Name: Vibe Hotel Melbourne Docklands
Address: 443 Docklands Drive, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, Melbourne, Victoria, AU
Price range: $100–$302 per night
Rating: 8.5

What guests think

At Vibe Hotel Melbourne Docklands, travellers consistently praise the friendly staff, convenient Docklands location with a free tram at the door, and family-friendly rooftop pool and amenities, while feedback on cleanliness, breakfast, and some room and maintenance issues is mixed.

Parking is off site and nearby, which some find easy and others inconvenient or costly. Several guests mention slow check-in or occasional billing and room-readiness hiccups, but many describe comfortable rooms, good views, and quiet stays. Expect a modern stay in Docklands with strong transport links and amenities, but check details on parking and breakfast.

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Facilities

Rooftop pool, spa and steam room are a highlight, with gym and games room noted, though wind/cool water, towel shortages and some gym limitations or closures are mentioned. Parking is off site nearby (sometimes free or discounted) but can feel inconvenient or costly.

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Javed

Jan 6, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Parking is off site - 300 mts walk from the hotel. It’s unsafe to park your car at the offsite parking and walk to hotel at night with kids and family. Offsite parking is mentioned in the fine print but just starting for their awareness.

10

Rachelle

Jan 10, 2023

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Stayed 19,367 nights

Great value for money money. The room was clean and had friendly and professional staff. The pool, gym and steam room facilities were incredible. The kids absolutely loved staying here.

6

Jessica De

Feb 26, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location. Close to tram stop to get us around the city. The down stairs bar had inexperience bar staff. No one new how to make cocktails or what drinks were. Using wrong ingredients, like putting lime cordial in a lemon, lime and bitters. Upstairs/rooftop bar closed. They only open that in January. Rooms were good. Would stay again only for location.

10

Karoline

Jan 13, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Fantastic hotel in Docklands. This hotel was very quiet with very little road noise at night. Staff were very friendly. Pool was nice and warm and the games room was a hit with the children. It was great to have a range of dining/snack/drinking options within the hotel. The only negative would be the cleanliness of the shower.

8

Joshua

Feb 12, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Hotel in general was amazing: great staff, gym, pool & function rooms for my post-competition banquet. Tram stop & The District shops literally right out the front. Walking distance to O’Brien Icehouse where my skating competition took place. Only let down was with the bathroom. Not many places to hang up bath towels, hand towels, pool towels or dry off wet swimwear. Finding room was tricky to come by. Other the that the room was gray & super comfortable.

10

Leigh

Aug 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

An excellent hotel. Great value. No on site parking but you get free undercover parking nearby. I would definitely stay again.

8

Yvonne

Oct 15, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Good location close to transport. Nice clean hotel and friendly staff. Great pool, steam room and spa but no pool towels. Even when requested and promised !!. Meant had to go down to reception and from room/pool dripping wet and use room towels Good breakfast and nice quiet room.

8

Abeer

Jul 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location if you need to be close to docklands, clean and nice hotel. The only thing I didn’t like was the off site parking.

10

Emilio

Jan 14, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Really well located, close to shops and public transport. Helpful and friendly staff and great rooftop pool!

10

Megan

Jul 15, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

2 night family getaway. Comfortable room, quiet, easy check in, and good location. Roof top pool and spa were great. We visited in Winter but it would be great in the warmer weather.

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Cleanliness

Many guests found rooms very clean, but there are recurring reports of dirty bathrooms, dust and mold, plus missed or delayed housekeeping. Standards appear inconsistent across stays.

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Naydeli Del Carmen Garcia

Jul 4, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The carpet in my room was dirty

10

Judith

Sep 26, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel was very clean and all of the staff were very friendly. The buffet breakfast was excellent. The pool area was very nice. There is a tram stop right outside the hotel and the tram takes about 10 minutes into the CBD. Parking is offsite but was easy to use and convenient.

8

Melissa

Jan 31, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We enjoyed our stay. The bathroom had mold in grout. Otherwise we had the best stay.

6

Terri-Louise

Dec 22, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Bathroom was quite dirty, alot of mould in the shower, hair on the floor. Lack of hooks in bathroom to hang wet towels. Dusty in the room. Hallways looked quite dirty on the floor. We had to wait a long time on checkout day to pick up our bags as the had too little personnel working then couldn’t find our bags. We left 6 bags there and they had split them all so it was difficult to find.

