Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront
US$191
/ night
Avg. for September
Prices for Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront
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US$191
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront average US$101 in the cheapest month (November) and US$301 in the most expensive month (August), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$103 |
| February | US$103 |
| March | US$118 |
| April | US$144 |
| May | US$233 |
| June | US$290 |
| July | US$290 |
| August | US$301 |
| September | US$191 |
| October | US$122 |
| November | US$101 |
| December | US$118 |
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Most expensive: August (~US$301)
Cheapest: November (~US$101)
About this property
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a banquet hall.
Amenities
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a banquet hall.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a business center, limo/town car service, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Dining
Grab a bite to eat at Salted Egg Darwin, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Wrap up your day with a drink at the poolside bar. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 120 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature deep soaking bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Location
A stay at Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront places you in the heart of Darwin, within a 10-minute walk of Darwin Waterfront and The Esplanade. This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Darwin Convention Centre and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Fort Hill Wharf.
What's nearby
The Esplanade(0.1 Miles)
WWII Oil Storage Tunnels(0.2 Miles)
Christ Church Anglican Cathedral Darwin(0.2 Miles)
Government House(0.2 Miles)
Darwin Waterfront(0.3 Miles)
Brown's Mart Theatre(0.3 Miles)
Darwin Convention Centre(0.3 Miles)
Darwin Deckchair Cinema(0.4 Miles)
Fort Hill Wharf(0.4 Miles)
Parliament House(0.4 Miles)
Northern Territory Library(0.4 Miles)
Bicentennial Park(0.4 Miles)
Chung Wah Temple(0.5 Miles)
Smith Street Mall(0.6 Miles)
Darwin Harbour(0.6 Miles)
The preferred airport for Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront is Darwin International Airport (DRW)(7.9 Miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Swimming pool
Business centre
Room service
Tour desk
Location
7 Kitchener Drive, Warf Precinct, Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia
The Esplanade (0.1 Miles)
WWII Oil Storage Tunnels (0.2 Miles)
Christ Church Anglican Cathedral Darwin (0.2 Miles)
Government House (0.2 Miles)
Darwin Waterfront (0.3 Miles)
Brown's Mart Theatre (0.3 Miles)
Room options
6
Aqua View Room
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 3
312 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Deep Soaking Bathtub
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Vibe Guest Room
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 3
312 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Deep Soaking Bathtub
5
Triple Room
Room details
3× Single Beds
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
and 1 Single Bed
Sleeps 3
312 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Deep Soaking Bathtub
Guest reviews of Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront
8.2
Very good
Based on 1,000 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
28%
Couple
45%
Family
14%
Group
7%
Solo
5%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Across reviews of Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront, travellers consistently praise the waterfront setting with easy access to restaurants and the CBD, while feedback on the hotel itself is mixed, citing dated rooms, variable upkeep, and occasional noise or odour issues.
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What guests think
Across reviews of Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront, travellers consistently praise the waterfront setting with easy access to restaurants and the CBD, while feedback on the hotel itself is mixed, citing dated rooms, variable upkeep, and occasional noise or odour issues.
Staff are often described as friendly and helpful, but recurring problems include slow or delayed check in, system outages, and uneven follow-through on housekeeping or booking requests. Rooms vary in size and comfort, with dated fittings and small bathrooms, while others report quiet, comfortable spaces and views. Breakfast is commonly rated well, though room service can be inconsistent and, in one stay, on-site dining venues were closed. Overall, expect a superb location with some trade-offs in reliability.
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Facilities
Parking is attached, but a few guests had access issues from the car park. Intermittent system and maintenance problems were noted (e.g., a lift out of order and fire alarm/battery issues), and one stay reported on-site venues closed.
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Matthew
10 Mar 2025
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Stayed 8 nights
No key available for room for first three days of stay. Systems down so manual book in. Room serviced once in 7 day stay
No key available for room for first three days of stay. Systems down so manual book in. Room serviced once in 7 day stay
4
Joanne
30 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Black out curtains full of holes, room above garbage bins and woken by truck. Restaurant and pool bar closed during our stay. Lift out of order at our end of hotel. Checkout staff couldn’t readily provide me with a copy of my room service bill. Will not stay here again.
