In Fannie Bay, Capricornia Motel offers a relaxed retreat with an outdoor pool, laundry facilities, and barbecue grills. Enjoy communal kitchens and coffee makers while previous guests have appreciated the convenient business center.
George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Fannie Bay Race Course - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Mindil Beach - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Mindil Beach Sunset Market - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Getting around
Darwin International Airport (DRW) - 11 min drive
East Arm Darwin Station - 17 min drive
Restaurants
Frying Nemo - 4 min drive
Buff Club - 3 min drive
Darwin Ski Club - 14 min walk
KFC Stuart Park - 3 min drive
Fresh Point Co. - 16 min walk
About this property
Capricornia Motel
When you stay at Capricornia Motel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of The Esplanade and Mindil Beach. Also, this motel is within a short drive of Darwin Waterfront.
At a glance
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Hotel size
39 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 7 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets stay free
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
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Parking
Onsite parking limited
Free offsite parking nearby
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Barbecue grills
What to do
Beach nearby
Working away
Business center
Computer station
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Facilities
An outdoor pool
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Home comfort
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Shared kitchen access
More
Housekeeping once per stay
Fees & policies
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
Capricornia Motel Fannie Bay
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Capricornia Motel Motel Fannie Bay
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Capricornia Motel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Capricornia Motel?
Yes, pets stay free. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
Is parking offered on site at Capricornia Motel?
Yes. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Capricornia Motel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Capricornia Motel?
No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Mindil Beach Casino & Resort (4-min drive) and SKYCITY Casino (4-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Capricornia Motel and nearby?
Capricornia Motel has an outdoor pool.
What's the area around Capricornia Motel like?
Capricornia Motel is a short 7-minute walk from George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens and 7 minutes' walk from Darwin Harbour.
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Reviews
Capricornia Motel Reviews
5.8
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5.6
Cleanliness
7.4
Location
6.8
Staff & service
4.8
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 6, 2025
Just love staying at Capricorna
Lucinda
Lucinda, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 30, 2025
Great location
Jodie
Jodie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 11, 2025
Amazing staff and service
Syed Ali
Syed Ali, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 14, 2024
Lovely stays 💖
Douglas
Douglas, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 25, 2022
I had a great stay and the staff were great, very friendly and helpful.
Judith
Judith, 9-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jul 24, 2025
No frills, not modern, but has air conditioning, warm shower, and a clean bed.
Kelvin
Kelvin, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 11, 2025
Good thank you
Cheryl
Cheryl, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Sep 18, 2025
Having 3 dogs, we would eventually like a ground floor room for once
Lyndon
Lyndon, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 17, 2022
Great value for price. Very helpful and friendly staff, great area.
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 3, 2022
My mate Alan enjoyed his stay
Warwick
Warwick, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 6, 2022
Budget friendly, very basic, friendly and helpful staff.
Angela
Angela, 6-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jul 20, 2025
Stayed here 15 yrs ago. Its aged badly sunce then and has that "run down" look and feel.
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 5, 2025
The property is old but maintened well. The only issue was cockroaches, but hard to manage in Darwin & not unreasonable to see some. Owner/Manager helpful and accommodating. Good value for the price.
Ivan
Ivan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 20, 2023
East budget motel . Close to everything . Would stay again .
Joshua
Joshua, 6-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 6, 2022
Older back packer type accomadation, clean but old, but priced well. When on a budget good accomadation
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 7-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Aug 12, 2025
Lovely staff/owners, shower completely unusable due to mould. Booked as a stay before red-eye flight, not suitable at all. Lovely staff.
Kylie
Kylie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 20, 2022
Owner/Manager was extremely helpful when our flight got delayed past the opening hours!
Emma
Emma, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 7, 2025
Good, cheap, friendly.
Very nice. Cheap. Friendly manager. I am happy with the rooms.
Coert
Coert, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jul 30, 2022
Close to bowls club and yacht club at fannie bay
Geniene
Geniene, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Jul 29, 2025
Not a good place all round. Good shower though.
Damian
Damian, 3-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Aug 1, 2025
Pretty much what I expected after reading reviews. Nothing flash but serves a purpose- room itself was clean.
Scott
Scott, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Sep 26, 2025
Felt like I would of lost organs if I stayed
Did not stay - and was refused a refund
Danielle
Danielle, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 21, 2022
They accommodated my very late arrival, my room was clean, modern with everything I needed and the managers were friendly and helpful
Hilary
Hilary, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 28, 2024
I had a very pleasant stay at this motel. The owner is a very lovely helpful man. I felt comfortable as soon as I got there. I had a great nights sleep.
Angela
Angela, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 16, 2024
It's very very convenient for me now my missus and kids are gone