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Argus Hotel Darwin

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near The Esplanade

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Deluxe Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Property entrance
Outdoor pool
Breakfast buffet
Lobby sitting area

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
13 Shepherd Street, Darwin, NT, 0800
  • The Esplanade
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Darwin Waterfront
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Mindil Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Darwin, NT (DRW-Darwin Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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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)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin 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
(41 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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)
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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)
  • 284.7 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Premier Suite

  • 377 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Deluxe Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

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

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Premier Queen Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Darwin

Darwin City Centre stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Darwin City Centre hotel, you'll find The Esplanade and Smith Street Mall. Darwin Waterfront and Darwin Convention Centre are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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

  • ‪The Tap on Mitchell - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Hanuman - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Stone House Wine Bar & Kitchen - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Yallah Kebab House - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Argus Hotel Darwin

3.5-star hotel near The Esplanade
Argus Hotel Darwin offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Public spaces have free WiFi. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Argus Hotel Darwin. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Darwin hotel is smoke free.

  • 102 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2015
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Argus Hotel Darwin offers 102 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. 40-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels.

This Darwin hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on weekdays only.

Languages

English, Filipino, Indonesian, Italian, Portuguese, Thai

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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

  • No pets 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

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

This property provides housekeeping services Monday-Saturday. Housekeeping is not available on Sundays and public holidays.
Property Registration Number 11505884

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Argus Hotel Darwin.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Argus Hotel Darwin to the airport?

Argus Hotel Darwin is 7.2 mi (12-min drive) away from the Darwin International Airport (DRW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Argus Hotel Darwin have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Argus Hotel Darwin.

How close is Argus Hotel Darwin to the beach?

This hotel is 1.6 mi (6-min drive) from Mindil Beach and 9.3 mi (23-min drive) from Casuarina Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Argus Hotel Darwin offer free breakfast?

Argus Hotel Darwin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Argus Hotel Darwin?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Mindil Beach Casino & Resort (3-min drive) and SKYCITY Casino (3-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Argus Hotel Darwin?

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

Is there free parking at Argus Hotel Darwin?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for AUD 9 per night.

Does Argus Hotel Darwin have a pool?

Argus Hotel Darwin features an outdoor pool.

Does Argus Hotel Darwin have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Argus Hotel Darwin to downtown Darwin?

Argus Hotel Darwin is 0.5 mi away from Darwin.

Argus Hotel Darwin Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 539 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 375 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1003 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

8/10 Good

Lorene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

isabella

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Average overall, had the bare necessities. Cleaniness needs improving.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was absolutely fantastic..good pricing...comfy beds and pilliws..egfective air con...really clean...laundry with coin operated easher and dryer plus iron..open 24 hours..pool and gym Very simple free continental breakfast..and superhelpful.staff...easy walk to town and off sire car rentals and very quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Cathrine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Clean, friendly and close to things

Good. Lovely service. Breakfast ok . Only thing was that we didn’t have anywhere to sit in the room but the bonus was that we had a bed in 2 rooms ( one in the bedroom and one in the lounge, kitchenette area).
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

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

Good hotel near the CBD

Argus Hotel is a nice hotel conveniently located within walking distance of the Darwin CBD
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Traveled with partner
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

Neilda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

ZAC

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place but the included breakfast was nothing flash.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Martin

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

8/10 Good

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My only complaint would be noise from neighbouring rooms, there are no strips on the bottom of the adjoining room doors.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Gary, Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Close to everything nice facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Shannon

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Near pickup points for Viator excursions. Near Woolworths grocery store. Very clean. Nice breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Business traveler
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

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really good quiet and breakfast was great bonus with stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pritom

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room - value for money. Great staff who were very attentive and took action immediately when I required it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Darwin city is dead
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All good, like the complimentry breakie and location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 17 nights in Dec 2024

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

Nathan

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025