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Rydges Darwin Airport Resort

4.0 of 5
1 Henry Wrigley Dr, Marrara, Northern Territory 0812, Australia
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Rydges Darwin Airport Resort
Ranked #2 of 2 hotels in Marrara
3.0 of 5 stars 30 Reviews
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Darwin
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2012

I have stayed at this resort twice this year. The first time was for business, we had a basic room which was nothing to rave about. However, we arrived at 1am in the morning, and all we needed was a shower and a bed, which of course it had. The resort is lovely, really nice vibe with a gorgeous pool.... More

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Mieke Kremer, Front Office Manager at Rydges Darwin Airport Resort, responded to this review
April 30, 2012

Thank you for taking the time to write a review after your most recent stay with us at Rydges Darwin Airport Resort. How nice it is to hear that you described your stay with us as being “perfect”. The Rydges Darwin Airport Resort continues to strive to meet and succeed the expectations of all our guests and it is lovely... More

Northern Territory, Australia
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012
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person found this review helpful

The entrance to the Darwin airport resort is really beautiful, spacious, open air and really celebrates its tropical setting. The pool, restaurant and bar area is also very beautifully designed, with outdoor decks overlooking the pool as well as indoor seating. I've stayed in a few different rooms and they are all very nice. I especially liked the one bedroom... More

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Mieke Kremer, Front Office Manager at Rydges Darwin Airport Resort, responded to this review
April 30, 2012

Thank you for your review of the Rydges Darwin Airport Resort. I am so pleased to hear that you are a returning guest whom enjoys the Resort and have many successful stays with us here. The Resort was indeed designed with a tropical feel and was in fact architecturally awarded for design. With the lovely swimming pool and relaxed setting... More

Katherine, Australia
Contributor
12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 6, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

We recently stayed in a family room, it felt like it had been thrown together at the last minute. The bedding didn't match the furnishings on the walls, the master bed was 2 singles joined together and they had then been forced up against the electrical plugs of the bedside lamps causing the plugs to be bent, which could possibly... More

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Mieke Kremer, Front Office Manager at Rydges Darwin Airport Resort, responded to this review
April 18, 2012

Thank you for your review on your stay with us at the Rydges Darwin Airport Resort. We appreciate your feedback and the points you raised. In order to eliminate the concern of glass in the pool area we are looking at bringing in plastic glassware for use in this area. This way it will be a safe and enjoyable place... More

Victoria
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 3, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

My sister and I stayed here recently for one night as a result of having to fly to Darwin to collect elderly parents who had become unwell whilst traveling. The staff at reception were extremely helpful with organizing accommodation for our parents in a resort suite prior to our arrival from Melbourne and looked after them for 3 days until... More

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Mieke Kremer, Front Office Manager at Rydges Darwin Airport Resort, responded to this review
April 5, 2012

Thank you for writing a review to share your experience at the Rydges Darwin Airport Resort. I am so pleased to hear that both your parents and you had a comfortable stay with us. It was a delight to have them here and I hope they have returned to full health. It is lovely to hear that you received courteous... More

Brisbane, Australia
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 27, 2012

The airport resort next to the Darwin airport was originally designed on the lines of Balinese resorts with accommodation dotted around gardens. The resort is now run by Rydges and desperately needs some money and attention paid to it. The staff were lovely and that helps a little. The suite I occupied had a disgustingly stained sofa bed and tiles... More

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Mieke Kremer, Front Office Manager at Rydges Darwin Airport Resort, responded to this review
April 5, 2012

Thank you for your review of the Rydges Darwin Airport Resort. We are pleased that you took the time to write a response and share your experience. The Resort was designed around Balinese inspirations with special attention given to the landscape. There have been refurbishments of the business suites, family suites and executive bungalows in the recent 12 months which... More

Melbourne, Australia
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed March 16, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

This was my fourth stay at this establishment and it may be my last. The service at reception was surly - the service in the bar/restaurant was sloppy and slow to say the least and the behaviour of other guests was disgraceful. Whilst trying to relax by the pool I was subjected to leering drunken conversations by men who should... More

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Mieke Kremer, Front Office Manager at Rydges Darwin Airport Resort, responded to this review
March 19, 2012

Thank you for taking the time to write a review of your recent stay with us at the Rydges Darwin Airport Resort. It is certainly disappointing to hear that after four visits with us that you doubt you will stay again. I hope that within this reply I can respond to the dissatisfactions you encountered. Over the time of your... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 11, 2012

We booked the new romance package through Rydges and were not disappointed!! From Check in to checkout the service was outstanding as was our suite. We joined Rydges priority guest club prior to booking and managed to get $20 off our resort suite. The package included a complinentary drink, the resort suite, 3 course dinner, full breakfast and late checkout.... More

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Mieke Kremer, Front Office Manager at Rydges Darwin Airport Resort, responded to this review
March 19, 2012

Thank you for your review of the Rydges Darwin Airport Resort. We are very pleased to hear that you had a wonderful romantic weekend at the Resort. From the spa bath, to the champagne, drinks by the pool and a 3 course dinner it certainly sounds as though you took full benefit of your time with us at the Resort... More

Townsville, Australia
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 9, 2012 via mobile

I have just completed a three night stay for business. The resort is very close to the Darwin airport so very very handy. The atmosphere is very open and laid back - very tropical with great pool etc By biggest issues is the design of the blocks where the standard rooms are located. I was in a downstairs room at... More

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Mieke Kremer, Front Office Manager at Rydges Darwin Airport Resort, responded to this review
March 19, 2012

Thank you for taking the time to write a review on your 3 night stay at the Rydges Darwin Airport Resort. As the Darwin airport is open 24 hours, with a large portion of flights arriving and departing between 11pm and 5am, it does mean that our guests are also checking in and out at all different times of the... More

Norwich, United Kingdom
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed March 8, 2012

This provides a convenient bed near the airport (350m) but is scruffy, far from clean and badly maintained. The decor is pure 1970s and the wildlife (cockroaches and ants) pervasive. Only good points are the prompt shuttle bus and the food which isn't exciting but adequate. The bar area is noisy and full of rioting children early in the evening.

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Mieke Kremer, Front Office Manager at Rydges Darwin Airport Resort, responded to this review
March 19, 2012

Thank you for your review of the Rydges Darwin Airport Resort. We appreciate your feedback in regards to housekeeping, maintenance and atmosphere. As a 4 star hotel we certainly do aim to provide a high standard of accommodation for our guests and so the points you raised will be addressed with higher management. The Resort will soon be bringing in... More

Melbourne, Australia
Senior Contributor
27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed March 2, 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Other than being conveniently located near the airport, this place has little to offer. One night stay for $160 which included an outdated room, extremely uncomfortable bed with a rock hard pillow, Internet connectivity that does not work, and cockroaches sharing my coffee cup. It rained all night...I know this, as it kept me awake, as the place appears not... More

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Mieke Kremer, Front Office Manager at Rydges Darwin Airport Resort, responded to this review
March 8, 2012

Thank you for taking the time to write a review on your stay here with us. It is certainly disheartening to hear of the many disappointments that you had with our property. With the wet season does come a lot of rain and if I recall correctly it was certainly very heavy when you stayed with us. There are certainly... More

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1 Henry Wrigley Dr, Marrara, Northern Territory 0812, Australia
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