Hilton Garden Inn Darwin, DarwinHilton Garden Inn Darwin in Darwin, Australia has a corrected score of 3.2 ± 0.6 (thin evidence, no platform scores), ranked 14 of 38 hotels we score in Darwin. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.3 before correction. Rooms from about $271 a night (cached, not a live quote).The Hilton Garden Inn Darwin is a four-star, ten-storey hotel with 184 rooms on the Darwin Esplanade, close to Bicentennial Park and within easy reach of the city centre. Many rooms look out over the water, and guests have access to an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, restaurant, bar and lounge, plus a game room. Rooms come with complimentary Wi-Fi, Keurig brewing systems and room service, and secure parking is available on site. The hotel welcomes families and offers beach access nearby, with a golf course in the area. Rates start from around $271 per night. One thing to note: the restaurant closes at 8pm, so late diners will need to make other arrangements.What stands out

Friendly, helpful staff

Spacious, clean rooms

Good breakfast buffet

Ocean views and outdoor pool

Watch out for

Building and rooms somewhat dated

Restaurant closes at 8pm

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