Name: Observatory Guesthouse - Adults Only
Address: 7 Brown Street, Busselton, Western Australia, Australia, Busselton, Western Australia, AU
Price range: US$104–US$292 per night
Rating: 8.37

What guests think

At Observatory Guesthouse - Adults Only, guests praise the walkable location near the jetty, shops and restaurants, and often find rooms clean and comfortable, though some note compact sizes and occasional minor issues with TVs, lighting or air conditioning.

Self check in and keyless entry work for some, but several report confusing codes, missing instructions, or room mix ups, and limited on site staffing can make resolution slow. Breakfast is generally simple continental fare that some enjoy and others find too minimal. Steep, narrow stairs are mentioned as challenging for those with heavy bags or mobility concerns. Suited to travelers seeking a simple, low-fuss stay.

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Rooms

Service

Location

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Facilities

Facilities are limited in the reviews; some guests mention steep, narrow stairs that are challenging with heavy luggage or mobility issues.

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6

Melissa

3 Mar 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Ok for one or two nights, but very small for a longer stay. Very steep and narrow staircase to access rooms, would not be easy for anyone carrying large luggage or elderly or with mobility issues.

8

Suzanne

25 Dec 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Quite nice. The balcony area upstairs is nice to sit for a drink. The location is really good, close to both the town/ restaurants/ shops as well as the beach. The room we had was really small and unfortunately the drinking glasses in the room were dirty so we needed to wash them before use. Breakfast was supplied which is always a bonus. Its very close to neighbours and across the road to the camp ground so a bit noisy.

8

Shirley

22 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The keyless entry is a big inconvenience to most guests cos we spoke to the other guests n they had the same problem. The stairs too pose a problem for elderly n people with heavy suitcases.

8

Karen

13 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice place. Very clean and convenient. Onsite parking. Close to places of interest and restaurants.

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Cleanliness

Many reviews highlight very clean rooms, though a few note issues like dirty glassware or dusty air conditioner filters.

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10

Barry

15 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Communication, location, cleanliness all excellent. Highly recommend

8

Denise

16 Feb 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I was very happy with our room. Very clean and comfortable and the style was perfect for the area. The location was walking distance to all the main restaurants and hotels in the foreshore area.

10

jennifer

17 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean and comfortable. Walking distance to the jetty and restaurants. Breakfast was basic but all you need. Would stay again.

8

Suzanne

25 Dec 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Quite nice. The balcony area upstairs is nice to sit for a drink. The location is really good, close to both the town/ restaurants/ shops as well as the beach. The room we had was really small and unfortunately the drinking glasses in the room were dirty so we needed to wash them before use. Breakfast was supplied which is always a bonus. Its very close to neighbours and across the road to the camp ground so a bit noisy.

4

Stephanie

3 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

When I checked in late in the evening, someone else was in the room, giving us both a terrible fright. Had to call the afterhours number then knock back on the door again to check what name the other people were booked under. They were in the wrong room. Unsure how this happened as I had the correct door code, was told perhaps the cleaner let them in. It was very embarrassing for me even though I had not done anything wrong. I ended up taking the room they should have had, but felt quite unsettled the whole night as I was worried someone might barge in on me! Breakfast was very basic and the room was cramped without any space between the tables. Of course the people I'd walked in on last night came down at the same time and I was too mortified to stay for breakfast with them sitting right next to me. The property is lovely and the room was pleasant and clean, but it was not a very nice experience I'm sorry to say. The manager person was apologetic but there was no offer of compensation for the mistake, which would have been appreciated.

10

Rudy

10 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean room and staff are very nice. We loved the breakfast.

6

Yiu Chung

12 Aug 2023

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Near busselton jetty, price is ok some utensils look not so clean. breakfast very soso. Hope more fruits, fresh fruits can be provided

8

Steven

18 Dec 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Great place to stay only thing was the air conditioning filters needed cleaning which I did to have the air conditioner work effectively

8

Terry

31 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean and quiet convenient location. Desk light had no globe & TV not able to find ABC TV with control.

8

Karen

13 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice place. Very clean and convenient. Onsite parking. Close to places of interest and restaurants.

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Rooms

Guests generally find the rooms comfortable; some mention compact layouts and occasional issues with TV reception or air conditioning.

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6

Melissa

3 Mar 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Ok for one or two nights, but very small for a longer stay. Very steep and narrow staircase to access rooms, would not be easy for anyone carrying large luggage or elderly or with mobility issues.