Black out curtains full of holes, room above garbage bins and woken by truck. Restaurant and pool bar closed during our stay. Lift out of order at our end of hotel. Checkout staff couldn’t readily provide me with a copy of my room service bill. Will not stay here again.
10
Stephen
27 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We had a staycation at the Vibe which was fantastic. The location was great as we were seeing a show at the Darwin Festival. We didn’t have to worry about the car (car park attached) Room service menu was great and so was the food. The room, location and friendly staff made it a great weekend for us. Thank you
We had a staycation at the Vibe which was fantastic. The location was great as we were seeing a show at the Darwin Festival. We didn’t have to worry about the car (car park attached) Room service menu was great and so was the food. The room, location and friendly staff made it a great weekend for us. Thank you
6
Jan
15 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I had problems accessing the hotel from the car park on two occasions. The key would not open the lock from the car park to the hotel. Room service meal on the first night was ok but on the second night was very poor. KFC would have been better. Also the choices were limited. For instance the only ice cream option was vanilla . Not very exciting for children
I had problems accessing the hotel from the car park on two occasions. The key would not open the lock from the car park to the hotel. Room service meal on the first night was ok but on the second night was very poor. KFC would have been better. Also the choices were limited. For instance the only ice cream option was vanilla . Not very exciting for children
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Di
23 Jun 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
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!!!
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!!!
8
Joanna
21 Dec 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
I stayed here for 3 nights for work, the 2nd night the fire alarm on the ceiling went off at midnight, I was woken by the ear piercing noise. I called the receptionist immediately, they sent 2 people to my room and they had to remove the alarm (not legally allowed) from the room to prevent the alarm going off again. The reason I was given for this incident was that the hotel waits till clients reporting the noise before replacing the battery. I found this unbelievable, what happened to the routine preventive maintenance? What happens if the fire alarm goes off 3am? There’s no consideration of the disruption to the guest.
I stayed here for 3 nights for work, the 2nd night the fire alarm on the ceiling went off at midnight, I was woken by the ear piercing noise. I called the receptionist immediately, they sent 2 people to my room and they had to remove the alarm (not legally allowed) from the room to prevent the alarm going off again. The reason I was given for this incident was that the hotel waits till clients reporting the noise before replacing the battery. I found this unbelievable, what happened to the routine preventive maintenance? What happens if the fire alarm goes off 3am? There’s no consideration of the disruption to the guest.
10
Madhumita
9 Jan 2023
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Stayed 19,366 nights
Everything you need is there. Loved the wave pool and staff were extremely polite and professional. Will stay again.
Everything you need is there. Loved the wave pool and staff were extremely polite and professional. Will stay again.
6
Charles
11 Apr 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
6
Melinda
7 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Hotel was in a great location. Unfortunately our room was the furtheriest room from reception, the pool, laundry etc.
Hotel was in a great location. Unfortunately our room was the furtheriest room from reception, the pool, laundry etc.
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Sarah
15 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was excellent- unfortunately next to an external lift that clanked until midnight then began at 0400hrs. Request a room away from the lift
Room was excellent- unfortunately next to an external lift that clanked until midnight then began at 0400hrs. Request a room away from the lift
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Cleanliness
Housekeeping is reduced (not daily) and several reports cite rooms not serviced as expected; overall cleanliness is mixed, with musty or mildew odours and dirty fixtures noted alongside some clean rooms.
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Joelene
19 Sept 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
The staff at vibe were absolutely amazing. They could t have been more helpful when they learnt my daughter had a fear of elevators and moved us to a lower room. They also then helped move us to another room when the bathroom fan didn’t work. Nothing was too much of a hassle. The downside for this place is it is in dire need of some repairs. The bathroom had a lot of mould around the edges of the window and chips out of the bath . The fridge was rusted and the carpet ha looking worn. The beds weee comfortable though! The location was amazing and the breakfast bar was delicious.
The staff at vibe were absolutely amazing. They could t have been more helpful when they learnt my daughter had a fear of elevators and moved us to a lower room. They also then helped move us to another room when the bathroom fan didn’t work. Nothing was too much of a hassle. The downside for this place is it is in dire need of some repairs. The bathroom had a lot of mould around the edges of the window and chips out of the bath . The fridge was rusted and the carpet ha looking worn. The beds weee comfortable though! The location was amazing and the breakfast bar was delicious.