10

Karoline

Jan 13, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Fantastic hotel in Docklands. This hotel was very quiet with very little road noise at night. Staff were very friendly. Pool was nice and warm and the games room was a hit with the children. It was great to have a range of dining/snack/drinking options within the hotel. The only negative would be the cleanliness of the shower.

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Jemma

Nov 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The bathroom was a bit dirty. The buffet breakfast was terrible. We went down at 9.30 am and there was no food left and they didn’t restock. We were left eating the scrapings out of the fruit and yoghurt bowls.

6

Samantha

Jul 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great area! Access to public transport on your doorstep, very safe area, loads of shops and activities, especially for kids. The staff were very helpful and polite. I noticed that that cupboards and draws were quit dirty and dusty needing a really good wipe. Marks on walls and cupboards would love some Jiff. Pool and spa on roof with view. Aside from small fixes, great value for money.

4

Andrew

Jan 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was very dusty with all mirrors and lamps full of dust and dirty, the fridge was dirty and didn’t work, which was replaced in the end. As a family who suffer from asthma, very disappointing

4

Lynn

May 10, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

No room cleaning until I complained

4

Anthony

Nov 17, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Checked in for two nights. Entering the bathroom, straight away the cleanliness was sub-standard. Long hairs in the shower and badly discolored grout. Hair on face washers and in the sink. Corners of the sink were poorly cleaned too. Only one bath towel in the room. I called up and spoke to someone to ask for an extra towel and told them the bathroom was not clean. They said they would send someone up. After an hour no one had come so my wife and I got dressed and went out for dinner and spoke to someone at the front desk. They sent someone to clean the room, but still left just one towel! The following day when they cleaned the room, they finally gave us a second towel!

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Rooms

Rooms are generally comfortable and modern, with praise for beds, views and quiet stays. Some note small room sizes, AC/climate-control problems, minor maintenance issues (doors, TVs) and occasional street or hallway noise.

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Hazel

Dec 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

AC in the room was horrible. I had to call 3times regarding it, each time being told to wait 15mins for the room to cool which I had. I was then room moved from King bed room to two Queen bed rooms. I was assured the AC in this room was working. I had the temperature set to 18degrees, I should have been freezing. It eventually did feel slightly cooler but it never was cold. I did mention this to reception after I was moved but I did not want to move again. I’m not sure if it was the AC in that whole hotel as the lobby didn’t feel cool either. Check in, was horrible she asked for my debit card I asked what she needed it for but I didn’t get much of a response. I wasn’t informed of the facilities in the hotel or that there was WIFI. She just seemed to want to be over and done with it. The girl that room moved me was lovely and very helpful. I did like that there were shops close by and the tram stop which is part of free city loop making it easier to get around.

10

Belinda

Feb 26, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very comfy bed.Great view. Nice air conditioning. Friendly staff. Excellent location for Marvel Stadium. (We loved Harry Styles).

8

Cathie

Nov 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was very good except the television in my room kept turning off . Other than that it was a pretty good hotel to stay in for 1 night.

10

Liesl

Nov 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This was a last minute booking due to airport cancellations. Relied on the reviews of other guests which were very positive. Arrived and check in easily. Rooms very spacious and well appointed. Nice and quiet. Some food options also nearby. Would definitely recommend.

8

Heidi

Aug 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We had a good stay, was very convenient to what we had on in the city.Parking was $32 at the district west carpark overnight.It was a 2min walk to the hotel. Was a very safe quiet area. District Docklands shopping centre was right across the rd.Very convenient. We had a corner king room, bed was comfortable, our room was very hot on the 14th floor, we couldnt work out the climate control,so just turned it off. Overall our stay was fine Was great to also have a bath to soak in.

6

Carmen

Oct 22, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was too small.

10

Donna

Mar 1, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Upgraded me to a room overlooking the 8th floor pool and the harbour. The room was so quiet, the bed super comfy and the service across the hotel was the best I've had in a long time. Will be back!

10

Andrew

Dec 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel was good overall, lot of street noise during the night, stayed in Melbourne hotels quite a lot and this probably the most street noise, needs sound proofing, double glazed windows or something.

8

Susan

Jan 4, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The rooms are very small. So, if you like a spacious room, skip this hotel.

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Trent

Feb 24, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

No seal on door meant that it howled like a train tunnel perhaps worse due to the hallway vent being outside the door. Bathroom sliding door was broken off it’s runner and obvious that had remained that way for significant time.

