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About the Hotel

21 Knuckey Street, Darwin, Australia, 0801

Rydges Darwin Central, a 4.5-rated environmentally friendly hotel, features modern amenities and is notable for its central location in the vibrant heart of Darwin’s shopping district. This contemporary executive boutique hotel offers a range of dining options, an outdoor pool, and spacious accommodations.

Rooms & Amenities

Rydges Darwin Central offers air-conditioned rooms equipped with a private bathroom, LCD TV with pay-per-view movies, and dining areas. The deluxe rooms are spacious and well-furnished, suitable for both business travelers and families.

Dining Options

The Waterhole Restaurant serves an International Breakfast Buffet with an extensive selection. Salvatores Café provides Italian cuisine in a casual setting, with fresh bakery items available daily.

Leisure & Local Attractions

Leisure activities include an outdoor pool and nearby parks for exploration. Rydges Darwin Central's prime locale allows easy access to the Mindil Beach Markets, Darwin Wharf Precinct, and the Deckchair Cinema.

Services & Transportation

Guests benefit from undercover secure car parking and concierge services. The hotel is within easy walking distance of the Darwin Bus Interchange and various popular eateries, making transportation convenient.

“This hotel is perfectly situated in the heart of town, making it super easy to walk to all the best cafes, restaurants, and sights!”view full review

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“Great location with friendly, accommodating staff!” view full review

Top location:Highly rated by recent guests(9.0)

Check-in/Check-out

from 15:00-23:59

until 10 am

Amenities

Private parking is possible on site (reservation might be needed) at AUD 29 per day.

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Other information

A full breakfast is served at the price of AUD 35 per person per day.

Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.

Pets are allowed on request.

Year renovated:2011

Number of rooms:167

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe King Room

Max:

2 persons

35 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

City view

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Queen Room

Max:

3 persons

35 m²

Bed options:

2 Double beds

City view

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Queen Room

Max:

2 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center

Darwin400 ft

Airports

Darwin International (DRW) 7.8 mi

Bathurst Island (BRT) 12.0 mi

Train

Darwin Train Station 5.7 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious Comfort

“The room was impressively large, featuring a huge bed that provided really good comfort for a relaxing stay.” view full review

Lovely Bathroom

“I really enjoyed the stylish and clean bathroom; it added a touch of luxury to my experience.” view full review

Cozy Pillows

“The pillows were incredibly comfortable, creating the perfect atmosphere for a good night's sleep.” view full review

Ideal for Families

“The self-catering facilities worked wonderfully; having a kitchen made it easy to prepare meals and enjoy family time.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Elevator
Barber shop
Coffee shop
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Room service
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Business center
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cribs
Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Plunge pool
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Spa & wellness center

Room features

Air conditioning
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

21 Knuckey Street, Darwin, Australia, 0801

Map view

21 Knuckey Street, Darwin, Australia, 0801

City landmarks

Square

Darwin Wharf Precinct

4400 ft

Church

St Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Cathedral

2100 ft

Aquarium

Aquascene Fish Feeding

4500 ft

Parks

Bicentennial Park

3500 ft

Garden

George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens

1.3 mi

Kitchener Drive Stokes Hill Wharf Precinct

Australian Pearling Exhibition

3100 ft

Darwin Waterfront Kitchener Drive

Wave Lagoon

3000 ft

Jervois Rd

Darwin Deckchair Cinema

2600 ft

Casinos

Mindil Beach Casino & Resort

1.3 mi

Museums

WWII Oil Storage Tunnels

2300 ft

Darwin Wharf Precinct Stokes Hill Wharf

Indo-Pacific Marine Exhibition

4400 ft

31 Doctors Gully Rd

The USS Peary Memorial

2400 ft

Museums

RFDS Darwin Tourist Facility

1.1 mi

Museums

Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory

1.9 mi

Nearby

Zoo

Crocosaurus Cove

1200 ft

Public Building

Parliament House

1700 ft

Nawurlandja Lookout

900 ft

Bicentennial Park

Darwin Cenotaph

1300 ft

Gallery

Aboriginal Fine Arts Gallery

300 ft

Gallery

Paul Arnold Gallery

400 ft

Gallery

Mbantua Fine Art Gallery

900 ft

Gallery

Mason Gallery

800 ft

Star Village 32 Smith St

Star Village

800 ft

25 Woods St

Chinese Temple and Museum Chung Wah

1300 ft

13 Smith St

The Old Town Hall

1300 ft

2 Smith St

Christ Church Cathedral Darwin

1800 ft

The Esplanade (near Government House)