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Matthew
10 Mar 2025
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Stayed 8 nights
No key available for room for first three days of stay. Systems down so manual book in. Room serviced once in 7 day stay
No key available for room for first three days of stay. Systems down so manual book in. Room serviced once in 7 day stay
4
Neil
21 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Rooms in terrible condition. Grotty, poor maintenance and the halls and rooms smell of mildew and air conditioners that desperately need cleaning and likely pose a health risk. Location is good but could not recommend this hotel.
Rooms in terrible condition. Grotty, poor maintenance and the halls and rooms smell of mildew and air conditioners that desperately need cleaning and likely pose a health risk. Location is good but could not recommend this hotel.
6
Pierre
14 Dec 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Oublié de faire le ménage chambre basique
Oublié de faire le ménage chambre basique
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Kerri
24 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
10
Lauren
22 Jan 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Good price. Nice surroundings. Good food choices. Clean rooms
Good price. Nice surroundings. Good food choices. Clean rooms
6
Ying Kit A
22 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Good location. Close to many restaurants and CBD. Room is dated but very clean.
Good location. Close to many restaurants and CBD. Room is dated but very clean.
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Katrina
10 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location but didn’t like the lack of housekeeping and a lower level of cleanliness than we’ve experienced at other hotels. Staff very friendly and helpful.
Great location but didn’t like the lack of housekeeping and a lower level of cleanliness than we’ve experienced at other hotels. Staff very friendly and helpful.
8
Logesh
12 Sept 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Great stay on the waterfront with incredible access to restaurants and bars. Hotel room and bed is comfortable and quiet, room service reasonably good. Only issue was shower was a bit old fashioned and on one of the days, room was not cleaned despite placing a request outside the room for clean. Amazing stay purely based on location alone and would recommend.
Great stay on the waterfront with incredible access to restaurants and bars. Hotel room and bed is comfortable and quiet, room service reasonably good. Only issue was shower was a bit old fashioned and on one of the days, room was not cleaned despite placing a request outside the room for clean. Amazing stay purely based on location alone and would recommend.
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Heather
25 Jun 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
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.
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.
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Rooms
Rooms are generally dated, and size and comfort vary; common notes include worn fittings and small bathrooms. Others mention quiet, comfortable rooms with views or the ability to open windows.
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Jacob
10 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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!!!
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!!!
10
Heather
13 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
10
Tracy
31 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great position and lovely views. Loved being able to open window too.
Great position and lovely views. Loved being able to open window too.
8
Frederick
12 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Needs updated, new carpet
Needs updated, new carpet
8
Wayne
26 Jun 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Great location. Lots of restaurants along the waterfront and an easy walk into the city. Comfortable room.
Great location. Lots of restaurants along the waterfront and an easy walk into the city. Comfortable room.
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Kerri
24 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
6
Ying Kit A
22 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Good location. Close to many restaurants and CBD. Room is dated but very clean.
Good location. Close to many restaurants and CBD. Room is dated but very clean.
6
Charles
11 Apr 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
8
Heather
25 Jun 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
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.
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.
6
Sarah
15 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was excellent- unfortunately next to an external lift that clanked until midnight then began at 0400hrs. Request a room away from the lift
Room was excellent- unfortunately next to an external lift that clanked until midnight then began at 0400hrs. Request a room away from the lift
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Service
Staff are frequently praised as friendly and helpful, but reliability is inconsistent: multiple reviews note slow or delayed check in, rooms not ready, system outages, and uneven follow-through or billing issues.
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Paul
22 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Just fantastic well.done to the professional staff at the Vibe Darwin
Just fantastic well.done to the professional staff at the Vibe Darwin
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Tamara
28 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff was amazing
Staff was amazing
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barbara
3 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely staff
Lovely staff
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Jennifer
1 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel shows signs if wear but in a Handy location to restaurants and entertainment. Easy access to city centre. Wait for rooms beyond stated check in times, conflicting advice regarding shuttle to wharf area .
Hotel shows signs if wear but in a Handy location to restaurants and entertainment. Easy access to city centre. Wait for rooms beyond stated check in times, conflicting advice regarding shuttle to wharf area .
