Name: Manly Waves Studios & Apartments
Address: 46 Malvern Avenue, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, Sydney, New South Wales, AU
Price range: $114–$283 per night
Rating: 6.85

What guests think

At Manly Waves Studios & Apartments, reviewers praise the beachside location and helpful staff, but report mixed stays, with recurring complaints about cleanliness, dated rooms and maintenance issues, flimsy locks or security concerns, and noise from other guests or outside.

Several guests mention accommodating upgrades, but others report slow or unresponsive communication and confusing after-hours check-ins. Expect simple, beach-close lodgings where value depends on getting one of the better-maintained rooms.

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Facilities

Parking is available but often tight or paid, and several reviews note unreliable in-room features such as TV reception, air conditioning, or spa baths.

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Natalie

Jun 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location for the price, only one block back from the beach, and my room had a water view as well as being able to hear the waves. Cheap & cheerful, the bathroom was clean & relatively new. Nice smelling free bathroom products. Bed was REALLY comfortable, good-sized bar fridge & great selection of free teas & coffees. Parking available for a great price ($20/night) Only a couple of issues… 1/ An old style, relatively flimsy lock on the room door, with no other latch or chain. This, combined with no locked external main door, meant anyone could walk in off the street to access the rooms. As a single woman, I found the lack of security a little concerning. 2/ The water pressure in the shower was weak, despite having the tap at full strength 3/ A few small cockroaches in the kitchen in the mornings

10

Annelone

Mar 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Within walking distance from Manly beach, cafes and shops. Easy parking. Great mattress. Would have liked milk to make tea.

4

Anthony

Nov 24, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The room itself was ok but the exterior needs a major upgrade. There is zero sound insulation in the rooms. On each of the 3 nights I stayed there I was woken after midnight by guests in other rooms. I didn’t see any staff except for checking in and out and there are no amenities. I checked out early and went somewhere else.

8

John

Mar 7, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Great location close to beach. Limited and very tight parking. Staff friendly.

4

Catherine

Sep 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The only thing to like is the location,dont bother staying here as its overpriced and grotty. We booked the standard studio $176 for one night and $20 for a parking spot that was so narrow the car just fit the space.The studio was very 60's and somewhat clean .The sliding door tracks inside had mould and dirt on it and a crack in the glass.The curtains were to small for the door and luckly i had a couple of pegs to close the gap during the night.The bathroom was tiny with some mould and dust on the high ceiling and window. One wet glass between two. Missed matched cutlery and crockery.The fridge very noisy. The bathroom door didnt close.Very flimsy furniture.Bed was surprisingly ok.The old rusty outdoor table needed a good clean or replaced. The lady that checked us in was polite and friendly I wouldnt recommend staying here unless its your last resort.

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Damian

Nov 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Got upgraded to a room in the smaller, nicer block. Was ok. The bed was clean, towels were decent, and room was spacious and bright. Location is on a quiet and unremarkable street. The aircon was loud and ineffective, sink plugs didn’t plug. I didn’t fancy the main block, with a big hairy guy wandering around as if there was a mandatory buttcrack dress code. The wifi was fine as long as no-one else was using it. Uber Eats was easy. But the staff were pleasant, and people hanging around outside seemed to be enjoying themselves. So - not bad, not great. Cheap, basic, friendly. A hostel with your own room.

8

Craig

Jan 31, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Beds were very comfortable, place was in an ideal location. The shower was very hard, spa did not work, fridge was trapped behind a door. But we still had a good time.

10

William

Jan 24, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Thank you Roxanne for the impromptu upgrade .. beachfront magic . Parking and within walking distance to manly ..

8

Carolyn

Aug 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good choice for price, small but functional. TV had no channels, and air con only blew cold air, but little heater warmed the room well. Would have enjoyed walking to the wormhole if our stay was longer.

4

Fiona

Sep 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Drunks moaning and coughing on street at night and early morning, screen door didn't lock, tv didn't work, shabby condition of property.

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Cleanliness

Feedback on cleanliness is inconsistent: multiple reviews report dirty rooms, stained linens, cockroaches, or weak housekeeping, while others describe clean or even spotless spaces. Standards appear to vary by room and building.

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Elisabeth

Nov 3, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Staff were not very helpful and I felt like I was inconveniencing them when I checked it. The amenities it said would be in the room weren't, and seeing cockroaches in the room really put me off.

2

Azadeh

Sep 29, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The room is very dirty and there hasn’t been any housekeeping and No one assisted me with my luggage upon arrival. Reception was not available before 9 am and I could not reach anyone by phone.

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Stuart

Aug 16, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Apartment was great, spotlessly clean everything we needed was there. Staff were perfect .Would definitely stay here again .5 stars

4

Carol

Nov 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The shower door was broken. No window coverings in bedroom. Broken cupboard doors and drawers. Shabby, dirty. No plug for kitchen sink. Was relatively quiet and beds were old but okay.

