About Black Rock House
Housed in a redbrick Victorian villa, the five-star Black Rock House is an upscale bed and breakfast style accommodation that is only 10 minutes from the seafront.
There are four guestrooms that come with en suite bathrooms in addition to Wi-Fi access, flat-screen television with DVD player, mini-fridge, hairdryer, tea/coffee making equipment, in-room safe, and bathrobes.
Black Rock House has a guest lounge with fireplace and newspapers, terrace, laundry services, and luggage storage. There is also late checkout and parking permits for guests with a vehicle.
Every breakfast at this hotel is freshly cooked with locally sourced ingredients. Chefs can offer vegetarian options as well as cater to special dietary requirements upon prior notice.
Several activities are within walking distance of the property including the beach, Alexandra Park, and the Old Town, which has a mix of antiques, art galleries, and craft shops to browse.
Positive Reviews
positive:
Pleasant staff really makes a difference.
Staff members at this accommodation really go out of their way to make every stay enjoyable and that effort makes a huge impact on visitors. With attentive service and friendly personalities, the employees are a large part of why stays are high quality.
positive:
Rooms are finished to a high standard.
Guestrooms at this accommodation are clean and bright, according to reviewers. There's plenty of great decor and modern facilities that give each room a fresh feeling that residents find easy to be comfortable in.
positive:
Food is often a highlight.
The breakfasts that are offered at Black Rock House are truly a gourmet experience. These morning meals are delicious and with plenty to choose from they are popular with nearly every guest.
Negative Reviews
negative:
Location is not very convenient.
Black Rock House is not in the most convenient spot for exploring the area on foot. This is because while it is only a short walk into town, the walk entails climbing some steep hills that are not well suited for every person.
negative:
Guestrooms can be stuffy at times.
Ventilation is a bit of an issue in the rooms at this hotel. Due to a lack of fans and windows that many people find hard to open the rooms can be a bit stuffy during warmer seasons.
negative:
Complaints in reviews are rare.
Most of the reviews of Black Rock House contain few negatives. Travellers researching this property won't find much in the way of complaints, and most that are found are admittedly minor issues.