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Holiday Inn Esplanade Darwin

4.0 of 5
116 The Esplanade, Northern Territory 0801, Australia
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3.5 of 5 stars 138 Reviews
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rnrjay
Katherine, Australia
Senior Reviewer
10 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 January 2012

My husband and I recently stayed in the Esplanade Suite for two night as our Christmas present to each other and it was amazing! From start to finish we were surrounded by luxury. It is on the 5th floor of the hotel and absolutely HUGE. You walk into the lounge which has sliding doors to the outside alcony with a... More

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Andrew Bayliss, General Manager at Holiday Inn Esplanade Darwin, responded to this review
10 February 2012

Wedding Nights or anniversarys............Your review is really rewarding for our team. Seeing the words WOW.......we cannot thank you enough. Any special occasion this is still one of the great locations in Australia. A landmark location. Please do not hesitate to contact Holiday Inn if you require a new booking anywhere in Australia.........We recommend our Holiday Inn website for the best... More

Admac12
Melbourne, Australia
1 review
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

This hotel has the friendliest and most accommodating staff, and this was the difference between an average stay and an excellent one. We were only there for 24 hours between flights but were able to use the hotel as a base while we did some sight-seeing, with the very practical and helpful staff providing us with whatever we needed (coolroom... More

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Andrew Bayliss, General Manager at Holiday Inn Esplanade Darwin, responded to this review
10 February 2012

THANK YOU. The team really would like to thank you for the review. Please let use know if you plan any trips to Kakadu or Alice Springs so we can assist with your bookings one of our Hotels. January is a stunning time of year to visit Kakadu. with thnaks and all the best for the rest of 2012. More

Resplatser
Helsingborg, Sweden
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews
7 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 January 2012

We stayed just two night and was not too impressed, but it wasn't too bad either. We had a big room for me and my three daughters, It was clean. The facilities had no charm what so ever. The location was very good, as good as i gets in Darwin. For the price I had expected more. You get a... More

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Andrew Bayliss, General Manager at Holiday Inn Esplanade Darwin, responded to this review
10 February 2012

I noted you stayed in June. Firstly we are all delighted you visited Australia and then travelled to Darwin. Our European vistors to Darwin and Kakadu have dropped by over 50% in the last 12 months and we expect European traveller numbers to drop even further. I am delighted you found our team to be very good staff. For the... More

Garl8
Adelaide, Australia
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews
3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

A recent stay was made delightful by helpful staff who got a pleading email me for a birthday cake at 5pm on the day of our arrival ... Not only did they find me a cake for my daughter, but supplied it with candles, balloons, a card and champers for mum & dad! On top of this, it was a... More

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Andrew Bayliss, General Manager at Holiday Inn Esplanade Darwin, responded to this review
11 February 2012

The team really want to thank you for the review. Hopefully we signed you up to Priority Club Rewards and you have become a Holiday Inn fan. Please dont hesitate to contact me to assist at any time in the future. We have some great Holiday Inns in rest of Australia in great locations. All the best for the rest... More

ks2411
Katherine, Australia
Reviewer
4 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 January 2012

While the rooms are quite tired, the beds and pillows are very comfortable. The staff were fantastic, very friendly nothing was to much trouble and they always had a smile on their faces. Food and service were very good. Free undercover parking is a bonus. More

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Andrew Bayliss, General Manager at Holiday Inn Esplanade Darwin, responded to this review
14 February 2012

We just love to see more Katherine guests. It was a delight to read your review. Our free undercover Parking is a real benefit to many guests especially in the tropical season. Really appreciate your comments as we have fitted new bed toppers and new pillows as part of our worldwide Holiday Inn Refresh program.....which has really set us apart... More

spittinchips
Darwin, Australia
Reviewer
3 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 January 2012

Stayed a night in King Suite. As others have said, it was like being transported back to the 80's with the decor and tvs, but I understand a refit is on the cards. It was low season so the staff levels were low, but they were still pleasant and helpful. Pool is a good size, pity it's looking a bit... More

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Andrew Bayliss, General Manager at Holiday Inn Esplanade Darwin, responded to this review
8 February 2012

We all really appreciate the time and effort in writing such a review. The wonderfull months of JANUARY are even more stunning in Kakadu. We try to promote february and march and april with as much vigour as we do may to september. I hope you have enjoyed the new Priority Club Rewards website and how to use your ''currency''... More

IxnayBush
Bush
2 reviews
3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 December 2011
2
people found this review helpful

I have stayed at this hotel 3 times and I quite like it. YES the rooms are old and YES the rooms have tube TV's BUT it's all about the service! I cannot fault their service. On my last stay I had a problem with ants in my room and I rang reception and a man was sent up straight... More

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Andrew Bayliss, General Manager at Holiday Inn Esplanade Darwin, responded to this review
11 February 2012

Appologies for not replying in December. We had a few technical challenges with signing on the management response section..................................THANK YOU. Your comments are really appreciated. On your next trip please have a good look at Holiday Inn.com website. We offer the best value gauranteed. Again my sincrere apologies for not responding more promptly. with best Andrew. More

Peter_UA
LA, CA
Contributor
18 reviews
20 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 December 2011
1
person found this review helpful

Nice hotel in a great spot in the centre of Darwin. Check the specials for excellent value. Rooms are clean, a good size and well furnished. Bathrooms are fine, with separate shower and bath, but may appear a little dated in some respects. However, everything works just fine. Would I stay here again? Of course, but I'd be looking for... More

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Andrew Bayliss, General Manager at Holiday Inn Esplanade Darwin, responded to this review
10 February 2012

I promise to deliver even better Holiday Inn service to every guest from Tennant Creek. Please Please Please book on the Holiday Inn website and i promise the best price....in your words the SHARPEST PRICE......No where else do you get a better price than on our own website. If you join Priority Club Rewards then earn points for a future... More

Rix_11
Tennant Creek, Australia
Senior Contributor
31 reviews
10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 December 2011
1
person found this review helpful

The rooms are good, looks like a refurbishment is close. The pool area and restaurant are pleasant spots to sit and enjoy a drink and a meal. Service to room is good. More

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Andrew Bayliss, General Manager at Holiday Inn Esplanade Darwin, responded to this review
14 February 2012

Great Headline........As a Senior Contributor we are really pleased with the feedback. I note you are from Tennant Creek.....Please spread the word!!!!!......We would be dleighted to be known as the Hotel from all Tennant Creek residents. Priority Club Rewards and the Holiday Inn website should meet all your travel neeeds for your next trip. Please dont hesitate to contact me... More

scottyb_eh
Reviewer
3 reviews
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 December 2011

Outdated. Rooms are dirty. Walls and crapets are stained. Room smells of mold. Yuck. Pillows are good quality. More

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Andrew Bayliss, General Manager at Holiday Inn Esplanade Darwin, responded to this review
14 February 2012

I am very sorry about my delayed response. The headline is very disappointing and i would really like to ask for a second chance.I am really sorry we did not meet your expectations. We have 2 other Hotels in Darwin......The Crowne Plaza darwin and The Holiday Inn Darwin...next door to us at 122 the Esplanade. I would really like to... More

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