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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Esplanade Darwin

116 The Esplanade Darwin, Darwin, Australia, 0800
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About us

“Location, location, location” – Conrad Hilton’s famous words truly apply to the prime location of the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Esplanade Darwin. Spanning both the Esplanade & vibrant Mitchell Street, the hotel is only a 15 minute drive from Darwin International Airport and offers easy access to Stuart Highway. The hotel is within walking distance of the city centre; close to great shopping, dining and entertainment opportunities, popular tourist attractions and famous historical landmarks. All major corporations and government offices in the city are also nearby. This Darwin hotel is perfect for both business and leisure guests, offering excellent business and recreation facilities, beautiful harbour views and a dedicated team of friendly staff. We will even greet you with our delicious fresh-baked cookie upon arrival. Each of the 197 comfortable guest rooms feature modern amenities, spacious work areas and high speed internet access. Upgrade to a suite for stunning harbour views and a separate living area. Keep on top of work with the 24 hour Business Centre, offering an array of professional services and equipment. Work out in the complimentary Fitness Centre or cool down with a dip in the impressive outdoor swimming pool. Dine al fresco on the sun-soaked terrace of our poolside restaurant; Aqua, where you can enjoy dishes prepared with Mediterranean and Territory influences. The Pool Bar is the perfect place to meet for a pre-dinner cocktail or to relax in the sun on a leisurely afternoon.

Venue Details

ChainHilton
BrandDoubleTree by Hilton
Built2013
Renovated2013
Total meeting space12,917 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms197
Venue typeHotel

Awards

Industry awards
2019 Hospitality NT Aristocrat Technologies Awards for Excellence: - Best Redeveloped Accommodation Hotel - Best Overall Accommodation Hotel - Outstanding Accommodation Hotel community Service & Achievement 2019 Brolga Northern Territory Tourism Awards - Bushiness Event Venues

Amenities

Room features and guest services

  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service

Facilities

  • Onsite restaurant

Business services

  • Business center

Recreational activities

  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool
  • Tennis courts

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
12,916.7 sq. ft.
Largest room
5,400 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
6
Second largest room
5,360.4 sq. ft.
Exhibit space
39,137.6 sq. ft.
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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Maximum capacity
U-Shape
Banquet rounds
Cocktail rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
Crescent rounds (Cabaret)
Grand Ballroom
5,400 sq. ft.
75 x 72 sq. ft.
16 ft.
410
60
320
410
410
100
80
-
Reflections Room
3,822 sq. ft.
98 x 39 sq. ft.
10 ft.
200
50
120
200
120
60
50
-
Ballroom A
2,548 sq. ft.
49 x 52 sq. ft.
16 ft.
200
25
100
200
200
50
40
-
Kakadu Room
1,911 sq. ft.
49 x 39 sq. ft.
7 ft.
130
34
80
130
100
36
34
-
Darwin Room
520 sq. ft.
26 x 20 sq. ft.
7 ft.
30
21
30
30
30
24
21
-
Ballroom B
2,548 sq. ft.
49 x 52 sq. ft.
16 ft.
200
25
100
200
200
50
40
-
Territory Room
520 sq. ft.
26 x 20 sq. ft.
7 ft.
30
21
30
30
30
24
21
-
Litchfield Room
1,274 sq. ft.
26 x 49 sq. ft.
10 ft.
110
36
80
110
100
42
36
-
Ballroom Foyer
1,725 sq. ft.
75 x 23 sq. ft.
16 ft.
200
-
70
200
150
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Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
197
Double (2 beds)
45
Suites
32

Location

Getting Here

Distance from airport 7.46 mi

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Additional details

DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin is committed to service excellence, with unrivalled facilities and a reputation for hosting unforgettable events and gatherings of all kinds. Place your confidence in a trusted brand with a reputation for excellence. The DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin offers you superb event packages tailored specifically to your needs, with the ideal service, attention to detail and a convenient location to bring your special vision into reality. Boasting extensive conference and meeting facilities, features include over 1200m² of multi-function space, 7 dedicated meeting rooms, Grand Ballroom seating for 410 people and 24 hour Business Centre. State-of-the-art technology and on-site audiovisual and technology services are provided by Total Event Services and high speed internet is accessible throughout the hotel.

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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Esplanade Darwin Frequently Asked Questions

Explore frequently asked questions from the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Esplanade Darwin regarding Health and Safety, Sustainability, and Diversity and Inclusion

Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Esplanade Darwin's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
Hilton has committed to cut our environmental footprint in half and double our social impact by 2030. Refer to our website, https://cr.hilton.com, for details on our award-winning Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) programs.
Does DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Esplanade Darwin have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
Yes, Hilton has committed to reducing waste in our managed operations by 50% by 2030. Through the end of 2020, we have reduced waste in our managed portfolio by 73% since our 2008 baseline, and our managed and franchised hotels have reduced waste by 62%.

Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Esplanade Darwin and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
No response.
If applicable, could you please provide a link to DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Esplanade Darwin's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
Please refer to https://jobs.hilton.com/diversity and our annual Supplier Diversity Report (https://cr.hilton.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Hilton-2020-Supplier-Diversity-Report.pdf).

Health and Safety

Were practices at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Esplanade Darwin developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
Yes, CDC & WHO. Hilton CleanStay, a new industry-defining standard of cleanliness (https://newsroom.hilton.com/corporate/news/hilton-defining-new-standard-of-cleanliness) Hilton up to date customer messaging: https://www.hilton.com/en/corporate/coronavirus/
Does DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Esplanade Darwin clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Yes, Install hand sanitizer stations/disinfecting wipes in public areas & on shuttles; enhanced cleaning of high touch areas, lobbies, elevators, doors, bathrooms; F&B service in accordance with food safety guidelines, dining configured for physical distancing
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