74%The Cavenagh

Staff were nice, we got a nasty shock on arrival as we had booked a 12 bed dorm and were checked into what became the notorious room 45, as we noticed other guests during our stay being checked in and leaving or upgrading straight away. 4 bed dorm was fine. Kitchen was big but only one knife!... more Staff were nice, we got a nasty shock on arrival as we had booked a 12 bed dorm and were checked into what became the notorious room 45, as we noticed other guests during our stay being checked in and leaving or upgrading straight away. 4 bed dorm was fine. Kitchen was big but only one knife! Didn't really feel like a hostel at all in the sense there was no potential to meet other travellers, seems more like a motel where people are living long term....close

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by annettemburns8473 – posted on Nov 3, 2008

2

New tenants came and went and rooms where never cleaned, just changed bedlinen. Mouldy ceiling in the shower in the older part of the hostel. Hostel was supposed to have been renovated a couple of years ago, in some parts yes!

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by bengtpal2583 – posted on Oct 21, 2008

3

The sleeping room was dirty and smelly and it looked like the trash hadn't been cleaned out from under my bed in weeks. Bathrooms were better but with a toilet paper shortage.AC functioned poorly in the room with half of the room hot and the other cold. A noisy, party place not for serious...

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by restee – posted on Oct 12, 2008

1

great fun to be had in this hostel...met loads of people and had sum great nights there...has a cool swimming pool aswell...nice food in the bar or decent kitchen to cook ur own and u get a discount in the bottleshop...only slight problem is that the showers are badly designed so the toilets tend... more great fun to be had in this hostel...met loads of people and had sum great nights there...has a cool swimming pool aswell...nice food in the bar or decent kitchen to cook ur own and u get a discount in the bottleshop...only slight problem is that the showers are badly designed so the toilets tend to get flooded a bit....otha dan dat tough great hostelclose

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by alisirish – posted on Oct 2, 2008

6

large supermarket nearby. Typical backpacker hostel with small rooms but nice pool and bar.

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by tomst13 – posted on Sep 28, 2008

6

We stayed at Cavanaghs for a couple of hours as we arrived in on a late flight. We wer given a room that was booked up then we were put into another room and found the dorms to be standard enough but no ladders for the bump beds. I'd say tough enought for the drunken nites. The receptionist was a... more We stayed at Cavanaghs for a couple of hours as we arrived in on a late flight. We wer given a room that was booked up then we were put into another room and found the dorms to be standard enough but no ladders for the bump beds. I'd say tough enought for the drunken nites. The receptionist was a bit rude and was more interested in chatting up girls than doing his job. Definitely only for a stop over.close

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by jennied-2008 – posted on Sep 25, 2008

2

The kitchen was very smelly and did not invite to beeing cooked in. Think the place had more focus on running a bar than a hostel, so things were pretty dirty and not well kept. Very nice pool though

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by annelovs – posted on Sep 9, 2008

3

nice place to get some rest.

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by alexand2873 – posted on Sep 4, 2008

21

The worst I've seen. Mattress sagged through broken bed frame; ill fitting shower curtains caused water to run into drainless toilet area, to use toilet you had to stand in dirty shower water; if lockers had doors, they fell off when opened; I had to store my things on bed as there was no room,... more The worst I've seen. Mattress sagged through broken bed frame; ill fitting shower curtains caused water to run into drainless toilet area, to use toilet you had to stand in dirty shower water; if lockers had doors, they fell off when opened; I had to store my things on bed as there was no room, which made sleeping in the hole even more interesting; filthy kitchen so packed that food bags were stacked on top of each other.close

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by trimleston126340 – posted on Aug 31, 2008

1

Apart from 2 memebers of staff who could not do two much for you (worked in reception) I found a complete lack of interest and sometimes a very rude reply when ever coming into contact with staff. Beds where damaged and without ladders so they were both diffcult to get into and sleep in as they... more Apart from 2 memebers of staff who could not do two much for you (worked in reception) I found a complete lack of interest and sometimes a very rude reply when ever coming into contact with staff. Beds where damaged and without ladders so they were both diffcult to get into and sleep in as they made a terrible noise if you moved in them. Food was good in the cafe and pool was a nice extra.close

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by gormansimon – posted on Aug 21, 2008

1

Booked 8 dorm: 10 people slept there, no shelves, no lockers, everything lied on the floor, very dirty. Bar is very loud. In the night reception staff is working in the bar, so you have to compete with drunken guest if you want something. Pool is nice. Would never ever stay there again.

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by Akgenz – posted on Aug 6, 2008

6

Cramped rooms, you couldn't swing a cat in the 6 bed dorm. Thank God we were moved from the 12 bed dorm which was worse! Very noisy 24/7 - our room was right above the bar & pool. Security was a joke, our room mates constantly left the door unlocked & we had no lockers for our belongings... more Cramped rooms, you couldn't swing a cat in the 6 bed dorm. Thank God we were moved from the 12 bed dorm which was worse! Very noisy 24/7 - our room was right above the bar & pool. Security was a joke, our room mates constantly left the door unlocked & we had no lockers for our belongings & people can just walk in off the street & upstairs to the rooms. The room was a complete mess. The staff were the only thing that we can be positive about this hostel, but they can only make up for so much.close

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by yvonnehughes650 – posted on Jul 25, 2008

2

Quite a loud hostel,with the bar being under or next to most of the rooms and one squeeky fan that we could hear all night.The pool was ok.Watch out for you handle bars if you hire bikes.Saw a fight-a highlight.

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by lilisace1232 – posted on Jul 20, 2008

2

We were only there overnight as we were passing through and stayed in a dorm. But everything was ready with our very late check-in, place was clean, friendly. Good breakfast.

