Name: The Leea Resort Darwin Formerly Travelodge
Address: 64 Cavenagh Street, Darwin City, 0800, AU

8/10

Excellent

30 Jul 2026

Suzanne

The staff was helpful. They gave us an hour late check out so we wouldn't need to store our bags before we needed to leave for the airport. There was a big renovation going on in the resort so we had to lug our bags all the way around the perimeter of the hotel to get to our room. The room was spacious and the bed was comfortable. The heart of Darwin CBD was 5-10 minute walk away. I would probably stay in that area next time I’m in town.

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jul 2026

Julie

Love the quiet of this hotel, we had a room on the third floor at end of corridor. The rooms were big and clean. Both Beds comfortable. We arrived late first night and the food from the restaurant was good. Got a hire car day 2 and able to park in the hotel grounds

6/10

Pleasant

29 Jul 2026

Daryl

It's clear that this is a new hotel that's recently been taken over by new management, and they're currently working on renovating. The place is a resort complex that badly needs refreshing. The townhouse lofts are nice, but due to construction, they are difficult to get to, particularly if you check in later in the day. I don't want to be too harsh; this place could really be something if the new management does the work.

6/10

Pleasant

29 Jul 2026

Sean

Pool was under construction despite being advertised as a selling point of the hotel. Was informed by an automated massage after making the booking - disappointing

4/10

Poor

23 Jul 2026

Peter

I am writing to express my disappointment regarding my recent stay at The Leea.
While we were aware prior to arrival that the swimming pool would be unavailable due to refurbishment works and appreciated being offered access to an alternative facility, several other issues significantly impacted our stay.
Without any prior notice, roof pressure-cleaning works were carried out during our stay. The noise was extremely disruptive, and our room window was completely covered with plastic sheeting for the duration of our visit, leaving us with no view whatsoever. This should have been communicated before arrival so guests could make an informed decision.
My son and I shared a room with two queen-sized beds. While my son's bed was comfortable and properly prepared, I struggled to sleep well and later discovered my bed had been fitted with only a single-bed doona. This basic housekeeping oversight was disappointing and below the standard expected.
We also encountered issues with room service. After placing an order using the QR code menu and receiving confirmation, we were later advised that the chef would not prepare approximately half of the items ordered. No explanation, apology, or alternatives were offered.
Although improvements are clearly being made to the pool area, much of the property appears dated. Given the rates charged, I expected a significantly higher standard of accommodation, communication, and service.
Overall, the experience did not represent value for money.

8/10

Excellent

20 Jul 2026

Lynne

Lovely stay close walking distance to the Mall. One thing though, we didn't realise the pool was out of action until after we booked. Didn't worry us but might worry others.

Partner

4/10

Poor

11 Jul 2026

Ellen

The hotel is a construction site and there was no prior notice of this before checking in. No pool to use and we had to navigate around tradies painting the exterior walls, the roof and pathways being high pressure washed and the sound of power tools from 7.15am. Not exactly the enjoyable stay we were expecting.

Family_with_children

4/10

Poor

06 Jul 2026

Joyce

Was not informed that there were renovations so no pool or bar area. The restaurant was good. Across from shops. There is a paid laundry and the room has a coffee machine and kettle but no toasted. Kids were placed in a room down the other end of the hall from our room so not together.

Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jun 2026

David

I believe this is the best hotel in Darwin. Elegant, clean and everything was easy. Good breakfast and great bathroom

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 May 2026

Janet

Great location and friendly staff. Lovely breakfast and restaurant food on an evening. Best shower I've had in a hotel. Unfortunately, the pool area was being upgraded during my stay (of which I was aware), but I was given a free voucher for entry to the wave lagoon as an alternative.

Self

4/10

Poor

24 May 2026

Daniel

The listing mentioned a pool, however the pool is currently under construction. Had this been disclosed prior to booking, we would have chosen to stay somewhere else.

The buffet breakfast was also not worth the advertised value of $30. In addition, we had to contact reception to have our rubbish removed because our room was not cleaned on the first day.

