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Mantra on the Esplanade

Property class: 4.5
4.5-star luxury hotel near Darwin Waterfront

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A modern hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a coffee table, and a desk with a lamp.
A hallway with two doors leading to rooms, each marked with a number.
A swimming pool with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and palm trees.
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a view of the sea.
A multi-story hotel with balconies, a parking area, and a view of the ocean.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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88 The Esplanade, Darwin, NT, 0800
  • Place, The Esplanade
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Crocosaurus Cove
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Smith Street Mall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Darwin, NT (DRW-Darwin Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Hotel Room City View

A modern bathroom with a sink, toilet, and bathtub.

Hotel Room City View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a window with curtains, and a view of the outdoors.

Hotel Room Harbour View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern bathroom with a bathtub, a sink, and a shower.

One Bedroom Apartment With City View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel sink, a microwave, and a gas stove.

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, City View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 581 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Harbor View

  • 560 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, a window with curtains, and a view of the sea.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 872 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Bedrooms, City View (Dual Key)

A hotel room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a balcony with a city view.

Room, 2 Bedrooms, City View (Dual Key)

  • 872 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Bedrooms, Harbor View (Dual Key)

A hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a lamp.

Room, 2 Bedrooms, Harbor View (Dual Key)

  • 872 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a view of the sea, a teal armchair, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1163 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Twin Beds OR 3 King Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a window with a view.

Room, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A bathroom with a sink, toilet, and bathtub.

Room, Harbor View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A modern hotel room with a dining area, a living room with a sofa and armchairs, a TV, and a balcony with a view of the sea.

Apartment (Penthouse)

  • 1163 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds

About the neighborhood

Darwin

Seaside stay .A stay at this Darwin City Centre hotel places you steps from Lyons Cottage and within a 5-minute walk of The Esplanade. Bicentennial Park and Darwin War Memorial are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • The Esplanade - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Crocosaurus Cove - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Smith Street Mall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Darwin Entertainment Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Darwin Waterfront - 16 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • East Arm Darwin Station - 26 min drive
  • Darwin International Airport (DRW) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tokyo Crepe Couture - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Tap on Mitchell - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Frying Nemo - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Yogi's Way - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Mantra on the Esplanade

4.5-star luxury hotel near Darwin Waterfront
Mantra on the Esplanade offers its guests an outdoor pool, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. The luxury Mantra on the Esplanade also features concierge services, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4.5-star Darwin hotel is smoke free.

  • 204 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • Built in 1997
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Mantra on the Esplanade offers 204 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (AUD 19 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 40.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: AUD 200.00 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 19 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 40.0 per day

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • 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.

Property is also known as

Mantra Esplanade Aparthotel
Mantra Esplanade Aparthotel Darwin
Mantra Esplanade Darwin
Mantra Esplanade Hotel Darwin
Mantra On The Esplanade Darwin
Mantra On The Esplanade Hotel Darwin
Mantra Esplanade Hotel
Mantra on the Esplanade Hotel
Mantra on the Esplanade Darwin
Mantra on the Esplanade Hotel Darwin

Frequently asked questions

How close is Mantra on the Esplanade to the airport?

Mantra on the Esplanade is 7.5 mi (21-min drive) away from the Darwin International Airport (DRW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mantra on the Esplanade?

As of Aug 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mantra on the Esplanade on Sep 20, 2026 start from $154, including 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.

Does Mantra on the Esplanade have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Mantra on the Esplanade.

How close is Mantra on the Esplanade to the beach?

This hotel is 1.5 mi (6-min drive) from Mindil Beach and 9.1 mi (24-min drive) from Casuarina Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Mantra on the Esplanade offer free breakfast?

Mantra on the Esplanade does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Mantra on the Esplanade?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Mindil Beach Casino & Resort (4-min drive) and SKYCITY Casino (4-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Mantra on the Esplanade?

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

Is there free parking at Mantra on the Esplanade?

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

Does Mantra on the Esplanade have a pool?

Mantra on the Esplanade features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Mantra on the Esplanade have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Mantra on the Esplanade to downtown Darwin?

Mantra on the Esplanade is 0.3 mi away from Darwin.

Mantra on the Esplanade Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 379 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 373 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 159 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1003 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff. Great location! Nice room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

PAUL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Apartment was perfect Great views from the balcony and only 2 minutes away from supermarket and restaurants Perfect in all respects Will book there next visit
View from balcony
Watching the sun set from the balcony
Great pool
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and staff very helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

GRAEME

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
No facilities bar kettle not even a toaster in room Ac was great
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Mick

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Hotel was clean. Bed was like a rock. Fire alarm went off at 2am an the building had to be evacuated. Thankfully, a false alarm. Would be a better hotel if they reopened their restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Clean, comfortable and convenient.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was quiet and nice with its own kitchen and balcony.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to lots of cafes etc helpful staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The air-conditioning was poor and the hotel only cleaned the room once in the week. When they attempted to clean the room they did not empty the kitchen bin. For a hotel that used to have a bar and restaurant it has diminished considerably.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, clean and friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a great stay. Just a shame that they had no restaurant on the property
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location right on the Esplanade. Close to restaurants and shops.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, easy to access everywhere around Darwin.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Annalisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent base for family stay in Darwin. Easy walk to main mall, hop on and off bus and waterfront.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Awesome hotel to stay at, close to shops and restaurants and hotel room had everything we wanted. Would stay here again 😊
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristy

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was spot on, sunset views and easy walk to restaurants, pubs and shops
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Julie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Mould in the fridge and kitchen cupboards. Sofa dirty. Nowhere in the bedroom to plug phone into to charge. Dated decor
Mould
Mould
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lucinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the balcony view
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was fabulous. Very comfortable. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a good stay
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is great, walking distance to all of Darwin
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely accommodation close to the centre of town
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot, great view. Fantastic staff member at the service counter 13/10/2025 1(12pm).
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean and bathroom was also clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Warren

Great location, easy walk to CBD.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

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