Survivors' Lookout

1900 ft

Lake Alexander

1600 ft

Access Road off Litchfield Park Road

The Cascades

1600 ft

Smith Street

The Mall

600 ft

Restaurants

Nando's

200 ft

21 Knuckey St Shop T5

Vietnamese Saigon Star

300 ft

60 Smith St

Ruby Vietnamese Restaurant

300 ft

48-50 Smith Street

Ichi Izakaya

300 ft

48-50 Smith St M20

Wisdom Bar and Cafe

700 ft

48 Mitchell St Ashton Lodge

Cold Rock Ice Creamery Darwin

400 ft

Mitchell Centre Mitchell Street

Dolce Espresso Bar

300 ft

Shop 18A 48-50 Smith Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

72%

liked the hotel and would stay again

7.2/10

Very good

Rooms

7.7

Location

9.0

Service

7.7

Dining

7.0

4/5 based on 2310 reviews

#9 of 38 hotels in Darwin based on Tripadvisor

Sheila

United Kingdom, January 2024

7.0/10

The hotel room cost me over $200 for a night's stay, which I found a bit pricey for what it offered, but it was very spacious and in a superb location with easy access to plenty of food options. There was a noticeable smell when I first opened the door, quite different from my previous stays 2 years ago, especially the rooms on the 5th or 6th floor, which were better.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were large and spacious.

Service

5.0

The staff were rude and lazy at times, and it took a while for them to attend to customers. However, they were very helpful with optional travel arrangements and tours.

Location

9.0

The location was great, making it easy to access all of Darwin on foot and public transport for outer city areas. It was also within walking distance of many dining options and bars.

Dining

8.0

The dining options were good. There were cost-effective choices that allowed me to have a simple meal like cereal and coffee. The continental style breakfast was tasty and served promptly.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel lacked natural breeze due to sealed windows, but it offered necessary amenities for a comfortable stay.

John

United Kingdom, August 2023

8.2/10

Overall, my stay at the hotel was pleasant. The rooms were quite tiny but surprisingly very comfortable, equipped with all the necessary amenities even though we didn't use them much. The service was friendly and accommodating, making our extended stay stress-free. The location was excellent, within walking distance to various attractions in the CBD. The dining options were good, with a variety of choices available at reasonable prices.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were very comfortable despite being quite tiny.

Service

9.0

The staff were friendly and accommodating, especially with our requests for late check-out and extending our stay.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was excellent, within walking distance to most attractions in the CBD.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience offered good options at reasonable prices.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel had all the necessary facilities for a comfortable stay.

Peter

United Kingdom, June 2023

7.8/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The rooms were clean, spacious, and ideal for both relaxation and activity. The staff was incredibly accommodating and pleasant. The central location made it easy to explore the town, although dining options could be better. Overall, a great value for the money.

Rooms

8.0

The room was very spacious, allowing me to comfortably roll out my yoga mat in the morning. It was also clean and comfortable, perfect for a family stay.

Service

9.0

The staff went above and beyond, letting us check in early with no extra charge. They were always prompt and helpful, making our stay hassle-free.

Location

9.0

The hotel's central location in Darwin's CBD was a major plus, as we could easily walk to all the attractions and enjoy the waterfront. The secure parking was a convenient perk.

Dining

6.0

While the dining experience had some good aspects, such as quality local bread, the overall selection and service could be improved. We often opted to eat outside the hotel for more variety.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel facilities were very handy, especially the easy parking arrangements. However, a lack of nighttime restaurant service was a downside for evening dining.