Title: Joyful Esplanade City Stay Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Joyful Esplanade City Stay Apartment in Darwin, near Darwin Waterfront ## Photo gallery for Joyful Esplanade City Stay ![Outdoor dining - Joyful Esplanade City Stay (Darwin City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92480000/92479500/92479460/fb77a957.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, WiFi - Joyful Esplanade City Stay (Darwin City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92480000/92479500/92479460/c19a0ae5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - Joyful Esplanade City Stay (Darwin City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92480000/92479500/92479460/81f1b5e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - Joyful Esplanade City Stay (Darwin City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92480000/92479500/92479460/5fdc5b43.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private kitchen - Joyful Esplanade City Stay (Darwin City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92480000/92479500/92479460/1140e457.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of Darwin City, this well-presented apartment is your tranquil retreat. With modern comforts and lush Bicentennial park views, unwind in the separate living area or step out into The Esplanade for an early morning stroll. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Joyful Esplanade City Stay STUNNING home in CBD with the lush green Bicentennial park on your doorstep. BONUS: 20% Discount on Car Hire with NT Car Rentals This well-presented apartment is conveniently located in DARWIN CITY without the noise of the main street at your window. The sprawling property offers a modern bedroom of the finest tropical living - flowing inside and out with views across Darwin Harbour, CBD, Smith Street Mall, Coles, and Crocosaurus Cove. BONUS: 20% Discount on Car Hire with NT Car Rentals The space The residence, ideally and predominately suited to families, couples and travelling work colleagues, located on Level 2 of an Esplanade building, has a separate kitchen, dining and living area with a work desk. The kitchen is graced with stone bench tops, great appliances and a preparation space topped with electric cooking. \* 1 Bathroom \* 1 Bedroom, 1 Queen Beds \* Sleeps 2 \* Open plan living/dining \* Air-con, Fans, \* Fully furnished, equipped \* Bedding, towels \* Large TV \* Basic pantry items \* Bathroom essentials \* Laundry basics \* Outdoor dining space \* WIFI Guest access BONUS: 20% Discount on Car Hire with NT Car Rentals. 20% Discount on Car Hire with NT Car Rentals. Quite close to Stokes Hill Wharf, Darwin Waterfront, Cullen Bay, Mindil Beach Casino Resort, and Sunset markets. Hop on an e Scooter and take off in The Esplanade with an early morning walk. Easy Access to Public Transport, Hop on Hop Off Bus Tours. Walkable Distance to a panel of Restaurants, Shopping Centre, Coles supermarket, and 13 pubs and bars in Mitchell Street. Other things to note Please read and respect the house rules. This is very much appreciated, thank you! ÝOU have an exclusive arrangement with NT Car Rentals providing a 20% discount on all car hire rental according to NT Car Rentals' availability and Terms and Conditions ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Bedrooms - Bedroom ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94640000/94635400/94635394/f989b3cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Darwin City Sea View Apartment with Balcony Darwin City Centre - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12&selected=94635394&PinnedHotelID=94635394&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105090000/105089500/105089451/w1232h689x0y4-2b43c18e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Style Room in the heart of Darwin Darwin City Centre - Pool - Air-conditioning - Gym - Parking available 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12&selected=105089451&PinnedHotelID=105089451&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90990000/90981600/90981568/6bd95496.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Darwin City Hotel Suite with Sea View & Balcony Darwin City Centre - Pool - Dryer - Air-conditioning [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12&selected=90981568&PinnedHotelID=90981568&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83260000/83256100/83256011/938dbf14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Suite: Sunset View \~ Pool \~ Balcony \~ Office Darwin City Centre - Pool - Air-conditioning - Parking available - Microwave 6.8 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12&selected=83256011&PinnedHotelID=83256011&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112810000/112808700/112808671/052e8b3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stunning Views Modern 1BR Apartment - King bed Darwin City Centre - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12&selected=112808671&PinnedHotelID=112808671&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Apartment | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122210000/122204500/122204490/5b46aeda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stylish 1-bed Darwin City Stay With Balcony Views Darwin City Centre - Washing machine - Dryer - Parking included [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12&selected=122204490&PinnedHotelID=122204490&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34620000/34619500/34619426/d354e01c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Nomiki across the avenue The Gardens - Ocean view - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen 10 Exceptional 24 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12&selected=34619426&PinnedHotelID=34619426&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116160000/116152900/116152836/w1483h709x0y80-71cbffad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### This apartment is a 1 bedroom(s), 1 bathrooms, located in Nightcliff, NT. 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Darwin City Centre, a neighbourhood in Darwin, is home to this apartment. Darwin Entertainment Centre and Maningrida Arts & Culture are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit The Esplanade and Smith Street Mall. Aquascene and Indo Pacific Marine are also worth visiting. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Joyful Esplanade City Stay Reviews ## Reviews ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 6.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Michael S. 9 Jul 2025 Liked: Location, listing accuracy #### Neat unit clse to centre restaurants and waterfont 4 nights. 34 steps to go up to the second floor. A good sized unit but not good quality linen, pillows and the bed is sinking in the middle. Lots of helpful items to use. Needs checking to improve some areas and Entry details need to be sent at least 48 hours before. ##### Michael S. 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