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Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront

4.0 star property
Travelers can take evening strolls along the waterfront before waking up refreshed and enjoying breakfast poolside at this convenient Darwin hotel

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Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront offers an outdoor pool with a poolside bar. Guests can dine at Curve Restaurant or use the gym. The hotel provides free in-room WiFi, 24-hour front desk service, concierge assistance, and tour booking help.
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is NZ$195
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb

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Room options

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Triple Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
Hairdryer
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Vibe Guest Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
Hairdryer
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Aqua View Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
Hairdryer
  • 29 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Located near the beach, Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront is in Darwin City Centre, a neighbourhood in Darwin. Darwin Deckchair Cinema and Brown's Mart Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include WWII Oil Storage Tunnels and Lyons Cottage. 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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7 Kitchener Drive, Darwin, NT, 0800

What's nearby

  • The Esplanade - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Wave Lagoon - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Darwin Waterfront - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Darwin Convention Centre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Fort Hill Wharf - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Precinct - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hot Tamale - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪CHOW! - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lime Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Crustaceans on the Wharf - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront

Upscale hotel near Darwin Waterfront
A poolside bar, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar are just a few of the amenities provided at Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront. The on-site restaurant, Curve Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition to a gym and a business centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Limo/town car service, buffet breakfast (surcharge) and self-parking (surcharge)
  • A lift, smoke-free property and a 24-hour front desk
  • A banquet hall, concierge services and tour/ticket information
Room features
All 120 rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cots/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with deep-soaking baths and free toiletries
  • 50-inch LCD TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Parking on site (AUD 19 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; AUD 32 for adults and AUD 16 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Curve Restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.2 per cent for credit card payments
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50.0 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the 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 100 per accommodation, per stay

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately AUD 32 for adults and from 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 per cent

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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.

We should mention

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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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Frequently asked questions

Does Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront?

As of 15 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront on 1 Feb 2026 start from NZ$194.54, 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 Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront?

Self-parking is available for AUD 19 per day.

What time is check-in at Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

What time is check-out at Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront located?

Located in Darwin City Centre, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of The Esplanade and Darwin Waterfront. Wave Lagoon and WWII Oil Storage Tunnels are just steps away.

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Reviews

Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.4

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 437 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 376 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 122 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly people, room was lovely, bed comfortable. Bathroom needs updating, however was only for one night!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Convenient and quiet

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 .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Great location, friendly staff, good sized and lovely rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Katrina

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel - ideally located … it’s in the tropics so there is a touch of tropical mold smell that you find everywhere in Darwin
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Our stay was made difficult as the room had a shower over a bath. My partner who is 82 could not use it. Staff were great and arranged for an accessible shower room but we had to wait for the relocation. The new room was spacious but too many mirrors that confused my patner
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location Friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Lots of restaurants along the waterfront and an easy walk into the city. Comfortable room.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, food and drinks options were right on the doorstep. Easy walk to bus interchange
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient for the trip
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel was in a great location. Unfortunately our room was the furtheriest room from reception, the pool, laundry etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent location on the water and centrally located to shopping restaurants and other interesting things. Staff was excellent and courteous. Only complaint, the property needs serious updating.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great service, good location

The front desk staff were so lovely and helpful. Really appreciated the service and kindness, it was especially welcome after some issues with my flight. Great location and very quiet. I liked being able to walk to the Wharf for sunrise and there were many good restaurants just next door.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

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

8/10 Good

Logesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

6/10 Okay

Di

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
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!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Disliked: Staff & service
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Joelene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Great value, excellence in hospitality

Just fantastic well.done to the professional staff at the Vibe Darwin
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025