Walkabout Lodge
12 Westal Street, Nhulunbuy, Northern Territory 0880 Australia
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Free parking
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Free breakfast
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Non-smoking hotel
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Self-serve laundry
Outdoor pool
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12 Westal Street, Nhulunbuy, Northern Territory 0880 Australia
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If you like a level of accommodation of another era, this is the place to be. But first we must acknowledge Nhulunbuy is extremely remote, one of the remotest towns in Australia and it’s smack bang in the tropics, so things operate at a different level and pace. Don’t go in expecting a world class product. Most of the staff were very warm and welcoming, the house staff gentle and lovely. We stayed in room 112, so please avoid this at all cost. Supposedly the suite, it’s also bang against the bathroom and laundry for campers on the property. We had campers gathering around late at night and early morning chatting outside our bathroom window. There is also a repetitive pump, sewage treatment or compressor operating all night long, intermittently, every minute or so, winding up to somewhat of a roar then switching off again. The suite, at nearly $400 a night can’t be considered value for money and the kitchenette lacking in basics, such as a dish cloth or tea towel. A request to change rooms was met with “we’re full” and “we’ll check out the noise”, with no further words provided, other than “we require 48 hours notice to vacate”. It was later acknowledged that the pump has been rectified however the noise didn’t abate. Nhulunbuy is not truly on the tourist route yet, but it will be and they’re not ready for it. With the mine closing in 5 years this place will struggle if it can’t meet basic tourism requirements. The inclusive continental breakfast at Walkabout Lodge is seriously lacking - hardly any fresh fruit, no whole meal or grain bread, stale muesli, but in fairness probably reflecting supply limitations. The full chargeable breakfasts looked better if you want to spend more.…
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: Nice that it has a pool and guests must understand the ramifications of this location.
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The Lodge provides basic but clean, comfortable and well maintained accommodation with a pleasant restaurant, outdoor area and pool. Over two nights, the meals in the restaurant were fair average quality, although a minute and very dry serve of Tasmanian salmon was regrettably misrepresented as “fresh caught reef fish” and was served on a bed of overcooked rice with a few wilted lettuce leaves. Breakfast was very sparse. Staff were friendly and prices were surprisingly reasonable for such a remote location.
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Date of stay: August 2022
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I’ll start by saying, the first in counter with a staff member as we walked into the lobby to check in. That should of been the time i turned around i found somewhere else to stay. No hello, how’s your day going Or even a smile. That was the start of the hospitality service, that this motel was going to offer me. Throughout the stay I felt uncomfortable. When I entered the dining/bar room to get a drink at one point around lunch time to go have a nice time around the pool. I was greeted by a lady that just said “ WHAT DO YOU WANT”. There was many other things I could list off but I’m going to finish with. PLEASE… take my advice and never EVER book a room at the walkabout hotel you will regret it. I’m in the hospitality trade and I run a few venues and I am thinking buying the surf club around the corner, and show them what real hospitality service looks like.…
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Date of stay: June 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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This place was very busy. The staff were friendly and helpful. The property is clean and well maintained. The room had a door leading to an outdoor area or balcony. The pool is lovely. The meals were delicious.
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Date of stay: May 2022
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Clean comfy rooms, well appointed, great views, reasonably priced, quiet. Well situated easy walking distance to town centre and beach. A lovely pool beside a covered outdoor eating area. Great meals served, and reasonably priced. Well stocked bar. Fabulous friendly staff who were very helpful with all aspects of our stay
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Date of stay: March 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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The drive from Daly Waters to Gove was quite a journey! Arduous in fact as the track was full of pot holes and we got two flat tyres on the way. Therefore our check in was around 9pm and we were worried that there would be no one to help us. We were wrong. The staff were so welcoming and went out of their way to ensure we were looked after. I think they could tell we were exhausted and frazzled. I would like to give special mention to Michael who went above and beyond to ensure we got some food before the kitchen closed. He even delivered this to our room so we could settle in. How lovely to find that the air conditioning was on and perfect, the TV easy to navigate and most importantly, the ensuite was large and the shower hot. I especially appreciated the over head fan as well. Breakfast the next morning in the attached restaurant was continental with a selection of pastries, fruit, cereal and toast. Agnes in the restaurant was so friendly and made the best coffee. We dined at the restaurant Latitude 12 for all our meals as they were large in portions and reasonably priced for a remote location. At dinner, Lucy in the bar made the best French Martini’s and served us with a smile. For those who look at the price and expect a 5 start hotel, please remember the remoteness of this hotel and the fact that they rely on a barge twice a week to deliver essentials. We felt so welcome and will definitely stay here again.…
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Date of stay: March 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We spent 3 nights at Walkabout Lodge and it was beyond our expectations, the room was very comfortable and well maintained. The staff were very friendly and helpful, the woman at reception was amazing and made you feel so welcome, a pleasure to deal with. The entire staff we encountered throughout the lodge,cafe,bar and pool were friendly and accommodating making our stay a pleasure. Well done
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Date of stay: April 2021
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Really rude and bad service.. lady who runs bar at restaurant area is really rude to customers.. while paying top dollar for food and drink customers should not expect this kind of service. This is not only a once of occasion as well
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Date of stay: February 2021Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Worth a visit, Rooms are comfortable, facilities are very good. Restaurant offers a good menu, well priced and good service. Nice pool and outdoor area, a great place to relax for afternoon drinks. Central to all facilities.
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Date of stay: October 2020Trip type: Travelled solo
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The staff here were super friendly and went out of their way to help us. When our taxi was late, Shelley at reception just bundled us into the Hilux and dropped us at the airport herself. She would not take money and told us lots of excellent local things to do. Big thanks Shelley. Rooms are simple with everything you need. There is a microwave and a kettle and minibar fridge so freezer and cooking options are limited. We had our own camping gear for that. The bar and restaurant are pleasant with nice views to the sea. The meals were a little overcooked and we heard they were a little hit and miss depending on the chef. We stayed twice in between camping and were very happy with the lodge as a drop zone to refuel between camps. Also the chopper dropped into the grounds for tours and transfers which was cool. We could also leave our vehicle here for a few days which was great. …
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Date of stay: July 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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PRICE RANGE
USD 178 - USD 219 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
AustraliaNorthern TerritoryTop EndNhulunbuy
NUMBER OF ROOMS
43
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Frequently Asked Questions about Walkabout Lodge
Which popular attractions are close to Walkabout Lodge?
Nearby attractions include Town Beach Gadalathami (0.2 km), Gayngaru Walking Trail (0.5 km), and Rainbow Cliffs (5.1 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Walkabout Lodge?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free breakfast, a pool, and an on-site restaurant.
Which room amenities are available at Walkabout Lodge?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Walkabout Lodge?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Walkabout Lodge?
Conveniently located restaurants include Peninsula Bakery and Cafe, Kamayan Cafe, and Wiliam Gove House.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Walkabout Lodge?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Are any cleaning services offered at Walkabout Lodge?
Yes, laundry service and self serve laundry are offered to guests.
Does Walkabout Lodge offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers meeting rooms, a banquet room, and conference facilities.
Is Walkabout Lodge accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.