About City Beach
Featuring straightforward budget accommodation 0.7 miles from the Wollongong Beach, City Beach includes free and secure undercover parking, as well as offering the availability of on-site tennis courts to rent.
Rooms come with basic amenities like a toaster, microwave and fridge. Additional conveniences include a flat screen TV and small kitchen. Spa baths can be found in the suites.
Guests will find a shared terrace and climate control throughout the property, as well as the convenience of laundry facilities. Fax and photocopying services can be found at the front desk.
There is no on-site restaurant at City Beach, however the small kitchen offers enough utensils and cookware to prepare home-cooked meals. For the best Lebanese food, visitors can try Harbour Street, within a two-minute walk.
Wollongong Train Station, Hospital, and WIN Stadium are a short drive from the motel, and those visiting the University of Wollongong will find an easy ten-minute drive.
Positive Reviews
positive:
Its a great location
Most visitors felt this location was hard to beat. You will find the beautiful city beach less than a five-minute walk, the train station is in the vicinity, and the free shuttle will take you to the array of excellent restaurants and shopping centres in the area.
positive:
Ideal for the budget consious
The room rate is pretty impressive if you are watching what you spend closely. Guests found the no frills, no fuss approach meant they had all the basics they needed without all the bells and whistles adding to the cost.
positive:
Staff always willing to assist
The front desk offers extra-long hours of operation, and are always willing and able to help guests with the queries. Whether you require a later than usual check-in, or you are new to the area, and need advice on where the nearby local attractions are, the staff will gladly be of assistance.
Negative Reviews
negative:
Old and dated
Shabby bed linen, faulty appliances, and fixtures and fittings that are in need of replacement are what guests have reported after their stay at the motel. Guests also complained about the rooms smelling like old cigarette smoke combined with air freshener spray.
negative:
Moldy bathrooms
Be careful when you move about in the bathrooms. There have been several reports of cracked tiles, sharp edges, and mould on the roof and between the tiles. Many guests chose to do a deep clean with their own cleaning materials.
negative:
Too dimly lit
The staircase is quite dim, so if you struggle to see well, particularly at night, then you should bring some extra light in the form of a torch to make sure you get back to your room without tripping on something unforeseen.