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Jenny
23 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Had a dreadful time staying here. Booked twin room for two nights. Arrived after late flight to find no twin beds available but wanted to charge us $50 to put a trundle bed in the room for the night and have housekeeping separate the bed into twin beds in the morning. We separated the bed ourselves and went to reception to get sheets. Sheets were wet. In the morning asked at reception to get beds made up properly. They told us housekeeping would attend to the room right away. Got back to room after long day out to find the beds weren't made up. So we slept without a quilt or proper sheets for the second night. A few days after we checked out we were charged for minibar items that we most certainly did not take. Charged us a credit card surcharge even though we didn't pay with credit card. Returned to the hotel after a week in Katherine for one more night. Once again they did not have twin beds ready in our room even though we'd requested this. Staff were rude, officious and slow. Absolutely nothing good to say about our stay here.
Had a dreadful time staying here. Booked twin room for two nights. Arrived after late flight to find no twin beds available but wanted to charge us $50 to put a trundle bed in the room for the night and have housekeeping separate the bed into twin beds in the morning. We separated the bed ourselves and went to reception to get sheets. Sheets were wet. In the morning asked at reception to get beds made up properly. They told us housekeeping would attend to the room right away. Got back to room after long day out to find the beds weren't made up. So we slept without a quilt or proper sheets for the second night. A few days after we checked out we were charged for minibar items that we most certainly did not take. Charged us a credit card surcharge even though we didn't pay with credit card. Returned to the hotel after a week in Katherine for one more night. Once again they did not have twin beds ready in our room even though we'd requested this. Staff were rude, officious and slow. Absolutely nothing good to say about our stay here.
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Phillip
1 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Not a good experience, was supposed to check in at 3 but room wasn't ready, by 3:45 still not ready so they had to do some shuffling and give us a different room, although this was a painfully slow process. Requested a blanket rather than doona and they brought up a wafer thin stained single "blanket" for our king sized bed, eventually came back with some better options however they were also really stained. Ordered room service at 11pm (2 x toasted sandwiches) told about 15min, nearly an hour later after chasing them up a couple of lukewarm sandwiches arrived. Location was great but was really let down by the service.
Not a good experience, was supposed to check in at 3 but room wasn't ready, by 3:45 still not ready so they had to do some shuffling and give us a different room, although this was a painfully slow process. Requested a blanket rather than doona and they brought up a wafer thin stained single "blanket" for our king sized bed, eventually came back with some better options however they were also really stained. Ordered room service at 11pm (2 x toasted sandwiches) told about 15min, nearly an hour later after chasing them up a couple of lukewarm sandwiches arrived. Location was great but was really let down by the service.
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Charles
11 Apr 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
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Judith Caroline Melhuish
12 Sept 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Unfortunately check in was very disappointing but the manager the next day was very efficient and calmed us down
Unfortunately check in was very disappointing but the manager the next day was very efficient and calmed us down
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David
25 Jun 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Obviously this property is under staffed, room was not ready upon arrival at advertised check in time & many others were also waiting long periods for rooms to be cleaned, No options were given to store luggage close to room as we were on a dead line time wise & delay was causing issues. Room & position is quite good, many food options & recreation at your door.
Obviously this property is under staffed, room was not ready upon arrival at advertised check in time & many others were also waiting long periods for rooms to be cleaned, No options were given to store luggage close to room as we were on a dead line time wise & delay was causing issues. Room & position is quite good, many food options & recreation at your door.
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Di
21 Jun 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Book in was painful so slow ……such as 20mins long
Book in was painful so slow ……such as 20mins long
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Location
Prime waterfront location with immediate access to restaurants, bars and the wharf, plus an easy walk or skybridge into the CBD and transport links.
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Rachael
12 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great spot on the waterfront
Great spot on the waterfront
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Tracy
31 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great position and lovely views. Loved being able to open window too.
Great position and lovely views. Loved being able to open window too.
8
Wayne
26 Jun 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Great location. Lots of restaurants along the waterfront and an easy walk into the city. Comfortable room.
Great location. Lots of restaurants along the waterfront and an easy walk into the city. Comfortable room.
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Walter
26 Aug 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
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Jennifer
1 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel shows signs if wear but in a Handy location to restaurants and entertainment. Easy access to city centre. Wait for rooms beyond stated check in times, conflicting advice regarding shuttle to wharf area .
