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The Cavenagh

3.5 star property
Motel with an outdoor pool, 10-minute walk to Darwin Waterfront

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The Cavenagh in Darwin City Centre offers an energetic atmosphere with concerts and live shows. Guests enjoy modern European dishes, relax by the outdoor pool, or gather for drinks at the bar. Practical amenities include laundry facilities and luggage storage.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is ฿1,524
฿1,676 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov

Room options

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Boutique Twin | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Boutique Twin

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Desk
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Boutique King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(47 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Desk
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Double Room, Pool View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
12 Cavenagh Street, Darwin, NT, 0800

What's nearby

  • The Esplanade - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Darwin Waterfront - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Darwin Convention Centre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mindil Beach - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Cullen Bay Marina - 5 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • East Arm Darwin Station - 17 min drive
  • Darwin International Airport (DRW) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Charlie's of Darwin - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Moorish Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Cav - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ruby - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Stone House Wine Bar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Cavenagh

Motel near Darwin Waterfront
Consider a stay at The Cavenagh and take advantage of a poolside bar, concerts and live shows and a coffee shop/cafe. The on-site Modern European cuisine restaurant, The Cavenagh, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities and a bar.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool along with free cabanas, sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • A vending machine, luggage storage and ATM/banking services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 80 rooms include comforts, such as air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Full-sized fridge/freezers, electric kettles and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Cavenagh

Things to do

  • Concerts/live shows
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Free pool cabanas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

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
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
All guests, including children, are required to present a valid government-issued ID card at check-in.
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property has limited room availability on the ground floor. Guests may request ground floor rooms after booking, subject to availability.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Cavenagh Darwin
Cavenagh Hotel
Cavenagh Hotel Darwin
Cavenagh Motel Darwin
Cavenagh Motel
The Cavenagh Motel
The Cavenagh Darwin
The Cavenagh Motel Darwin

Frequently asked questions

Does The Cavenagh have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Cavenagh?

As of 3 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cavenagh on 28 Nov 2025 start from ฿1,523.5, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Cavenagh pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Cavenagh?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Cavenagh?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is The Cavenagh located?

Located in Darwin City Centre, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Chung Wah Temple and Darwin Waterfront. Brown's Mart Theatre and Smith Street Mall are also within 5 minutes.

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Reviews

The Cavenagh Reviews

7.8

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.6

Eco-friendliness

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 325 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 386 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 190 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 68 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1003 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jamie White

Great location, friendly staff and nice pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jocelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very noisy at night, but good place to stay close to city amenities . Reasonable price, clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place quiet after 9:30pm have already booked our stay for next year
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and ambience
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Lawrence

Liked: Staff & service
Older property with vintage charm
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room cleanliness 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay, had everything you could need. Live music and pub. Staff were wonderful and food at restaurant was delicious.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well located, friendly staff, clean and tidy and surprisingly quiet apart from room doors and main security gate that bang closed quite loudly as guests come and go. I’d definitely stay here again. Good value for the price, too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were fantastic- very friendly and had ideas of what to do on our trip to Darwin. Rooms were standard fair and clean. Great atmosphere around the pool with DJ and live music at different times
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good CBD location, love to come back again, Staff very friendly and approachable, and knowledgeable. Like to have more bright lights in the room. Perfect. Like to recommend to my friends who will be traveling soon from Singapore.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

JOANNE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous position, short walk to waterfront & bus terminal. Venue perhaps a little 'tired' but pool area excellent, Rooms clean & well serviced. Staff amazing, very helpful & courteous, shout out to Joy-Joy receptionist & front of house for accommodation. Good live entertainment. Food good, menu could be updated.
Stayed 16 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If i had to change 1 thing i would put an oscillating fan in each room to help with circulation of the air conditioning....
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The friendly helpful staff combined with a great level of cleanliness and facilities for such a great price
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place excellent staff Great food walking distance to everything in Darwin
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Facilities were decent for the price. Clean room, comfy bed, all the basics included ie. kettle, tea, coffee, shower essentials, fresh towels etc. Room was above the pub with live music until 10pm + drunken guests partied on a bit longer (ear plugs recommended). Pool + location made up for the sleep deprivation.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Such a u quiet property for fun and entertainment Great price and no need to go anywhere else
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right in the heart of the city, good facilities incl clean pool with gazebos around, spacious room with fridge,
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Dianne

I did not have one hot shower. The water was cold the whole 5 nights of my stay
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy walk from town
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is an older but well maintained hotel in the very heart of downtown Darwin with its own pub and restaurant. Really good value for the money and quite comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Rochana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Easy access to many places.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Staff & service
I was just using this place as a layover spot before I joined my cruise ship. I got in very late after connecting flying from the states. 14 time zones away. Darwin is a wonderful tropical town in the Northern Territory of Australia. Very similar to Hawaii. Very laid back but with all kinds of shopping dining options. This is a bacis only hotel with no frills, a nice swimming pool. Great for I situation like mine.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ken

Liked: Staff & service
Water problem at front hence no shower. Had later check out so worked out ok,understand things break and leak and need fixing so all good,had a nice stay and enjoyed the meals. Thank you Ken.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

STEPHEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Meals were nice but place noisy at night with music and traffic
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022