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8.2

Excellent

378 reviews

378 reviews

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9.2

Exceptional

Location rating score

Exceptional location - 740 meters to the beach
Exceptional for walking
Walkable places
Raintree Park

80 m

Aboriginal Fine Arts

120 m

Wisdom

120 m

Throb

130 m

Paul Arnold Bush Photos

190 m

Popular landmarks
Darwin Waterfront

700 m

Wave Lagoon

790 m

Darwin Wharf Precinct

1.2 km

Stokes Hill Wharf

1.2 km

Mindil Beach

2.1 km

Closest landmarks
Mitchell Centre Pharmacy

140 m

Amcal Barden's Pharmacy

140 m

Yoga Territory

170 m

Shenannigans

260 m

Aboriginal Bush Traders

260 m

Rydges Darwin Central

21 Knuckey Street, Darwin City, Darwin, Australia, 800 - See map

Conveniently situated in the Darwin City part of Darwin, this property puts you close to attractions and interesting dining options. This 4-star property is packed with in-house facilities to improve the quality and joy of your stay.

Highlights

220 meters to Crocosaurus Cove

Check-in [24-hour]

740 meters to the beach

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Currency exchange

Facilities

Front desk [24-hour]

Valet parking

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Check-in/out [express]

Luggage storage

Swimming pool [indoor]

Restaurants

Room service [24-hour]

Your dates are popular among travelersUsers are booking a place in Darwin every 32 minutes on Agoda.com
Value for money8.1
Distance to city center0 km
Location rating9.2
Nearest airportDarwin International Airport (DRW)
Distance to airport7.3 km

Rooms available at Rydges Darwin Central

Very good
Room comfort & quality

8

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            Frequently asked questions

            What time is check-in and check-out at Rydges Darwin Central?

            Check-in is from 02:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM. You may request early check-in or late check-out during booking, subject to availability. Guests checking in or out before or after the designated periods may be charged an additional fee. The hotel offers luggage storage to guests for before check-in and after check-out. The front desk is always open, day or night.

            How do I get to Rydges Darwin Central?

            For those who wish to drive their own cars, Rydges Darwin Central has a car park that's close to the hotel. Parking is available for a fee of 19.50 AUD per day. Parking options include a full-service valet for total ease. If you're looking for an easy way to get around Darwin with private transportation, the hotel can arrange taxi service.

            Is breakfast offered at Rydges Darwin Central?

            Start your mornings right, with the continental and buffet breakfast options offered at Rydges Darwin Central. Adults can enjoy breakfast offered with an additional charge of 21 AUD if not included in the room rate. You may save on breakfast costs with Agoda by booking a room with breakfast, which is often included for less than buying it at the hotel.

            What are my dining options at Rydges Darwin Central?

            Rydges Darwin Central features an on-site restaurant for your dining convenience. To meet any special dietary requirements, halal diet is prepared with the utmost care and attention.

            What is the smoking policy at Rydges Darwin Central?

            Rydges Darwin Central does permit smoking in some areas and is not 100% smoke-free.

            What is the closest train, metro, or bus station to Rydges Darwin Central?

            Cullen Bay 806 Bus Station is the closest train, metro, or bus station, about 2.5 km away from Rydges Darwin Central.

            What restaurants are nearby Rydges Darwin Central?

            Restaurants including Ayuriz Cafe Restaurant, Nando's and Asian Pot are popular in Rydges Darwin Central’s neighborhood which is known as Darwin City.

            What popular shopping places are close to Rydges Darwin Central?

            Located in the Darwin City area, Rydges Darwin Central is close to great shopping choices like Mindil Beach Sunset Market, Paul Arnold Bush Photos and Viva La Body.

            What are popular attractions near Rydges Darwin Central?

            Guests at Rydges Darwin Central can easily visit Museum & Art Gallery of the Northern Territory, Defence of Darwin Experience and Darwin Wharf Precinct located in the Darwin City area.

            What popular beaches are close to Rydges Darwin Central?

            Guests at Rydges Darwin Central can easily visit Mindil Beach, Darwin Wave Pool and Fannie Bay Beach in the Darwin City area.

            What popular natural sightseeing spots are close to Rydges Darwin Central?

            Rydges Darwin Central is located in the Darwin City area, which is famous for natural sightseeing destinations such as Darwin Waterfront, Port Darwin and Frances Bay.

