Hotel Mooloolaba (Mooloolaba, Australia)

Those on the hunt for a no-frills property in the resort town of Mooloolaba were pleasantly surprised by this basic motel. All things considered, it offered a reasonably comfortable standard of accommodation in pleasantly lush surrounds; the sparkling pool area and verdant balconies added a decidedly tropical vibe. It was popular with those on short stays in the area.

Many spoke highly of the staff here, who impressed guests with their warm and friendly nature. They seemed to offer a consistently good service at a level that belied this property's price point. Speaking of money, guests also commented that this motel offered solid value for the region, especially given its Gold Coast setting.

This property's location also came highly rated. Guests liked its proximity to central Mooloolaba and its esplanade and keen surfers were happy to find that the beach is located near to this property. Families staying here rated this motel for its proximity to UnderWater World Sea Life Aquarium, a local theme park.

On the whole, guests felt that the interiors of this property are ready for refurbishment. In addition to tired-looking décor, fixtures and fittings were noted to be old and worn.

Cooking and kitchen amenities were noticeably absent here, with multiple guests commenting on the lack of these facilities. Many would have liked to have seen microwaves in units.

Air conditioning was noticeably absent in guest units, with many complaining of sweltering temperatures. In addition to the heat, guests were also bothered by road and traffic noise from the exterior.