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Mantra on The Esplanade

Darwin , 88 The Esplanade (Show on Map)

7.3

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Summary of reviewsMantra on The Esplanade is a highly recommended hotel for those seeking a comfortable stay with a view in the heart of Darwin. The hotel's prime location on The Esplanade offers easy access to restaurants, cafes, shops and the waterfront, making sightseeing a breeze. The rooms are modern, clean and spacious with lovely views from the balconies overlooking the harbor. The staff is exceptionally friendly, accommodating and professional, making guests feel very welcome and at home. The hotel boasts a great swimming pool that many guests have thoroughly enjoyed and the location is an excellent base for exploring the local bars, pubs and clubs. While some guests had issues with the cleanliness of the rooms and the reliability of the WiFi, the majority of guests had a positive experience and praised the staff's helpfulness and friendliness. Overall, Mantra on The Esplanade is a great choice for anyone looking for a comfortable stay in a prime location in Darwin.
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Aparthotel near The Beach

Situated on the Esplanade, this aparthotel boasts a prime waterfront location overlooking Darwin Harbour. It provides easy access to the waterfront and city attractions and features spacious rooms with harbour or city views.

Aparthotel with Parking

This apartment hotel provides secure underground parking, but fees apply. It offers a secure place to park in the CBD at an additional cost.

Aparthotel with Outdoor Pool

This hotel provides an outdoor swimming pool for guests to enjoy. It is located on the Esplanade with views of the harbor or city and is close to the CBD and waterfront.

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Room Types

One-Bedroom Apartment with City View This apartment is comprised of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. Guests can make meals in the kitchen that is fitted with a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware. The air-conditioned apartment offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a washing machine, soundproof walls, a tea and coffee maker as well as city views. The unit offers 2 beds.

Two-Bedroom Apartment This spacious apartment is comprised of 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a bath and free toiletries. The well-equipped kitchen features a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware. The air-conditioned apartment offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a washing machine, soundproof walls, a tea and coffee maker as well as city views. The unit offers 4 beds.

Three-Bedroom Apartment Featuring 3 bedrooms, this spacious apartment offers 2 bathrooms with a bath, a seating area and terrace where you can relax. The fully equipped kitchen features a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware. The air-conditioned apartment provides a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a washing machine, soundproof walls, a tea and coffee maker as well as sea views. The unit has 5 beds.

Two-Bedroom Dual Key with City View In the well-equipped kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware. The spacious family room offers air conditioning, a washing machine, a terrace with city views as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath.

One-Bedroom Apartment with Harbour View The air-conditioned apartment has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. The well-fitted kitchen features a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware. Boasting a terrace with sea views, this apartment also features a washing machine and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit has 1 bed.

Two-Bedroom Dual Key with Harbour View The well-fitted kitchen features a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware. The spacious family room offers air conditioning, a washing machine, a terrace with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath.

Hotel Room with City View Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The spacious air-conditioned double room provides a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, soundproof walls, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe as well as city views.

Hotel Room with Harbour View Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The spacious air-conditioned double room provides a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, soundproof walls, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe as well as sea views.

Penthouse Apartment Boasting 2 bedrooms, this spacious apartment has 2 bathrooms with a bath, a seating area and terrace where you can relax. Guests can make meals in the kitchen that features a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware. The air-conditioned apartment features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a washing machine, soundproof walls, a tea and coffee maker as well as sea views. The unit offers 3 beds.

Guest Reviews

7.3

Good

Location

If you're looking for a hotel that offers a prime location in Darwin, look no further than Mantra on The Esplanade! Multiple guest reviews rave about the hotel's convenient proximity to Mitchell Street and the CBD, while still providing stunning views of Darwin Harbour. Being situated on The Esplanade means easy access to restaurants, cafes, shops and the waterfront. The central location also means it's within walking distance to the city's main attractions, making sightseeing a breeze. Guests also appreciate the helpful advice provided in the foyer and the friendly staff. Overall, Mantra on The Esplanade is the perfect choice for anyone seeking a comfortable stay with a view in the heart of Darwin.

Breakfast

While some guests were disappointed that the hotel kitchen and restaurant were closed, the location of Mantra on The Esplanade offers plenty of options for breakfast at nearby cafes and restaurants, as well as Coles and Woolies. Some guests were pleased with the kitchen utensils available to prepare basic breakfasts in their rooms. For those lucky enough to snag a harbor view room, watching the activity while enjoying breakfast was a real treat. However, it is worth noting that the hotel does not offer breakfast and some guests wished that the restaurant and bar had been open. Despite this, Mantra on The Esplanade has the potential to be one of the best hotels in Darwin.

