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33 Bayswater Road, Kings Cross, Sydney, New South Wales 2011, Australia
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3.5 of 5 stars 4 Reviews
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Legazpi
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34 reviews 34 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
“Quaint, Chic Hotel”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 October 2011

The moment I walked in, I was impressed with this boutique hotel, the chic design, the hanging artworks and the cozy lounge makes one feel at home. The quaint guests’ lounge with its comfortable sofa with the internet, coffee/tea bar, microwave and tables facing the television gives one enough space to move around the hotel when you feel like going out of your room. One gets a good view of the street from the lounge while having free coffee /tea. The modern designed room maybe small but provides the basics, comfy bed, good shower, iron and board, and other amenities though a lamp could have been added at the desk. The location is very accessible to the train station, bars, coffee shops and to where the action is. Our 3 day stay could have been perfect if the housekeeping staff didn’t miss fixing our room and making up our bed on the second day. The amiable front-desk staff must have also overlooked reminding us of the DST on the day the airport shuttle would be picking us up. The noise from the street does get into the room, so maybe a good soundproofing has to be done and the elevator seems to bounce back before it stops. The hotel size is ideal for solo and couple travelers. I have observed that the staff’s concern with the security of their guests was highly remarkable.The location serves the purpose of traveling conveniently. Still,I would recommend this hotel to my friends.

  • Stayed October 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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Port Macquarie, Australia
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
“Don't Stay here - avoid at all costs”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 January 2011

We had booked three nights here and when we arrived to our room we were shocked at what we found. Dirty, torn curtains, rice over the floor, used soap in the bathroom. This place is not clean at all. The reception is only manned limited hours each day so there was no one to contact. We didn't stay of course and contacted Wotif.com immediately who were fantastic and made other arrangements for us in another property. We have since received a full refund via Wotif.com.

We were paying good money for this very unpleasant dirty room. Don't try it.

  • Stayed January 2011, travelled with friends
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 1 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 1 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 1 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“A shocker!”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 December 2008

We last stayed here 14 years ago, and we had very special memories about the place. It was pretty decent then, but I don't think anything has been done to the place in the intervening time. Shabby in the extreme, run down, and the junkie chatting up the reception lady didn't help. To make matters worse, the balcony door to the room didn't lock, and there was no way we were going to stay in a place like this with a non-locking door. I think the receptionist worked out exactly how we felt, and offered our money back. Good move!

  • Liked — Nothing
  • Disliked — It was just an all-round shocker!
  • Stayed December 2008, travelled as a couple
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 1 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 1 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 1 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
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Wandering Kiwi
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“A Sydney Secret”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 August 2007

Having had to spend an extended business trip in Sydney recently, it was brilliant to find this 'home away from home' at such reasonable rates. Sure the rooms (studios & 1 bedrooms) could do with a lick and a polish but they are sunny, all have balconies, and are in the heart of a plethora of restaurants and bars. Sydney's coolest pizza bar (Hugo's) is downstairs. Kings Cross train station is 2 minutes away. There are a supermarket and a convenience store within one minute.

Minuses:
The kitchenettes are not up to much - OK for making breakfast but stick to restaurants and takeaways for other meals. There is no airport or other broadband. You have to clamber into a tiny bath and have poor water pressure for the shower. You have to take your own rubbish out and cleaning is only weekly.

Pluses:
The lovely staff - Michael and Lada - who will do whatever they can to help you. Location location location. Sunny, warm and bright. Price price price.

Highly recommended.

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  • Stayed July 2007, travelled on business
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
    • 2 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
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