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            What people love about Rydges Darwin Central

            • 8.4

              Excellent
              Cleanliness

              "Amazing value for money, best location, spotless clean, almost as new rooms and furniture."

              Jovan

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              January 8, 2020

            • 8.8

              Excellent
              Location

              "Comfortable and excellent location in Darwin."

              CJ

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              May 30, 2019

            • 9.2

              Exceptional
              Location

              "Good location."

              EVELYN

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              April 17, 2019

            Property ranking|Compared to 132 Darwin properties
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            Location score
            9.2/10
            Room comfort score
            8/10
            Cleanliness score
            8.6/10
            Value for money score
            8.1/10
            Better than
            92
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            Better than
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            Overall rating:

            8.2

            Excellent
            378 reviews
            Cleanliness
            8.6
            Facilities
            7.5
            Location
            9.2
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            More about Rydges Darwin Central

            More about Rydges Darwin Central

            This contemporary boutique hotel, located in the heart of Darwin, is within easy walking distance of numerous attractions. Guest can access a host of restaurants, shopping malls, theaters, nightclubs, and other tourist attractions. The rooms are spacious and furnished with a good compilation of amenities, ideally suited for short or long-term stays. Many of the 132 rooms offer kitchenettes, handy for those who want to stay in and prepare food. The outdoor plunge pool is a terrific place to cool off and the on-site restaurant is great for having a quick bite to eat in a relaxing atmosphere. Business travelers will also be delighted to find conference facilities on-site. Rydges Darwin Central is perfect for business and holiday travelers that want a prime location and a host of useful amenities.

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            Amenities and facilities

            Very good
            Facilities

            7.5

            Most talked about facilities

            Housekeeping

            32 mentions

            Breakfast

            17 mentions

            Internet

            6 mentions

            Car Park

            5 mentions

            Languages spoken
            • English
            Accessibility
            • Wheelchair accessible
            Internet access
            • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
            • Internet
            • Wi-Fi in public areas
            Things to do, ways to relax
            • Swimming pool [indoor]
            • Swimming pool [outdoor]
            • Ticket services
            • Tours
            Cleanliness and safety
            • Daily disinfection in all rooms
            • Daily disinfection in common areas
            • First aid kit
            Dining, drinking, and snacking
            • Breakfast [buffet]
            • Breakfast [continental]
            • Coffee shop
            • Restaurant [halal]
            • Restaurants
            • Room service [24-hour]
            Services and conveniences
            • Concierge
            • Convenience store
            • Currency exchange
            • Daily housekeeping
            • Doorman
            • Dry cleaning
            • Elevator
            • Facilities for disabled guests
            • Laundromat
            • Laundry service
            • Luggage storage
            • Postal service
            • Safety deposit boxes
            • Shops
            • Smoking area
            For the kids
            • Family room
            Access
            • Check-in/out [express]
            • Check-in [24-hour]
            • Front desk [24-hour]
            • Pets allowed
            • Security [24-hour]
            Getting around
            • Car park [charges apply]
            • Car park [nearby]
            • Taxi service
            • Valet parking

            Location

            21 Knuckey Street, Darwin City, Darwin, Australia, 800
            Exceptional
            Location

            9.2

            Public transportation
            • Cullen Bay 806 Bus Station
              2.6 km
            • Darwin Train Station
              6.9 km
            Airports
            • Darwin International Airport (DRW)
              7.3 km
            Hospital or clinic
            • Mitchell Centre Pharmacy
              140 m
            Shopping
            • Mindil Beach Sunset Market
              2.3 km
            Convenience store
            • On-site
            Cash withdrawal
            • ATM
              60 m

            What's nearby

            Popular landmarks
            • Crocosaurus Cove
              250 m
            • Darwin Waterfront
              700 m
            • Wave Lagoon
              790 m
            • Darwin Wharf Precinct
              1.2 km
            • Stokes Hill Wharf
              1.2 km
            • Mindil Beach
              2.1 km
            • Museum & Art Gallery of the Northern Territory
              2.9 km
            • Defence of Darwin Experience
              6.6 km
            • Australian Aviation Heritage Centre
              7.3 km
            • Berry Springs Nature Reserve
              31.0 km
            Nearby landmarks
            • Raintree Park
              80 m
            • Aboriginal Fine Arts
              120 m
            • Wisdom
              120 m
            • Throb
              130 m
            • Mitchell Centre Pharmacy
              140 m
            • Amcal Barden's Pharmacy
              140 m
            • Yoga Territory
              170 m
            • Paul Arnold Bush Photos
              190 m
            • Tap
              200 m
            • Viva La Body
              210 m
            Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

            Property policies

            Children and extra beds

            Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

            All children are welcome.