Due to the construction, parking was also very limited and we were told to park on the street. Overall, this was not worth the money that I paid to stay there. In hindsight, another property would have served us better.

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

18 May 2026

Kylie

Shops close by, Clean room, Check in was easy

Family

10/10

Exceptional

16 May 2026

Priyasuthan David

Hotel is very good and I got a clean room. The staff were very friendly and helpful. It’s also a good location for tour pickups and is right opposite a Woolworths which is great. It’s also a short walk from Crocosauras Cove which makes it a great location

Self

6/10

Pleasant

08 May 2026

Kamal

Shops near the hotel

10/10

Exceptional

17 Apr 2026

Kristy

The Loft apartments were well maintained and spacious, really great for a family wanting to have meals either out or in, to save money

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

11 Apr 2026

YINGTAO

Very nice staff

2/10

Poor

07 Mar 2026

Belinda

Hotel smell terrible, jack hammering where the pool use to be.t.v not working. Staff were rude & not helpful they were actually rude for mo reason.the carpet in the room has stains.all the xatpet threw out the hotel was filthy.i wouldnt advise anyone to stay here

10/10

Exceptional

01 Mar 2026

Marie

Clean room, decor bit outdated but I noticed lots of renovations being done, new pool going in as well. Friendly staff. Gave me an upgrade.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

23 Feb 2026

Patricia

I got to Darwin after quite a roundabout trip, so I was really needing somewhere friendly and nice to stay.
The Leea was close to the city and although going though massive renovations, provided a very welcoming and pleasant experience.
The bed was good, the facilities very good and the view from the room especially at night was lovely.

Self

4/10

Poor

02 Jan 2026

Emily

Pool was being upgraded and was not aware of this at the time of booking. I would have booked somewhere else

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

17 Oct 2025

Stephanie

Pleasant staff.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

28 Sep 2025

Verified traveler

Staff was great , Pool was beautiful

Business_and_leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

21 Sep 2025

Tracey ANNE

Very tropical relaxing friendly staff
A nd quiet.
Love the atmosphere definitely come
Back again next year.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

16 Sep 2025

Pat

Lovely pool area

10/10

Exceptional

10 Sep 2025

Allen

Very clean, check in easy, staff great

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

07 Sep 2025

Rachael

We stayed for one night in a nice room with 2 comfortable queen size beds. The pool was lovely.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

18 Aug 2025

Rachel

Great location with lots of shops and restaurants nearby. Nice pool area. Room is dated, moderately comfortable.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

15 Aug 2025

Domenic

Nice and clean

Nice hotel close to the city.

Business

6/10

Pleasant

08 Aug 2025

Rhonda

It was central to main parts of Darwin

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

31 Jul 2025

Tresor

More food options

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jul 2025

Donna

I loved the place get location great staff i would suggest that a bit of maintenance should be done. For instance the room i stayed in 1/2 the sliding was missing...

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

25 Jul 2025

Barry

Stayed for years , just disappointed we couldn’t store our frozen fish as we had for many years before.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jul 2025

Richard

Nice place, friendly staff

Nice hotel with good location and welcoming staff. The room is a bit spartan with no desk or drawers, just a bistro table and two chairs.

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jul 2025

Ralph

Tropical swimming pool

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

04 Jul 2025

Pam

The location was quite central to everything & the staff were very accommodating. However, the rooms were a bit tired looking & could do with a facelift

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jun 2025

louise

Close to town walking distances did hop on hop off bus loved darwin

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

26 Jun 2025

Deborah

I booked under Travel lodge. Was given no notification of the change in management or terms and conditions.
We Stayed recently with family in apartments. Accomodation was ok although when a family member went to reception to report some problems about the upstairs TV not working and a broken toilet seat he got shot down so nothing got down. We also had to ask for more utensils in the kitchen, had to have the mattress replaced. The bathrooms need bleach for mould and a good clean. A good deep clean is needed. Had to get someone to come and connect the internet.
The TVs upstairs are not in a stable fixed location so if the fell could cause damage or harm to someone downstairs.
Facilities in the kitchen area need to have more cooking utensils. A shame the BBQ had been removed.

