Name: Nightcap at the Cavenagh
Address: 12 Cavenagh Street, Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia, Darwin, Northern Territory, AU
Price range: $92–$127 per night
Rating: 7.95

What guests think

The Cavenagh suits travellers seeking a central, budget-friendly base, with friendly staff, a lively pub scene and a popular pool, but its older rooms and frequent noise from live music mean it won’t suit light sleepers.

Many reviews praise the central CBD location, easy access to buses and the waterfront, and solid value. Common drawbacks include limited parking, no lift, some rooms without windows, and occasional maintenance issues such as weak hot water or air conditioning. Food at the on-site pub is consistently praised, especially the steaks. Expect a lively, budget stay in the heart of Darwin.

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Facilities

On-site bar with regular live music and a well-liked pool area create a lively setting; there’s also a communal kitchen. Parking is limited or street-only, and there is no lift.

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Sylvia

Jul 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location, bar and bistro on site, walkable to the main attractions in the CBD .. no lift but staff offered to help with bags if I needed. Rooms are older but comfy bed, good shower and clean.

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Jill

Jun 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

No hotel parking, no lift stairs only, staff not overly friendly

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Cecile

Oct 15, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The bar was noisy but the music ended at 10:00 and it was quiet thereafter. Very friendly welcoming staff. Use of the common kitchen area is very handy as is the laundry facilities although we did not use the latter. The meal inthe bar was very good.

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JOANNE

Jul 30, 2025

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Stayed 16 nights

Fabulous position, short walk to waterfront & bus terminal. Venue perhaps a little 'tired' but pool area excellent, Rooms clean & well serviced. Staff amazing, very helpful & courteous, shout out to Joy-Joy receptionist & front of house for accommodation. Good live entertainment. Food good, menu could be updated.

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Ann

Jul 16, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Wonderful stay, had everything you could need. Live music and pub. Staff were wonderful and food at restaurant was delicious.

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Michelle

Jun 30, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great band, well equiped camp kitchen.

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Mathew

Jul 24, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The rooms are a little dingy as they lack natural light, and the lighting is very dim. Rooms are tired but clean as are the remainder of the facilities. If you require car parking, hotel parking is limited so you will need to pay for on street parking. Location is good with many eateries close by or short walking distance. As I travel for work, this is sufficient, and I would stay here again. If you are expecting the hotel to look like the photo in the ad, you will be disappointed. Depending on the room you get (i.e. near the pool, it will be noisy as there is live music most nights and patron frequenting the bar and open dining area until around 10pm. I would suspect that the other side of the hotel would be less noisy.

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Michael

Oct 5, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nettes Hotel in bester City Lage. Unser Zimmer war sauber und nett eingerichtet. Ein bisschen Renovierungsstau ist im gesamten Gebäude vorhanden. An der Seite des Hotels stehen nur wenige kostenlose Parkplätze für Die Gäste zur Verfügung. Die Innenstadt von Darwin mit ihren Bars, Restaurants, etc., sowie die Fußgängerzone und der Hafen sind fußläufig bequem zu erreichen. Das Hotel selbst verfügt über eine kleine Außen-Bar, in der auch dezente Live-Music gespielt wird. Wer ein bisschen stimmungsvolles Leben bevorzugt, ist hier gut aufgehoben.

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aoibhe

Jan 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The pool is fanastic, evne better than the pictures as it says a bunch of seating options, Sun loungers, chairs, comfy couches and lovely cabana style seating. Great live music at the restaurant downstairs and centrally located in Darwin to access the supermarket and beach. Lovely atmosphere and any staff I dealt with were lovely and friendly. Seems like a staple in the community as its always busy in the restaurant and outside seating for the live music. Lively downstairs but once you hit the room its quiet. Love the full size fridge and huge wardrobe for storage.

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Wayne

Nov 3, 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

Cav was a great stop while in Darwin. Close to a shops, and amenities There is limited off street parking though

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Cleanliness

Reviews frequently describe rooms as clean, sometimes very clean. A few report shortcomings such as mildew, pests or inconsistent vacuuming/mopping.

