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Hotel Description

With a stay at Kangaroo Island Seaview Motel in Kingscote, you'll be near the beach, just steps from Kingscote Tidal Pool and a 3-minute drive from Soldiers Memorial Park. This beach motel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Hope Cottage Museum and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Beatrice Islet Conservation Park. Make yourself at home in one of the 17 air-conditioned rooms featuring Smart televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and Netflix provides entertainment. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily. Featured amenities include multilingual staff, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.

Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available

No cribs (infant beds) available

No elevators

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

Professional property host/manager

Pets not allowed

Service animals are allowed

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Check-in from: 2:00 PM
Check-in by: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out by: 10:00 AM

Cleaning and safety practices

  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for lunch
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for dinner
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available through room service
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Masks are compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is available
  • Reservation might be required for some facilities onsite
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety

Important information

You need to know
  • Contactless check-out is available.
Special Instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.
Instructions
  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Minimal age
18
Optional fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Spoken Language

English

Amenities

Most Popular

Free WiFi

Parking available

Dining services

Concierge

Laundry

Entertainment

Non-smoking

Accessible facilities

Other

Barbecue grill(s)

Laundry facilities

Garden

Safe-deposit box at front desk

Multilingual staff

Picnic area

Front desk (limited hours)

Number of restaurants - 1

Free self parking

Number of bars/lounges - 1

Terrace

Shared microwave

Off-street parking

Wheelchair accessible – no

No elevator (single level property)

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Well-lit path to entrance

Stair-free path to entrance

Hotel reviews

8.2
Excellent131 Verified Reviews
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Cleanliness8.4/10
Service8.4/10
Comfort7.6/10
Condition7.4/10
location10/10
Neighborhood8.2/10
Value7.6/10
Amenities8.4/10
10/10
Exceptional
Christine, 05 Dec 2024
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The Seaview rooms have been beautifully updated with contemporary design features. Resting in these rooms you look through palm trees to the ocean beyond, lovely!!

10/10
Exceptional
Martha, 24 Nov 2024
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We had a nice stay at Kangaroo Island Seaview Motel. It appeared recently renovated and was clean. Easy, free parking on site, and was walking distance to nearby restaurants and shops.

10/10
Exceptional
Brenda, 07 Nov 2024
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The property was well located and the view was beautiful.

10/10
Exceptional
Tracy, 09 Sep 2024
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Nice stay

8/10
Excellent
Ali, 18 Jul 2024
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Great location, very close to all shops and restaurants. They should remove the 3rd bed for couples to allow for more space. The shelf above the bed needs to be higher to stop from hitting your head. It’s the last thing to have to worry about every time you get into bed.

10/10
Exceptional
Jenny, 19 Apr 2024
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Wonderful place with a great location right in front of the beach. An amazing Italian restaurant just a few minutes walk. The pizzas were amazing.

10/10
Exceptional
Madeline, 13 Nov 2023
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I liked the room decor, the walkability of the town, and the sea view.

10/10
Exceptional
Aimee, 29 Sep 2023
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This motel was an unexpected delight - the rooms are in great condition and have been renovated in great colours and lovely decor. Would recommend!

10/10
Exceptional
De, 18 Sep 2023
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I had a look at a few accommodation options but I chose the right one, it’s straight across from the police station and within walking distance of everything I needed. I will definitely be staying here when I return.

8/10
Excellent
Linda, 07 Jul 2023
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Conveniently situated withing walking distance to eateries, we found it a very easy place to stay. Room was exactly as depicted on website, with updated bathroom and decor. We stayed two nights and were sorry to not have been able to get into the on-site restaurant The Odd Plate. While it is run independently from the motel, it would have been helpful for the motel to prompt visitors to book in when confirming their stay. The restaurant is quite small and was in very high demand at the time of our stay in low season, when a number of other optional eateries were closed on vacation. Other than that, our stay was very pleasant.

10/10
Exceptional
Verified traveler, 03 Jun 2023
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Very nice motel

Very nice motel. Stayed at the Sea View Suite. Inside must have been recently refurbished. Thoughtful and handy little details. Little kitchen was lacking salt, pepper and oil etc., but other than that well equipped.

10/10
Exceptional
Kirstie, 26 Nov 2022
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The staff were so kind. The property was clean, well managed and easy accessible

8/10
Excellent
Bree, 18 Sep 2022
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Great location with sea views! Staff were friendly and helpful.

