rkapur · Australia
11 Jun, 2025
vastly exceeded expectations - modern and immaculate room, extraordinary views, adequate logistics
Apartment was exceptionally comfortable, either brand new or maintained so well it felt brand new. Modern aesthetic. high floor, truly spectacular views from balcony at 75% of interior (not second bedroom). Was a moderate-maintainance guest, but staff (at agency) were responsive and generous. Extra beds, blankets provided on request. Furniture, including beds were in perfect condition and comfortable. Travelled with one other.
Important considerations: 1. You are booking via an external rental agency, not the hotel itself, so hotel staff, while friendly,cannot assist you. Even hotel facilities like one of the swimming pools bag drop etc not accessible. The agency is very responsive, but make sure you call / message THE AGENCY immediately about any issues as they are located off-site. 2. ONLY ONE KEY PROVIDED per room. Full stop. Was only a minor inconvenience for me as only travelling with one other, but could be a huge issue if travelling with friends/family/children. Especially if spread out across different rooms / floors (long wait time for elevators). 3. Logistics of key collection (re luggage/taxis) can appear daunting as lock box located off-site (7 ish min walk each way), and at busy intersection (no stopping). Simplest way is just get dropped off at lobby, have friends/family sit comfortably with luggage and assign one person to walk out to lockbox. If you're travelling solo, you may have to drag your bags around. 4. NO SUBSIDIZED PARKING. And all parking in immediate vicinity (casino) extremely expensive. Convention centre parking more reasonable but a 10 ish min walk from hotel (albeit comfortable walkway). There are certain free parking hours (which if you coordinate right) should give you free overnight parking at shopping centre nearby - but you'll have to move your car during the day and it's a 15-20 min walk each way. So basically, if you must drive factor in significant additional cost and/or inconvenience - strongly suggest Ubers istead. 5. inundated with very strict terms & conditions, building rules and paperwork after making reservation, including having to send in ID in advance for additional bond authorisation (above and beyond stated price), significant (potential) additional charges for damage, late checkout, lost keys, missing amenities (and strict time frames for reporting them) etc.