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Grand Chifley Adelaide: Traveller Reviews

4.5 of 5
208 South Terrace, Adelaide, South Australia 5000, Australia (Formerly Hotel 208)
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Grand Chifley Adelaide
Ranked #28 of 73 accommodation in Adelaide
3.5 of 5 stars 114 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Free tram(4)
  • Nice hotel(4)
  • Executive room(4)
  • Great view(3)
  • Very good(3)
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Brisbane, Australia
Top Contributor
77 reviews 77 reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
40 helpful votes 40 helpful votes
“Good check-in service and good value”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 January 2012

After a day out in the intense summer sun it was so nice to walk into the cool foyer with crisp and attentive service....they even ask you if there is anything more you would like to know about the hotel and surrounds (after they have given you a quick overview). and crisp foyer of this hotel.

This remains an old hotel but a lot of effort has gone into rennovating it and trying to make it as pleasant as possible for guests. Its not really that convienient to the popular restaurant area BUT this hotel has a nice restaurant of its own. The other thing that I thought was different and could be of benefit to some is the ability to buy essentials and snacks from reception. In your room you will find a brochure that tells you that they sell anything from cheese and crackers, noodles, deodorant and condoms.... to name a few things. So the moral of this hotel is that they try to do their best and try to offer a great service!

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled solo
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Damian Gillings, Guest Relations Manager at Grand Chifley Adelaide, responded to this review
24 January 2012
Dear Jmkel

Thankyou for providing a review of your recent stay and I am pleased it was enoyable.

Your comments are most appreciated and have been shared with our valued team along with a general "well done" to all.

I am also pleased to report that a further upgrade of the premises is currently underway and encompasses all standard rooms on floors 1 to 5. This is due for completion early February 2012.

We look forward to welcoming you back when next you stay.

Kind Regards

Damian Gillings
Executive Assistant Manager
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clare australia
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“nice and calm hotel in a manic city”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 January 2012

dues to flight issues we were fortunate to be put up courtesy of the airline in the grand chifley, the foyer is large and spacious, the checkin process was very simple, they serve meals in your room or at their restaurant, and can store your luggage for you. very friendly staff

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Damian Gillings, Guest Relations Manager at Grand Chifley Adelaide, responded to this review
5 February 2012
Dear KayKev08

Thankyou for providing a review of your recent stay which I am pleased you enjoyed.

Guest reviews are important to us and future guests and are regularly reviewed as we seek to continuously improve our services.

We look forward to welcoming you back when next you stay.

Kind Regards

Damian Gillings
Executive Assistant Manager
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Auckland Central, New Zealand
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
“Rooms immaculate, comfortable, well appointed.”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2012

Stayed here 3 nights. The room had recently been refurbished and it showed. It was extremely comfortable with an efficient air conditioner, essential in the heat wave in Jan 2012 - up to 42C on some days! The housekeeping was faultless, the rooms cleaned beautifully every morning. It was just South of city centre but a few minutes walk to the tram stop, walking distance to good bars and restaurants. Found the reception staff efficient and helpful, especially ehen the air conditioner stopped working on hot evening. The receptionist herself came up to check and managed to repair it by changing the batteries on the remote. Thats great service! Did not get a chance to eat in so can't rate the food.

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Damian Gillings, Guest Relations Manager at Grand Chifley Adelaide, responded to this review
17 January 2012
Dear AB095

Thankyou for choosing to stay at Grand Chifley Adelaide and writing a review. I am pleased you enjoyed your stay.

Your comments have been shared with our staff and they have also been commended for their assistance in regard to the airconditioning remote battery issue.

We look forward to welcoming you back when next you stay.

Kind Regards

Damian Gillings
Executive Assistant Manager
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Sydney, Australia
2 reviews
“No pool”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2012

We were very happy with our stayhere but were very surprised that there was no pool. We booked this holiday as a mystery hotel via lastminute.com.au . If we knew it did not have a pool we would not have booked here when we knew how hot it gets at this time of year. Other than that the level of service & quaility was very good.

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Damian Gillings, Guest Relations Manager at Grand Chifley Adelaide, responded to this review
8 January 2012
Dear Allenbrady

Thankyou for choosing to stay at Grand Chifley Adelaide and providing a review.

I am sorry to hear that our staff do not appear to have informed you of the options in relation to the pools in our property portfolio on South Terrace. There are two pools available for guests at any of our three adjoining properties - Grand Chifley Adelaide, Chifley on South Terrace and Country Comfort Adelaide. One pool is located at the rear of the Chifley on South Terrace and the other at Country Comfort Adelaide. Guests are welcome to use either of the pools, regardless of which property they are located in.

I am pleased you did however enjoy your stay and apologise that you were not fully informed of the amenities available.

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Damian Gillings
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Whyalla, Australia
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“Good short stay”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 January 2012

Stayed here for just one night on the way to a flight. Was happy with our stay. Was cheap in comparison to other accommodation so was happy with what we got. Ordered room service which was tasty. Free parking which is always a plus. Would stay here again as a stop-over.

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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8 January 2012
Dear Sparklysuz

Thankyou for choosing to stay at Grand Chifley Adelaide and providing a review. I am pleased your stay was enjoyable.

We look forward to welcoming you back when next you stay.

Kind Regards

Damian Gillings
Executive Assistant Manager
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Address: 208 South Terrace, Adelaide, South Australia 5000, Australia (Formerly Hotel 208)
Price range (per night):* 122 AUD - 225 AUD

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