10/10
Exceptional
Verified traveler, 30 Aug 2022
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Highly recommend this beautiful place. Very clean and looks like something out of a house and home magazine. Stunning touches and extremely comfortable bed. Ocean views directly from the big glass window of your room. Friendly checkin too. Right opposite on a Saturday morning at 8am at the Tidal pool is the Parkrun. Great 5k and locals are welcoming. So close to drive to wineries and gin distillery.

8/10
Excellent
jayson, 19 May 2022
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Quiet and assessible to local shops-hotels

10/10
Exceptional
Marcia, 21 Apr 2022
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Nice stay!!!

Very comfortable clean room!

10/10
Exceptional
Bernice, 23 Mar 2022
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Very pleasant, close to everything, great views and friendly Manager.

10/10
Exceptional
Angela, 05 Mar 2022
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Friendly and helpful for 3 star, good value

10/10
Exceptional
Andrew, 28 Jan 2022
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The service from the staff was excellent. The accommodation was ok, getting a little tied though. Overall I’d definitely stay again.

10/10
Exceptional
Annie, 12 Jan 2022
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Great service and cleanliness as always

8/10
Excellent
Heath, 19 Oct 2021
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The rooms were simple but clean and tidy. The staff were friendly. They are currently doing renovations and hopefully they will add a Cafe/Restaurant.

8/10
Excellent
Verified traveler, 10 Apr 2021
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Dated, yes. But charming and quirky. I loved the little shutters over the floor level air vents. All in all this fits the natural charm of the seaside town of Kingscote. Very clean, cosy, and everything we needed for a night in town. Lots of on-site and street parking. Across the road from the natural seas pool and an easy short walk to anything in town. Very pleasant stay.

10/10
Exceptional
Agnes, 12 Mar 2020
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Family stay

Good location by the rock pool and the center of Kingscote. Basic room clean and easy access. Good for a week end!

10/10
Exceptional
RobJ, 31 Jan 2020
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The check in was quick and service was excellent. With some great recommendations of local eateries and activities.

6/10
Fair
Janelle, 21 Dec 2019
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Needs some updating!

No air conditioning, external bathrooms, images online don’t reflect actual rooms. Not really value for money.

8/10
Excellent
Verified traveler, 19 Dec 2019
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Million dollar view!

Very close to the beach and all amenities. Peaceful and relaxing. We'll be back. Beautiful sunrise.

2/10
Poor
Verified traveler, 02 Nov 2019
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The blonde hair manager was extremely rude, approaching my son, to complain about the mess in the bathroom, which consisted of a foot towel being left in the bathroom despite there being no wash basket or bin to put used soap in the cubicle. The fact that she approached a 11 year old without parents being there was disgusting.

8/10
Excellent
Peter, 22 Feb 2019
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It’s a great view

Perfect for a quick overnight trip

6/10
Fair
Xiao W, 30 Jan 2019
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Good view, but the single bed is too softy.

10/10
Exceptional
Verified traveler, 28 Jan 2019
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Sea view.good location and excellent service. The staff are very friendly and helpful. Room are clean and comfy.

6/10
Fair
Verified traveler, 31 Dec 2018
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Very dated but clean, no toilet en-suite so you have to go to a seperate building outside

4/10
Poor
Verified traveler, 27 Dec 2018
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Room was unclean, stuffs from previous stays were left under the bed. Bed was uncomfortable, filthy room. We agreed to check out at 11, but by the time we went for breakfast outside, cleaners entered the room and we couldn’t use the room later. No microwave in the room. Towels were old. Television is robs my 12 inches. Not worth for money.

8/10
Excellent
Brett, 14 Dec 2018
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Unit was basic and clean. Would stay again.

8/10
Excellent
Verified traveler, 03 Dec 2018
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Nice room but one air conditioner doesn’t cover both bed rooms. May be big stand fans will be good idea for bed rooms.

10/10
Exceptional
Peter, 21 Oct 2018
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2 Days on KI

We had a very nice stay and the staff were more than helpful

4/10
Poor
Verified traveler, 03 Oct 2018
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Fake hotel description

The website shows that room has two bathrooms, but actually there is only one. Also the number of beds is different from the picture showing on website. It's a terrible experience for me.

8/10
Excellent
BillyBoy, 19 May 2018
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Nice basic accommodation,. but watch just what your buying as I was a it confused and ordered a room with a shared bathroom. But the staff sorted out the issue with me nicely.

