the comfortable beds and bedding with some describing them as "super comfy" and "like sleeping on clouds." The king size beds were particularly popular with some rooms even featuring a sofa bed for children. While a few guests did find the beds too hard or the pillows less than ideal, most were satisfied with the quality of the sleeping arrangements. Plus, if you're looking to lounge by the pool, there are even comfortable pool beds available! Overall, if you prioritize a good night's sleep during your travel, you'll likely be pleased with the beds at the DoubleTree.

Cleanliness

The DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin is a modern and clean hotel with spacious rooms, which are cleaned daily. Most guests found their rooms to be clean and tidy, although some had issues with the cleanliness of their bathroom or the attention to detail during cleaning. The pool was not always clean and some guests noted that the motel and common areas could be improved in terms of cleanliness. Despite these issues, many guests enjoyed their stay and found the hotel to be otherwise very clean and comfortable with wonderful amenities including a pool and great location.

Staff

The DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin boasts an exceptional team of staff members who offer guests a warm welcome and excellent customer service throughout their stay. Many reviewers praised the helpful and accommodating nature of the staff with specific shoutouts to reception staff member Todd for his exceptional service. The food was also highly regarded with guests stating that both the staff and the quality of the buffet breakfast were of a high standard. Additionally, the poolside staff were described as excellent by multiple reviewers. While there were a few isolated negative comments regarding some unfriendly staff members, the vast majority of guests had a positive experience and were impressed by the overall level of service.

Pool

The pool area at DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin receives mixed reviews. Some guests praise the large and family-friendly pool with plenty of loungers and a poolside bar serving food and drinks. The water quality and temperature are excellent and pool noodles are provided for floating around. Others, however, report disappointment with the pool's closure, maintenance or small size and some have encountered safety hazards like slippery paving or scalding hot rails. Despite these complaints, many guests still consider the pool to be the highlight of their stay, along with the hotel's location and friendly staff.

Parking

If you're traveling to Darwin and looking for a comfortable and convenient stay, the DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin might just be the perfect choice for you. The hotel offers a gratis underground car park, although some guests have mentioned that it's a bit tight for larger vehicles. However, overall, many travelers have praised the hotel's parking facilities, noting that parking was easy and convenient with well-lit and spacious spots available underneath the building. It's worth noting that there's a bit of a walk from the car park to the elevators and across the quadrangle to reception, which might be a bit of a hassle if you have a lot of luggage. However, if you have a car, you'll find that the location is great with plenty of shops within easy driving distance. Alternatively, if you don't have a car, you can always opt for a short taxi ride to explore the surrounding area. Overall, the DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin offers a comfortable, convenient and well-located option for travelers visiting Darwin.

Family

Families visiting the DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin can expect to have a fantastic time with their children. The hotel offers a big, family-friendly pool and a great playground just across the road. The rooms are spacious with plenty of room for families with up to three kids and some even come with a junior suite with two toilets. Guests also appreciated having a sofa bed for the little ones. The buffet breakfast had a great variety of foods, perfect for fussy eaters and even those with allergies. Although the breakfast area was sometimes crowded, families loved starting and finishing their day by the pool with their loved ones. Overall, the hotel is family-friendly and has everything one might need for a fun-filled vacation in Darwin.

Yes, DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Outdoor Pool.

No, a spa isn't available at DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin.

No, DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin doesn't allow dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin.

Yes, DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin has a gym.

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