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Reviews of Best Western City Sands 4 stars

Cnr Bank & Corrimal Street, 2500 Wollongong, Australia

#27 of 48 hotels in Wollongong

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 1575 hotel reviews

8.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.5

  • Comfort

    8.6

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    8.2

  • Staff

    8.9

  • Value for money

    8.0

  • Free WiFi

    8.1

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  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    8.0
    Lovely hotel rooms and grounds but spoiled as I was unable to access or use the restaurant in the l.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Unfortunately the lift was not working when I stayed and I had a swollen knee injury. That evening I couldn’t access the restaurant because the doors to the first floor was locked I proceeded to the ground floor and could not gain access. I rang the bell but no one answered do I had to walk up to the second floor returning to my room.

    The rooms and reception staff checking in and out were brilliant, Unfortunately the lift was not working when I stayed when I went

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment with Ocean View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    When booking it does show they provide parking but we were not informed that they sell their parking spaces when an event is on at the stadium down the road. So there was no space for us. We were told come back later to park our car. I’m assuming when the event was over and this was in the evening. The streets were filled with cars so no parking on the street. It just sucked that the receptionist had an oh well not their problem attitude (in a nice voice) That first interaction set the tone of our experience that impacted our plans. A solution could be to reserve some parking spaces for staying guests. Maybe a couple of orange cones and a reserved for guest signs.

    It’s a nice and clean place to stay. Staff including bar staff are nice. My first experience staying with best western. It is apart of the golf club so there were golfers out in the morning which I didn’t mind. Nice waking up to the ocean view. We were informed of an elevator issue which was fixed when we had arrived.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2024

    8.0
    great stay for one night and great golf course
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    parking closer to the entrance to unload car

    If you have a golfer in the family this is a great location. Nice relaxed eating options very accessible course and super comfy beds.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    9.0
    Good spot if the lift works.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The lift didn’t work.

    Nice location on the southern edge of the city with good views to the ocean and south.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    9.0
    Very happy with everything about our stay will definitely be back for our next trip to the gong.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment with Ocean View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Undercover parking was the only thing we would have usually asked for but we were very happy with secure outdoor parking

    Loved the location, loved the view. Room was large with everything we needed and very clean. We used the golf course and club facilities and enjoyed the beach everyday as well.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2024

    9.0
    We had a quick, overnight stay. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable. The room had everything we needed and was com
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    The room was clean and comfortable. It was extremely spacious. Staff were friendly.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment with Ocean View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No elevator.

    Nice rooms, nice pub, nice views.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 March 2024

    8.0
    We were quite happy with our stay other than the lift, breakfast & parking critique.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Lifts not working was the major disappointment. Whilst we were made aware of this prior to arrival it was too late to look for other suitable accommodation. On-line led us to believe that breakfast was available on site but this proved to be incorrect. Perhaps a few parking spaces could be reserved for those staying overnight or longer as depending on when you arrive it can be quite a walk from your vehicle to Reception.

    Location, friendly staff, staff assisted with carrying luggage to & from room. Location was fine for what we required. Discount was given for problems listed below. Other than "What we didn't like" below we were satisfied with the accommodation.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2024

    9.0
    Will always visit again
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Everything was perfect

    Location

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No toaster and no furniture on balcony

    Beds were comfortable and apartment was spacious.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2024

    8.0
    Amazing views and a relaxed environment
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment with Ocean View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Walking up the stairs coz the elevator was broken

    The views were amazing, property was clean.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2024

    8.0
    Great view
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment with Ocean View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The lift didn't work and no compensation was offered. There was a forewarning that the lift would be under maintenance while we were there and that came with the offer of free cancellation, but there was no offer of a free meal or drink or room discount or upgrade or anything for choosing to still stay which was disappointing.

    The view from our room over the golf course to the ocean was amazing. The friendliest of.the staff was fantastic.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2024

    8.0
    Great location. Friendly staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    Room was expensive. Bedroom door couldn't be shut due to damaged door jam mechanism. Dining furniture and kitchen needed updating.

    Great location Bar and restaurant very good

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 March 2024

    8.0
    Nice accommodation, well located. Reasonably prices
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment with Ocean View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The lift wasnt working and we were onlynadvised after we had paid a non refundable tariff

    Location cleanliness and furniture and fittings

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 March 2024

    7.0
    Very good apart from the above.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment with Ocean View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lift is broken and having to traverse 2 floors using fire escape stairwells that look like they haven’t been cleaned since the building opened. Stark contrast to the rest of the building which is so well presented. We had to carry our bags down 2 floors. Thankfully a kind young employee did take them up for us. Restaurant closed on Monday and Tuesday nights. I understand that this can happen but no prior warning was given and we were greeted with a sign saying CLOSED.

    Position and cleanliness plus facilities for the most part. The young man who carried our cases upstairs.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 March 2024

    9.0
    Enjoyable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment with Mountain View
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Sadly the lift wasn’t working, of which we were aware of prior to arriving. Sadly our friends we had arranged the trip with were unable to stay with us due to not being able to manage the stairs. However, On the positive side it kept us fit !!! Ha ha!

    Unfortunately we didn’t have breakfast at your venue as we had a tournament to get to, so we provided our own breakfast in the room for no other reason than we had to be up & out. However, we did manage to have a lunch & dinner on occasions and was very happy with the service & quality of the food.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 March 2024

    9.0
    Great location, close to town and stunning views.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment with Mountain View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location, close to town and stunning views.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 March 2024

    8.0
    Good and comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment with Ocean View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rooms needs to be renovated and minor details like curtains were torn or wood or doors needs to be fixed

    The location and views was mesmerising

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 February 2024

    8.0
    Great location and friendly staff. Would still recommend this place, as any minor cleaning issues and decor can be adjus
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment with Mountain View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    1) Elevator had been broken for some time, like a month or so. Not clear why it was offline for so long. 2) The cleaning staff were very attentive at bedding changes, towels and cleaning the dishes, but oddly never vacuumed. We had found some missed cookies under a table, so we moved the table to make it obvious to see, but those items remained there during the entire 4 nights we were there. Not a show stopper, just odd. 3) The rooms are large and all white, thought they could use a decorative touch. The furniture seemed out of place given the size of the rooms, made the room look very sparse. No wall paintings or colour schemes. A tv in the bedroom would also be a great addition.

    Golf course, hotel, bar and restaurant combination and the size of the rooms. Great staff, very friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2024

    8.0
    Great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment with Ocean View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Good price, room was lovely. Paid for the ocean view room and it was amazing. Had dinner at the restaurant and it was delicious and reasonably priced, also with beautiful views.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 February 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Accommodation needs a bit of attention. A bit sterile

    Location is great.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 February 2024

    7.0
    We have stayed here before and would stay here again as it was perfect for our week of golf
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment with Ocean View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We were told in advance the lift wasn’t working but it was very tiring climbing up and down the stairs all the time.

    Location was perfect

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment with Mountain View
    • Stayed 1 night

    walking distance to main shopping area

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 February 2024

    8.0
    A beautiful place with a great view.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment with Ocean View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The lift was not operational meaning climbing up and down the stairs. Mattresses are always a personal preference but we found the mattress very soft and uncomfortable.

    The view from the room was an uninterrupted of the ocean.

    Stayed in February 2024

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