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A modern dining area with a herringbone floor, wooden tables, and blue chairs.

A modern cityscape with high-rise buildings, a large white building with a symmetrical facade, and a view of the coastline.

A bar area with a counter, three blue chairs, a refrigerator stocked with bottles, and a decorative bird on the shelf.

1. voco Darwin Suites by IHG

Darwin City Centre, 0.3 mi from Aquascene

"From the moment we arrived, everything about this hotel exceeded expectations. The staff were incredibly warm, professional, and attentive, making us feel genuinely welcomed throughout our stay. Very friendly hotel staff from the reception, housekeepers and restaurant staff too! The rooms were spotless, beautifully designed, and very comfortable — the perfect place to relax and unwind. The restaurant was equally impressive. Every dish was beautifully presented and packed with flavor, showcasing...

Niko

$110 nightly

$110 total

Oct 23 - Oct 24

Total with taxes and fees

A modern living room with a black sofa, a coffee table, and a TV on a stand. There is a ceiling fan, a window with a view of the sea, and a balcony with a table and chairs.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and stainless steel appliances.

A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a view, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A spacious living area with a modern sofa, a potted plant, and a ceiling fan.

2. Argus Apartments Darwin

Darwin City Centre, 0.8 mi from Aquascene

Darren

$130 nightly

$145 total

Oct 22 - Oct 23

Total with taxes and fees

A modern living room with a large sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the city at sunset.

A modern lounge area with sofas, armchairs, and a bar.

A spacious hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, large windows offering ocean views, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel rooftop lounge with sun loungers, a covered seating area, and potted plants.

3. Hilton Darwin

Darwin City Centre, 0.7 mi from Aquascene

Patricia

$105 nightly

$115 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Total with taxes and fees

An indoor swimming pool with a stone wall on one side, a wooden pergola overhead, and a glass door leading to a room.

A buffet setup with various food items and serving utensils.

A modern lobby with a glass entrance, a reception desk, and a large window displaying a garden view.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a flat-screen TV, and a balcony with a city view.

4. Argus Hotel Darwin

Darwin City Centre, 0.6 mi from Aquascene

Michael

$99 nightly

$110 total

Oct 23 - Oct 24

Total with taxes and fees

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a pergola.

A small, natural pool surrounded by lush greenery and rocks.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a thatched-roof structure.

A kitchen with a sink, a coffee maker, and a tray of coffee pods.

5. Palms City Resort

Darwin City Centre, 0.7 mi from Aquascene

Sheri

$97 nightly

$108 total

Oct 22 - Oct 23

Total with taxes and fees

A modern reception area with a reception desk, a blue sofa, a glass coffee table, and a large window providing natural light.

A modern hotel room with a sliding glass door leading to a balcony, a bed with a wooden headboard, a small table, and a chair.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a covered patio area.

A swimming pool with a covered seating area and steps leading into the water.

6. Vitina Studios by Argus

Darwin City Centre, 0.4 mi from Aquascene

Anita

$76 nightly

$84 total

Oct 23 - Oct 24

Total with taxes and fees

A waterfront view with a large stadium, a swimming pool, and several high-rise buildings.

A balcony with a view of the sea, a bed, and a table with chairs.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

7. Darwin Waterfront Short Stay Apartments

Darwin City Centre, 1.1 mi from Aquascene

Michael

$249 nightly

$276 total

Oct 9 - Oct 10

Total with taxes and fees

A high-rise hotel with multiple floors, a parking area with several cars, and a view of the sea at sunset.

A hotel with a pool, lounge chairs, and a bar area.

A modern bar area with high stools and a central round table, featuring a bar counter and seating area with a view of the outdoors.

An outdoor dining area with tables set for a meal, a pool in the background, and a building with a balcony.

8. Hilton Garden Inn Darwin

Darwin City Centre, 0.2 mi from Aquascene

Nicolette

$102 nightly

$112 total

Oct 10 - Oct 11

Total with taxes and fees

A balcony with a glass table and chairs, a potted plant, and a bedroom with a bed and nightstand.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a double sink, and a sleek countertop.

A woman sitting by a poolside with lounge chairs and a grassy area in the background.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, floor lamp, and a glass coffee table with a floral arrangement.

