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Mercure Darwin Airport Resort

1 Sir Norman Brearly Drive, Darwin, Northern Territory 0822 Australia
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#21 of 35 hotels in Darwin
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Mercure Darwin Airport Resort is located only 350 meters from Darwin International airport, this oasis is the perfect place to relax and offers a variety of different accommodation styles, whether for holiday makers or business guests. Enjoy the tropical landscaping, swimming pool, or even a refreshing drink at the pool bar before tasting the gourmet delights at Essence Restaurant.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Bar / lounge
Free airport transportation
Business Centre with Internet Access
Conference facilities
Parking
Wifi
Paid wifi
Pool / beach towels
Outdoor pool
Fence around pool
Restaurant
Breakfast buffet
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Kids' meals
Vending machine
Poolside bar
Free shuttle or taxi services
Airport transportation
Taxi service
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
BBQ facilities
Baggage storage
Newspaper
Non-smoking hotel
ATM on site
24-hour check-in
24-hour front desk
Express check-in / check-out
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
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Air conditioning
Desk
Housekeeping
Private balcony
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Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
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Wake-up service / alarm clock
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4.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Business
Mid-range
Languages Spoken
English, Indonesian
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Samuel L wrote a review 17 Mar
Melbourne, Australia4 contributions
I stay here once every few months when I am working in Arnhem Land. I usually fly in on the weekend, stay at the Mercure for a night or two then fly out to work on the Monday morning. It has been very convenient for that purpose, but it has, until now, also been a nice play to stay. Now that they have 'centralised' the Mercure and the Novotel, everything is in disarray. The facilities themselves are much worse, and the service staff are disorganised and ignorant of the new processes. I'm sure they are doing their best to adjust to new circustances, but the experience from a traveller's perspective is much worse. I actually extended my stay this time because I thought I would use the new pool at the Novotel. I've seen them building it over the last 12 months and it looks great. However it was only once I checked in that I learned the pool is not working. Not only that, but they have clearly let the Mercure pool itself go into disrepair, probably because the Novotel pool was supposed to supersede it. It is a very strange state of affairs though because the Novotel pool looks pristine but we are told it has a 'plant issue' while the Mercure pool has traffic cones around it, brickwork failing around the edges, and ghetto looking furniture. It makes no sense... what 'plant issue' lasts for months? The Mercure has been my go-to stop when I am working in the territory but I will have to reconsider that in the future.
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Date of stay: March 2024
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Trip type: Travelled on business
Room Tip: Call ahead and check to see what's happening with the facilities. ,
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Trip27041098085 wrote a review 9 Mar
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Many changes with new reception area and large pool area. Have stayed here many times and changes not well advertised or explained on check it. For many years always parked at hotel now if staying at Mercure have to walk quite a long way from parking to rooms while vacant parks everywhere. Not explained at check in Noisy fighting and disturbances in our block for hours overnight. Hotel slow to respond and sort this out. Very minimal sleep a result of this. Used to recommend this place. Not anymore although pool area looks beautiful.
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Date of stay: March 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Convenient for overnight.
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Peter T wrote a review 3 Mar
Colchester, United Kingdom7 contributions4 helpful votes
Rooms ok but had to change as aircon not working. Took three calls to reception over the day! Adjoining Novotel pool not open and no sunshade for any area of the pool. Mecur pool should not have been open. Concrete edging not attached to the pool. Second day children stacking them up, exceedingly dangerous. Electic wires sticking out but hidden by rock. Glass glasses being used in the pool. Several plastic cups on pool floor. Notice saying no life guard so parental supervision a must. Last day 8yr olds birthday party with i would guess 20-30 kids. All diving and bombing. Got hit twice while looking after 4yr old granddaughter. Had to leave on safety grounds. Food ok. Parking 20$ per night per car! Would only stay here again to get to airport. Second stay first was a little better.
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Date of stay: March 2024
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Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip: Swimming pool falling apart and very dangerous. Needs million spent on it. Very handing for room...
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souths70 wrote a review Feb 2024
Chiang Rai, Thailand296 contributions71 helpful votes
I had 2 stays here in 2 different types of rooms. Both rooms are compact with small but functional bathrooms. The bed was comfortable and the room was quiet. Wifi was free and fast. The food in the restaurant was pretty decent. The best thing about the resort is its close proximity to the airport, which is an easy 350m walk. There was no free bottled water in the room. Would stay here again for the convenience.
