Rydges Darwin Central
Hotel, 4-star21 Knuckey Street, Darwin, AustraliaShow on map
8.2 · Very good1,400 reviews
- Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 10:30 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.3 out of 10, at 21 Knuckey Street.
- Parking on siteAvailable at a charge the property sets.
Modern Boutique Hotel in Darwin City Centre
Beautifully Appointed Rooms: Experience luxury in every detail with air-conditioned rooms featuring private bathrooms, LCD TVs, and dining areas. Upgrade to rooms with kitchenettes for added convenience.
Dining Options: Indulge in a diverse breakfast selection at Salvatores cafe and savor Italian cuisine in a casual atmosphere at Salvatores Café. Enjoy the convenience of room service available throughout the day.
Convenient Location: Explore Darwin with ease as the hotel is within walking distance to cinemas, theatres, nightclubs, restaurants, and shopping. The waterfront Esplanade is just 200 meters away.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Fitness center
- Swimming pool
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
Rooms
8.2
Very good
Rated 8.2 out of 10 by 1,400 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness7.8
- Service9.3
- Location9.3
- Rooms8.3
- Amenities7.8
- Value7.8
- Food & drink6.8
Guests mention
Friendly staffCentral locationComfortable beds
JulieAustraliaDark and below average- heaps better options in Darwin
Central location and easy access
The windows in the rooms are so small, no natural light. The air conditioning was so loud it was either sweat at night or sleep with ear plugs and a blanket. Would I stay again no.
MelissaAustraliaThe location was down an alleyway, but walking distance to everything central
The room was dated and basic for the cost of the room.
KeithAustraliaOk
Hot water is only Luke warm
HelenAustraliaWould stay again.
Very central, to walk to where we had planned our weekend activities.
Clean and spacious room. TV in room not user friendly though..
GaryAustraliaGreat location for the CBD and only a short walk to dining, shops, the Waterfront precinct etc. Unfortunately the hotel
CBD convenience and central location.
Very tired and in desperate need of a complete renovation or modernisation.
KaleAustraliaCat friendly, very helpful when you have to move interstate with a cat
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
21 Knuckey Street, Darwin, Australia
Guests rate the location 9.3 out of 10 — superb.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 3:00 PM until 12:00 AM
Check-out by 10:30 AM
Children welcome
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No pets
Paid parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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You must show a valid credit card upon check in. This credit card must be in the same name as the guest's name on the booking confirmation. If you will not be able to provide the credit card used at time of booking upon check-in, please contact the property prior to arrival using the contact details found on the booking confirmation make alternate arrangements. Please note that there is Credit Card surcharge applied when you pay with a Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club credit card. This hotel is a 100% nonsmoking property with no smoking allowed throughout the whole complex. Any guest found in breach of the hotel's nonsmoking policy may be charged additional cleaning fees (AUD $300 minimum charge) and additional compensation charges for the hotel’s loss of revenue. Please note that valet parking is subject to availability at the time of arrival and cannot be guaranteed. The rate for valet parking is subject to increase without prior notice. There is capacity for a maximum of one car per room. Guests planning to arrive by car are welcome to contact the property for more information using the contact details on the booking confirmation. Please note breakfast prices may vary due to being an A la Cart menu.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charge
What we’d check for you here
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- The pet fee and any size limit, which is where these bookings usually come apart.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Rydges Darwin Central
What time is check-in and check-out at Rydges Darwin Central?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:30 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Rydges Darwin Central allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Rydges Darwin Central?
Yes — parking is available on site at a charge the property sets. We check the rate and whether a space can be reserved against your dates.
Does Rydges Darwin Central have a pool?
Yes — a pool is listed among the property's facilities. Seasonal closures are common, so we'll confirm it's open for your dates.
Is breakfast included at Rydges Darwin Central?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does Rydges Darwin Central have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Does Rydges Darwin Central have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at Rydges Darwin Central?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 3:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book Rydges Darwin Central?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Rydges Darwin Central?
21 Knuckey Street, Darwin.
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