Hotel Hilton Darwin (Darwin, Australia)

A highlight for many guests are the fabulous views afforded here. With rooms facing both the city and the harbour, an array of fascinating vistas awaits as day turns to night. Reviewers recommend requesting as a high a room as possible when booking.

This centrally located hotel is ideally situated for all traveller types. Those in town on business love the effortless access to the city and countless eateries, while tourists revel in stepping out onto the waterfront and enjoying all that the harbour area has to offer.

Guest bathrooms have benefitted from a recent renovation and now feature sparkling new fittings and features. Spacious showers and deep baths with luxurious bath-products provide a haven of relaxation after a long day in the city while flatteringly-lit mirrors help prepare for a great night out.

The free buffet breakfast offered by this hotel isn’t a hit with all travellers. Some find the range of options a little uninspiring, while others note that at busy times especially the service can become a little chaotic and buffet items are not regularly replaced.

According to a slew of reviews, some rooms and common areas would benefit from attention. While generally well maintained, rooms have a tired feeling, with ageing décor and furnishings. Corridors are an uninspiring shade of grey, and the ageing pool isn’t quite as inviting as it could be.

Negative reviews for this establishment are rare. One small, but persistent concern comes from guests who weren’t offered assistance with luggage. A number of guests have had to struggle to their rooms with their bags and wonder why this most simple of services is sometimes overlooked.