The pool area is beautiful and very relaxing, the staff at the pool bar were great.

Street sweeper in early hours of the morning is annoying as they are very noisy

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

25 Jun 2025

Miranda

Great stay! Close to the CD

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jun 2025

Craig

It was located in a good spot but found other guest to be very noisy loved the swimming pool and our meals were really good

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jun 2025

Sean

Great reception

Partner

8/10

Excellent

16 Jun 2025

Gord

Service staff were fantastic! Very responsive to all needs.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jun 2025

Maria

Room very clean, pool clean, staff lovely.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

08 Jun 2025

Lyn

Pool area surrounded by tropical gardens made for a cool area to relax.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

06 Jun 2025

Nicola

Clean more regularly - Curtains, around sink
Doors need cleaning - Good clean periodically
Day to day was great

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jun 2025

Stephen

The Staff were very obliging.
The location was excellent as most of the tours pick up from just outside The Leea.
The restaurant was a little expensive for what was on offer but there are other options within walking distance.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

03 Jun 2025

John

The reception staff Sofhie was excellent very well presented and more that helpfull with a couple of queries.

Restaruant the waiter staff was excellent and very helpfull and well presented.

Business Family

8/10

Excellent

17 May 2025

Melanie

The property has recently been taken over as The Leea and there have definitely been some improvements since it was the Travelodge.

Service is good, pool(s) are private and relaxing. Pool bar is nice and staff are lovely.

Rooms are a good size and coffee machines a nice touch.

Good location opposite Woolies and close to shops.

I would recommend.

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

12 May 2025

Fran

Lovely property and amenities Great location to stay

10/10

Exceptional

10 May 2025

Stephen

Liked everything the property offered

8/10

Excellent

06 May 2025

Shanice McLean

Convenient

Business

8/10

Excellent

05 May 2025

Leonard

Good for a 4 star property

4/10

Poor

04 May 2025

Gustav

Booked through laminate, booking was supposed to be paid only to discover upon arrival it's not been paid.

10/10

Exceptional

29 Apr 2025

Anthony

Our stay was very Quiet & Restful
The Room was Clean the shower was Hot
The staff were friendly and helpful
The Restaurant staff & Meals were
Excellent . Would be Definitely be Back

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Apr 2025

Anne

Great stay

Breakfast was really good. Central location.

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

17 Apr 2025

Ronald

There was a required $200 per room ($400 for our family of 6) bond that Wotif.com didn’t show, but we had to come up with when checking in.Had to draw from a savings account just to afford the bond.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

12 Apr 2025

Rodney

Pool opening hours need to be longer 9am to9pm.

6/10

Pleasant

06 Apr 2025

Linda

Property needs a good renovation

Leisure

2/10

Poor

10 Mar 2025

Reece

Arrived couldn’t locate booking wanted me to pay again then chase down the refund myself. Staff were under training and couldn’t manage the change over to the new owners. Room was messy with air conditioning not working properly. Gardens over grown and pool unkept.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 Mar 2025

Merilyn

Wonderful staff, comfy bed and pillows. Lovely pools convenient to everything. Reception are extremely helpful. Would definitely stay there again.

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

02 Mar 2025

Susan

Room was clean and comfortable. Location was an easy walk to resturants, entertainment ect!

Business_and_leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

17 Feb 2025

Robert

Ok . Just don’t think you should have to pay to park you car. Not right we you see what available.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

16 Feb 2025

martin

Well situated. Nice pool. Friendly and helpful staff

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

14 Feb 2025

MICHAEL

Conveniently located near shops and central Darwin area. The room was clean and fresh. Staff were helpful and friendly. The pool and gardens provided a tropical vacation feel in spite of being located in the middle of the city.

Business_and_leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

07 Feb 2025

Helen

Great location

The location is excellent and within walking distance to the beach and the grocery store.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jan 2025

Karen

The staff had been more than accommodating. I fell ill and had to book in for an extra week. The room i booked was cheaper than my original one.
They have left me where i am for the week and i am very grateful.

