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Rydges Darwin Central

4.0 star property
Hotel with an outdoor pool, near Darwin Waterfront

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Exterior
Lobby
Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers
City view
Studio (Twin) | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Parking available

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 377 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 377 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Premium Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 388 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Studio (Twin) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Studio (Twin)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
  • 387 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Studio (Queen) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Studio (Queen)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
  • 377 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • 377 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

King Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Twin Queen Room

  • Sleeps 3

King Premier Room

  • Sleeps 3

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Studio Queen

  • Sleeps 3

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Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Studio Twin

  • Sleeps 3
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About the neighborhood

Located in Darwin, Rydges Darwin Central is in the city center. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Darwin Waterfront and Mindil Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Darwin Entertainment Centre or Gardens Oval.
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Map
21 Knuckey Street, Darwin, NT, 0800

What's nearby

  • The Esplanade - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Darwin Waterfront - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Darwin Convention Centre - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Mindil Beach - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Cullen Bay Marina - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • East Arm Darwin Station - 22 min drive
  • Darwin International Airport (DRW) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Monsoons - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Makan Stop - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Non La - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Salvatores Cafe - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Rydges Darwin Central

Upscale hotel near Darwin Waterfront
At Rydges Darwin Central, you can look forward to a coffee shop/cafe, a hair salon, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site restaurant, Salvatores Cafe, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. Free in-room WiFi and a snack bar/deli are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and express check-out
  • A porter/bellhop, luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance
  • A vending machine, multilingual staff, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 132 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 40-inch HDTVs with streaming services and digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and free infant beds

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (AUD 29 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: AUD 35 for adults and AUD 17 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Salvatores Cafe

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Spa

  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator
  • Lever door handles
  • Portable shower seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.50 percent for credit card payments
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of AUD 30 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of AUD 500 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 44 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 350 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 35.00 for adults and AUD 17.00 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: AUD 29 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet deposit: AUD 500 per stay
  • Pet fee: AUD 30 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.50 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts major credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Darwin Central Hotel
Hotel Darwin Central
Darwin Central
Rydges Darwin Central Hotel
Rydges Darwin Central Hotel
Rydges Darwin Central Darwin
Rydges Darwin Central Hotel Darwin

Frequently asked questions

Does Rydges Darwin Central have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM–8:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Rydges Darwin Central?

As of Aug 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rydges Darwin Central on Sep 14, 2025 start from $130.5, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Rydges Darwin Central pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 44 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of AUD 500 per stay and a fee of AUD 30 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Rydges Darwin Central?

Self parking is available for AUD 29 per night.

What time is check-in at Rydges Darwin Central?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Rydges Darwin Central?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Rydges Darwin Central located?

Located in Darwin City Centre, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Smith Street Mall and Darwin Waterfront. Maningrida Arts & Culture and The Esplanade are also within 5 minutes.

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Rydges Darwin Central Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 394 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 433 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1000 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Grissel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location, clean amenities and great staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were great.set in middle of town was great.
From the room
Water front
Early morning street quiet
Lane of hotel entrance
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Loved the customer service
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Verry comfortable and Verry close to the bars
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We liked everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

marian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great location in the centre of town yey quiet. The staff were very human and and go out of their way to make your life easy. This was a return visit for me to stay here and will choose it again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Checkin and check out was quick and easy to use ipads Small window in room made place a little claustrophic feeling otherwise had everything we needed. Staff were very quick to respond to requests. Convenient area to sights Area felt a little disconcerting but there was security everywhere
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay at Rydges. Was very comfortable room with good facilities. Friendly staff and great pool area too. Thanks for having me!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean tidy rooms. Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Kerry

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for 10 days and complained alot as the room was never cleaned properly. The room was not vacumed, our cups and spoons were not washed, bed was a hit and miss to how well it was made, bathroom and coffee making area was never wiped down, we had to ask for milk every day, and we ran out of coffee and tea. Instead of going to a hotel it felt like a youth hostel. Probably the worst hotel we have stayed in.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Karin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Sometimes it was noisy, and you could hear people talking next door or in the hallways. But overall good accommodation and everything is nearby.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wet season stay

It was exactly what i wanted 👍
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean, friendly and attentive staff, fresh towels every day.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Grace

Liked: Amenities
I recently stayed at this hotel and had a very disappointing experience. The reception area was poorly designed, tucked away behind a pole, giving it an unprofessional appearance. The staff also seemed unprofessional, which added to the negative impression. In addition, my room had a musty smell of damp mold that triggered a serious asthma attack. The air felt old and cold, making it difficult to breathe. Unfortunately, this forced me to cancel my plans for the day and cut my trip short. It’s clear that the hotel is in desperate need of refurbishment, proper cleaning, and a more welcoming reception area. I wouldn't recommend staying here if you value your health and comfort.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ai Chuen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great hotel close to the centre of Darwin. Be warned, the informaton about wifi is misleading. Certain parts of the hotel and some rooms will not have access to wifi. I was only on the 2nd floor and i couldn’t use the free wifi.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Christopher

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was a great location if you like to listen to throbbing hip-hop music till the early hours of the morning. Sleep is overrated!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice hotel in great position

Excellent position, very helpful staff, especially in reception. Cannot fault it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Internet wasn't great. Pool toilets were out of use. Staff helpful. Car parking area had rubbish not dealt with for length of my stay. Had to have the blanket in my room replaced as it smelt bad. Otherwise it was convenient and quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cath

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great motel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well located
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quick check in, helpful staff and great location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Fiona Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot not fancy but great staff , clean and tidy accessable to most things
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to walk around Darwin Cbd
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024