Cardwell at the Beach

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7.6
Pleasant
From 252 reviews
Cleanliness

8.2

Room Comfort

8.2

Location

8.0

Service and Facilites

8.4

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HONG
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Leisure with Partner
4.0
/10
Reviewed 28 week(s) ago

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The room was not clean, there was still used soap in the shower, the bin was absolutely filthy on the outside. Needed to use the freezer in the fridge, but not able to use due to being completely iced up.
Rachel
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Business and Leisure with Pet
6.0
/10
Reviewed 29 week(s) ago

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For the most part this was a typical older Hwy Motel. The room was basic but relatively clean and comfortable. The lady at check in was nice and the staff and food from the restaurant were lovely. There were some downsides. The smaller ones: a microwave, but no crockery or cutlery; 2 bath towels but no bath mat or had towels; minimal pillows or bedding in general. The biggest downside, was that there were giant cockroaches (bigger than my thumb) that you could see & hear walking around. I was also getting bitten by some sort of small insect in the room.
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Deb
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with Partner
4.0
/10
Reviewed 36 week(s) ago

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Ok for an overnight stay. Basic amenities. Pool was green. No coffee or milk. Bins hadn't been emptied.
Maree
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Leisure with Friends
8.0
/10
Reviewed 43 week(s) ago

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the pool was very nice good that an outside bbq was available
William
2.0
/10
Reviewed 44 week(s) ago

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The toaster, microwave were rusted. The TV screen was all pixilated so could not use the TV, no spare blankets so I had a cold night. The bed was comfortable.
Jenny
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Leisure with Partner
2.0
/10
Reviewed 44 week(s) ago

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There was no hot water in the morning, and as soon as someone downstairs used it, there was no water at all. The TV was unwatchable due to having white lines through the entire screen. The freezer on the mini fridge was frozen solid and unusable. After some disagreement, I had to prove that she had already taken the total payment from my account. The wotif agreement stated that I had up until the 7th of August for free cancellation and that I was to pay on arrival. She took the money on the 29th of July, a week early. Sounds a bit dodgy to me.
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James
8.0
/10
Reviewed 44 week(s) ago

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Suitable motel
Alison
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Leisure
6.0
/10
Reviewed 45 week(s) ago

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Room very clean and beds comfortable. Would have liked a teaspoon at least ….. only had one spoon which was a desert spoon. Good hot water 🚿 shower 👍 The toilet took several flushes to clear just one sheet of loo paper. Some road noise early but quiet during night. Beds were the wow comfy feature, great nights sleep.
Gillian Elizabeth
8.0
/10
Reviewed 46 week(s) ago

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Bed was comfortable and
Ron
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Leisure with Partner
6.0
/10
Reviewed 47 week(s) ago

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The property is was quite mature and unfortunately has been left to show this. Room was bigger than average,but the plumbing is very poor in the shower alcove,the water slow to run away,and without urgent maintenance this will become a major issue. Cleaning staff appeared to lack leadership. Price was good given these faults.
Jenny
8.0
/10
Reviewed 48 week(s) ago

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Good b
Alexander
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Leisure with Partner
6.0
/10
Reviewed 48 week(s) ago

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The name says ''at the beach''. It is actually 350 metres to the beach and you have to cross the very busy and noisy Bruce Highway on the way. The ''restaurant'' happened to be closed both nights that we were there(a weekend') and all that was on offer was a 4-item meagre take away. Great to have that supermarket across the road though. The first room we were given faced straight across the huge concrete forecourt and into the headlights of the vehicles coming to the liquor driving. We were charged an extra $60 for asking for a room change.
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Ted
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Leisure Family
4.0
/10
Reviewed 49 week(s) ago

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It was fortunate because it was not raining. If it was bad weather, no I don't want to think about it. Kitchen was not for multi weather ready. Most of kitchen facility was discusting. There was no lights above sink too. We supposed to stay 2 nights however we left ther on the 2nd day. Never go back. Paid cheap, simply got cheap stuff. ha ha ha.
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Desley
4.0
/10
Reviewed 51 week(s) ago

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The cleaning has a lot to be desired. The floor was very gritty under foot, but we were in the older units there.
Molly
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Business and Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 56 week(s) ago

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Great service enjoyed my stay at Cardwell
JOHN
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Friends and Family with Friends
8.0
/10
Reviewed 56 week(s) ago

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it was great for what it was.. nothing special , just your typical older motel. Loved the fact its pet friendly.
Molly
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Leisure Family
6.0
/10
Reviewed 59 week(s) ago

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It was ok but not super clean. Important areas like toilets shower sink sheets etc all perfectly fine but there was a lot of dust under the bed. Nobody there to greet us. Door ( room 21) did not lock. Parking for this room was not clear. Pool nice but lots of leaves in it
Rhett
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Business
6.0
/10
Reviewed 59 week(s) ago

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Just an average place to stay. will probably look elsewhere for next time.
Juanita J
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Leisure with Children
10.0
/10
Reviewed 62 week(s) ago

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What a little treasure?!? Clean, pleasant, affordable, helpful and convenient are great adjectives for our stay. Will be better once pool area is fully functioning. Glad we chose this venue and are already planning to return.
Jon
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Business
4.0
/10
Reviewed 63 week(s) ago

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Too many cockroaches
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