Walkabout Lodge

3.5 star property
3.5-star beachfront hotel with 2 restaurants

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Property grounds
Exterior
Standard Room, Non Smoking, Balcony (Standard Queen Room) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds
Interior
2 bars/lounges
Reviews
8.0

Very good

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar

Explore the area

Map
12 Westal Street, Nhulunbuy, NT, 0880
  • Popular LocationNhulunbuy Town Pool1 min walk
  • Popular LocationArafura Park5 min walk
  • AirportGove, NT (GOV-Nhulunbuy)13 min drive
  • Popular LocationYirrkala Arts Centre and Mulka Project19 min drive

Room options

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Balcony (Standard twin room)

10/10 Exceptional
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Balcony (Standard Queen Room)

8.3/10 Very Good
  • 323 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Nhulunbuy

On the beach.Your stay at this hotel will put you steps from Nhulunbuy Town Pool and a 5-minute walk from Arafura Park. Yirrkala Arts Centre and Mulka Project is 12 mi (19.3 km) away.

What's nearby

  • Nhulunbuy Town Pool - 1 min walk
  • Arafura Park - 5 min walk
  • Yirrkala Arts Centre and Mulka Project - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Gove, NT (GOV-Nhulunbuy) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Arnhem Club - 3 min walk
  • Peninsula Bakery and Cafe - 19 min walk
  • Gove Pizza & Take Away - 5 min walk
  • Arnhem Coffee Roasters - 13 min walk
  • Goves Fast Food - 15 min walk

About this property

Walkabout Lodge

3.5-star beachfront hotel with 2 restaurants
There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi. There are 2 meeting rooms available. An airport shuttle at scheduled times is available for a fee. An outdoor pool, a nightclub, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Walkabout Lodge. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Nhulunbuy hotel is smoke free.

  • 41 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Nightclub
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
Walkabout Lodge offers 41 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:30 AM to 3:30 PM at scheduled times
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Balcony/patio

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 35.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 15 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: AUD 15 (one-way), (up to 14 years old)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 35.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Walkabout Lodge Nhulunbuy
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Walkabout Lodge Hotel
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Walkabout Lodge Hotel Nhulunbuy

Frequently asked questions

How close is Walkabout Lodge to the airport?

Walkabout Lodge is 9 mi (14-min drive) away from the Gove, NT (GOV-Nhulunbuy) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Walkabout Lodge?

As of May 28, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Walkabout Lodge on Jun 7, 2024 start from $257.7, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Walkabout Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Walkabout Lodge offers an airport shuttle from 6:30 AM to 3:30 PM, at scheduled times, for a charge of AUD 15. per person, one-way.

How close is Walkabout Lodge to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Walkabout Lodge offer free breakfast?

Walkabout Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Walkabout Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Walkabout Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at Walkabout Lodge?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Walkabout Lodge have a pool?

Walkabout Lodge features an outdoor pool.

Does Walkabout Lodge have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site.

Does Walkabout Lodge have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer mani/pedis.

How close is Walkabout Lodge to downtown Nhulunbuy?

Walkabout Lodge is 0.4 mi away from Nhulunbuy.

Walkabout Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 32 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Conan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and friendly atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Paul

Business traveler
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lot poorer than prior trips everything blamed on time of the year but prices still expensive. Overall very poor
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

4/10 Poor

anna

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Setsew
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

stuart lee

Very quiet And friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice accommodation, Friendly town
Room was very clean, on arrival staff were very friendly. Room smelled pleasant and was serviced between nights. Tea/Coffee was replenished.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Eugene

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great property
Business trip - nice short overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Belinda, Northern Territory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great clean neat tidy rooms. Would certainly stay again when I come back to Gove.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020