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Date of stay: February 2024
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DiliExplorer wrote a review Feb 2024
Dili26 contributions47 helpful votes
Huge queues at check-in. It took 30 minutes. This is better than some of their times which can be closer to an hour. The Hotel obviously does not care about its customers because check-in is always understaffed. The new rooms are so small. You only stay here if you need to - otherwise avoid
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Date of stay: February 2024
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The Pirate wrote a review Dec 2023
Yorkeys Knob, Australia282 contributions87 helpful votes
The staff member at the restaurant was hard to understand, not helpful and definitely not a people person. The wait staff were very nice and polite. Had to wait for ever to get a drink at the bar and they werent even that busy. The kids burgers were so spicy, the kids couldnt eat them, and when I commented the wait staff said that was a common complaint, yet nothing done about it. The pizza was under cooked and the seafood basket at $39 was 2 prawns, calamari which was nice and a few bits of dried out fish with 9 chips. Whilst the pool area is amazing not worth a revisit due to terrible food and service at the restaurant.
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Date of stay: November 2023
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Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip: Stay there but eat elsewhere, stay away from the restaurant.
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Response from Desi Korina, Guest Services / Front Office at Mercure Darwin Airport Resort
Responded 18 Dec 2023
Dear Nortener07, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback regarding your recent dining experience at Mercure Darwin Airport Resort. We appreciate your detailed comments, and we apologize for the issues you encountered during your visit. It is disheartening to hear about the challenges you faced with the restaurant staff's communication, service, and the quality of the food. Your experience does not align with the high standards we aim to provide, and we sincerely regret any disappointment caused. We have shared your feedback with our restaurant management team to address the concerns raised and implement corrective measures. Customer feedback is crucial to our improvement, and your insights will help us enhance our dining services. We understand the importance of delivering a positive and enjoyable experience, and we appreciate your patience and understanding. we hope to have the opportunity to make amends and provide you with a better dining experience in the future. Thank you for bringing this matter to our attention. Kind regards, Desi Korina Front Office Manager Novotel and Mercure Darwin Airport
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Lesley C wrote a review Dec 2023
Port Douglas, Australia6 contributions2 helpful votes
I have stayed here a few times - never a happy experience. This time the plane was late in as usual so it's 1am. The promised transfer wasn't available because the telephone went unanswered despite several calls and yes, the number was correct (I see others talk about unanswered telephones too). As the taxi queue had 15-20 people in it and no cabs, I ended up walking there at 1am. As an older solo female, it's actually unsafe - lots of vagrants here at night. But what do you at 1am: tired, phone not answered, no cabs... Last time I was there, no hot water. It's more akin to a Big4 holiday park than a supposedly 4-star hotel.
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Date of stay: November 2023
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Response from Desi Korina, Guest Services / Front Office at Mercure Darwin Airport Resort
Responded 18 Dec 2023
Dear Lesley, Thank you for providing feedback on your recent stay at Mercure Darwin Airport Resort. We sincerely apologize for the inconveniences you experienced, and we appreciate you bringing them to our attention. We are truly sorry to hear about the difficulties you encountered with the airport transfer service and the challenges you faced during your late-night arrival. This falls short of our usual standards, and we take your comments seriously. We will investigate the issues with our phone system and address the concerns you raised regarding safety and security. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us identify areas for improvement, and we assure you that your comments will be shared with the relevant teams to enhance our services. We understand the importance of a comfortable and secure stay, and we regret that we did not meet your expectations on this occasion. We appreciate your patience and understanding. I hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for a more positive experience in the future. Thank you for choosing Mercure Darwin Airport Resort. Kind regards, Desi Korina Front Office Manager Novotel and Mercure Darwin Airport resort
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Travis B wrote a review Nov 2023
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I travel to this hotel twice a month for work. Disgraceful customer service. I often call their restaurant when my plane lands to order food only for the phone to ring out or be told once I get to the hotel that the restaurant is closed. Avoid like the plague
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Date of stay: November 2023
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Response from Desi Korina, Guest Services / Front Office at Mercure Darwin Airport Resort
Responded 25 Dec 2023
Dear Travis, I sincerely apologize for the unpleasant experience you've encountered during your recent visits to our hotel. Your feedback is deeply concerning, and I want to assure you that we take your comments seriously. It's disheartening to hear about the challenges you've faced with our restaurant's phone service and the inconvenience caused by the miscommunication regarding its operating hours. This falls short of the high standards we strive to uphold, especially for our valued regular guests like yourself. Please accept my sincere apologies for the frustration and inconvenience you've experienced. We are committed to addressing these issues promptly to ensure they are not repeated in the future. Our aim is to provide exceptional service, and it's clear we have fallen short of your expectations. Your loyalty is important to us, and we genuinely hope to have the chance to regain your trust during your future visits. Thank you for bringing this to our attention, and we look forward to the opportunity to make amends. Best regards, Desi Korina Front Office Manager Novotel and Mercure Darwin Airport
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Corina M wrote a review Oct 2023
Hervey Bay, Australia50 contributions10 helpful votes
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A last minute check in turned out to be a great late afternoon, evening and morning before flying hime! Excellent location, great resort for a more than reasonable price! The room spacious with a balcony, not special but in good condition, but the gardens, pool, restaurant and spa was great! Very surprised about it
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Closest to the airport! If you are flying for a few hours and you will …. Being in Darwin, treat...