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Service

Staff are widely described as friendly, helpful and professional. However, several reviews cite slow check-in, booking or billing errors, delayed responses and signs of understaffing at busy times.

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Hazel

Dec 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

AC in the room was horrible. I had to call 3times regarding it, each time being told to wait 15mins for the room to cool which I had. I was then room moved from King bed room to two Queen bed rooms. I was assured the AC in this room was working. I had the temperature set to 18degrees, I should have been freezing. It eventually did feel slightly cooler but it never was cold. I did mention this to reception after I was moved but I did not want to move again. I’m not sure if it was the AC in that whole hotel as the lobby didn’t feel cool either. Check in, was horrible she asked for my debit card I asked what she needed it for but I didn’t get much of a response. I wasn’t informed of the facilities in the hotel or that there was WIFI. She just seemed to want to be over and done with it. The girl that room moved me was lovely and very helpful. I did like that there were shops close by and the tram stop which is part of free city loop making it easier to get around.

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Terri-Louise

Dec 22, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Bathroom was quite dirty, alot of mould in the shower, hair on the floor. Lack of hooks in bathroom to hang wet towels. Dusty in the room. Hallways looked quite dirty on the floor. We had to wait a long time on checkout day to pick up our bags as the had too little personnel working then couldn’t find our bags. We left 6 bags there and they had split them all so it was difficult to find.

4

Florian

Feb 16, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

I booked a room with a king bed and paid upfront. When I wanted to check in, I was told that my room has been given to someone else because apparently I was too late. How can you be too late for your room if you have already paid upfront? So I had to take a room with two Queen beds although I was staying for 4 nights. I did not feel like I was being taken seriously from the reception. Also the gym is a joke, the only machine (tower) is broken and the dumbbels only reach up to 20kgs. The room was only cleaned once during my 4 night stay and only after I had to call reception multiple times.

10

Lijie

May 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Welcoming staff. Impressive breakfast options for kids too.

10

Ingrid

Jun 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were attentive, friendly and provided excellent service. The location made travel into and around the city very easy with a tram stop on our doorstep. Will definitely return.

10

Tanya

Sep 6, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I arrived at Reception after a tough day, and the staff could not have been more professional or kind. I had a lovely guy check me in, and a delightful girl at Checkout. Great staff make such a difference to the weary traveller, and I won’t forget how they made me feel. As for the rooms and everything else - wonderful!

8

Jeniffer

May 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel was not aware of the payment done through expedia and requested payment for the booking. Had to email receipt and proof to them

10

Danielle

Jan 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff were very attentive and professional. The location was fantastic and opposite a large shopping complex with specialty shops, restaurants, cafes and a supermarket. It was also walking distance to numerous activities including ice-skating, exhibitions, cruises and a cinema. We will definitely be returning.

10

Manilyn

Feb 8, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

A big thank you to Alex at reception who was so helpful in making sure that we got another room and delivered the keys to us personally (the original room we had smelt of cigarettes). Rooms were clean and hotel has good facilities.

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Helen

Dec 30, 2022

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Stayed 19,355 nights

Broken bathroom door resulting in me being locked inside until maintenance arrived: room not ready for 3 hours after check-in and the elevator was slow (all the time) Where to get towels for the pool was confusing. Staff were very nice but seemed overworked due to under staffing.

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Location

Very convenient Docklands base with a free tram stop at the door and easy walks to Marvel Stadium, shops and dining. Quieter than the CBD but still well connected.

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Hazel

Dec 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

AC in the room was horrible. I had to call 3times regarding it, each time being told to wait 15mins for the room to cool which I had. I was then room moved from King bed room to two Queen bed rooms. I was assured the AC in this room was working. I had the temperature set to 18degrees, I should have been freezing. It eventually did feel slightly cooler but it never was cold. I did mention this to reception after I was moved but I did not want to move again. I’m not sure if it was the AC in that whole hotel as the lobby didn’t feel cool either. Check in, was horrible she asked for my debit card I asked what she needed it for but I didn’t get much of a response. I wasn’t informed of the facilities in the hotel or that there was WIFI. She just seemed to want to be over and done with it. The girl that room moved me was lovely and very helpful. I did like that there were shops close by and the tram stop which is part of free city loop making it easier to get around.

10

Jodie

Mar 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I find this an excellent location. Easy to get to. Easy to park. Trams right out front.

