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Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Darwin Waterfront

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Outdoor pool
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Daily buffet breakfast (AUD 32 per person)
Exterior
Lobby

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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7 Kitchener Drive, Darwin, NT, 0800
  • Place, The Esplanade
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Darwin Waterfront
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Darwin Convention Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Darwin, NT (DRW-Darwin Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Triple Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Triple Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Vibe Guest Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Aqua View Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Darwin

Darwin City Centre stay.With a stay at this Darwin City Centre hotel, you'll be steps from Wave Lagoon and WWII Oil Storage Tunnels. The Esplanade and Christ Church Anglican Cathedral Darwin are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • The Esplanade - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Darwin Waterfront - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Darwin Convention Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Fort Hill Wharf - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mindil Beach - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Hotel Darwin - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Hot Tamale - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Precinct - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Cav - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Oyster Bar Darwin - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront

4-star hotel near Darwin Waterfront
Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business center, meeting rooms, and limo/town car service are available. The business-friendly Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront also features tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and laundry facilities. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Darwin hotel is smoke free.

  • 120 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront offers 120 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 50-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with deep soaking bathtubs, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Darwin hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access, with a WiFi speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Self parking on site (AUD 19 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; AUD 32 for adults and AUD 16 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.2 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

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 night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: AUD 100 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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 32 for adults and AUD 16 for children
  • Self parking fee: AUD 19 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 50.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.2 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

This property provides limited WiFi access up to 512 kbps per room. Additional access is available for a fee.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront to the airport?

Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront is 7.9 mi (21-min drive) away from the Darwin International Airport (DRW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront.

How close is Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront to the beach?

This hotel is 2.2 mi (10-min drive) from Mindil Beach and 10.2 mi (24-min drive) from Casuarina Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of AUD 32 for adults and AUD 16 for children. It's available on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but SKYCITY Casino (5-min drive) and Mindil Beach Casino & Resort (5-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

Is there free parking at Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for AUD 19 per day.

Does Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront have a pool?

Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront to downtown Darwin?

Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront is 0.2 mi away from Warf Precinct.

Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 443 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 377 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 118 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1002 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We arrived late. I had specifically asked for a room with two beds. The room with no view as advertised and tiny only had one bed a roller bed was brought in. The guy told us they didn’t have rooms with two beds. The next day we got moved to a room with two beds. The place is old and run down. Mould in the bathroom. The breakfast was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Staff & service

Good location

We stayed twice recently and on our first stay our room was small and musty. It was on the 4th floor. The second stay was on the 1st floor and was a much larger room and smelt fresh. Just be aware that rooms aren’t serviced daily. They are serviced after three days. Good location, but if staying there again, I wouldn’t settle for our first room. Breakfast was buffet and well stocked.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Di

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It was a not so good stay…… Location is top feature Firstly the room advertised on hotels.com was not the room I was given?? Had to pay extra Fridge froze my cream, dip& tomatoes etc sadly just had to throw them out !!! Noticed some of the mini bar frozen too It was on 1 so wasn’t too high bit of a loss I think it’s getting tired the Hotel!!! Fridge had rust on door bathrooms taps dirty etc Sadly first time we went to take car out the staff member had not taken the care to put barcode on correctly so we could get out!!! So all in all disappointed!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The first room we had was lovely but smelt very musty. That was on the 4th floor. The next time we stayed our room was lovely and that was on the first floor. Breakfast was buffet and nice selection. Situated down on the Waterfront area with an easy walk into town. I would definitely stay here again but ask to change rooms if you end up with a musty one.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Needs updated, new carpet
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sascha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel - ideally located … it’s in the tropics so there is a touch of tropical mold smell that you find everywhere in Darwin
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Charles

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Older hotel in very good location near the waterfront. Small rooms and bathrooms. Checking in was ok for us but our friends with two other rooms had extreme difficulties. We arrive a few minutes early about 2:30 and their rooms weren’t ready. That’s ok because we were early and staff said they’d be ready by 3:00. But there was an IT issue and the system was down. During this time a fire alarm sounded, the FD responded. But it was a false alarm. Finally after waiting 3 hours our friends were given their room cards. We included breakfast with our reservation and it was goid.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

barbara

Lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Matthew, Williamstown

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
No key available for room for first three days of stay. Systems down so manual book in. Room serviced once in 7 day stay
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Ben

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Was rated really high. Room was very ordinary. Don’t offer daily cleaning which is ok I only stayed the night but only 2 towels shower 2 times a day in Darwin heat but towel has to last me 4 showers. Check in was quick and nice guy but didn’t offer a lot of information. Overall I don’t think I’ll stay again when in Darwin
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Meg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

Good

Very good.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dale, Kersbrook

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Raymond

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Kerri

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Air-conditioning dicnot get cool enough. Fridge was all rusty along the bottom of the inside and outside of the door. Dispensers in the shower where very dirty and all clogged up. Back of the bathroom door was very dirty looked like old dried blood splattered on it. Bathroom needed a good clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great area
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable room. Easy access to dining as the waterfront entertainment district is literally on the doorstep. Easy, short walk to Stokes Hill Wharf, harbor cruises, Oceanside dining. Skybridge to the Central Business District.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Jacob

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Total disappointment!!!

Everything in the room is damp and uncomfortable. New room the sheets are dryer but it's all damp. I was woken at the hotel by drilling at 8am. There was (big ones) on the ceiling and blinds. Was a long drive from Katherine bur couldn't get a rest straight away because of this issues!! Very disappointing!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice position on the waterfront. The hotel is getting on in age but still good enough. Lot's of eateries in walking distance, whether in the waterfront precinct or over the road (Skybridge) and into town. Lots of historical areas in close vicinity, WWII and Cyclone aftermath. As for the hotel room, it was quiet even though 2 floors down there was a lot of activity in the waterfront with bars and restaurants. Room was a nice size. TV had basic free to air channels. A few issues: bedding was not changed after we spilt some coffee! and mini bar and coffee was not restocked the next day! However there is a Mini Mart across the way that stayed open till midnight so we just went there for our supplies. There is a wave pool downstairs ($9.00 entry for adults) that was nice and warm which is nice coming from Perth where every pool is quite chilly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel was in a great location. Unfortunately our room was the furtheriest room from reception, the pool, laundry etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024