Foreshore Motor Lodge vs Similar Hotels

Rooms are functional but often described as dated, cold, drab or musty with some broken/tired fittings (shower head, coffee plunger); some guests found beds comfortable but overall room quality is below average.

Rooms were noted as comfortable but some needed updating.

Rooms described as comfortable but often in poor condition with broken fixtures.

Comments about the room being old, run down, and a cramped shower affected the score.

Mixed signals in reviews: several reports of dirt (dirty duvet, dust behind beds, dead skin on floor, cockroach) contrasted with multiple comments calling rooms spotlessly clean — overall below average due to specific hygiene complaints.

Generally clean with some mentions of a coffee machine issue.

Numerous mentions of dirt, mold, and a filthy room; cleanliness is a significant concern.

Several comments indicated issues like musty smell and cleanliness concerns.

Strong recurring positive: repeatedly noted as excellent/close to ferry, shops, beach and main road — location is a key asset for guests.

Many reviews praised the fantastic location near shops and the beach.

Convenient location, close to ferry terminal which was appreciated by guests.

Many reviews highlighted a great location, close to shops and transport.

Consistently praised: staff described as amazing, approachable and very helpful; manager accommodated late/early arrivals and booking changes, making service a strong positive.

Staff were consistently described as friendly and helpful.

Mixed reviews; some guests experienced issues with check-in and slow response.

Staff were consistently described as friendly and accommodating.

Very limited mentions: no substantial F&B offering noted, some guests wished for more in-room supplies (hot chocolate/coffee) and few had no breakfast — modest score due to limited service.

Standard offerings; no specific mentions.

Inadequate facilities for food preparation and cleanliness issues.

No specific food mentions, assigned average quality for this hotel tier.

Several amenity issues cited: heaters/fans not working properly, lack of bathroom fan, condensation on windows, limited in-room supplies (hot chocolate/coffee), and some broken items — amenities are somewhat lacking.

Amenities were good, but there were mentions of parking fees and equipment issues.

Lack of basic amenities and cleanliness making the stay uncomfortable.

Some amenities were noted as helpful, but issues like unsafe microwave placement were also mentioned.

Mixed: multiple guests describe the motel as reasonable or excellent value, while a few feel the price was a little high for the dated condition — slightly below target overall.

Some reviews suggest it offers good value, though parking fees were a concern.

Unexpected extra charges and lack of quality experience for the price paid.

Comments suggested the price may not reflect the quality of the rooms.