Novotel Darwin Airport

Novotel Darwin Airport is a practical base for travellers who want to stay close to their flight. The hotel is beside Darwin International Airport, with the site listing the terminal at about 250 metres away, and it offers a scheduled airport shuttle for an additional charge. Darwin’s CBD is a short drive away, while Casuarina Square Shopping Centre, Marrara International Sports Complex and Crocodylus Park are also within easy reach by car. That location makes it suited to early departures, stopovers and visitors combining business with time in Darwin and the wider Top End.

Accommodation ranges from standard queen and twin-queen rooms to one-bedroom executive suites and two-bedroom apartments. Some rooms offer airport or pool views, and accessible accommodation is available. The apartment-style options sleep up to four people, making them a practical choice for families or small groups, while the smaller rooms and suites cater to solo travellers, couples and business guests. Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a non-smoking property and on-site parking are listed among the hotel’s facilities.

The property has a lap pool and a gym with round-the-clock access, giving guests options for a swim or workout without leaving the grounds. Poolhouse Bar & Kitchen is the main all-day dining venue, described as combining Californian coastal influences with a Territory feel. Splash Café provides a more relaxed alfresco setting for in-house guests, families and children, with fresh drinks and light meals served around the pool area. Breakfast is available in both buffet and à la carte formats across the two venues.

For work functions and events, Novotel Darwin Airport also offers meeting facilities, including rooms with contemporary decor and natural light. The hotel’s overall mix of airport convenience, pool facilities, dining and varied room layouts suits business travellers, families, couples and guests travelling alone. With a Google rating of 3.9 from 775 reviews, it is best considered for its location and range of on-site amenities, particularly when proximity to Darwin Airport is the main priority.