8

Nicky

May 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Only stayed for two nights. Comfortable apartment. Clean. Walkable distance into Manly. Nice and quiet.

8

Tiina

Feb 28, 2026

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Stayed 6 nights

Staff was great, but the room could have been cleaner.

4

David

Dec 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Shocking. Everything about it was just D.I.Y. It was dirty. Zero love goes into these rooms.

2

Jeremie

Aug 10, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

The place was really dirty : hair and stains on the bed sheets, lot of sand on the couch, floor was full of dirt, the toilet fan sounded like there was a mouse trapped in it. Its dissapointing to pay that much and have something dirty. The location is great though.

8

Timothy

Nov 21, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Kitchen minimally equipped but fridge worked well. Room in need of a good coat of paint throughout but clean Duvet very stained didn’t use and no duvet cover just 2 sheets. Quiet location although neighbours were smoking cannabis which did get a little into room. Door needs a proper lock and patio door lock broken but did not feel unsafe. However despite this we had a great stay and would recommend as long as you are aware of these limitations.

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wingyi

Jan 1, 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Kitchen is dirty. No housekeeping service at all. Sand on the bed and no one cleans at alll. Really small and dark room. The jazzui spa fan door fell out as soon as we entered the bathroom. Poor facility in the room. Charge point not working. Location is very close to beach, good location. Friendly staff but low efficiency. Won’t even stay there again! Photos online do not reflect the reality

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Rooms

Rooms vary widely, from spacious apartments with comfy beds and balconies to small, dark, dated spaces with poor sound insulation. Recurring maintenance issues include ineffective or noisy air conditioning, weak water pressure, broken fixtures, and flimsy locks.

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Jessica

Nov 30, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was ok, bedrooms were big enough and living space was sufficient. Disappointed as advertised there was air conditioning but upon arrival none of them worked, called the reception and left a message to have them come check but no response. Overall was a good location and enough space for our family of 6.

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Carol

Nov 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The shower door was broken. No window coverings in bedroom. Broken cupboard doors and drawers. Shabby, dirty. No plug for kitchen sink. Was relatively quiet and beds were old but okay.

8

Natalie

Jun 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location for the price, only one block back from the beach, and my room had a water view as well as being able to hear the waves. Cheap & cheerful, the bathroom was clean & relatively new. Nice smelling free bathroom products. Bed was REALLY comfortable, good-sized bar fridge & great selection of free teas & coffees. Parking available for a great price ($20/night) Only a couple of issues… 1/ An old style, relatively flimsy lock on the room door, with no other latch or chain. This, combined with no locked external main door, meant anyone could walk in off the street to access the rooms. As a single woman, I found the lack of security a little concerning. 2/ The water pressure in the shower was weak, despite having the tap at full strength 3/ A few small cockroaches in the kitchen in the mornings

8

Kimberly

May 31, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

They were very nice and the place was a block from the beach but the insulation was not very good and despite it being a quiet street, you could hear everything happening outside.

6

Cate

Oct 27, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Door lock was an issue getting the key out,air conditioner very old and didn't appear to work.unable to leave balcony door open due to security concern. Bar fridge worked very well, bed clean and comfortable and shower good and hot

6

Beth

Aug 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Location is good. Room a little run down, taps loose, lights not working over microwave bench or bedside lamp. Balcony door was very hard to lock. There was a leak in the corner of the room which wet our suitcase overnight. Would expect more for over $250 a night.

4

Anthony

Nov 24, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The room itself was ok but the exterior needs a major upgrade. There is zero sound insulation in the rooms. On each of the 3 nights I stayed there I was woken after midnight by guests in other rooms. I didn’t see any staff except for checking in and out and there are no amenities. I checked out early and went somewhere else.

6

Damian

Nov 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Got upgraded to a room in the smaller, nicer block. Was ok. The bed was clean, towels were decent, and room was spacious and bright. Location is on a quiet and unremarkable street. The aircon was loud and ineffective, sink plugs didn’t plug. I didn’t fancy the main block, with a big hairy guy wandering around as if there was a mandatory buttcrack dress code. The wifi was fine as long as no-one else was using it. Uber Eats was easy. But the staff were pleasant, and people hanging around outside seemed to be enjoying themselves. So - not bad, not great. Cheap, basic, friendly. A hostel with your own room.

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Katie

May 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very old, smelly and cold. The bed was squeaky, uncomfortable and no blankets. The aircon sounded like a freight train. Great location, but accommodation very disappointing.

8

Carolyn

Aug 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good choice for price, small but functional. TV had no channels, and air con only blew cold air, but little heater warmed the room well. Would have enjoyed walking to the wormhole if our stay was longer.

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Service

Many guests describe staff as friendly and accommodating, with some receiving quick room upgrades. However, others report poor communication, limited reception hours, and confusing or problematic check-ins.

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Wayne

Sep 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The Manager Harry was very accommodating....we would defiantly come back for a stay.

