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Rydges Darwin Central

4.0 star property
Hotel with full-service spa, near Darwin Waterfront

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Exterior
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Premium Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Food and drink
Lobby
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • GymGymGym
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant

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Map
21 Knuckey Street, Darwin, NT, 0800
  • Popular LocationThe Esplanade3 min walk
  • Popular LocationDarwin Waterfront14 min walk
  • Popular LocationMindil Beach7 min drive
  • AirportDarwin, NT (DRW-Darwin Intl.)21 min drive
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Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 377 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.6/10 Very Good

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 377 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

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

View all photos for Studio (Twin)

Studio (Twin) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Studio (Twin)

8.8/10 Excellent

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Sofa bed - double
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 387 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Studio (Queen)

Studio (Queen) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Studio (Queen)

9.1/10 Wonderful

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 377 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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The price is $156
$172 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 3 - Jun 4
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About the neighborhood

Darwin

Located in Darwin, Rydges Darwin Central is in the city center. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Darwin Waterfront and Mindil Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Darwin Entertainment Centre or Fannie Bay Race Course.
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What's nearby

  • Smith Street Mall - 1 min walk
  • The Esplanade - 3 min walk
  • Darwin Waterfront - 14 min walk
  • Darwin Convention Centre - 15 min walk
  • Mindil Beach - 7 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Monsoons - 2 min walk
  • Good Thanks - 1 min walk
  • The Rabbithole - 2 min walk
  • McDonald's - 1 min walk
  • Wisdom Bar & Cafe - 3 min walk

About this property

Rydges Darwin Central

Hotel located in Darwin City Centre
Rydges Darwin Central is located close to Darwin Waterfront, and provides a coffee shop/cafe, a hair salon, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Take some time to relax at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, Salvatores Cafe, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour gym and a snack bar/deli.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Express check-in, concierge services, and tour/ticket assistance
  • A porter/bellhop, luggage storage, and ATM/banking services
  • Guest reviews speak well of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 132 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • HDTVs with streaming services and digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and free infant beds

Languages

English

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
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (AUD 29 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: AUD 35 for adults and AUD 17 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Salvatores Cafe

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator
  • Lever door handles
  • Portable shower seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.50 percent 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 staff will greet guests on arrival
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

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of AUD 30 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of AUD 500 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 44 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 350 per accommodation, per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 35.00 for adults and AUD 17.00 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: AUD 29 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet deposit: AUD 500 per stay
  • Pet fee: AUD 30 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.50 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 major credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Rydges Darwin Central?

As of Jun 2, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rydges Darwin Central on Jun 3, 2024 start from $151.2, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Rydges Darwin Central pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 44 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of AUD 500 per stay and a fee of AUD 30 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Rydges Darwin Central?

Self parking is available for AUD 29 per night.

What time is check-in at Rydges Darwin Central?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Rydges Darwin Central?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Rydges Darwin Central located?

Located in Darwin City Centre, this spa hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Smith Street Mall and Darwin Waterfront. Maningrida Arts & Culture and The Esplanade are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

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Rating 8 - Good. 425 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 110 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1001 reviews" "

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

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A good stay apart from no onsite catering
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Takayuki

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nikolai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
City centre hotel
The hotel is nice and convenient. Easy to check in and check out. Clean, great location
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent condition, staff very helpful, walls well insulated and quiet, cyclone prepared 👍
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liby

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great relaxing stay for my Pup and I, staff were super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Silvinus

Liked: Amenities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rahul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

kok kong

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service
The only person I see is the lady that checks me in, the whole time I was there until I left, don’t know what is going on, I never been to the hotel that is empty even is Friday night, did not see a second person.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness
Great being right in the middle of town with the price being very moderate. Of course it would make a huge difference if they had a human being at the front desk instead of a row of check-in computers. I couldn’t get in the front door when I arrived because I didn’t have a passcode or card because I hadn’t checked in. (Luckily a human being appeared from somewhere.) Also I couldn’t find anyone to report that the cleaners had not refilled the soap dispenser. The room was spacious, comfortable, clean and well-equipped. The staff I came across randomly seemed to be nice humans. I will stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Zoe

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
room was great and staff were friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

jodi

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good price for central location but secure parking too dear at $28 per day
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cath

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great motel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

TARIKA

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samuel, Auckland

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great easy location in CBD, easy to find good quiet AC in the room, amazing room service provided.

8/10 Good

Maxine

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So close to conference centre and shops and Darwin centre.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The staff were unhelpful at check in and the promised manager follow up did not occur
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Piers, North Adelaide

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Rydges is very inner Darwin city. Quite conveniently located. It’s very clean/ tidy, and very… average ? A 3 night stay for conference education Observation 1) the check in area uses a ‘self serve’ kiosk type idea, where guests log in, check themselves in, and get their own key card… which is a nice concept, but just seemed odd when there are 2 check in staff present at the kiosk, giving you prompts on navigating the individual machines. It all seemed really impersonal and counter-intuitive Mature aged/ elderly guests seemed to struggle a bit with the screens and needed prompts 2) rooms were clean. Bathrooms look renovated, and v.clean. Room decor just seemed very 90’s and really forgotten. AirCon in Darwin is a must. Room aircon just seemed to struggle, needed overnight! But so terribly loud and intrusive. 3) staff were nice, approachable, but poor in numbers Waiting to pick luggage up from storage. Only One person at ‘check in’ , trying to navigate 5 people… making picking up luggage a long drawn out process. No one from the ‘back office’ offered to help. It just seemed poorly supported. Nice things? Centrally located / in room fridges/ Woolworths supermarket nearby/ huge ice machines/ laundry facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Karren

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Staff were friendly and helpful however we did not like the checkin procedure. Also the hotel’s website is not up to date. There is no restaurant or bar and there is only a small indoor pool not like the one shown in the photos. There is no reception desk either. Therefore your photos on your website need updating too.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Jan

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service
The room was very basic. No frills. Cost was premium at $350.00 per night. Check in was very transactional. Wanted us to use an ap to checkin cutting staff costs to maximise profits i guess.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Ma Crispy Elaine

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I checked in at 1 am and the French Staff were charming and professional with nice smiles and are very welcoming. The hotel was centrally located. I would stay here again as staff are the face of any hotel and night manager French staff was welcoming .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our family of 4 enjoyed our stay at the Rydges. It was in very easy walking distance to the supermarket and restaurants, and the waterfront was only an easy 12min walk. Staff were extremely friendly and helpful with checkin, changing linen when needed, assisting with later checkout etc. The only small improvement I could suggest, and it isn't massive, but seeing as we didn't have a balcony, having a washing/clothes line outside people could utilise (like the area outside past the glass pool gates) for laundry would be amazing! I don't like to use a dryer as our clothes often shrink.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Donna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Don't like the self check in.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Mandy

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Will return
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023