Reviews of Mantra on The Esplanade 4.5 stars
88 The Esplanade, Darwin CBD, 0800 Darwin, Australia
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Reviewed: 30 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe apartment was clean and met our needs
The reception staff could have been more helpful when asking directions to locations.
Reviewed: 29 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 27 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewWas not available
No balcony, and sea views were of palm trees as I was to low
Reviewed: 27 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewLocation to town,very good.
Very run down, needs refurbishing. Our biggest issue was the constant loud noise from the pub. Our room overlooked the town. Wardrobe space needs upgrade.
Reviewed: 26 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewLocation and view and good beds
It is a bit dated but that's ok. It was comfortable
Reviewed: 26 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewGreat sitting on the balcony watching the sun set over the harbour.
The fact that reception closed at 11pm. We had to leave early to wait at the airport for our 1.15am flight.
Reviewed: 16 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 16 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewNice sea view from the room/balcony. The room was comfortable and had all the facilities expected from a Mantra apartment. Nice pool for a refreshing dip. Mantra is located close to Coles for easy shopping if self-catering, but also close to the backpacker/restaurant strip. Quiet rooms if facing the sea. Easy 10-minute walk to the marina area.
The kitchen area was a bit cramped and not as well laid out as it could have been (some cupboards were a bit hard to reach for short people).
Reviewed: 15 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewLocation to CBD and quiet area
The room smelled of mildew and cigarette smoke which cleaning did not help
Reviewed: 11 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 10 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewLocation and apartment style
Bathroom ledge falling on my foot should consider lighter ledge
Dear Miss Geraldine, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback regarding your recent stay with us. We sincerely apologize for the incident involving the bathroom ledge and any discomfort or injury it may have caused you. Your safety and comfort are very important to us, and we regret that this issue affected your experience. Please rest assured that we take your comments seriously and will review the design and materials used for bathroom fixtures to prevent any similar occurrences in the future. We are glad to hear you enjoyed the location and apartment style overall, and we truly appreciate your kind words about our staff and comfort. We hope to welcome you back again soon and provide you with an even better stay. Warm regards,
Dear Miss Geraldine, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback regarding your recent stay with us. We sincerely apologize for the incident involving the bathroom ledge and any discomfort or injury it may have caused you. Your s… Show more
Reviewed: 9 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 5 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewExcellent sized rooms and facilities, great views from the large balcony, we were a middle room, so these balconies are wider, all apartment listed items were in good working order. Comfortable bed, good air-conditioning
The bathtub combination step into shower needs replacing it is clean , but outdated and has minor surface damage, better lighting is needed for the vanity area, shaving etc. The pool itself is great, but all the lounges and chairs need replacing, it was a juggling act to find items that weren't damaged
Dear Mr. Barnard, Thank you very much for sharing your detailed feedback following your recent stay with us. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the excellent sized rooms, balcony views, comfortable bed, and overall facilities. However, we sincerely apologize for the outdated bathtub/shower combination and the minor surface damage you experienced, as well as the lighting issues in the vanity area. We also appreciate your comments regarding the pool lounges and chairs needing replacement. Please rest assured that your observations have been passed on to our maintenance and management teams. We are committed to addressing these concerns to improve the comfort and enjoyment of our guests. Thank you again for your valuable feedback and your kind ratings of our staff, cleanliness, location, and overall value. We look forward to welcoming you back for an even better stay in the future. Warm regards, Ira Cunanan
Dear Mr. Barnard, Thank you very much for sharing your detailed feedback following your recent stay with us. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the excellent sized rooms, balcony views, comfortable bed, and overall facilities. Howe… Show more
Reviewed: 4 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 1 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewLocation was central to areas around the place. Staff were helpful. View from the balcony was beautiful
Air conditioning was absolutely horrible. Too cold and noisy. We froze in the Penthouse.
Dear Margaret, Thank you for choosing to stay with us and for taking the time to provide your feedback. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed our central location, the helpfulness of our staff, and the beautiful balcony views. However, we sincerely apologize for the discomfort caused by the air conditioning during your stay, especially in the Penthouse. We understand how important a comfortable temperature and quiet environment are for a restful experience, and we regret that we fell short in this area. Your comments have been shared with our maintenance team, and we are actively working on improving the air conditioning system to ensure a better experience for our guests. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for a more comfortable stay in the future. Warm regards, Ira Cunanan
Dear Margaret, Thank you for choosing to stay with us and for taking the time to provide your feedback. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed our central location, the helpfulness of our staff, and the beautiful balcony views. However, we sincer… Show more
Reviewed: 1 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewRoominess,Separate living room from the bedroom,great balcony overlooking the harbour. Lots of facilities.
