Title: Zen By The Water: Darwin's Premier Family Retreat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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) Aparthotel # Zen By The Water: Darwin's Premier Family Retreat Aparthotel in Darwin, a short walk to Darwin Waterfront ![Apartment | 4 bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103090000/103087700/103087647/734bf65b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Apartment | 4 bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103090000/103087700/103087647/7ec0f842.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Apartment | 4 bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103090000/103087700/103087647/w3000h1992x0y0-5e2ce8fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Apartment | 4 bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103090000/103087700/103087647/baea4cee_edited_528c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Apartment | 4 bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103090000/103087700/103087647/d34de859.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Near Darwin Waterfront, Zen By The Water: Darwin's Premier Family Retreat provides everything you need. ### Apart-hotel 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 72369 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Zen By The Water: Darwin's Premier Family Retreat Aparthotel in Darwin, a short walk to Darwin Waterfront ## Property amenities ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms ### Pets - Pet friendly ### 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 pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/43500/43472/1c9a20e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mindil Beach Casino Resort The Gardens - 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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 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Zen By The Water: Darwin's Premier Family Retreat Darwin Zen By The Water: Darwin's Premier Family Retreat Aparthotel ## About the area Darwin City Centre, a neighbourhood in Darwin, is home to Zen By The Water: Darwin's Premier Family Retreat. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Darwin Waterfront and Mindil Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Darwin Entertainment Centre or Gardens Oval. [Visit our Darwin travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Darwin.dx6131317) [View more Aparthotels in Darwin](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Darwin-Apart-Hotels.d6131317-aaApartHotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-12.46220%2C130.84448&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=yNNc499h9CC38Pdxvbur-U_sk6g=) Darwin, NT ### What's nearby - The Esplanade - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Darwin Waterfront - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles - Darwin Convention Centre - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles - Mindil Beach - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles - Cullen Bay Marina - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles ### Getting around - East Arm Darwin Station - 24 min drive - Darwin International Airport (DRW) - 18 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Charlie's of Darwin - ‬5 min walk - ‪The 1995 - ‬5 min walk - ‪Moorish Cafe - ‬5 min walk - ‪The Cav - ‬5 min walk - ‪Ruby - ‬5 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Zen By The Water: Darwin's Premier Family Retreat pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Zen By The Water: Darwin's Premier Family Retreat? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Zen By The Water: Darwin's Premier Family Retreat? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Zen By The Water: Darwin's Premier Family Retreat located? > Located in Darwin City Centre, this aparthotel is within a 10-minute walk of Chung Wah Temple and Darwin Waterfront. Smith Street Mall and Brown's Mart Theatre are also within 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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