8/10
Excellent
Verified traveler, 21 Apr 2018
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Nice Hotel with sea wiews

Enjoyed our stay as we were central to many tourist attractions.

8/10
Excellent
Verified traveler, 05 Apr 2018
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Nice location close to restaurants and natural pool

8/10
Excellent
anne, 30 Mar 2018
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Booked the Baudin room which would have been ample room for four. Small spa bath in bathroom and great ocean views from this room. Even your own little terrace. Lounge. Had a microwave toaster and kettle.

8/10
Excellent
Frederic, 08 Feb 2018
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Nice but might be noisy...

Nice stay on KI, well located, but bedroom walls very thin and you can hear your neighbours snoring...

6/10
Fair
Verified traveler, 29 Jan 2018
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Uncomfortable bed, too soft.

4/10
Poor
Les, 04 Jan 2018
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Kangaroo Island stay

The hotel is pretty old. Fixtures & fittings old. Bed squeaks. Lounge seats have old used coverings. Not my preferred style. Best described as "Looks Tired". Bathroom tap was leaking. Obviously not a high priority for hotel to fix. Some (glass) doors and windows don't have curtains, so very bright from outside lighting all night. Definitively not value for money.

10/10
Exceptional
Verified traveler, 28 Dec 2017
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Highly recommended!

Very nice and helpful staff, room with beautiful view, enough space for three of us in the room. Easy walk to town and fun stroll along the beach right in front of your room. Convenient parking, comfortable room, we are very happy!

8/10
Excellent
Verified traveler, 27 Dec 2017
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Conveniently located close to town with awesome views., friendly staff. Needs new mattresses

8/10
Excellent
Verified traveler, 27 Dec 2017
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Close to beach and shops

Nice clean old motel. Beach and shops just across the street. Free unlimited wifi but a bit slow.

6/10
Fair
Fred, 24 Nov 2017
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Great service, but misleading pictures of motel.

This was a convenient motel to stay in. It was withing walking distance to restaurants and other establishments, and a pickup point for the ferry. The office people were extremely helpful, and went beyond what one could expect for service. The pictures of the motel lead one to believe it is new and updated, however once inside it is obvious that it is not, but in all fairness, they do let you know there are no bathroom facilities in your room in the write up of the place.

8/10
Excellent
Verified traveler, 14 Nov 2017
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Lovely view of the bay, walking distance to food

KI is a wonderful place, and this hotel is conveniently located in the middle-ish of the island. The staff were friendly, and the walks around town were lovely.

6/10
Fair
Steve, 12 Nov 2017
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Not bad for a short stay

The room is a good size and comfortable but lacks some bench space around the kettle area and it also could do with a full blind of curtains over the double entrance door to make the room darker in the morning as all you have is a blind that went down half way.

8/10
Excellent
Albert, 09 Nov 2017
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very expensive for shared bathroom and no breakfast.

6/10
Fair
Verified traveler, 13 Sep 2017
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Nice view, the lamp cord was broken, so couldnt turn it on

8/10
Excellent
ray, 27 Jun 2017
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nice old hotel with lovely beach views.

Got a shock on arrival, owner took several minutes to answer bell from reception..sorry, your room has shared bathroom facilities ...hmmm. But for an extra $20/ nite you can have a standard room with ensuite ..ok. Nice old motel/ guest house with lovely Seaview and opposite the beach. Short stroll into town, pier, nice pizza rest opposite. Good spot to explore the wonderful Kangaroo island. Room, bed, shower, all ok.

8/10
Excellent
Verified traveler, 07 May 2017
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No kitchen in the baudin suite. Room is ok, big enough for 4 people

10/10
Exceptional
Jan, 13 Apr 2017
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Nice location overlooking the sea

Clean, friendly, nice size rooms in the old house. The shared toilet block was like no other. Flowers, hand towels, bath mats, hair dryer etc.

10/10
Exceptional
Verified traveler, 01 Mar 2017
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Clean, great view, lovely friendly staff, close to everything in Kingscote

8/10
Excellent
sunny singh, 13 Jan 2017
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Very nice

The staff was very nice n friendly....!! Room was also good !

10/10
Exceptional
Verified traveler, 23 Nov 2016
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Sun rise across the Bay

Just a fantastic place to stay if you like chilling out and for a change a dip I the tidal swimming pool.