Business Self

8/10

Excellent

05 Jan 2025

Robert

Love it will stay again

6/10

Pleasant

05 Jan 2025

Adrian

The air conditioning online room was not working it was swelteringly hot. We had to sleep with the door open. Notified staff and tried to rebook on check out and was told that’s Darwin and to go online to book.

Business_and_leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

29 Dec 2024

Irene

Homely

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

29 Oct 2024

a

Negatives:
Upon checkin- i was not advised of where the gym was or other facilities. No notice of what time pool opens or closes. No map of surrounding area. No information. Just directions to my room. Not sure if it was because it was late at night??

I found the desk in my room to have stains, and hair was found in the bathroom. the vents in the bathroom were disgusting.
The doona was stained yellow-although it was covered with a top and bottom sheet- i was hot and wanted to sleep with only one sheet- big mistake! The doona was disgusting. The doona really should be discarded. Not impressed with the cleanliness.

Pool-more lightning required by the pool with the water feature. Clean up of leaves and debris around the pool- as it was being blown into the pool or stepped on and carried into the pool.

Positive:

Gated hotel-feel more secure.

Location: 15min walk to the waterfront.
Opposite a supermarket.
About a 4-6 minute walk to a few pubs.

Loved the pool area. Plenty of deck chairs.

Lots of seating area in the lobby.

Good size bedroom. Very comfy bed.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

07 Oct 2024

Joan

Great location and friendly staff. Breakfast was included which had a very nice fruit salad and hot breakfast. Would stay here again. Pools were a welcoming feature everyday for us.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Oct 2024

Thomas

Unbelievably attentive staff clean facilities and wonderful amenities all you could ask for and more

Leisure

8/10

Excellent

01 Oct 2024

Leonie

Friendly staff. Convenient location
Outdoors is a bit tired looking but good value over all

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

04 Sep 2024

Sonya

Great value for money during peak season. Well located in the CBD. Rooms were a little dated but all facilities worked, aircon was great and shower pressure was amazing. Staff very very friendly and helpful, will stay again.

Leisure Friends

6/10

Pleasant

03 Aug 2024

Elizabeth

The staff in certain areas seemed to be untrained, especially in food service areas. The room we were in first was extremely noisy with slamming doors, screaming and fighting going on all night. We were moved to another block and it was much better. The room cleaning and servicing was terrible until a new lady took charge and for the first time the room was done perfectly. Continental breakfast was cornflakes, coco pops and fruit. The croissants were often all gone and not replaced. Expensive cornflakes at $20!

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

20 Jul 2024

Phillip

This is a property that was probably great once but has been neglected badly. The grounds are untidy, food and bar service very limited and room facilities just passable. The good bits: excellent staff clearly stretched and the location is great.

Leisure Self

6/10

Pleasant

18 Jul 2024

Diana

We picked this room for the value of space provided (townhouse) and location. The toilet height was a bit odd in that it was lower than expected so it always had a bit of a drop feel using it like it was meant for kids. Some minor issues here and there which I guess took away any wow factor about the place. We didn’t mind using the place as we got what we needed…an acceptable place to stay.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jul 2024

john

Beat place ive been tbh

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jul 2024

Janeeta

I wish there was room service but other than that it was great and family friendly.

Leisure Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

10 Jul 2024

Andrew

Great place to stay

Wasn't the first time ive stayed here & certainly wont be the last. The hotel itself is centrally located to the Darwin CBD and accross the road from Woolworths for those handy dash to the shop items.
The room was let down by the blind letting in sunlight as it is getting tired & worn although still clean and usable it ckuld use an update. Everything else was as expected and made up for the early morning wakeup.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jul 2024

James

Comfortable rooms and convenient location to walkable dining and shopping.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jun 2024

Verified traveler

The room was comfortable. There's a supermarket and bus stop conveniently located across the street. Stayed here as it's one of hotels for the shuttle for the ghan train.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

19 Jun 2024

grant

Probably stayed there 10 times always come back This time though twice I had someone try to break in through the sliding doors over the week I stayed reported both times. Hardly slept because of it Didn’t feel safe because of it. Both tv’s didn’t work as well which was also reported Neither issue was resolved
I never fill these things out but felt I had to I felt I have wasted my money staying there this time

Leisure Self

6/10

Pleasant

13 Jun 2024

William

Had a beautiful restaurant in the facility and wasn’t used to it’s full potential

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

28 May 2024

Robyn

Nice pools. Good location.