9. H on Mitchell Apartment Hotel

Darwin City Centre, 0.2 mi from Aquascene

Tahlia

$101 nightly

$112 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Total with taxes and fees

A pool area with lounge chairs and a canopy labeled "PELICAN POOL & SPA HOIST".

A high-rise hotel with a rooftop garden, a marina with boats, and a view of the cityscape.

A balcony with a Buddha statue, outdoor seating, and a view of the city.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, yellow cushions, a wooden coffee table, and a view of the balcony through glass doors.

10. Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin

Darwin City Centre, 0.9 mi from Aquascene

Wayland

$144 nightly

$144 total

Oct 19 - Oct 20

Total with taxes and fees

A modern restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, a bar area, and large windows allowing natural light.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a headboard, and a view of the dining area.

11. Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel

Darwin City Centre, 0.8 mi from Aquascene

Julia

$122 nightly

$135 total

Oct 3 - Oct 4

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a TV, and a painting.

A modern building with a large glass facade, a pool area with umbrellas, and a waterfront view.

A modern building with a large illuminated sign reading "DARWIN'S INNOVATION CENTRE".

A reception desk with a modern design, a wooden panel wall, and a large window providing natural light.

12. Courtyard By Marriott Darwin

Darwin City Centre, 0.4 mi from Aquascene

Gary

$93 nightly

$102 total

Oct 9 - Oct 10

Total with taxes and fees

A poolside view with palm trees and a clear sky.

A balcony with a view of a beach and palm trees.

A hotel room with two beds, a balcony, a desk, and a chair.

A person sitting on a sofa in a room with a large window, a small table, and a water feature.

13. Mindil Beach Casino Resort

The Gardens, 1 mi from Aquascene

Ian

$159 nightly

$174 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Total with taxes and fees

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and potted plants, surrounded by a white building with balconies.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, refrigerator, and stove.

A multi-story hotel with a swimming pool, balconies, and outdoor seating areas.

A beach with clear turquoise water, boats, and a rocky shoreline.

14. Metro Advance Apartments & Hotel, Darwin

Darwin City Centre, 0.5 mi from Aquascene

John

$101 nightly

$111 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Total with taxes and fees

A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a tiled deck and a small bridge.

A balcony with a table and chairs, offering a city view and a glimpse of the sea.

A modern bar area with hanging wicker light fixtures, a bar counter, and a wine rack filled with bottles.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a patterned wall.

15. Mantra Pandanas

Darwin City Centre, 0.7 mi from Aquascene

Nancy

$127 nightly

$127 total

Sep 26 - Sep 27

Total with taxes and fees

A rooftop infinity pool with a view of the sunset, surrounded by modern architecture and greenery.

A modern balcony with a glass table and chairs, a sofa, and a kitchen area visible through the glass doors.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, a ceiling fan, and a view to the outside.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a bedside table, and a mirror.

16. Magnum Serviced Apartments

Darwin City Centre, 0.7 mi from Aquascene

Frances

$151 nightly

$167 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Total with taxes and fees

A coastal landscape with palm trees, a grassy area, and pink flowers.

A rooftop terrace with a round seating area, a table with glasses, and a view of the cityscape at dusk.

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a view of palm trees and buildings.

A buffet area with various food items and a glass enclosure.

17. DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade

Darwin City Centre, 0.2 mi from Aquascene

Frances

$110 nightly

$121 total

Oct 20 - Oct 21

Total with taxes and fees

A multi-level atrium with a central open space and balconies.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, a small table with a book, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A kitchen counter with a bowl of green apples, two glasses of white wine, and a cookbook.

18. Rydges Darwin Central

Darwin City Centre, 0.7 mi from Aquascene

Justin

$87 nightly

$96 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

Total with taxes and fees

A swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by outdoor furniture and potted plants.

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a large window with curtains, and a flat-screen TV.

A gym with various exercise equipment, including treadmills, stationary bikes, and weight machines.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.

19. Darwin City Hotel

Darwin City Centre, 0.6 mi from Aquascene

Juan

$74 nightly

$81 total

Oct 20 - Oct 21

Total with taxes and fees

A modern hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a coffee table, and a desk with a lamp.

A swimming pool with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

A hallway with two doors leading to rooms, each marked with a number.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a parking area, and a view of the ocean.

