What's the area like around The Esplanade?

The Esplanade is located in a welcoming area of Darwin known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 106 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near The Esplanade?

Adjacent to The Esplanade, Darwin City Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this 4-star hotel offers a restaurant and free WiFi. Other good choices within a short distance include Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin and Palms City Resort .

How many hotels can I expect to find close to The Esplanade?

Expedia has 106 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from The Esplanade.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near The Esplanade, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "free cancellation" to get the top deals on offer in The Esplanade.

What can I see and do near The Esplanade?

Study the collections at Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory, Fannie Bay Gaol Museum or World War II Display. Learn about local history at Brown's Mart Theatre and WWII Oil Storage Tunnels. You can enjoy live performances at Darwin Deckchair Cinema and Darwin Entertainment Centre.

10 Best Hotels Closest to The Esplanade in Darwin from AU$92 for 2022

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin

0.8 km from The Esplanade

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4.3/5 Excellent! (1,197 reviews)

"Nice spacious room with lovely views. Just a great place to stay and the breakfast was superb. Our 2nd stay and will be back again."

Reviewed on 8 Nov. 2021

Darwin City Hotel

0.2 km from The Esplanade

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4.2/5 Excellent! (271 reviews)

"Very central city location to nice car companies , tourist information centre , cafes restaurants, supermarkets"

Reviewed on 22 Oct. 2021

Palms City Resort

0.1 km from The Esplanade

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4.4/5 Excellent! (983 reviews)

"Stayed before and it’s great"

Reviewed on 19 Nov. 2021

Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront

0.7 km from The Esplanade

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4.2/5 Excellent! (985 reviews)

"Great location , close to restaurants- def best area to stay in Darwin . Ensure you get a room away from the external lift - as it goes day & night - rooms that"

Reviewed on 21 Oct. 2021

Hilton Darwin

0.2 km from The Esplanade

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4.2/5 Excellent! (991 reviews)

"Good buffet breakfast. Pool needs cleaning up on the rusty spots"

Reviewed on 30 Sep. 2021

DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade

0.6 km from The Esplanade

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4/5 Very Good! (850 reviews)

"Great location. Friendly staff. Comfortable n relaxing"

Reviewed on 17 Nov. 2021

Travelodge Resort Darwin

0.5 km from The Esplanade

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3.9/5 Good! (986 reviews)

"Great city location within walking distance of all restaurants, bars, shops, Festival park, coastline, Mindil Beach markets. Lovely pools & garden areas to relax in. Clean spacious rooms."

Reviewed on 21 Aug. 2021

Argus Hotel Darwin

0.8 km from The Esplanade

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4.3/5 Excellent! (768 reviews)

"The room was comfortable and had everything we needed for our stay. Well equipped little kitchenette and all very clean. Good location too with plenty of off street parking nearby. We ordered take out from the restaurant downstairs which was beautiful food however was very expensive. On top of that ..."

Reviewed on 25 Sep. 2021

Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel

0.5 km from The Esplanade

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4.2/5 Very Good! (837 reviews)

"Beautiful location with a lovely pool."

Reviewed on 8 Oct. 2021

Mantra on the Esplanade

0.2 km from The Esplanade

4.2/5 Excellent! (990 reviews)

"Excellent views over the harbour. 1 bedroom apartment was spacious and nicely furnished with great balcony. Pool area was nice. Staff were fantastic. Loved our stay here"

Reviewed on 21 Nov. 2021

Luma Luma Holiday Apartments

0.5 km from The Esplanade

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3.7/5 Good! (387 reviews)

"Good , great location Always stay here when in Darwin as most rooms have kitchenette and balcony Nice and helpful staff"

Reviewed on 2 Nov. 2021

Rydges Darwin Central

0.2 km from The Esplanade

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4.2/5 Excellent! (992 reviews)

"I was good"

Reviewed on 30 Aug. 2021

DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin

0.7 km from The Esplanade

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4.3/5 Excellent! (986 reviews)

"Right on the edge of Darwin Harbour gives it nice views"

Reviewed on 25 Oct. 2021

Novotel Darwin CBD

0.3 km from The Esplanade

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3.9/5 Good! (986 reviews)

"Staff were very friendly and helpful. Room was great for what we needed. Cocktails and bar was awesome. Nice view from our room. Pool and spa were pretty useless as they were absolutely freezing."

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2021

H on Mitchell Apartment Hotel

0.7 km from The Esplanade

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4.3/5 Excellent! (550 reviews)

"We only stayed 1 night but the room was lovely and facilities were good"

Reviewed on 24 Aug. 2021

Mantra Pandanas

0.5 km from The Esplanade

4.4/5 Excellent! (994 reviews)

"Loved our stay. Only suggestion would be another mirror in the lounge or bedroom and a bit more light in the bathroom to put make up on."

Reviewed on 24 Sep. 2021

Steinbecks Steinbecks

0.088 km from The Esplanade

3.5/5 Good! (4 reviews)

Good and bad

"Great location close to restaurants, shops & view of grassland & ocean from front corner balcony. Pools are lovely. However, aircon smells heavily of mould, had to have doors open to cope with the smell. Oven broken & kitchen facilities a bit lacking, crockery chipped, rusty bowls. Blinds in bedroom ..."

Reviewed on 10 Jun. 2021

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