Hotel shows signs if wear but in a Handy location to restaurants and entertainment. Easy access to city centre. Wait for rooms beyond stated check in times, conflicting advice regarding shuttle to wharf area .
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Ying Kit A
22 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Good location. Close to many restaurants and CBD. Room is dated but very clean.
Good location. Close to many restaurants and CBD. Room is dated but very clean.
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Douglas
17 Sept 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
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.
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.
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Linda
20 Jun 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Great location, food and drinks options were right on the doorstep. Easy walk to bus interchange
Great location, food and drinks options were right on the doorstep. Easy walk to bus interchange
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Heather
25 Jun 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
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.
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.
10
Michael
24 Jan 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The waterfront location
The waterfront location
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Dining
Breakfast buffet receives repeated praise, while room service quality and speed are inconsistent and choices can feel limited. One review noted venue closures during their stay and another reported confusion over included breakfast charges.
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Joelene
19 Sept 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
The staff at vibe were absolutely amazing. They could t have been more helpful when they learnt my daughter had a fear of elevators and moved us to a lower room. They also then helped move us to another room when the bathroom fan didn’t work. Nothing was too much of a hassle. The downside for this place is it is in dire need of some repairs. The bathroom had a lot of mould around the edges of the window and chips out of the bath . The fridge was rusted and the carpet ha looking worn. The beds weee comfortable though! The location was amazing and the breakfast bar was delicious.
The staff at vibe were absolutely amazing. They could t have been more helpful when they learnt my daughter had a fear of elevators and moved us to a lower room. They also then helped move us to another room when the bathroom fan didn’t work. Nothing was too much of a hassle. The downside for this place is it is in dire need of some repairs. The bathroom had a lot of mould around the edges of the window and chips out of the bath . The fridge was rusted and the carpet ha looking worn. The beds weee comfortable though! The location was amazing and the breakfast bar was delicious.
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Joanne
30 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Black out curtains full of holes, room above garbage bins and woken by truck. Restaurant and pool bar closed during our stay. Lift out of order at our end of hotel. Checkout staff couldn’t readily provide me with a copy of my room service bill. Will not stay here again.
Black out curtains full of holes, room above garbage bins and woken by truck. Restaurant and pool bar closed during our stay. Lift out of order at our end of hotel. Checkout staff couldn’t readily provide me with a copy of my room service bill. Will not stay here again.
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Heather
13 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
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Stephen
27 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We had a staycation at the Vibe which was fantastic. The location was great as we were seeing a show at the Darwin Festival. We didn’t have to worry about the car (car park attached) Room service menu was great and so was the food. The room, location and friendly staff made it a great weekend for us. Thank you
We had a staycation at the Vibe which was fantastic. The location was great as we were seeing a show at the Darwin Festival. We didn’t have to worry about the car (car park attached) Room service menu was great and so was the food. The room, location and friendly staff made it a great weekend for us. Thank you
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Jan
15 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I had problems accessing the hotel from the car park on two occasions. The key would not open the lock from the car park to the hotel. Room service meal on the first night was ok but on the second night was very poor. KFC would have been better. Also the choices were limited. For instance the only ice cream option was vanilla . Not very exciting for children
I had problems accessing the hotel from the car park on two occasions. The key would not open the lock from the car park to the hotel. Room service meal on the first night was ok but on the second night was very poor. KFC would have been better. Also the choices were limited. For instance the only ice cream option was vanilla . Not very exciting for children
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Phill
1 Feb 2023
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Stayed 19,375 nights
would not use Wotif again. Specifically booked for breakfast included. They tried to charge me for breakfast and wifi
would not use Wotif again. Specifically booked for breakfast included. They tried to charge me for breakfast and wifi
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Phillip
1 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Not a good experience, was supposed to check in at 3 but room wasn't ready, by 3:45 still not ready so they had to do some shuffling and give us a different room, although this was a painfully slow process. Requested a blanket rather than doona and they brought up a wafer thin stained single "blanket" for our king sized bed, eventually came back with some better options however they were also really stained. Ordered room service at 11pm (2 x toasted sandwiches) told about 15min, nearly an hour later after chasing them up a couple of lukewarm sandwiches arrived. Location was great but was really let down by the service.