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by katethorsen1860 – posted on Jul 19, 2008

10

Beds are no good. Can feel the springs poking my back. Kitchen is only average. Also it would be good if there was free wifi. Location is good as it is near the mall.

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by flukeylukey2803 – posted on Jul 18, 2008

3

When I need help they do that for me I an am so happy for that

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by maseguinolaza4348 – posted on Jul 17, 2008

1

Very helpful and friendly staff, but the rooms wwren't well maintained with broken appliances, beds and not well cleaned floors.

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by stephenmiller2513 – posted on Jul 7, 2008

1

the bed was broken, and maybe because of the mixed room, every night were always noisey.

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by j11377 – posted on Jul 2, 2008

1

Dont stay here if you want to sleep. We were put into a room directly above the very busy bar area, Kitchen area also very poor... small, dirty no utensils etc

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by finnlouise5530 – posted on Jun 30, 2008

1

nice hostel, great pool, right in the city center. The matresses where a bit uncomfortable and the kitchen was not very well equipped. I would stay there again though.

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by ingakain5460 – posted on Jun 29, 2008

1

Nice hostel in the center of Darwin. The beds are unfortunately not so good. But the hostel has good 4 bed dorms with ensuite bathroom. It is a bit of a partyhostel, but if you like that, it's ofcourse no problem

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by mvanr – posted on Jun 19, 2008

12

Unfriendly welcome from the disinterested girl at the front desk. Unclean toilet/shower with used razors and soap from previous guests still there. Unfriendly (some would say rude) girl at front desk when leaving and trying to get my key deposit back. Wouldn't have stayed here if there had... more Unfriendly welcome from the disinterested girl at the front desk. Unclean toilet/shower with used razors and soap from previous guests still there. Unfriendly (some would say rude) girl at front desk when leaving and trying to get my key deposit back. Wouldn't have stayed here if there had been any room at any of the other hostels in Darwin...unfortunately everywhere else was full. Not the worst hostel that I've stayed at in the world - but close to it...close

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by ajcdorey4348 – posted on Jun 17, 2008

1

Disappointed. Stayed 1 night with a tour and cancelled my next night. Fun Atmosphere, but the rooms were filthy with beds that jabbed you in the back with springs. The room smelled from the other people and there was no clean spot to put our luggage. Approached the front desk with problems and... more Disappointed. Stayed 1 night with a tour and cancelled my next night. Fun Atmosphere, but the rooms were filthy with beds that jabbed you in the back with springs. The room smelled from the other people and there was no clean spot to put our luggage. Approached the front desk with problems and they did nothing to help. Poor customer service, loud all night long and the rooms were left unlocked by the other people staying. Would not stay here again or recommend it to anyone I know.close

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by kabppf – posted on Jun 9, 2008

1

konw what they mean by 'pervy pool'!!!

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by Louro – posted on May 27, 2008

4

very good location nice size pool.

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by gibbiouk3999 – posted on May 16, 2008

13

big swimming pool, bar good food at restaurant, 5 mins form everything, quite at night time, internet there and you can book most trip there to.

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by lynchfran – posted on May 13, 2008

5

Some of the long term residents leave a lot to be desired, but that's life.

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by cartymark663393 – posted on May 10, 2008

3

Only stayed one night, decent cheap option. Pretty good bar attached, swimming pool, great location close to backpacker hot spots. Shower facilities were a bit lacking, only found one!

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by david6713 – posted on May 6, 2008

12

the cavenagh was a great place, but manly because we had some great fun in the dorm we stayed in, i think 46 is the lucky number.

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by gudin – posted on Apr 23, 2008

1

The place is class ! The kitchen is a bit stuffy and smells abit ! I really enjoyed my stay dou !

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by shellhennessy9747 – posted on Feb 18, 2008

8

4 bed dorms are good, air con not too powerful though. Staff really friendly. Not a bad location- 5 mins to big woolworths and 2 mins to smith street

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by iwanttowritetojaime8821 – posted on Feb 9, 2008

2

Good hostel and bar, helpful staff. Close to everything in Darwin.

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by heymic7767 – posted on Jan 13, 2008

38

Arrived at midnight, don't think we were expected as it seemed as if one of the girls in the 4 bed dorm thought it was her bedroom - every available floor space and surface was covered in her stuff! was clean and staff friendly though!

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by Katej4803 – posted on Nov 19, 2006

2

I would only recommend this hostel for a short stay if staying in a 16 bed dorm. In fact try and avoid the 16 bed dorms as they are dirty, smelly and very uncomfortable with no security. The restaurant, bar and pool area are great and the location of this hostel is right in the middle of things....

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by taniakell – posted on Aug 24, 2006

2

The Cavenagh was good value for money and had a very good location. The staff were friendly aswell. Didnt really feel like a hostel though. Not much atmosphere!

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by joanne1092 – posted on Jul 27, 2006

5

really good location , excellent pool and bar area , bathrooms arent great , dorms bit swashed and basic , but pool and kitchen area etc make up for it very good for price.

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by fairyc – posted on Jul 14, 2006

11

Very limited toilet/shower facilities if you're staying in the dorms.

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by Rob3465 – posted on Jul 13, 2006

30

It was noisy with my room over the bar, and I was sharing a room with girls who were staying for weeks. It was very dirty and full of their unpacked clutter. But that's hostel accommodation. A day tour was arranged at short notice by the on-site operator which was fantastic.

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by leann5415 – posted on May 20, 2006

7

They gave us free meal vouchers - make sure you ask at the travel desk!

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by Susanmacl – posted on May 1, 2006

2

The accomodation is OK. The pool is a great bonus but the kitchen is very poor. No hot water, no real cleaning equipment and some of the fridges stink. Apart from that its OK.

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by deniso – posted on Aug 24, 2005

2