            Infant 0-2 year(s)
            Stay for free if using existing bedding.
            Baby cot/crib may be requested directly from the property.
            Children 3-12 year(s)
            Must use an extra bed
            If you need an extra bed, it will incur an additional charge.
            Guests 13 years and older are considered as adults
            Must use an extra bed which will incur an additional charge.
            Others
            • Please note that every guest is required to provide a photo identification and a credit card for verification/ pre-authorisation at check in for any incidental charges and room payment if required. If the guest does not want to use a credit card, a cash deposit will be required of a minimum $300.
            • Credit Cards
              The Hotel accepts American Express, Diners, Master card and Visa card for payments. A surcharge of 1.5% is applicable for payments made via credit card.
            • This is a strictly non-smoking property. Guests are responsible for all costs, damages, and liabilities caused by smoking.
            • Please note that the Hotel offers a valet car parking service for all guests. It is subject to availability at the time of arrival. Guests' car being registered and there are additional charges applied for the service.
            • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

            Some helpful facts

            Check-in/Check-out
            • Check-in from14:00
            • Check-out until10:30
            Getting around
            • Distance from city center0 km
            • Travel time to airport (minutes)15
            Extras
            • Breakfast charge (unless included in room price)21 AUD
            • Daily Internet/Wi-Fi fee2.00 AUD
            The property
            • Non-smoking rooms/floorsYes
            • Number of floors7
            • Number of restaurants1
            • Number of rooms 132
            • Room voltage240
            • Year property opened1997
            • Most recent renovation2012
            Parking
            • Daily parking fee19.50 AUD

            Reviews of Rydges Darwin Central from real guests

            Provided by verified guests of Agoda
            8.2
            /
            10
            Cleanliness8.6
            Facilities7.5
            Location9.2
            Room comfort and quality8.0
            Service8.3
            Value for money8.1
            High score for Darwin
            Rating
            9+ Exceptional (68)
            8-9 Excellent (70)
            7-8 Very Good (73)
            6-7 Good (25)
            <6 Below Expectation (26)
            Time of the year
            Mar - May (57)
            Jun - Aug (81)
            Sep - Nov (64)
            Dec - Feb (60)

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            9.2
            Exceptional
            EVELYN from Malaysia
            Couple
            Twin Queen Room
            Stayed 3 nights in April 2019

            GREAT LOCATION”

            good location. walking distance to the waterfront. a 10-12 minutes taxi ride to cullen bay to watch the sunset and a hearty meal of fish fillet at La Beach. the best, hotel staff are friendly and helpful. housekeeping was good too during our stay. truly appreciated that our bed were our beds were turned down when we check-in at 1.00am.

            Reviewed April 17, 2019

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            Dear Evelyn, It is great to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us. Thank you for taking the time to review our hotel. We hope you will come back and visit us soon! Regards, Michelle Davidson General Manager

            Responded April 25, 2019
            Rydges Darwin Central
            10.0
            Exceptional
            Kevin from Australia
            Solo traveler
            Twin Queen Room
            Stayed 7 nights in September 2021

            Excellent location”

            Staff were brilliant.

            Reviewed September 20, 2021

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            10.0
            Exceptional
            Hein from Australia
            Solo traveler
            Stayed 2 nights in November 2018

            Exceptional”

            Great location, good breakfast!

            Reviewed February 18, 2019

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            Dear Hein, It is great to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us. Thank you for taking the time to review our hotel. We hope you will come back and visit us soon! Regards, Michelle Davidson General Manager

            Responded February 27, 2019
            Rydges Darwin Central
            8.4
            Excellent
            Jovan from Australia
            Couple
            Stayed 5 nights in January 2020

            Amazing value for money, best location, spotless clean”

            Amazing value for money, best location, spotless clean, almost as new rooms and furniture. Facilities were lacking though, only one small pool in which you can't even swim. Staff was okay, but nothing special. However, probably the best hotel in terms of cleanliness and room I have ever been to. The cleaner ladies are nice and change your towels and shampoo etc. daily. You need to re-register for Internet everyday which is a bit silly. The air-conditioning temperature cannot be easily adjusted so my wife was too cold and we had to turn it off completely. And I was a bit hot. Still, probably best value for money in Darwin.

