Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront  

On Darwin’s vibrant Waterfront, on the fringe of the CBD and steps from The Esplanade — a 1-minute drive to Darwin Waterfront and about 10 minutes to Mindil Beach. Address: 7 Kitchener Drive, Darwin.

A fresh, contemporary hotel with a lively, modern edge and stylish rooms that reflect the city’s coastal vibe. There are 120 air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen/LCD TVs, minibars or refrigerators, safes and desks; some rooms feature deep soaking bathtubs, in-room coffee/tea facilities, hairdryers and ironing gear.

Outdoor pool with a poolside bar, a fitness center/gym, 24-hour reception, elevator and an on-site cafe-bar. Complimentary wireless internet across the property, concierge and a tour desk make exploring easy — and self-parking is available for a charge.

Meeting rooms, a banquet hall and a business center support events and conferences. High-speed internet, limo/town-car service and laundry/dry-cleaning facilities help keep business travel smooth.

Curve Restaurant and bar/lounge serve casual, contemporary meals; there’s also a cafe and poolside bar plus 24-hour room service. Buffet breakfasts are offered for a fee (weekdays 6:00–10:00, weekends 6:30–10:30), and the waterfront location puts local flavors and nearby Italian eateries within easy reach.