20. Mantra on the Esplanade

Darwin City Centre, 0.5 mi from Aquascene

ROBYN

$104 nightly

$115 total

Oct 9 - Oct 10

Total with taxes and fees

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Compare popular hotels close to Aquascene

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
voco Darwin Suites by IHG	9.6 Exceptional 13 reviews	View
Argus Apartments Darwin	9.4 Exceptional 512 reviews	View
Hilton Darwin	9.2 Wonderful 117 reviews	View
Argus Hotel Darwin	9.0 Wonderful 999 reviews	View
Palms City Resort	9.0 Wonderful 1,004 reviews	View

Top Aquascene Hotel Reviews

The Leea Darwin

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel and the restaurant was very good"

Rydges Darwin Central

10/10 Excellent

"Good room convenient location very central Needed a late checkout staff very helpful"

Mantra on the Esplanade

10/10 Excellent

"The harbour view was fantastic. A lovely, large apartment. Great pool."

Palms City Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Just liked it! Good location in city center, staff were nice, it was clean and nice. You cannot get it wrong !"

Nightcap at the Cavenagh

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, simple clean rooms, perfect pool area, close to anything you need. Have recommended to friends and will return again"

Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Few cracks starting to appear in corners, needs a bit of a general tidy up but thats being very picky, great place to stay, centrally located and easy walk to CBD, will stay again."

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin

10/10 Excellent

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Argus Hotel Darwin

8/10 Good

"The staff here were very attractive and helpful and our room was spacious and clean and was a perfect home away from home during our 6 day stay in Darwin"

Hilton Darwin

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean and everything worked. Bed was comfortable."

Other attractions near Aquascene

Bicentennial Park

8.6/10 (159 reviews)

Take a break from the city and stroll through this calming natural space. Pass harbour views, native flora and sobering war monuments.

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A tree-lined street with parked cars, a building with balconies, and a restaurant with outdoor seating.

The Esplanade

8.8/10 (2,024 reviews)

Just a couple blocks from Darwin City Centre, this long street and bordering park offer great opportunities to appreciate nature, recreation and history.

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The USS Peary Memorial

8.6/10 (16 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Darwin with a trip to The USS Peary Memorial. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Darwin Entertainment Centre

8.2/10 (114 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at Darwin Entertainment Centre during your trip to Darwin. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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St Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Cathedral

9.0/10 (34 reviews)

After visiting St Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Darwin. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Lyons Cottage

6.8/10 (8 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Darwin with a visit to Lyons Cottage. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Darwin War Memorial

9.0/10 (178 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Darwin with a stop at Darwin War Memorial. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Smith Street Mall

7.8/10 (1,674 reviews)

During your trip to Darwin, you can do some window-shopping at Smith Street Mall. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Aquascene?

Aquascene is located in a welcoming area of Darwin known for its array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 397 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Aquascene?

Adjacent to Aquascene, Hilton Garden Inn Darwin is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good choices close by include Rydges Darwin Central and Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel.

How many hotels are there near Aquascene?

Expedia has 397 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Aquascene.

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

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Aquascene.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Aquascene?

For more details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Aquascene, click here.

What can I see and do near Aquascene?

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 Entertainment Centre and Darwin Deckchair Cinema.

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Our top choices for Aquascene hotels

1. voco Darwin Suites by IHG

2. Argus Apartments Darwin

3. Hilton Darwin

4. Argus Hotel Darwin

5. Palms City Resort

6. Vitina Studios by Argus

7. Darwin Waterfront Short Stay Apartments

8. Hilton Garden Inn Darwin

9. H on Mitchell Apartment Hotel

10. Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin

11. Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel

12. Courtyard By Marriott Darwin

13. Mindil Beach Casino Resort

14. Metro Advance Apartments & Hotel, Darwin

15. Mantra Pandanas

16. Magnum Serviced Apartments

17. DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade

18. Rydges Darwin Central

19. Darwin City Hotel

20. Mantra on the Esplanade

Compare popular hotels close to Aquascene

Top Aquascene Hotel Reviews

The Leea Darwin

Rydges Darwin Central

Mantra on the Esplanade

Palms City Resort

Nightcap at the Cavenagh

Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin

Argus Hotel Darwin

Hilton Darwin

Other attractions near Aquascene

Bicentennial Park

The Esplanade

The USS Peary Memorial

Darwin Entertainment Centre

St Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Cathedral

Lyons Cottage

Darwin War Memorial

Smith Street Mall

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