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Reviews of ZEN88 ESPLANADE: Hotel Suite w/ Ocean/Sunset Views

88 Esplanade 815, Darwin CBD, 0800 Darwin, Australia

#133 of 230 hotels in Darwin

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Review score

Based on 36 apartment reviews

7.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.6

  • Comfort

    7.8

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    7.2

  • Staff

    7.1

  • Value for money

    7.2

  • Free WiFi

    7.5

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  • Reviewed: 11 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staffless check in. Just a lock box number and a code. Took a minute to sort it out as the foyer was confusing.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 October 2024

    8.0
    Convenient, good location, beautiful view of Darwin Harbour from my window, comfortable.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A few things needed fixing, a constantly running tap - more than a drip, towel rack was loose, some roof and wall damage near the window - looked like a rain leak.

    Location, view, comfort.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 September 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    TV rather small

    Ocean and sunset views from a clean and comfortable room

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 August 2024

    8.0
    We enjoyed being so close to Darwin city and the walk along the waterfront esplanade.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was a musty smell or aroma to mask smoke/damp. There was a rusty patch in the pelmet area of the curtain space.

    The position and the view

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff are extremely helpful, particularly Aruni.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 September 2023

    7.0
    I would not stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The room was a little tired, I didn’t like having to go down the street around the corner for the key. The room wasn’t very expensive so I guess I shouldn’t expect more.

    The location was okay, the person I had to call regarding the lock box etc was helpful.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 August 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Mattress was rubbish. Definitely needs a new plush mattress

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2023

    8.0
    Great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location of key pick up. Lack of servicing. A few maintenance issues within room

    Great location and view. Comfortable bed

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 July 2023

    8.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Unhelpful staff at reception desk

    Value for money, great location

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 June 2023

    7.0
    Great apartment suited to a couple or solo traveller.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I booked the apartment for my older Dad. Whilst clear instructions were provided finding the lockbox was not easy. We wanted after checkout to find a convenient place to store bags for a few hours for Dad - an option was eventually found. I think an arrangement on site should be made or should be clarified on the booking page as this is a common request with afternoon flights. No toaster.

    Great location. Clean mostly well appointed apartment. Management very receptive. Check in instructions provided. Great view, comfortable and spacious.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 January 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location and view over harbour (top floor). Good pool.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 October 2022

    8.0
    Still straggling to get the invoice. I need this urgently but did not get.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 6 nights

    Difficult to get tax invoice. Two times emergency alarm in six days.

    Location was good.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 30 June 2025

    4.0
    Damp room spoils business trip
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The whole room stank of damp. There was a section of the ceiling hidden by the curtain rail that had collapsed from damp. There was evidence that water had poured down one wall in the wet season. Not acceptable for a room costing more than $250 per night

    Great view

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 April 2025

    4.0
    Won’t be back, very disappointed.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Smoke alarm kept going off several times a day. Room was not properly cleaned, bathroom tiles dirty. Not even enough equipment to make breakfast although they did bring a toaster on request.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 November 2024

    1.0
    Shit
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Could not access the property, at the desired time, then could not access the key to the property, called three times for no answer from contact details on site then i recieved a call back from an intoxicated male who refused to listen to the version of events and recommended that i have to go through the original booking site to recieve a refund . i believe this is a scam accommodation room.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 September 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Need at least 2 keys

    No experience

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 September 2023

    5.0
    The stay was disappointing, frustrating and not the least ZEN
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was not the accommodation I booked and had to wait 2 hours to access an ‘upgrade’. I sleep in one half of one bed and did not require the upgrade to extra beds or an extra bathroom although it was a blessing in the end given it helped gain access to wifi. I used the balcony for approx 15 mins in 4 days and have no idea if this was an upgrade or not. I didn’t need a balcony. The cistern surged continuously in the bathroom closest to the bedroom, I slept with earplugs There was an issue at 2.15 AM which I eventually tracked down as coming from upstairs. Given the cistern issues I incorrectly presumed there was an issue with the plumbing generally. ZEN’s reply to my concerns was a request to take a video …! At home I attend to my own repairs and I’m not in the habit of paying for the privilege to do someone else’s. Eventually, found consistent Wifi in bathroom #2 between the toilet and sink. Very noisy though as the fan came on with the light … alternatively, worked in the dark and turned up the light on the iPad screen. The lockbox instructions were either off site or on-site. Confusion reigned. Contrary to Instructions, the gate to the garbage area (around from the swimming pool), was locked. This entailed taking the garbage out of the property, into next door where the recycle bin was nonexistent. I couldn’t wait to leave.

    Location

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 August 2023

    9.0
    Highly recommend it and will use again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    NA

    Location & comfort

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 July 2023

    5.0
    Not What We Expected!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 6 nights

    Significant loud water hammer from bathroom sink cold water tap Water damage to ceiling in two areas Bathroom mirror light and ceiling fan did not work Only one wine glass Difference between advertised ammenities and actual ammenities - Misleading advertising for the room. According to the booking information, I believed I would receive a room with kitchen facilities including refrigerator, oven, stovetop, dishwasher, tumble dryer and Balcony. These inclusions were the reason for choosing this accommodation on our 6 night stay. We noticed with interest that the same information regarding this room was stated on Zen88's website. Confused!

    Ocean view out the window Location of apartments Comfortable bed

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2023

    5.0
    If the pool was in action & the unit maintenance issues were fixed I would recommend this property. But because of t
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the pool was out of action due to repairs. we were told prior to coming that the repairs would be completed prior to our visit. we weren’t advised that pool was out of action until at least end of May. We paid for a room with pool access but didn’t get it. Being in Darwin that was one of our must haves. There were some maintenance issues that should have been fixed prior to letting out. the towel rail in the bathroom is hanging off the wall so not usable. The cold tap over the bathroom sink has a very loud banging noise that neighbours would be able to hear.

    the location is fantastic & the views were beautiful

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 December 2022

    10
    The best apartment in Darwin
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was great! The apartment, the view, the location and the people I dealt with, in particular Aruni!

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 25 November 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights

    location;

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 3 May 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 10 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 June 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in May 2023

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