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Laura

Jun 30, 2025

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Stayed 8 nights

The Cavenagh is quite a big complex of rooms above a fairly busy bar (although it’s quiet at night unless on weekends!). My room wasn’t near the bar area so it was fine but i know other people had more issues if they were closer to the front of the building. My room had a skylight but no window but otherwise was a large, clean room with good en suite and effective air con. I wasn’t using the room during the day - i was at a conference nearby - so it was the perfect return for the cost. I probably wouldn’t stay there for a romantic break but if you just need somewhere cheap, safe and clean to stay then it is great!

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Jacky

Dec 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was comfortable and clean. Staff were awesome! Only small issue was the leak in the ceiling which dripped on the bed. Otherwise great!

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Emma

Sep 5, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The cavenagh is exactly what you pay for. Rooms are small, loud, bright and not clean. It is cheap, central and convenient though.

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Christian

Oct 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room cleanliness 10/10

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JOANNE

Jul 30, 2025

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Stayed 16 nights

Fabulous position, short walk to waterfront & bus terminal. Venue perhaps a little 'tired' but pool area excellent, Rooms clean & well serviced. Staff amazing, very helpful & courteous, shout out to Joy-Joy receptionist & front of house for accommodation. Good live entertainment. Food good, menu could be updated.

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Aurélie

Dec 10, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Le personnel était incroyable tellement à l'écoute ils m'ont bien aidé surtout suite à des problèmes que j'ai eu avec mon vol et ma valise. Par contre la chambre était dans un vieil état, tout comme la sdb. J'ai vu un gros cafard dans la chambre. On entend absolument tout de l'extérieur et la clim ne marchait dans l'une des deux chambres. Le resto bar est très sympa et la nourriture y est très bonne.

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Nicole

May 15, 2024

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Stayed 11 nights

Great that they have a kitchen, which you can use. I was lucky that I had a room without a carpet, unfortunately the staff did not regularly use the vacuum or mop. All in all, the stay was great, the staff alway helpful and kind.

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Callan

Feb 4, 2023

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Stayed 6 nights

Good to have a communal kitchen Bathrooms had some mild an mildew need more cleaning

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Jom

Nov 21, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Clean

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Leimoko

Dec 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was spacious, comfortable and clean. Definitely coming back next time

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Rooms

Rooms are older and basic, with some windowless or dim options and dated bathrooms; noise from the bar can affect rooms near the venue. Beds vary in comfort, and air conditioning performance is occasionally weak.

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jason

Sep 25, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

The room was great.. clean and very comfy.. I had trouble with the tv not working or not working properly when I did get it to go.. bed was great.. great for a pub hotel.. if you don't like noise then I don't recommend staying as it a pub..

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Robert

Jul 23, 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

Good location in the city, friendly staff. Rooms were clean, basic, tired but ok. Ok value. Nice cosy pool area, great pool. Noise be prepared for noise and lots of it from the bar area until around 11PM. I got a note at time of booking but it was louder than I expected each night. At the time I stayed end July 24 there was demolition taking place directly behind the hotel so expect excavator work noise from 07:00. Cafe across the road for breakfast. Great steak but book your spot early.

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Laura

Jun 30, 2025

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Stayed 8 nights

The Cavenagh is quite a big complex of rooms above a fairly busy bar (although it’s quiet at night unless on weekends!). My room wasn’t near the bar area so it was fine but i know other people had more issues if they were closer to the front of the building. My room had a skylight but no window but otherwise was a large, clean room with good en suite and effective air con. I wasn’t using the room during the day - i was at a conference nearby - so it was the perfect return for the cost. I probably wouldn’t stay there for a romantic break but if you just need somewhere cheap, safe and clean to stay then it is great!