4

Elisabeth

Nov 3, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Staff were not very helpful and I felt like I was inconveniencing them when I checked it. The amenities it said would be in the room weren't, and seeing cockroaches in the room really put me off.

2

Azadeh

Sep 29, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The room is very dirty and there hasn’t been any housekeeping and No one assisted me with my luggage upon arrival. Reception was not available before 9 am and I could not reach anyone by phone.

10

Matthew

Oct 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Our stay was great, we booked the day we arrived. The accommodation manager ROXANNE was fantastic. She upgraded us as a family to a two room apartment and helped us out with parking. The room was spotless, just a two minute walk to the beach. We will definitely stay there again. Thanks Roxanne, you were amazing.

10

Ryan

Nov 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

A beautifully aesthetic room with great amenities alongside a relaxing common room where we had great late night chats. Location was a major plus being so closed to the beach erased the stress about parking. I got to mee some of the locals and staff members who were nothing but lovely.

10

Ian

Nov 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great room helpful staff great location

6

Damian

Nov 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Got upgraded to a room in the smaller, nicer block. Was ok. The bed was clean, towels were decent, and room was spacious and bright. Location is on a quiet and unremarkable street. The aircon was loud and ineffective, sink plugs didn’t plug. I didn’t fancy the main block, with a big hairy guy wandering around as if there was a mandatory buttcrack dress code. The wifi was fine as long as no-one else was using it. Uber Eats was easy. But the staff were pleasant, and people hanging around outside seemed to be enjoying themselves. So - not bad, not great. Cheap, basic, friendly. A hostel with your own room.

6

Ben

Apr 30, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Obtained key with room number from the late check in box. Unlocked room to find people asleep in my room. Then there was nobody on site and an ordeal to find an alternate room.

4

Daniel

Nov 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We didn’t arrive until 11pm were told there would be directions to our room with our key in the lock box when collecting our key there was no map to find our room which would be ok if it was easy to find but after 1/2hr of walking around in the dark with suitcases up and down stairs crossing the street to another building we finally found our room behind the main building which was not easy to find

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Karen

Jul 30, 2025

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Stayed 12 nights

Initial accommodation was not good at all with bare wires broken door windows Hotel.com helped us to immediately solve and we were moved to an alternative Kristi on reception was brilliant can’t say how lovely she was and appreciated her help

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Location

Strong beachside location: a short walk to Manly Beach, cafes, shops, transport and the ferry.

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Maurice

Sep 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

great location

8

Natalie

Jun 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location for the price, only one block back from the beach, and my room had a water view as well as being able to hear the waves. Cheap & cheerful, the bathroom was clean & relatively new. Nice smelling free bathroom products. Bed was REALLY comfortable, good-sized bar fridge & great selection of free teas & coffees. Parking available for a great price ($20/night) Only a couple of issues… 1/ An old style, relatively flimsy lock on the room door, with no other latch or chain. This, combined with no locked external main door, meant anyone could walk in off the street to access the rooms. As a single woman, I found the lack of security a little concerning. 2/ The water pressure in the shower was weak, despite having the tap at full strength 3/ A few small cockroaches in the kitchen in the mornings

8

Nicky

May 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Only stayed for two nights. Comfortable apartment. Clean. Walkable distance into Manly. Nice and quiet.

8

Heidi

Dec 4, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

great location and close to transport and the beach

10

Ian

Nov 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great room helpful staff great location

6

Peter

Nov 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location, very affordable.

10

Annie

Feb 21, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We are very satisfied with our stay. The room was comfortable with AC, practical with dishes, microwave and fridge. The shower is unique and impressive! It is very well situated, 2 minutes walk from the beach and on a quiet street. You can definitely walk from the ferry. The owners are so kind, would definitely go back!

8

Heidi

Dec 3, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Roomy apartment with fully stocked kitchen. Location couldn't be better - so close to the beach and warf and bus stops.

8

Ralph

Oct 4, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Ideal position for beach and cafes/restaurants

2

wingyi

Jan 1, 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Kitchen is dirty. No housekeeping service at all. Sand on the bed and no one cleans at alll. Really small and dark room. The jazzui spa fan door fell out as soon as we entered the bathroom. Poor facility in the room. Charge point not working. Location is very close to beach, good location. Friendly staff but low efficiency. Won’t even stay there again! Photos online do not reflect the reality

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Month	Average price
January	$137
February	$191
March	$149
April	$124
May	$133
June	$111
July	$115
August	$142
September	$109
October	$135
November	$160
December	$138

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16	17	18	19
20 $127	21 $115	22 $117	23 $114	24 $128	25 $179	26
27 $155	28 $135	29 $139	30 $142

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $197	2 $274	3
4	5	6 $136	7 $154	8 $136	9 $236	10 $211
11 $150	12 $150	13 $147	14 $136	15 $161	16	17
18 $154	19 $136	20 $129	21 $138	22 $154	23 $200	24 $262
25 $283	26 $136	27 $158	28 $143	29 $158	30 $181	31 $175

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