            Reviewed January 08, 2020

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            8.8
            Excellent
            Alan from United Kingdom
            Couple
            Stayed 6 nights in February 2019

            Lovely hotel”

            It was a lovely hotel in a good location. Knowing we had a car hire, I deliberately chose this hotel as it advertised 'parking', but disappointed that we would have to pay $19 a day extra. Apparently all of Darwin has this, but as we were from the UK, would not know. Told at hotel is was valet parking only.

            Reviewed February 11, 2019

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            Dear Alan, Thank you for reviewing the hotel. We appreciate hearing form our guests so we know what we did well and what areas we need to work on. Thanks for sharing your experience and we hope to see you again on your next visit. Regards, Michelle Davidson General Manager

            Responded February 27, 2019
            Rydges Darwin Central
            8.8
            Excellent
            CJ from Australia
            Solo traveler
            Twin Queen Room
            Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

            Ideal location”

            Comfortable and excellent location in Darwin. Happy and accommodating staff.

            Reviewed May 30, 2019

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            Dear CJ, It is great to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us. Thank you for taking the time to review our hotel. We hope you will come back and visit us soon! Regards, Michelle Davidson General Manager

            Responded June 02, 2019
            Rydges Darwin Central
            6.0
            Ian from Australia
            Solo traveler
            Twin Queen Room
            Stayed 4 nights in June 2021

            Not good enough”

            Not good value older hotel services poor bed not made up on Sunday???

            Reviewed June 22, 2021

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            5.2
            Joanne from Australia
            Couple
            Queen Room
            Stayed 10 nights in July 2021

            Disappointed”

            If you are expecting high quality accommodation to match the price then think again. If you want your room serviced you have to ask. Beds are not comfortable and the facilities are run down and not maintained and not clean. Would give it a 2.5-3.0 star rating at most. Would not recommend

            Reviewed July 22, 2021

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            9.3
            Exceptional
            Noel from Australia
            Couple
            Stayed 2 nights in June 2011

            Very convenient”

            Location, Friendliness

            we had a very enjoyable stay over the past weekend at darwin central hotel. it is very well named because it's situated right at the northern end of the smith st mall. this is in the centre of the cbd and is surrounded by good quality restaurants and bars. the bus terminal and new warf precinct are both within 5 minutes walk. the staff were very attentive and helpfull. we had a great full buffer breakfast for $17 each and the whole acommodation package was very affordable. our room was very comfortable and quiet even though we were so centally located.

            Reviewed July 02, 2011

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            8.7
            Excellent
            Kazuhiro from Japan
            Family with teens
            Stayed 2 nights in December 2012

            Cosy hotel with great customer service”

            Very good staff

            from the check in to the check out the assistance from the hotel staff was really detailed and thought for. even though the hotel itself was slightly older it still gives you a lot of comfort and room maintenance is done properly every time. the location is at the central area of darwin city and access was easy for everything in city.

            Reviewed December 19, 2012

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            9.7
            Exceptional
            robyn from Australia
            Solo traveler
            Stayed 5 nights in May 2012

            Perfect location, total peace and quiet in room”

            double glazing windows, immaculate rooms and public areas, location

            I chose to be staying in the centre of the city as I did not rent a car and expected some noise but hoped for the best. I was delighted to find that outside sounds didn't reach my room because of soundproof windows. Had the best 5 sleeps in years. Not only my room but all public hotel spaces were immaculate. Breakfast at the hotel restaurant was generous and friendly.I visit Darwin often to see family and will always plan to book into this hotel.

            Reviewed May 19, 2012

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            8.3
            Excellent
            James from Australia
            Business traveler
            Stayed 4 nights in July 2011

            Great Hotel in perfect position”

            Clean, well situated and friendly

            being my first trip to darwin i was pleased that i chose to stay at the darwin central hotel. it was conveniently positioned to all the local restaurants, bars and the waterfront. but a street back from all the noise. the hotel itself was very clean and apartment room was very spacious. the bathroom was well finished and roomy. there was no bath but as a business traveller, i normally only shower and the shower was large and powerful. the staff were friendly and helpful. i would recommend.