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Allan

Jul 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

My room was above a bar. Band didn't finish till 10pm and then could here noise from patrons then bar staff cleaning up. Bathroom was very dated. Everything was clean and tidy but i wont be back. Not for people travelling for business but more for people wanting a few drinks and want something cheap. Pool looked good but didnt have time to use. If booking get a room away from bar

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tram ngoc kim

Oct 4, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Air-conditioning not cold enough.

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Sonya

Oct 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Location was very convenient. Reception staff super friendly. Bed was a bit hard. It was noisy up until about 10.30pm but to be expected as it is part of a pub and we stayed on a Friday night.

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Annika

Jun 13, 2023

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Stayed 6 nights

Viktigt att få information om att hälften av rummen är fönsterlösa. Att tillbringa en natt fönsterlöst (ett ljusschakt 2m upp räknas inte) är kanske OK men inte en vecka. Mycket livlig Pub i samma hus är både trevligt och störande. Slitet hotell men ok i renlighet. Centralt.

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Mathew

Jul 24, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The rooms are a little dingy as they lack natural light, and the lighting is very dim. Rooms are tired but clean as are the remainder of the facilities. If you require car parking, hotel parking is limited so you will need to pay for on street parking. Location is good with many eateries close by or short walking distance. As I travel for work, this is sufficient, and I would stay here again. If you are expecting the hotel to look like the photo in the ad, you will be disappointed. Depending on the room you get (i.e. near the pool, it will be noisy as there is live music most nights and patron frequenting the bar and open dining area until around 10pm. I would suspect that the other side of the hotel would be less noisy.

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Charna

Aug 12, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Room was very "tired", no windows, dark, depressing, bathroom shower had no pressure. Bed was comfortable though. Saving grace was the restaurant had the best steak I have had in 30 Years.

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Omar

Jun 30, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Bed was uncomfortable. Stated it was a king but was 2 beds next to each other and often separated between mattresses

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Service

Staff are widely praised as friendly, welcoming and helpful, with several mentions of going above and beyond. There are occasional complaints about unhelpful responses.

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Nicole

Jul 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff are so friendly! I arrived prior to check in time, however the staff still gave me a room to change, stored my luggage, and let me chill by the pool. Additionally, the staff allowed me to chill by the pool on checkout. Thanks, I’ll be back.

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Gloria

Aug 27, 2025

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Stayed 14 nights

Staff were brilliant

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Jacky

Dec 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was comfortable and clean. Staff were awesome! Only small issue was the leak in the ceiling which dripped on the bed. Otherwise great!

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Francis

Sep 12, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Very good CBD location, love to come back again, Staff very friendly and approachable, and knowledgeable. Like to have more bright lights in the room. Perfect. Like to recommend to my friends who will be traveling soon from Singapore.

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Brenton

Sep 8, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The staff and this place were truly amazing receptionist JoyJoy was a truly beautiful helpful human being who was wonderful to us in a difficult time ..property had everything you could want and was very clean. 10/10

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Thenuwarage

Dec 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great staff

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Gary

May 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Receptionist went out of her way to help us when we mixed up the dates. Thank you.

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Jason

Mar 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nicole was great at helping me out. Great hotel and service.

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Talia

Nov 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff were super friendly and helpful. Very nice area will come back.

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Donald

Jul 14, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff were really great. Very helpful - thanks.

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Location

Central CBD spot within easy walking distance of buses, the waterfront and city attractions. Some stays were affected by nearby construction noise.

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Patrick

Oct 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Modern clean room with easy access to the sea front and eateries.

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Wade

Jan 29, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Great room and central to the city.

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Sylvia

Jul 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location, bar and bistro on site, walkable to the main attractions in the CBD .. no lift but staff offered to help with bags if I needed. Rooms are older but comfy bed, good shower and clean.

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Steve

Jul 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Well located, friendly staff, clean and tidy and surprisingly quiet apart from room doors and main security gate that bang closed quite loudly as guests come and go. I’d definitely stay here again. Good value for the price, too.