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Response from Desi Korina, Guest Services / Front Office at Mercure Darwin Airport Resort
Responded 30 Oct 2023
Dear Corina M, It's fantastic to hear about your positive experience during your last-minute stay! We're thrilled that our resort at the airport provided a great late afternoon, evening, and morning for you before your flight. The excellent location and the overall resort experience at a more than reasonable price are aspects we aim to offer all our guests. We're delighted that you found the room spacious with a balcony and, though not extraordinary, in good condition. The highlight of our property, including the gardens, pool, restaurant, and spa, is meant to provide a pleasant and relaxing environment, and we're thrilled that you found them to be great surprises. Your feedback is truly appreciated. Thank you for choosing our resort, and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for another wonderful stay in the future! Best regards, Desi Korina Front Office Manager Mercure and Novotel Darwin Airport
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toffeenose wrote a review Oct 2023
Walnut Creek, California210 contributions186 helpful votes
We walked to the hotel after a long flight happy to stretch and was a pleasant evening. Took the shuttle back to airport in AM with no problems Our check in was easy and our room was very spacious with large walk in shower and appeared to have been recently upgraded. Kettle in room tea bags etc. and small milk in the fridge. Hotel is spread out and set in nice gardens. Nothing exceptional about hotel but very convenient if you get in late and want to pick up a car or flight next morning at airport.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Desi Korina, Guest Services / Front Office at Mercure Darwin Airport Resort
Responded 30 Oct 2023
Dear Toffeenose, Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We're glad to hear that your stay at our hotel was convenient and enjoyable, especially after a long flight. It's great to know that you found the check-in process easy and that the room met your expectations, with the spaciousness, modern upgrades, and amenities like the walk-in shower and in-room facilities. We're pleased that our location near the airport and the shuttle service worked well for your travel plans. Additionally, it's wonderful to hear that you appreciated the layout of the hotel within the pleasant garden setting. We understand that while there was nothing exceptional, the convenience and comfort of our facilities suited your needs, particularly for late arrivals or early departures. Your feedback is invaluable, and we truly appreciate you choosing our hotel for your stay. If there's anything we can do to make your next visit more exceptional or if there are any specific preferences you have, please let us know. We look forward to welcoming you back for another pleasant stay! Best regards, Desi Korina Front Office Manager Mercure and Novotel Darwin Airport Resort
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HK$891 - HK$1,165 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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NUMBER OF ROOMS
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mercure Darwin Airport Resort
Which popular attractions are close to Mercure Darwin Airport Resort?
Nearby attractions include RFDS Darwin Tourist Facility (7.9 km), Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory (6.2 km), and Darwin Military Museum (6.5 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Mercure Darwin Airport Resort?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and an on-site restaurant.
Which room amenities are available at Mercure Darwin Airport Resort?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Mercure Darwin Airport Resort?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and a poolside bar during their stay.
Is parking available at Mercure Darwin Airport Resort?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Mercure Darwin Airport Resort?
Conveniently located restaurants include Pee Wee's at the Point, PepperBerry Restaurant, and Wharf One Food & Wine.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Mercure Darwin Airport Resort?
Yes, guests have access to a pool and a fitness centre during their stay.
Does Mercure Darwin Airport Resort have an airport shuttle?
Yes, Mercure Darwin Airport Resort offers an airport shuttle for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Does Mercure Darwin Airport Resort have airport transportation?
Yes, Mercure Darwin Airport Resort offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are any cleaning services offered at Mercure Darwin Airport Resort?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does Mercure Darwin Airport Resort offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business centre, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.