10

Peter

10 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great, modern comfortable stay for an overnight stop.would go back everytime

8

Denise

16 Feb 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I was very happy with our room. Very clean and comfortable and the style was perfect for the area. The location was walking distance to all the main restaurants and hotels in the foreshore area.

10

jennifer

17 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean and comfortable. Walking distance to the jetty and restaurants. Breakfast was basic but all you need. Would stay again.

10

Lisa

9 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

A lovely room with a thoughtful touch, only a street away from the amazing jetty, close to cafes, shops & beaches, too. T

8

Suzanne

25 Dec 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Quite nice. The balcony area upstairs is nice to sit for a drink. The location is really good, close to both the town/ restaurants/ shops as well as the beach. The room we had was really small and unfortunately the drinking glasses in the room were dirty so we needed to wash them before use. Breakfast was supplied which is always a bonus. Its very close to neighbours and across the road to the camp ground so a bit noisy.

10

Paul

8 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Easy self checkin. Very comfortable bed & room Breakfast simple but adequate Great location

10

Merv

18 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

lovely, quiet and convenient location within walking distance of the jetty, shops restaurants etc. only issue was TV kept losing signal

8

Steven

18 Dec 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Great place to stay only thing was the air conditioning filters needed cleaning which I did to have the air conditioner work effectively

8

Terry

31 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean and quiet convenient location. Desk light had no globe & TV not able to find ABC TV with control.

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Service

Self check in and keyless entry receive mixed feedback: some report missing instructions, confusing codes, or room mix ups, while others cite smooth arrival and helpful communication when needed.

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10

Barry

15 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Communication, location, cleanliness all excellent. Highly recommend

8

Rod

20 May 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Booked through a third party and then received no less than 9 follow up emails ! Due to that volume of correspondence I then managed to miss the advice about the lock box code and our Room No. Ended up in the wrong room which was quickly resolved but a little embarrassing for us. It would help if the Rooms were either by number or by name..... not both. That said it was very pleasant but all too short stay. Would we stay at Observatory again, most definitely.

10

VINCE

10 Dec 2022

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The location is close to the jetty and also the restaurants and numerous supermarkets. The surrounding is tranquil and relaxing. Hotel staff are extremely helpful.

10

Paul

8 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Easy self checkin. Very comfortable bed & room Breakfast simple but adequate Great location

8

Shirley

22 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The keyless entry is a big inconvenience to most guests cos we spoke to the other guests n they had the same problem. The stairs too pose a problem for elderly n people with heavy suitcases.

8

Ingrid

30 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was nice. Location was good. Did not receive email with instructions on how to get in. Took 1/2 hour to get instructions, then no room number. Breakfast was rather minimal. Ended up going out for food.

4

Stephanie

3 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

When I checked in late in the evening, someone else was in the room, giving us both a terrible fright. Had to call the afterhours number then knock back on the door again to check what name the other people were booked under. They were in the wrong room. Unsure how this happened as I had the correct door code, was told perhaps the cleaner let them in. It was very embarrassing for me even though I had not done anything wrong. I ended up taking the room they should have had, but felt quite unsettled the whole night as I was worried someone might barge in on me! Breakfast was very basic and the room was cramped without any space between the tables. Of course the people I'd walked in on last night came down at the same time and I was too mortified to stay for breakfast with them sitting right next to me. The property is lovely and the room was pleasant and clean, but it was not a very nice experience I'm sorry to say. The manager person was apologetic but there was no offer of compensation for the mistake, which would have been appreciated.

8

Jamie

19 May 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Great location and decent place to stay for a few nights. Biggest problem which needs to be addressed urgently is the lazy and un- secure approach to the codes assigned to the digital keypads that unlock the doors. All had the same first 3 digits with main entrance ending in zero, unit 1 ending in 1, unit 2 ending in 2 etc.

8

SIU KIT

6 May 2024

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I haven’t received the check in details at the time I arrived the property, and it is around 8pm and there is no staff staying there. My phone is not able to,call the property staff to ask for the check in so we knocked the door of one guest room and ask the guest helped us calling to the staff. Luckily we got a friendly guest and reached the staff via phone and finally our check in is success. Otherwise we can’t imagine where we can stay at that night. Btw the room is good, well decorated…

8

LEE

25 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

A convenient location and had everything we needed. Found check in a bit awkward and we rung the phone number stated to ring and got no answer.