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Claudine

Jul 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location

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JOANNE

Jul 30, 2025

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Stayed 16 nights

Fabulous position, short walk to waterfront & bus terminal. Venue perhaps a little 'tired' but pool area excellent, Rooms clean & well serviced. Staff amazing, very helpful & courteous, shout out to Joy-Joy receptionist & front of house for accommodation. Good live entertainment. Food good, menu could be updated.

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Mick

Dec 11, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Love that the property is easy walking distance to everything in the city. Parking is an issue.

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Christine

May 22, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Right in the heart of the city, good facilities incl clean pool with gazebos around, spacious room with fridge,

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Sonya

Oct 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Location was very convenient. Reception staff super friendly. Bed was a bit hard. It was noisy up until about 10.30pm but to be expected as it is part of a pub and we stayed on a Friday night.

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Mathew

Jul 24, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The rooms are a little dingy as they lack natural light, and the lighting is very dim. Rooms are tired but clean as are the remainder of the facilities. If you require car parking, hotel parking is limited so you will need to pay for on street parking. Location is good with many eateries close by or short walking distance. As I travel for work, this is sufficient, and I would stay here again. If you are expecting the hotel to look like the photo in the ad, you will be disappointed. Depending on the room you get (i.e. near the pool, it will be noisy as there is live music most nights and patron frequenting the bar and open dining area until around 10pm. I would suspect that the other side of the hotel would be less noisy.

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Dining

The pub/bistro draws strong praise for good-value meals, especially steaks, and frequent live music. A few note the menu could be refreshed or quality varies.

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Dennis

Aug 15, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff were great to deal with and very helpful and friendly ❤️. The place is and looks very tiered and in need of renovation all over…also in our room the shower knob kept coming off, the shower curtain is not very effective, let’s out a lot of water, very little storage space…fortunately we were only there for 2 days, so living out of our suitcases wasn’t too bad, but not desirable. Not having a lift is bad. Far too noisy. Food at the Cav pub was great.

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Anna

Oct 9, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Fantastic location. Excellent steaks. Live music was a bonus!

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Rob

Sep 5, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

One of the best places for steak ever. I had on the Thursday Night Steal Special a tex mex style TriTip steak that was amazing.

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Andrew

Aug 2, 2023

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Stayed 9 nights

While the attached pub was a little rowdy, the live music was always excellent and it wasn't noisy until late. And the food was very good. The accommodation is fairly basic, but has all you need. It is well-positioned and walkable to shops, dining options, and so on. And the staff were all fantastic to deal with. You probably can't beat it for the price.

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JOANNE

Jul 30, 2025

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Stayed 16 nights

Fabulous position, short walk to waterfront & bus terminal. Venue perhaps a little 'tired' but pool area excellent, Rooms clean & well serviced. Staff amazing, very helpful & courteous, shout out to Joy-Joy receptionist & front of house for accommodation. Good live entertainment. Food good, menu could be updated.

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cristina

Apr 5, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was extremely helpful and fun. Good location, easy walk to sights and public transit hub, The bistro/bar had the best priced most delicious food in town. Freshest and cheapest oysters in town. Party atmosphere all around, but everyone went quiet around 10pm. Cool pool toys. Oh, and the hotel room was lovely too.

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Greg

Jun 23, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Great pub food and music

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Ann

Jul 16, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Wonderful stay, had everything you could need. Live music and pub. Staff were wonderful and food at restaurant was delicious.

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Susan

Nov 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff excellent food isn’t as good as it used to be

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Dean Peter

Oct 13, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Convenient and suitably priced for location and facilities. Good food and Pub facilities too.

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Month	Average price
January	$62
February	$71
March	$75
April	$74
May	$106
June	$125
July	$153
August	$167
September	$95
October	$70
November	$56
December	$61

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $111	2 $103	3 $101
4 $100	5 $99	6 $99	7 $108	8 $109	9 $105	10 $104
11 $104	12 $105	13 $103	14 $105	15 $105	16 $105	17 $104
18 $104	19 $101	20 $103	21 $92	22 $105	23 $105	24 $105
25 $105	26 $106	27 $104	28 $106	29 $108	30 $106	31

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