Beach Retreat Coolum

“Lazy getaway”

The resort is located with spectacular views and is within walking distance to most places and the car can be left parked till departure. The complex was opened in the late 90’s and could do with some TLC. The pools were great and we had no problems with the lift with a luggage trolley very handy. … lisää

The resort is located with spectacular views and is within walking distance to most places and the car can be left parked till departure. The complex was opened in the late 90’s and could do with some TLC. The pools were great and we had no problems with the lift with a luggage trolley very handy. Service was not an issue with reception being very helpful.

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“Great view, poor apartment”

We stayed in apartment 39a on level 3, which had a magnificent ocean view from both the loungeroom and bedroom. However for $4,060 for 14 nights ($290/night) we found the apartment very basic. There was only a double hotplate, microwave, toaster and kettle in the kitchen (no oven, griller, dishwash… lisää

We stayed in apartment 39a on level 3, which had a magnificent ocean view from both the loungeroom and bedroom. However for $4,060 for 14 nights ($290/night) we found the apartment very basic. There was only a double hotplate, microwave, toaster and kettle in the kitchen (no oven, griller, dishwasher, sandwich maker or airfryer), which made meal preparation difficult. The TV had to be navigated through Foxtel, which caused us problems as channels frequently didn't have sound, so the TV had to be turned off and restarted. Also while watching a movie on Foxtel the sound frequently lagged further and further behind the picture, so the TV had to be restarted 16 times during a 98 minute movie. The bathroom floor is about 2 cm higher than the bedroom and passage floors, which is a trip hazard. Although there is a lift from the basement, 7 steps still have to be navigated to access the apartment, which is an issue for the elderly and those with prams. No vacuum cleaner, just an old broom and mop. Cutlery and crockery appeared to have come from an op-shop, as nothing matched. There were only 2 dessert spoons, 4 forks and 5 knives (all different). The base of the clothes dryer is above average head height, which is a safety issue. Very difficult to open, load or unload. Apart from the fantastic view, we expected more for our $4060.

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“Okay Stay at Coolum”

The location is great but our room was pretty tired for $220 a night, we expected it to be a bit nicer and perhaps have a view of the beach. The bed was comfortable as were the pillows. The shower head needs replacing as it's sprays everywhere and the water pressure isn't good. There wasn't any soa… lisää

The location is great but our room was pretty tired for $220 a night, we expected it to be a bit nicer and perhaps have a view of the beach. The bed was comfortable as were the pillows. The shower head needs replacing as it's sprays everywhere and the water pressure isn't good. There wasn't any soaps provided in the bathroom. The shower smelt a bit funky. A bit disappointed 🫤. The staff are friendly.

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“Not bad”

Firstly, all apartments are privately owned so they are all different. You have to be very specific in what you are booking - some apartments are not suitable for the elderly as the showers are difficult to get in and out of. Not all apartments have a kitchen, some are like hotel rooms with only a … lisää

Firstly, all apartments are privately owned so they are all different. You have to be very specific in what you are booking - some apartments are not suitable for the elderly as the showers are difficult to get in and out of. Not all apartments have a kitchen, some are like hotel rooms with only a jug and a fridge. If you want a kitchen you have to pay more. Our apartment, 44a, was quite nice, clean, great views, kitchenette, comfortable sofa and beds. We could not use the balcony chairs and table as they were too high and uncomfortable. We found the tv difficult as we are not used to Foxtel, and the bedroom tv had only Netflix. The owners should provide a long handled broom and pan so you don’t have to bend right down to clean the floor. The velvety bedcovers were weird - get some nice cotton Ikea ones! This property takes your whole payment about a week before you arrive even if you have booked with free cancellation, so beware.

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