DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin

We had the most incredible experience at DoubleTree by Hilton for our wedding reception. The venue itself was stunning, with beautiful views and a warm, inviting atmosphere that set the perfect tone for the night. A special mention must go to our amazing chef — the food was absolutely outstanding, with every dish cooked to perfection and beautifully presented. So many of our guests commented on how delicious everything was! The staff were equally exceptional — friendly, helpful, and attentive from start to finish. Nothing was ever too much trouble, and they went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly. Thank you to the entire team for making our wedding celebration unforgettable. We can’t recommend DoubleTree by Hilton enough for anyone looking for a beautiful venue with outstanding service :) N & A

Location is fantastic. Rooms a little small for a family room. They obviously thought 2 towels were enough for a family of 4. No spare pillows in the room either. Service is particularly poor ( I’m still here) queues for tables for breakfast, shortage of food, which is often cold, no mugs for tea and coffee and when you can find a mug, large queues for the 2 machines. If you need a towel for the pool, get them early, the response when you ask in the afternoon is ‘towels? No towels’. Final night and will be glad to continue our Australia adventure elsewhere. Definitely not a 4 star hotel by my standards, lucky to be a 3.

I recently completed a 2-night business stay at this hotel, and overall, it was an OK choice, particularly due to its prime city location, which was incredibly convenient for my meetings. The staff were consistently friendly and helpful, always ready to assist. I also really enjoyed the food, which was of good quality. A major plus for my stay were the fantastic gym and swimming pool facilities; they were clearly well-maintained and a pleasure to use. While the room itself was simple and adequate, I found a couple of areas that could significantly improve the guest experience. Firstly, the shower pressure was quite disappointing, making for a less-than-ideal start to the day. Secondly, the in-room TV felt a bit dated, lacking the smart features and streaming apps (like Netflix) that are common expectations in modern hotels. Thirdly, the look of the hotel, from the outside, leaves much to be desired. Despite these minor drawbacks, the superb location makes this a solid option for business travellers needing to be in the heart of the city.