Mantra on the Esplanade

Luxury hotel with outdoor pool, near Darwin Waterfront

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Darwin City Centre is home to Mantra on the Esplanade, where tropical charm meets modern comfort. Take a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool or stroll through the lush garden. With free public WiFi and bike rentals available, guests can stay connected and active during their stay.
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Weekly housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Self parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Hair salon
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Laundry facilities
$103 nightly
$103 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Showing 9 of 9 rooms
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing
Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing
Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, City View

Exceptional
  • 581 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Harbor View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing
Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing
Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Harbor View

  • 560 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 872 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Room, 2 Bedrooms, City View (Dual Key) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing
Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing
Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

Room, 2 Bedrooms, City View (Dual Key)

  • 872 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Room, 2 Bedrooms, Harbor View (Dual Key) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing
Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing
Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

Room, 2 Bedrooms, Harbor View (Dual Key)

  • 872 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing
Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing
Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

  • 1163 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Twin Beds OR 3 King Beds
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Room, City View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing
Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing
Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

Room, City View

  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing
Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing
Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

Room, Harbor View

Very good
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Apartment (Penthouse) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing
Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing
Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, soundproofing

Apartment (Penthouse)

  • 1163 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
88 The Esplanade, Darwin, NT, 0800

What's nearby

  • The Esplanade - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Crocosaurus Cove - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Smith Street Mall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Darwin Waterfront - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Darwin Convention Centre - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Darwin International Airport (DRW) - 21 min drive
  • East Arm Darwin Station - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shenannigans - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Monsoons Darwin - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Tap on Mitchell - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rays Cafe & Patisserie - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Non La - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Mantra on the Esplanade

Mantra on the Esplanade puts you within a 10-minute drive of Darwin Waterfront and Mindil Beach. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include an outdoor pool and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 204 rooms
    • Arranged over 8 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    • 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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

    • Secured covered onsite self parking (AUD 19 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Built in 1997
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • An outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Weekly housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: AUD 200.00 per stay

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway beds are available for AUD 40.0 per day

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs AUD 19 per night with in/out privileges
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
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.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Mantra Esplanade Aparthotel
Mantra Esplanade Aparthotel Darwin
Mantra Esplanade Darwin
Mantra Esplanade Hotel Darwin
Mantra On The Esplanade Darwin
Mantra On The Esplanade Hotel Darwin
Mantra Esplanade Hotel
Mantra on the Esplanade Hotel
Mantra on the Esplanade Darwin
Mantra on the Esplanade Hotel Darwin

Frequently asked questions

Does Mantra on the Esplanade offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Mantra on the Esplanade does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Mantra on the Esplanade?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Mantra on the Esplanade?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Mantra on the Esplanade?

Yes. Self parking costs AUD 19 per night. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Mantra on the Esplanade?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Mantra on the Esplanade?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but SKYCITY Casino (4-min drive) and Mindil Beach Casino & Resort (4-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Mantra on the Esplanade and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as sailing. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a garden.

What's the area around Mantra on the Esplanade like?

Mantra on the Esplanade is in Darwin City Centre, a short 19-minute walk from Darwin Waterfront and 4 minutes' walk from Darwin Harbour. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Mantra on the Esplanade Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities

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10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean and staff very helpful
Lonnie, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The room was quiet and nice with its own kitchen and balcony.
Stephen, 8-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean, comfortable and convenient.
Robyn, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location close to lots of cafes etc helpful staff
Michael, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was a great stay. Just a shame that they had no restaurant on the property
Brett, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Love the balcony view
Lucinda, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Parking should be free
Brendon, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Lovely location right on the Esplanade. Close to restaurants and shops.
Brett, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Location, clean and friendly staff
Sally, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great spot, great view. Fantastic staff member at the service counter 13/10/2025 1(12pm).
Adrian, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean and bathroom was also clean
Jason, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent base for family stay in Darwin. Easy walk to main mall, hop on and off bus and waterfront.
Annalisa, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nice big apartment style room with separate bedroom. Great location. Main restaurant strip close by. Walkable distance to the waterfront development. Only problem was the aircon was a bit too efficient. Could only set fan speed. Was uncomfortably cold.
Susan, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

We appreciated the hotel giving us an early check in (2 hrs) and late checkout (2 hrs). The room is really so so, limited to 2 bath towels for the stay (no room service during our 4-day stay), we had to get (beg) for extra towels at the front desk. WiFi is spotty, maybe because the hotel is an apartment/hotel complex therefore bandwidth is limited. Wish the room has more clothes hangers and a safe. The location is perfect for its close proximity to city center and restaurants, as well as green park along the ocean. Staffs are friendly and helpful.
Jian, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

No in house breakfast available
Jacqueline, 6-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Very boring property
Bob, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, easy to access everywhere around Darwin.
Nicole, 6-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great location. A plethora of eating options very very close by. Walking distance to free bus, supermarkets, shops, galleries, stop for the hop on hop off bus. Very comfortable bed and loved the size and layout of our room, which was more like an apartment, with washer, dryer, cookware dinnerware and dishwasher.
Richard, 10-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Location was spot on, sunset views and easy walk to restaurants, pubs and shops
Kristy, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

darwin trip

good spot close to everything
frank, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nice spacious hotel . Could not turn off aircon unit way too cold . Bathroom was quite mouldy .
Patricia, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Awesome hotel to stay at, close to shops and restaurants and hotel room had everything we wanted. Would stay here again 😊
Rachel, 6-night trip
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2/10 Poor

Very run down Dirty , wet carpet Old couch No restaurant Very expensive for what we received
David, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely accommodation close to the centre of town
Karen, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Overall a good stay
Donald, 7-night trip