            Reviewed August 01, 2011

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            9.0
            Exceptional
            Helen from Australia
            Group
            Stayed 7 nights in September 2011

            Excellent central location and a great room”

            location very central, rooms very clean appear to have just been updated, great bathroom and kitchenette

            Really appreciated how close the hotel was to the centre of Darwin, enjoyed the valet parking, the reception staff were pleasant and helpful. The hotel was clean and appeared to have just been renovated. The pool area was small but workable. Had an enjoyable breakfast in the restuarant on one occasion. Only very minor difficulty we had, we asked if we could check in at the hotel for our return flights and were told we could however when we tried we were then told this facility was not available. We then had to find an internet cafe and it was not easy to check in at the cafe. Also we were not sure if the Waterhole restuarant was open it did not appear to be.

            Reviewed September 21, 2011

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            9.0
            Exceptional
            Patrick from United States
            Business traveler
            Stayed 2 nights in June 2013

            Really Nice”

            Night life, Easy to find,

            As a sailor on a port visit to Darwin, I found this hotel closer to every thing then I thought. It is literally right behind where all the night life scene is. No need for a cab at all. What was really cool is how the locals are friendly to American tourist. When the receptionist saw that I was U.S military, I was upgraded to a junior suite. Pretty sweet. The Junior sweet was an really nice spacious studio apartment type room. No only if they could have provided a blanket vice a sheet of linen to keep me warm from the chilly a/c.

            Reviewed July 14, 2013

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            10.0
            Exceptional
            Peter from Australia
            Solo traveler
            Stayed 2 nights in January 2011

            Best "Bang for your Buck" Hotel in Darwin ”

            Location, quality of hotel & value for money.
            Hit the piss then stumble home.

            Due to my work situation I have stayed in many hotels in Darwin. As far as value for money taking into account the position, facilities & quality of the hotel in general, there is none better in Darwin.

            Reviewed January 16, 2011

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            8.7
            Excellent
            Margaret from Australia
            Couple
            Stayed 4 nights in October 2015

            VERY CLEAN/ GREAT POSITION”

            Location, Location,Location

            Our four night stay was most enjoyable. We did not dine at the hotel as we were visiting our family in Darwin who reside in 1 bed apartment. Room was extremely clean and a credit to the staff. We had late flight out of Darwin and no problem to hold our luggage.

            Reviewed October 09, 2015

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            8.7
            Excellent
            Elizabeth from United States
            Couple
            Stayed 4 nights in May 2010

            Review of the Darwin Central Hotel”

            Location was convenient to main street in Darwin; staff was friendly; and breakfast was reasonably priced and good.
            We never got a chance to go swimming, but the pool looked a little small. Maybe just the size to cool off, which is why they call it a plunge pool on their website.

            We arrived early in the morning at the hotel. The staff were helpful in getting us checked in as soon as possible. The room does not come with breakfast, but there is a nice cafe attached to the hotel. The yogurt and muesli are especially good. The hotel is well situated in downtown Darwin - close to the pedestrian mall and far enough away from the street with the late night bars. It was a nice, clean hotel with not too many frills.

            Reviewed June 03, 2010

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            9.3
            Exceptional
            Jay from United States
            Solo traveler
            Stayed 1 night in February 2013

            Great location; lots of space”

            space in rooms, convenience location, good value for $$

            no complaints - good place for a quick stopover in Darwin - walking distance to everything you'd want to do. 1 point, we asked for late checkout and were told 11am is latest - then next morning, we arrived at 11am to checkout and were told we actually have room till 12pm - would have been good to know that earlier.

            Reviewed February 15, 2013

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            9.3
            Exceptional
            Ian from Australia
            Business traveler
            Stayed 1 night in May 2014

            Just A Great Hotel With Excellent Staff!”

            staff, quality rooms that were clean and well appointed, great location

            I will certainly return, the room was great, hotel location and staff was first class. This property is bang in the centre of Darwin, everything is within walking distance - just a really good value property!

            Reviewed May 04, 2014

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            9.3
            Exceptional
            Steven from Australia
            Solo traveler
            Stayed 5 nights in March 2016

            Great location”

            Catah a bus outside woolies which is 5 minuite walk to aircraft musuem heaps of places to go to to an array of

            Good check in could have been a little bit more welcoming thought the lady was abit rude maybe having a bad day other than this minor hiccup thought this hotel was excellent if I go back to Darwin again I will go back to this hotel again

            Reviewed March 24, 2016

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