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Judith

Sep 26, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel was very clean and all of the staff were very friendly. The buffet breakfast was excellent. The pool area was very nice. There is a tram stop right outside the hotel and the tram takes about 10 minutes into the CBD. Parking is offsite but was easy to use and convenient.

10

Vikki

Aug 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Really quiet, easy walk to Marvel

10

Michelle

Feb 26, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent location, perfect walking distance to Marvel Stadium, shops and restaurants.

8

Sheridan

Apr 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location close to transport and Marvel Stadium. Great price and nice room.

10

Armin

May 2, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Very clean and tidy hotel, located close to trams. Loved the stay

8

Michael

May 9, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I enjoyed my 3 days at the property and found the staff to be very helpful and friendly. The location was superb with the free tram stop right at the door and taking you right into the main station in town.

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Miklos

Jan 7, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Close to everything great spot

10

Ryan

Feb 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great place to stay, convenience of the city but just out of the hustle and bustle.

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Dining

Breakfast and dining are mixed: some enjoyed the buffet, while others found it poorly replenished or overpriced; bar service can be inconsistent and room service limited or unavailable late. Overall food quality varies.

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Jessica De

Feb 26, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location. Close to tram stop to get us around the city. The down stairs bar had inexperience bar staff. No one new how to make cocktails or what drinks were. Using wrong ingredients, like putting lime cordial in a lemon, lime and bitters. Upstairs/rooftop bar closed. They only open that in January. Rooms were good. Would stay again only for location.

6

Clayton

Dec 8, 2022

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Stayed 3 nights

A nice room with good amenities, it was quiet even though busy. Very close to shops and restaurants with new quay right around the corner. Breakfast is pricey at $35 a head, which i dont mind, what I do mind is empty food areas, overcooked scrambled eggs, cold food and dirty tables. We got a refund on breakfast but it wasnt great as id invited an outside prospect to join us. Staff were nice, areas were clean, bar is good with some decent beer on tap.

10

Jeff

Jun 1, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We really liked the buffet breakfast with its broad variety of food choices. The cleanliness of the room & the view was excellent. The parking was handy to the hotel & access to Docklands shopping was very convenient.

10

Lijie

May 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Welcoming staff. Impressive breakfast options for kids too.

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Naomi

Jul 18, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff were wonderful, very personable, genuine & positive. Room was a bit dated, stuffy though. Room service food was very disappointing & quite awful though. For the prices ($35-50 for mains) the room service chicken was white pale, tasteless & inedible. The breakfast at $25 p/p was appalling, very few options, not well cooked & really disappointing. We ordered Uber eats the 2nd night. Don’t think we’d go back.

8

Annette

Feb 9, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Breakfast could have been better, no eggs the whole time (1/2 hour) we were there! Also would have been nice to have more choice than just scrambled egg if there was any!

10

Kimberly

Feb 27, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful view, amazing breakfast, helpful and friendly staff. Very clean and comfortable

8

Melanie

Oct 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I had a really pleasant stay overall. The staff were welcoming and friendly, and the early check-in and late checkout at no extra cost was a great bonus. The room was very clean, with good amenities and a comfortable bed, and the coffee was excellent. The location is great if you’re staying in New Quay for a reason. It’s quiet (almost too quiet at times) and a little out of the city, but perfect if you’re looking to just relax. Room service and the buffet breakfast were basic and below average, but for the price and location the stay was decent so I’d be happy to stay again.

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Jemma

Nov 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The bathroom was a bit dirty. The buffet breakfast was terrible. We went down at 9.30 am and there was no food left and they didn’t restock. We were left eating the scrapings out of the fruit and yoghurt bowls.

4

Tulay

Jan 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Bar staff and drink availability disappointing.

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Month	Average price
January	$153
February	$146
March	$161
April	$111
May	$119
June	$109
July	$122
August	$104
September	$112
October	$154
November	$165
December	$146

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $107	2 $155	3 $155
4 $100	5 $107	6 $108	7 $107	8 $107	9 $215	10 $264
11 $100	12 $107	13 $107	14 $107	15 $107	16 $139	17 $183
18 $100	19 $107	20 $107	21 $107	22 $108	23 $138	24 $151
25 $100	26 $110	27 $151	28 $108	29 $106	30 $138	31 $152

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2 Bedroom Interconnecting Premier View Family Room

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2 Bedroom Interconnecting Family Room

City View Suite

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20 $130	21 $107	22 $107	23 $107	24 $247	25 $302	26 $284
27 $100	28 $107	29 $109	30 $108