The Cavenagh

3.5 star property
Motel with an outdoor pool, a short walk to Darwin Waterfront

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Outdoor pool, free pool cabanas, pool umbrellas
Boutique King
Property entrance
Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Reception
The Cavenagh in Darwin City Centre offers an energetic atmosphere with concerts and live shows. Guests enjoy modern European dishes, relax by the outdoor pool, or gather for drinks at the bar. Practical amenities include laundry facilities and luggage storage.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$99
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct

Room options

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Boutique Twin

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Boutique King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(46 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room, Pool View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
12 Cavenagh Street, Darwin, NT, 0800

What's nearby

  • The Esplanade - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Darwin Waterfront - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Darwin Convention Centre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mindil Beach - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Cullen Bay Marina - 5 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • East Arm Darwin Station - 17 min drive
  • Darwin International Airport (DRW) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Charlie's of Darwin - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Moorish Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Cav - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ruby - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪City Pizza - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Cavenagh

Motel near Darwin Waterfront
Consider a stay at The Cavenagh and take advantage of a poolside bar, concerts and live shows and a coffee shop/cafe. The on-site Modern European cuisine restaurant, The Cavenagh, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities and a bar.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool along with free cabanas, sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • ATM/banking services, a vending machine and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 80 rooms include comforts, such as air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Full-sized fridge/freezers, electric kettles and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Cavenagh

Things to do

  • Concerts/live shows
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Free pool cabanas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
All guests, including children, are required to present a valid government-issued ID card at check-in.
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

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 credit cards; cash is not accepted
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 has limited room availability on the ground floor. Guests may request ground floor rooms after booking, subject to availability.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Cavenagh Darwin
Cavenagh Hotel
Cavenagh Hotel Darwin
Cavenagh Motel Darwin
Cavenagh Motel
The Cavenagh Motel
The Cavenagh Darwin
The Cavenagh Motel Darwin

Frequently asked questions

Does The Cavenagh have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Cavenagh?

As of 22 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cavenagh on 5 Oct 2025 start from NZ$99.01, including 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 The Cavenagh pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Cavenagh?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Cavenagh?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is The Cavenagh located?

Located in Darwin City Centre, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Chung Wah Temple and Darwin Waterfront. Brown's Mart Theatre and Smith Street Mall are also within 5 minutes.

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