Rooms

The rooms at the Mantra on The Esplanade are highly praised for being modern, clean and spacious. Many guests have enjoyed the lovely view from their balconies overlooking the harbor, as well as the convenience of having a kitchen, living room and laundry facilities in their apartment. Families appreciate the ample space and comfortable beds and some have even had the luxury of having multiple bathrooms. Though a few negative comments pointed to the need for refurbishment and outdated bathrooms, overall guests find the rooms to be comfortable and clean. Additionally, some guests noted great amenities such as a washing machine and dryer in the room. While the hotel overall could use an update, the positive aspects of the room make for a great stay.

Beds

Mantra on The Esplanade offers warm and cozy accommodations with comfortable beds and pillows according to guest reviews. The rooms are spacious enough to accommodate even large families with some boasting lovely views. There were praises for the excellence of the king size bed, though some found the beds to be too soft. However, a few noted that their beds were uncomfortable and caused poor sleep quality. There were also some concerns with insufficient bedding upon arrival, but these were quickly rectified upon request. Overall, guests appreciated the super comfy beds in their accommodations.

Cleanliness

The cleanliness of Mantra on The Esplanade has been a mixed bag based on the guest reviews. While some guests found the rooms to be modern, spacious and very clean with new washing machines, others found their sea view apartments to be very dirty which was a letdown. The facilities were described as very clean and modern, but some furniture in the lounge needed a spring clean. The hotel's rooms and property, in general, are a bit tired with some areas not cleaned properly. Despite this, guests appreciated the bright and clean atmosphere of the hotel. There were some complaints about the lack of cleaning and maintenance services during their stay, which left guests having to fix certain cleanliness issues themselves. However, the hotel's cleaning service was praised as being great when provided. Regardless of the mixed reviews, the location was perfect and the staff was friendly and accommodating.

Staff

Mantra on The Esplanade is the perfect choice for those looking for amazing customer service during their stay. The staff are exceptionally friendly, accommodating and professional. Sophia on reception specifically was a joy to deal with, exhibiting friendliness and professionalism. The staff were also accommodating and informative about parking in the area. Overall, the staff made guests feel very welcome and at home. However, there were some negative reviews about the unfriendliness of staff on a few occasions. Nevertheless, guests praised the convenient and friendly service provided by the staff. The location was also a highlight. Guests loved the sea views from their balcony and the fact that the hotel was located in a prime spot. The rooms were clean, spacious and well equipped with everything one would need during their stay. The only complaint was related to the cleanliness of the rooms, as some guests found that the rooms had an unpleasant odor. Despite this, the majority of guests had a positive experience and praised the staff's helpfulness and friendliness.

Wi-Fi

The WiFi at Mantra on The Esplanade received mixed reviews with some guests saying it was good and others stating it was unreliable and needed upgrading. Some experienced constant drops in their connection while others reported no WiFi access in their rooms. However, the hotel promised compensation for those affected. On the downside, some guests complained about noisy air conditioning units, but other than that, the hotel offered no other facilities. Overall, guests seemed satisfied with their stay at this city hotel.

Pool

The Mantra on The Esplanade hotel boasts a great swimming pool that many guests have thoroughly enjoyed. People have described the pool as being "lovely", "awesome" and "great" - perfect for taking a quick dip or simply lounging beside. The staff are described as friendly and accommodating and the rooms as comfortable with balconies to sit out on. While some guests have noted that the pool is a little small or cold at times, they have generally been pleased with the pool area. The only criticisms are that the entrance to the pool is a little strange (via the front entrance) and that the hotel has no other amenities such as food, beverage or a restaurant. Nevertheless, the pool remains a highlight of this hotel.

Parking

Mantra on The Esplanade offers both onsite parking for a fee and street parking until 8am when metered parking starts. Although some guests found it challenging to find a free parking spot and had to pay for parking, the reception service was very helpful about parking in the area. The underground garage requires a key card for access, which some guests mentioned did not work. While some guests had to pay extra to park in the carpark, others felt that the parking fee of $19/day could be waived considering the room price and other hotels offering this. Despite the few hiccups with the parking, guests appreciated the efficient and professional check-in process.

Nightlife

'Nightlife at Mantra on The Esplanade' is perfect for those looking for a lively atmosphere. The location is an excellent base for exploring the local bars, pubs and clubs with Mitchell Street being the center of the action. While some rooms may experience a little bit of noise from the local nightlife, many guests loved the view of the city, especially being so close to the action below. The hotel is within walking distance to an assortment of restaurants, cafes, shops, transport and the foreshore precinct, making it a convenient location for exploring the city at any time. If you're looking for a buzzing nightlife experience, Mantra on The Esplanade will not disappoint.

Yes, Mantra on The Esplanade has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Outdoor Pool.

No, a spa isn't available at Mantra on The Esplanade.

No, Mantra on The Esplanade doesn't allow dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at Mantra on The Esplanade.

No, Mantra on The Esplanade doesn't have a gym.

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