Business_and_leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

12 May 2024

Rachel

Good location, staff friendly place nice and clean

Leisure Self

6/10

Pleasant

27 Apr 2024

Thomas

Aircon didn't work. Have to pay $10 a day for parking. Gym is a waste of time, limited equipment.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

07 Apr 2024

Brendan

Like it as it is convenient to the city.
Room smelt weird when I checked in

Business_and_leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

31 Mar 2024

Micheal

Rooms are renovated and very nice. Outside of the property is dated and needs garden maintenance

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

06 Mar 2024

Andrew

Clean, modern & well situated in Darwin CBD.

Check in seemed rushed by attendant, however room was clean and well laid out, facilities were modern and in good order, with apartment nicely presented and a good base within the CBD to get to everything a short walk away. I'll be stating here again.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

23 Feb 2024

sean

the facilities are great especially the covered pool area

4/10

Poor

16 Feb 2024

Darren

So started with check in : very good lovely reception, area clean. then went downhill from there, had an apartment so had bags of stuff as well as luggage, fridge full of food... didn't realise there was no internet wifi until a few hours later, approached reception told if nothing they will give us another room. which they did... didnt offer to help move our bags or anything i had to ask for a trolley.. then moved from rear of the hotel to the front of the hotel... room the same... Aboriginal guests were yelling and letting all their family and friends in through a little gate at the front, late at night.. next day went out as i had a late check out time 1pm.. returned about 12pm to get my belonging and couldn't get into my room as card was deactivated. went to reception reactivated, went to room to grab my stuff load my car. went to get back in card expired again after 5 minutes ?? luck my partner was inside to let me back in...... i won't be back very disappointing hotel.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jan 2024

Karen

Clean and well appointed room. Comfortable bed and good linen. Friendly staff

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

05 Jan 2024

Pelithemba

I liked the welcome drinkd

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

02 Jan 2024

Terrie

No pool bar.

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jan 2024

ESTELLE

It was good also walking distance to shops and esplanade which we came to see the new year’s fireworks event. Thank you

Friends_and_family Family

4/10

Poor

22 Dec 2023

Verified traveler

Get what you pay for

Comfy bed. AC didn’t work. Carpet and floor were filthy. General odour in the room. Cheap toilet paper. Cheap room.

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

18 Nov 2023

Peter

Mould all in bathroom floor walls..
definitely looked a lot nicer in the photos then in real life..
aircon was super loud you could hear the unit outside all night.

Leisure

8/10

Excellent

03 Nov 2023

Marianne

Good vslue in downtown location

Even though this property is listed as a “resort” it is conveniently located in the downtown area of Darwin, easily accessible to local bus, grocery store and other shopping as well as other sights. Our room was very clean and there was coffee and tea in the room as well as a refrigerator. The air conditioning was easy to set to a comfortable temperature and the room was spacious, including a table and chairs.
There is a lovely pool on the premises, but although there are a series of steps to enter, there are no railings so I could not get in and out safely by myself, which was disappointing. The other amenity missing was an ice machine - if you want ice for drinks in your room you can only ask for a plastic cup half full of ice from the bar during their service hours.
If we had the opportunity to return to Darwin we certainly would consider staying here again. Very good value.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

06 Oct 2023

Zenda

Really enjoyed the pool, plants and outdoor eating where the outdoor facilities let you enjoy what you went to the tropics for, not cooped inside concrete walls.

Business_and_leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

07 Sep 2023

Toni

Nothing unique.

No help with baggage handling.

Poor communication regarding taxi arrangements.

Leisure Self