6/10
Fair
Keith, 18 Nov 2016
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Tiny, out of date in areas.

Make sure if you travel to KI pre book for dining out.

10/10
Exceptional
Verified traveler, 29 Oct 2016
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Stunning sea views add friendly staff

A very enjoyable stay for my first visit to Kangaroo Island. I'll certainly come back to Seaview.

8/10
Excellent
Annie, 25 Apr 2016
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Close to ocean and to town.

Older hotel kept very clean. Friendly and helpful staff. Enjoyed the ocean views from the cares right outside our door. Good value.

10/10
Exceptional
Aggie, 22 Mar 2016
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Comfortable accommodation with a brilliant view

Baudin Suite was very comfortable and spacious although furnishings were a little dated. We would certainly stay at KI Seaview Motel again!

2/10
Poor
Kwan Chong, 21 Mar 2016
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Very disappointing, did NOT deliver!

Dirty, poor attitude of cleaning staff, lack of maintenance is horrific.We stayed at Haven Marina Glenelg, same era and star rating, $10 cheaper per night, and vastly better than Seaview Motel.

8/10
Excellent
Geoffrey, 13 Mar 2016
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Pleasant location

Very satisfying vacation. No further items need be added.

8/10
Excellent
Linda, 25 Feb 2016
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Good family hotel

I stayed at this motel with my daughter and her 2 sons. We stayed in the Matthew Flinders unit which had plenty of room for a family and included a kitchenette. This suited our needs perfectly. Rooms were spacious and clean. Beds were comfortable. Staff were friendly and helpful.

6/10
Fair
Verified traveler, 16 Jan 2016
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Not a good choice

Good location for the sea view. But the room is not very clean. Poor sound proofing.

6/10
Fair
RR, 13 Jan 2016
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Good location close to CBD, It ends there.

We stayed in backpacker like room, shared shower-room but private room. Cooking was not allowed, which is disappointing as take away food are fairly expensive around town. The room has a small fridge, sink and tv, are nice addition. Shared shower-room smells quite awful as you expect for such a place. The shower-room is outside the living quarter (different building), if you are planning to have shower in the morning, get ready to feel the cold strong wind.

8/10
Excellent
Verified traveler, 11 Jan 2016
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Affordable and comfortable stay in Kingscote

Nothing fancy but good price and a good size room with everything we needed for our three days - the ocean view was a great bonus. Nothing to complain about, would recommend it to other families.

8/10
Excellent
Tracey, 07 Jan 2016
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Comfortable hotel near beach

We enjoyed our stay at the Seaview Motel. The staff were very accommodating, friendly and willing. The views from the sea facing rooms spectacular and the location to town and the tidal swimming pool fantastic. The room was a little dated but very clean and provided all that we required.

10/10
Exceptional
Verified traveler, 02 Jan 2016
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Ideal motel close to beach & shops

Greeted by friendly staff, very clean room and very comfortable. Would definitely stay again

8/10
Excellent
Verified traveler, 31 Dec 2015
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good location and easy parking

it's good to stay

6/10
Fair
belinda, 13 Dec 2015
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Holiday getawway at KI

Room cosy. Overall clean. Only problem was water was yellowish.

10/10
Exceptional
Phoebe, 05 Dec 2015
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Kingscote seaside motel

Our room was so close to the main street it was super convenient, it was the perfect place to relax and not too small. Doing day trips out from Kingscote the room was an easy place to come home and crash. Motel in general was very quiet, (probably because of off-season). Pelican feeding at the local pier was the highlight of the trip- if you see this hilarious and entertaining experience, don't skimp out of the $5 per person donation- the guy buys the fish out of his own pocket! Beaches and local tourist destinations are very close.

6/10
Fair
Verified traveler, 17 Oct 2015
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Stayed in a 2 bedroom- 1 with queen, other with 3 singles. Also a kitchen with oven and dining/lounge area. Was up outdoor stairs and like timewarping back to the 70s. All clean though. Barely any wifi coverage in this room. Central to shops/hotel. DVD collection is bad.

10/10
Exceptional
Cathy, 23 Feb 2015
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Facilities: Above average; Value: Great deal; Service: Professional, Good, Friendly; Cleanliness: Beautiful;

10/10
Exceptional
BS, 28 Dec 2014
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Facilities: Good; Value: Affordable; Service: Outstanding; Cleanliness: Immaculate;

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