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Walkabout Lodge

3.5 star property
3.5-star beachfront hotel with 2 restaurants

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On the beach
Meeting facility
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
2 bars/lounges
Property grounds

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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12 Westal Street, Nhulunbuy, NT, 0880
  • Place, Nhulunbuy Town Pool
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Arafura Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Yirrkala Arts Centre and Mulka Project
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gove, NT (GOV-Nhulunbuy)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, Non Smoking, Balcony (Standard twin room) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Balcony (Standard twin room)

  • Garden view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, Non Smoking, Balcony (Standard Queen Room) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Balcony (Standard Queen Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Nhulunbuy

On the beach.Your stay at this hotel will put you steps from Nhulunbuy Town Pool and a 5-minute walk from Arafura Park. Yirrkala Arts Centre and Mulka Project is 12 mi (19.3 km) away.

What's nearby

  • Nhulunbuy Town Pool - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Arafura Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Yirrkala Arts Centre and Mulka Project - 18 min drive - 14.2 miles

Getting around

  • Gove, NT (GOV-Nhulunbuy) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gove Boat Club - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Waterfront Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Rick's Bar & Grill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Gove Pizza and Takeaway - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Peninsula Bakery and Cafe - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Walkabout Lodge

3.5-star beachfront hotel with 2 restaurants
There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi. There are 2 meeting rooms available. An airport shuttle at scheduled times is available for a fee. An outdoor pool, a nightclub, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Walkabout Lodge. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Nhulunbuy hotel is smoke free.

  • 41 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Nightclub
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
Walkabout Lodge offers 41 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:30 AM to 3:30 PM at scheduled times
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Nightclub
  • 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.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 9 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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance 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 35.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 15 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: AUD 15 (one-way), (up to 14 years old)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 35.0 per night
  • 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
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
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, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Walkabout Lodge Nhulunbuy
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Walkabout Lodge Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Walkabout Lodge to the airport?

Walkabout Lodge is 9 mi (14-min drive) away from the Gove, NT (GOV-Nhulunbuy) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Walkabout Lodge?

As of Jun 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Walkabout Lodge on Jul 10, 2026 start from $282, 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 Walkabout Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Walkabout Lodge offers an airport shuttle from 6:30 AM to 3:30 PM, at scheduled times, for a charge of AUD 15. per person, one-way.

How close is Walkabout Lodge to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Walkabout Lodge offer free breakfast?

Walkabout Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Walkabout Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Walkabout Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at Walkabout Lodge?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Walkabout Lodge have a pool?

Walkabout Lodge features an outdoor pool.

Does Walkabout Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site.

Does Walkabout Lodge have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer mani/pedis.

How close is Walkabout Lodge to downtown Nhulunbuy?

Walkabout Lodge is 0.4 mi away from Nhulunbuy.

Walkabout Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 37 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Family friendly
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Conan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and friendly atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

anna

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Setsew
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Paul

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lot poorer than prior trips everything blamed on time of the year but prices still expensive. Overall very poor
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

stuart lee

Very quiet And friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon

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

Nice accommodation, Friendly town

Room was very clean, on arrival staff were very friendly. Room smelled pleasant and was serviced between nights. Tea/Coffee was replenished.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Eugene

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

Great property

Business trip - nice short overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great clean neat tidy rooms. Would certainly stay again when I come back to Gove.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Rod

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
More like a pub than an expensive motel. Food was good though and room was good. Just very expensive for what it is. So just know you are paying for the remoteness not the quality of the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are tired!! Fan looked like it was going to fall out the ceiling. The beside lights did not work. The television worked intermittently Aircon was so noisy. Shower grout was dirty As was the kitchenette area Just tired.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The people were fantastic and great place to stay. My only criticisms was how hard the bed was.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Interesting town. Hotel was OK but a little expensive for the standard
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Friendly service. Good atmosphere. Coming back again next year for Garma Festival.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I do not like the fact that I have emailed Wotif twice and place of accommodation once seeking a refund of additional guest fee of $74.73 because additional guest was not able to come. As yet I have had no response. This is very poor service on behalf of Wotif.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was well maintained and the staff were very courteous and helpful. The food was excellent and reasonably priced.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The location is good and the restaurant is well positioned.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

GAZ

Liked: Cleanliness

Limited choice

Room was clean. Staff were busy but polite. Rooms small and bathrooms very cramped. Not a lot of choice in Nhulunbuy and way over priced for an obvious 3 star hotel at $330 a night. Meals expensive but again not a lot of choice do Owner’s capitalising well.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Good location

Really nice staff good restaurant Great spot for campers Need more car parks
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness

Ridiculous price gouging

Ridiculous price gouging as only one other hotel (on the outside of town) so no competition. Paid equivalent to a capital city 5-star hotel, for a twin room and definitely not 5-star. Twin room cost significantly more than a double, yet there is also an additional charge for each person over 1 in the room. You cant use the other bed unless you pay extra although twin costs more! Arrived and put in a double room. Told that because I had booked with Expedia (actually Wotif) that not their fault - despite confirming my booking with the hotel the week prior on arrival was told no twin rooms. Restaurant food better than I expected though unless you are in a tour group - chaotic.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Leonie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Arriving Early for Outback Spirit tour

I have stayed here three nights as part of a tour group to Arnhem Land. The Lodge has good facilities but the most impressive aspect of my stay was the staff. They were very helpful friendly and courteous. The rooms were very clean and comfortable. The food was great and the pool I swam in every day.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Good standar accommodation

Enjoyed this oasis in the middle of ton. Close to everything. Comfortable digs
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff did not know about details such as breakfast that was included. No one there to greet me on arrival- no sign to say where to go it unattended. Tv in room- no channels that worked
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Comfortable stay

All as with any 4 star hotel, except TV in my room was faulty. No movies or cable only downside
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ozzy

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

Short stay in the NT

Stayed at the Walkabout Lodge twice in July 2015. The rooms were very clean including the toilet and shower. The bed was very comfortable as well, no problem for a good nights sleep. The aircon was ok, a bit on the noisy side and when I stayed the second time the aircon gave out. [electrical problem] However the manager soon fixed the problem and transferred me to another room. The restaurant was well run with pleasant, smiling staff. The food was also excellent. Breakfast was self service, a minor point, no tea spoons, for coffee or tea. If there is one item that could improve Walkabout Lodge it would be to clean up the surrounding gardens as well as the front of the Lodge, FIRST IMPRESSIONS COUNT.