Mercure Darwin Airport Resort

4.0 star property

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2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas
Property amenity
Bungalow, 1 Queen Bed (Resort)
Exterior
Café

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service

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1 Sir Norman Brearley Drive, Eaton, NT, 0812
  • Place, Mindil Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, The Esplanade
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Darwin Waterfront
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Darwin, NT (DRW-Darwin Intl.)
    ‪5 min walk‬

Room options

Bungalow, 1 Queen Bed (Resort)

  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed (Resort)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed (Resort)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Family Room, Multiple Beds (Resort)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Villa, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Bungalow, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Villa, 1 Bedroom (Rapid Creek)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Villa, 2 Bedrooms (Rapid Creek)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

Mercure Darwin Airport Resort

Suburban hotel with 2 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools
This smoke-free hotel features 2 restaurants, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 poolside bars. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free airport shuttle are also provided. Additionally, 2 bars/lounges, a snack bar/deli, and a conference center are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
Mercure Darwin Airport Resort offers 283 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Darwin hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a hot tub.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

During your stay at Mercure Darwin Airport Resort, you'll be within walking distance of Marrara Sports Complex. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free roundtrip airport shuttle. This property offers pet-friendly amenities like food and water bowls.
  • Free WiFi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Free self parking
  • Enjoy local and international cuisine with pool views at Cossies Poolside Bistro, one of the property's 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the 2 outdoor pools or soak in the hot tub
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, tour or ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Marrara Sports Complex and a few minutes from TIO Stadium
  • Free airport shuttle service
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
Mercure Darwin Airport Resort offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools and a hot tub. There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. For a drink, you can stop by one of the onsite bars, including 2 poolside bars and 2 bars/lounges. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Mercure Darwin Airport Resort. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available 24 hours). Self parking is free.

This 4-star Darwin hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast daily from 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
Cossies Poolside Bistro - This poolside bistro specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.
Loong Fong Chinese - This poolside restaurant specializes in Chinese cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 poolside bars
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Cossies Poolside Bistro
  • Loong Fong Chinese

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Hot tub
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: noon
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.4 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: AUD 30 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 0.00 to 30 for adults, and AUD 0.00 to 15.00 for children
  • Pet fee: AUD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.4 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Darwin Airport Resort
Darwin Airport Resort Rydges
Darwin Airport Rydges
Darwin Airport Rydges Resort
Rydges Darwin Airport
Mercure Darwin Airport Resort Marrara
Rydges Resort Darwin Airport
Mercure Darwin Airport Marrara
Mercure Darwin Airport Eaton
Mercure Darwin Airport Resort Hotel
Mercure Darwin Airport Resort Eaton
Mercure Darwin Airport Resort Hotel Eaton

Reviews

Mercure Darwin Airport Resort Reviews

7.8

Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 330 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 374 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 183 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 83 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Ray

Travelled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stop over

This was an ideal location, ten minute walk to airport. Very convenient, unit was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Stevie

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast included was great but the property is tired and really not worth the price we paid. Would stay elsewhere next time and probably wouldn’t stay at a Mercure again after this experience
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Pricey for what you get

Room was ok but a bit tired. Requested a room with a sofa bed, which it didn’t come with and the air conditioner didn’t work in the lounge area. We didn’t complain as we checked in at 2:00am and just wanted to sleep
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Annette

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Early check in helped us out a lot. Beautiful pool and outdoor cafes.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, next to airport, comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leola

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Spiros

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We came to relax and found the pool bar area a great place to chill
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Unit was old and needs refurbishment. No bus to airport when required.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay. Near the aiport. Great services and amenities.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Robyn

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Understaffed and overpriced

The site us having renovations done, but that was not an issue. The service from the shuttle bus which is dirty, to check in which is tardy, to the standard of the room booked, the place is a mess. The walkway to my original room had overflowing rubbish bin and laundry bins on the walkway, the room was truly awful; door with chipped paint and dirty, carpet dirty, walls with marks on them. I complained and was given an upgrade, but from arrival to the other room took 1.5 hours. Next morning, couldn't even get a coffee as there are not enough staff; I was the only person who had to leave without breakfast.- Mercure - never again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Worst arrival experience of my life

Check in was absolutely appalling. Starting with arrival - hotel co-located with the Novotel but there is nothing in prearrival information to explain that. This is an airport hotel so I had to walk (with all my bags). There’s no arrival shuttle - & too close (700m) for a taxi. All signage states Novotel, and google maps not aware - I walked a mile past the hotel until I finally walked back to ask at the Novotel. On returning to the Novotel, the desk was completely overwhelmed; with around 40 people ahead of me. At this point I still thought I was just there to ask directions - and had to wait in line over 30 mins. Only two other hotel guests were ahead of me. The rest were clearly there to use the pool, something that they must rent out to locals for extra money. These people took a long time to “check in” though. They need a separate line for guests - exhausted people WITH BAGGAGE - and a streamlined process for pool users. When I finally got my turn the check in man explained that this was (despite all signage) also the check-in for Marriott. A small mercy I suppose - although I still had to walk a way through the Novotel complex to get there. This staff member was worse than indifferent to my concern about the misleading signage and my long detour. He rolled his eyes and said “I get complaints about that every day, and nothing changes. No apology or commiserations. A horrible start to an otherwise ok stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

stuart, Tanilba Bay

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was a bit tired but very spacious. Staff are great. The reception is at the Novotel not the Mercure which is not advertised and did cause some confusion for us and others.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

David

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff and accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, facilities and walking distance from the airport - friendly staff, Beautiful grounds
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy and Dave

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good hotel for those needing an airport hotel.

The hotel is in a complex of various brands - Ibis, Mercure and another. The pools are beautiful. I liked the adults only pool as well. The rooms were clean - but I couldn’t turn off the overhead fan - which wasn’t too bad as it was hot. But the room door was full of mould. I appreciate with the weather up there it’s very hard to stop this. It reminds me of a Fijian Resort. Right beside the airport - easy to walk - literally on the other side of the car park. But there is a shuttle service also.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely slow check-in. Buy a quick, easy check in computer system, all staff had trouble,,,, or train them ,,, please,, bloody long que😕 but otherwise fine
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025