Welcome to Rydges Darwin Central – Darwin

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About the Hotel

21 Knuckey Street, Darwin, Australia, 0801

Rydges Darwin Central, a 4-star executive boutique hotel, enjoys prime position in the heart of Darwin's shopping district across from Smith Street Mall and the harbour esplanade gardens. This environmentally friendly property features a 7-storey atrium design focused on minimalism and elegance, serving as the ideal base for exploring the Northern Territory's splendor.

Comfortable Spacious Rooms

Each air-conditioned room at Rydges includes a private bathroom with hairdryer and toiletries, an LCD TV with pay-per-view movies, and a dining area. Spacious rooms provide extra comfort, with some featuring kitchenettes complete with mini-bar.

Diverse Dining Options

The Waterhole Restaurant serves an International Breakfast Buffet with unbeatable selection and quality. Salvatores Café offers Italian cuisine in a casual atmosphere, while the team bakes fresh traditional dishes, desserts and hearty bread rolls daily.

Recreation and Exploration

Take advantage of the outdoor pool surrounded by a terra-cotta tiled patio lined with lounge chairs and potted palms. Days can be spent visiting the Deckchair Cinema, Indigenous art galleries, and exploring the exquisite landscapes of Litchfield, Mary River and World Heritage-listed Kakadu national parks.

Central City Location

Rydges Darwin Central is situated in the vibrant heart of the city's CBD, within easy walking distance to banks, cinemas, theaters, nightclubs, and tourist attractions. Popular eateries and bars line Smith and Knuckey Streets, most less than five minutes' walk from the hotel.

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King Deluxe
2 persons
35 m² 
1 King-size bed
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Twin Queen Room
2 persons
35 m² 
2 Double beds
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Queen Room
2 persons
30 m² 
1 King-size bed
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King Premier
2 persons
36 m² 
1 King-size bed
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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Centre
Darwin100 m
Airports
Darwin International (DRW) 12.5 km
Bathurst Island (BRT) 19.3 km
Train
Darwin Train Station 9.1 km

Facilities

Boutique hotels design their amenities with your relaxation and unique travel experiences in mind

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Barber shop
  • Coffee shop
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Plunge pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Spa & wellness centre

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

21 Knuckey Street, Darwin, Australia, 0801
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21 Knuckey Street, Darwin, Australia, 0801
Nearby
Zoo
Crocosaurus Cove
350 m
Public Building
Parliament House
490 m
Nawurlandja Lookout
260 m
Bicentennial Park
Darwin Cenotaph
380 m
Gallery
Aboriginal Fine Arts Gallery
70 m
Gallery
Paul Arnold Gallery
100 m
Gallery
Mbantua Fine Art Gallery
250 m
Gallery
Mason Gallery
230 m
Star Village 32 Smith St
Star Village
230 m
25 Woods St
Chinese Temple and Museum Chung Wah
380 m
13 Smith St
The Old Town Hall
370 m
2 Smith St
Christ Church Cathedral Darwin
520 m
The Esplanade (near Government House)
Survivors' Lookout
550 m
Lake Alexander
460 m
Access Road off Litchfield Park Road
The Cascades
460 m
Smith Street
The Mall
180 m
Restaurants
Nando's
60 m
21 Knuckey St Shop T5
Vietnamese Saigon Star
90 m
60 Smith St
Ruby Vietnamese Restaurant
90 m
48-50 Smith Street
Ichi Izakaya
90 m
48-50 Smith St M20
Wisdom Bar and Cafe
190 m
48 Mitchell St Ashton Lodge
Cold Rock Ice Creamery Darwin
120 m
Mitchell Centre Mitchell Street
Dolce Espresso Bar
70 m
Shop 18A 48-50 Smith Street
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