Some minor things,like screeching bathrooms taps when initially turned on,shower area could have been a bit wider.
Dear Susan, Thank you for choosing to stay with us and for sharing your wonderful feedback. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the spaciousness of your apartment, the separate living area, and the beautiful balcony overlooking the harbour. It’s great to know that our facilities contributed to a comfortable and enjoyable stay away from chilly Melbourne! We also appreciate your comments regarding the bathroom taps and shower size. Your observations are valuable to us, and we will look into these minor issues to continue improving our guests’ experience. Thank you again for your kind words and for recommending our hotel. We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit to Darwin! Warm regards, Ira Cunanan
Dear Susan, Thank you for choosing to stay with us and for sharing your wonderful feedback. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the spaciousness of your apartment, the separate living area, and the beautiful balcony overlooking the harbour… Show more
Reviewed: 31 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewLocation perfect
Dear Tobiasen, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re glad to hear that you found our location perfect for your stay. We appreciate your ratings across all categories and hope to provide an even better experience on your next visit. Safe travels and we look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best regards, Ira Cunanan
Dear Tobiasen, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re glad to hear that you found our location perfect for your stay. We appreciate your ratings across all categories and hope to provide an even better experience on yo… Show more
Reviewed: 31 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
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Verified reviewReviewed: 27 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewVery clean. Great supply of necessities was nice (shower gel, shampoo, dish detergent & clothes detergent).
Separate key cards for the elevator & room entry made it a little tricky. Parking is $19 per day. More utensils and cookware (frypan, microwave dishes) are needed for self catering purposes. Hot water was not the hottest and the bathroom needs an update. Doors covering the washing machine & dryer made it awkward to use.
Dear Kerrie, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback following your recent stay with us at Mantra on the Esplanade. We're so pleased to hear you appreciated the cleanliness of your room and the thoughtful supply of amenities—it’s wonderful to know these small touches made a difference. We're also glad the location suited your needs during your visit to Darwin. Thank you as well for your constructive suggestions. We understand that separate key cards, limited kitchen utensils, and the bathroom layout may have impacted your overall comfort. Your comments regarding the hot water, cookware, and laundry access are noted, and we’ll certainly review these areas as we continue to improve our guest experience—especially for those self-catering. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back again soon for an even more enjoyable stay. Warm Regards, Gautam Jayakumar Front Office Manager
Dear Kerrie, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback following your recent stay with us at Mantra on the Esplanade. We're so pleased to hear you appreciated the cleanliness of your room and the thoughtful supply of amenit… Show more
Reviewed: 27 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewIts location
Small pool & only 7/8 sun loungers
Dear Joanne, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback following your recent stay at Mantra on the Esplanade. We’re pleased to hear you enjoyed our central location, with easy access to Mitchell Street and the marina—two of Darwin’s most vibrant spots. We appreciate your comments regarding the pool area. While space is limited, your feedback about the number of sun loungers is valuable and will be considered as we look for ways to enhance guest comfort and relaxation. Thank you again for staying with us. We hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Darwin. Warm regards, Gautam Jayakumar Front Office Manager
Dear Joanne, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback following your recent stay at Mantra on the Esplanade. We’re pleased to hear you enjoyed our central location, with easy access to Mitchell Street and the marina—two of Dar… Show more
Reviewed: 24 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewLocation
Leaking shower - saturating carpet in the door. This caused musty/sank smell in apartment. Bathroom not clean. General feeling that apartment not clean!
Dear Jan, Thank you for sharing your feedback with us following your recent stay at Mantra on the Esplanade. We’re very sorry to hear about the condition of your apartment, particularly the leaking shower, musty smell, and overall cleanliness. This falls well below the standards we aim to provide, and we sincerely apologise for the discomfort and inconvenience caused. Please be assured that we have addressed these issues with our housekeeping and maintenance teams to ensure they are resolved and do not affect future guests. Your comments are important to us, and we appreciate you bringing them to our attention. We hope we’ll have the opportunity to welcome you back for a greatly improved experience. Warm regards, Gautam Jayakumar Front Office Manager
Dear Jan, Thank you for sharing your feedback with us following your recent stay at Mantra on the Esplanade. We’re very sorry to hear about the condition of your apartment, particularly the leaking shower, musty smell, and overall cleanli… Show more
Reviewed: 24 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
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