Not a good experience, was supposed to check in at 3 but room wasn't ready, by 3:45 still not ready so they had to do some shuffling and give us a different room, although this was a painfully slow process. Requested a blanket rather than doona and they brought up a wafer thin stained single "blanket" for our king sized bed, eventually came back with some better options however they were also really stained. Ordered room service at 11pm (2 x toasted sandwiches) told about 15min, nearly an hour later after chasing them up a couple of lukewarm sandwiches arrived. Location was great but was really let down by the service.
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Charles
11 Apr 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
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Logesh
12 Sept 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Great stay on the waterfront with incredible access to restaurants and bars. Hotel room and bed is comfortable and quiet, room service reasonably good. Only issue was shower was a bit old fashioned and on one of the days, room was not cleaned despite placing a request outside the room for clean. Amazing stay purely based on location alone and would recommend.
Great stay on the waterfront with incredible access to restaurants and bars. Hotel room and bed is comfortable and quiet, room service reasonably good. Only issue was shower was a bit old fashioned and on one of the days, room was not cleaned despite placing a request outside the room for clean. Amazing stay purely based on location alone and would recommend.
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Heather
25 Jun 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
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.
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.
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Antony
5 Aug 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Great location. Clean rooms, a little tired in places but you won’t spent much time in the room anyway with the options for outdoor activities and food and drink options on the door step. Excellent AC as well which is a must on a hot day in Darwin!
Great location. Clean rooms, a little tired in places but you won’t spent much time in the room anyway with the options for outdoor activities and food and drink options on the door step. Excellent AC as well which is a must on a hot day in Darwin!
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Colin
9 Jun 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The best thing about the Vibe Darwin Waterfront is the location and the staff. Otherwise, the hotel is tired and uncomfortable. Air conditioning noisy and very hard to set a comfortable temperature - generally too cold. Shower fitting over bath unstable and shower head sprays water on floor making for slippery floor safety hazard. Curtains overlooking the carpark well-worn and dirty. Readin chair next to bed very hard and uncomfortable.
The best thing about the Vibe Darwin Waterfront is the location and the staff. Otherwise, the hotel is tired and uncomfortable. Air conditioning noisy and very hard to set a comfortable temperature - generally too cold. Shower fitting over bath unstable and shower head sprays water on floor making for slippery floor safety hazard. Curtains overlooking the carpark well-worn and dirty. Readin chair next to bed very hard and uncomfortable.
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Sue
14 Mar 2026
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Stayed 1 night
My only gripe was we couldn’t turn the light on in the bathroom without the fan turning on. The noise of the fan was very loud in the rest of room. Other than that our stay was great.
My only gripe was we couldn’t turn the light on in the bathroom without the fan turning on. The noise of the fan was very loud in the rest of room. Other than that our stay was great.
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Chris
12 Mar 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Yes the area was great
Yes the area was great
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Steve
17 Feb 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Nice place. Good location. Friendly staff
Nice place. Good location. Friendly staff
Property policies
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From 15:00 to 05:30
Before 11:00
FAQs about Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront
Is parking available at the property?
Self parking is available on-site for a fee of AUD 19 per day, which includes in/out privileges. Parking height restrictions apply.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A buffet breakfast is available for a fee of approximately AUD 32 for adults and AUD 16 for children. Breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM and check-out is until 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities, including public areas and rooms. Additional features may include accessible bathrooms and pool access options.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is centrally located in Darwin, just steps from The Esplanade and a 5-minute walk from Darwin Waterfront. It is approximately 2.2 miles (3.6 km) from Mindil Beach and 0.2 miles (0.3 km) from Darwin Convention Centre.
Does the property have a swimming pool?
Yes, there is an outdoor swimming pool available, with access from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM. The pool is seasonal and features a poolside bar.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are welcome at the property. The minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified, but families can enjoy family room accommodations.
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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. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
You'll be required to pay the following fully refundable deposit.
Deposit: AUD 100 per accommodation, per stay
- 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.
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
- This property provides limited WiFi access up to 512 kbps per room. Additional access is available for a fee.
- Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- Parking height restrictions apply.
- Contactless check-out is available.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
- 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
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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