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Location

Repeatedly praised for being a short walk to the jetty, beach, shops, bars and restaurants; a convenient base for Busselton.

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10

Barry

15 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Communication, location, cleanliness all excellent. Highly recommend

8

Denise

16 Feb 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I was very happy with our room. Very clean and comfortable and the style was perfect for the area. The location was walking distance to all the main restaurants and hotels in the foreshore area.

10

Lisa

9 Jun 2023

·

Stayed 1 night

A lovely room with a thoughtful touch, only a street away from the amazing jetty, close to cafes, shops & beaches, too. T

10

VINCE

10 Dec 2022

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The location is close to the jetty and also the restaurants and numerous supermarkets. The surrounding is tranquil and relaxing. Hotel staff are extremely helpful.

10

Paul

8 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Easy self checkin. Very comfortable bed & room Breakfast simple but adequate Great location

8

Linda

8 Feb 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location within walking to the Jetty and very good restaurants and bars. Small kitchen area with limited continental breakfast. Excellent staff willing to help whenever possible.

10

bernadette

25 Oct 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

We had such a nice stay. It was so relaxing staying there. Good breakfast and within 5 mins walk to the jetty and water

10

Merv

18 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

lovely, quiet and convenient location within walking distance of the jetty, shops restaurants etc. only issue was TV kept losing signal

10

Peter

27 Dec 2022

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Stayed 19,348 nights

Nice place - clean and comfortable. Close to the centre of town.

8

Karen

13 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice place. Very clean and convenient. Onsite parking. Close to places of interest and restaurants.

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Dining

Breakfast is simple continental fare with limited variety; several find it basic or minimal, while others consider it adequate or enjoyable.

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10

jennifer

17 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean and comfortable. Walking distance to the jetty and restaurants. Breakfast was basic but all you need. Would stay again.

8

Suzanne

25 Dec 2023

·

Stayed 2 nights

Quite nice. The balcony area upstairs is nice to sit for a drink. The location is really good, close to both the town/ restaurants/ shops as well as the beach. The room we had was really small and unfortunately the drinking glasses in the room were dirty so we needed to wash them before use. Breakfast was supplied which is always a bonus. Its very close to neighbours and across the road to the camp ground so a bit noisy.

10

Paul

8 Oct 2024

·

Stayed 1 night

Easy self checkin. Very comfortable bed & room Breakfast simple but adequate Great location

8

Ingrid

30 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was nice. Location was good. Did not receive email with instructions on how to get in. Took 1/2 hour to get instructions, then no room number. Breakfast was rather minimal. Ended up going out for food.

4

Stephanie

3 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

When I checked in late in the evening, someone else was in the room, giving us both a terrible fright. Had to call the afterhours number then knock back on the door again to check what name the other people were booked under. They were in the wrong room. Unsure how this happened as I had the correct door code, was told perhaps the cleaner let them in. It was very embarrassing for me even though I had not done anything wrong. I ended up taking the room they should have had, but felt quite unsettled the whole night as I was worried someone might barge in on me! Breakfast was very basic and the room was cramped without any space between the tables. Of course the people I'd walked in on last night came down at the same time and I was too mortified to stay for breakfast with them sitting right next to me. The property is lovely and the room was pleasant and clean, but it was not a very nice experience I'm sorry to say. The manager person was apologetic but there was no offer of compensation for the mistake, which would have been appreciated.

8

Linda

8 Feb 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location within walking to the Jetty and very good restaurants and bars. Small kitchen area with limited continental breakfast. Excellent staff willing to help whenever possible.

10

Rudy

10 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean room and staff are very nice. We loved the breakfast.

10

bernadette

25 Oct 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

We had such a nice stay. It was so relaxing staying there. Good breakfast and within 5 mins walk to the jetty and water

6

Yiu Chung

12 Aug 2023

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Near busselton jetty, price is ok some utensils look not so clean. breakfast very soso. Hope more fruits, fresh fruits can be provided

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Month	Average price
January	US$146
February	US$166
March	US$96
April	US$165
May	US$112
June	US$100
July	US$103
August	US$102
September	US$121
October	US$124
November	US$147
December	US$159

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $143	2 $165	3 $292
4 $218	5 $155	6 $181	7 $184	8 $241	9 $240	10 $213
11 $181	12 $104	13 $143	14	15	16	17
18 $128	19	20 $117	21 $150	22	23 $165	24 $177
25 $104	26 $138	27 $145	28 $165	29 $120	30 $220	31 $133

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