Honest Review: Staying at The Starwest Apartments Alderney on Hay (Family with Kids)
We were highly satisfied with our overall stay at this apartment. Traveling as a family with young kids, the location was absolutely brilliant and offered excellent value. It sits right within the *Free Transit Zone*, and the nearest Red CAT bus stop is just a 2 to 3 minute walk from the entrance. This made navigating the city with children incredibly convenient and completely free.
Price-wise, it is exceptionally cheap for a property in the CBD. In fact, we ran into 2 or 3 other Malaysian family groups who chose to stay here for the exact same reason: it is rare to find something this budget-friendly in the heart of the city. In terms of cleanliness, everything was good. We are not fussy travelers, and you have to understand that for a short-term holiday rental, minor wear and tear like a slightly chipped cabinet or small cosmetic issues here and there is completely normal. It wasn’t a major problem at all and didn't affect our stay whatsoever.
The apartment amenities were excellent for family needs. The kitchen was fully equipped with plenty of cooking utensils, and having an in-unit washer and dryer was incredibly convenient for dealing with the kids' daily laundry. The only real letdown was the Wi-Fi connection, which was very slow and frequently disconnected.
Regarding the $200 security bond, the refund was processed very quickly; we received it just a day after checking out. I know there are many negative reviews online regarding the deposit, but honestly, as long as you don't break anything, there is no need to worry. We made sure to take good care of the place and left the apartment in the same tidy condition as we found it upon check-in.