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Crowne Plaza Hotel Coogee Beach - Sydney: Traveller Reviews

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242 Arden Street, Coogee, New South Wales 2034, Australia
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Crowne Plaza Hotel Coogee Beach - Sydney
4.0 of 5 stars 181 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Ocean views(6)
  • Really nice(4)
  • Room service(4)
  • Priority Club(4)
  • Great location(3)
  • Flat screen(3)
  • Wireless internet(3)
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Southampton
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
“Who wants to stay in Sydney CBD”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 January 2012
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We have stayed in Sydney twice before in the CBD and decided to go for something different and so decided on the Crowne Plazza. We selected a Sea View Room, very glad we did as the view from the balcony was very relaxing.

We arrived at 11:00 as we had an early flight from Melbourne and thought we would just leave our bags until check in time. However the great staff on reception were able to allocate us a room and we checked in straight away.

Room clean and spacious with a bed looking straight out to sea, and a desk behind. Balcony was great with a fully opening door for easy access.

Room cleaning was great, we did go back one afternoon at around 3 and the room had not been made up. I spoke to the front desk staff and they said rooms were made up till 4:30, however they sent a maid up straight away to service the room.

We had a late flight on the last day and as we were club member (free to join) we could have the room until 2PM for no extra charge. They even provided a cost effective shuttle back to the aiprort.

We would stay again, would suggest a sea view room, would ask for one looking straight out o sea. Not sure what the rear facing rooms are like.

Did not eat in the Hotel Restaurant as many good places to eat around town Moo Burgers very good. We did have a couple of picnics in the room (there is a Fridge / Bar in the room).

  • Stayed February 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 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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Leanne Graham, General Manager at Crowne Plaza Hotel Coogee Beach - Sydney, responded to this review
2 February 2012
Thank you for your recent feedback. The views from our Ocean View Rooms are quite spectacular at any time of the year and it is pleasing to note, that you found the Coogee vista restful. I hope to welcome you back to Crowne Plaza Coogee Beach in the near future and suggest that next time you’re here to sample the menu at Bluesalt Restaurant - another excellent dining option in Coogee.
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Canberra, Australia
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32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
“Good quality hotel in a great position”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2012

We stayed there with 2 teenagers so had two rooms which we wanted colocated. they were able to arrage this no fuss. Lovely people at reception helpful anf friendly.
The rooms were top class, spotlessly clean and very comfortable beds.
Great position overlooking the beach and close to restaurants and shopping in the village.
The gym was dissapointing as there were only 2 machines working, and there is no working spa at the swimming pool, but the pool was spotlessly clean. For help at the pool, they ask you to ring 9, but no one answered despite trying for about 15 minutes...you wouldn't want to be drowning !!!!!

Overall, a high quality hotel in a nice position, would recommend it highly.

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled with family
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Leanne Graham, General Manager at Crowne Plaza Hotel Coogee Beach - Sydney, responded to this review
18 January 2012
Thank you for your recent feedback. I was pleased to note that you were impressed with our check-in service, hotel position, guest room facilities and the general ambience of the hotel on your recent stay with us. Our gym facilities are limited so we do have a partnership with a fantastic local gym for those who wish to maximize their workout! Again thanks for this review, I hope to welcome you and your family back to Crowne Plaza Coogee Beach in the near future.
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17 reviews 17 reviews
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“a Mixed bag”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 January 2012

You can't beat the view and location, and the views and rooms are suburb, if you are facing the right direction. It also has a lovely pool and bar. I would not however go out of my way to eat here, when there are beautiful cafes and restaurants of much higher quality within seconds walk. Also the service was a mixed bag, most were incredibly helpful whilst one staff member seemed to go out of her way to be dismissive, whilst smiling at me.

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled with family
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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Leanne Graham, General Manager at Crowne Plaza Hotel Coogee Beach - Sydney, responded to this review
18 January 2012
Thank you for your positive review. We’re very fortunate to have both wonderful views and food options within the hotel and throughout the general Coogee area and I’m pleased to read that you sampled some of the local fare. I look forward to welcoming you back to the Crowne Plaza Coogee Beach soon.
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Fantastic, they are really service minded”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 January 2012

We are a family of 4 with two kids 11 and 9, and stayed for 5 nights. We are award members but booked online not using points and were pleasantly surprised to receive an free upgrade when we checked in. The staff were EXCELLENT- at reception, on the concierge, even on the phone (when I spoke to housekeeping). They were friendly and there seemed to be a genuine 'we are here to help' attitude.
Our room (for 4) overlooked the pool and had a balcony- we couldn't have asked for more. Breakfast was fresh and plentiful- use the Coastal walk or a jog along the beach to burn off the calories!! Loads of fabulous restaurants in the area, the Banana Palm is one of our favourites, just around the corner from the hotel for a great BYO Vietnamese.
One small gripe was that the gyms machines seemed to be a little outdated... and one was out of order completely so that effectively there was only a bike and a treadmill to use. They definitely need replacing. We did enjoy the tennis court with the kids and of course the pool (very clean) so all was not lost.
Parking at $25 per night was a little pricey we felt- hotel guests should have that included. It adds up when that cost is tacked onto the bill.
All in all an excellent stay in a fantastic location.

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled with family
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 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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Leanne Graham, General Manager at Crowne Plaza Hotel Coogee Beach - Sydney, responded to this review
16 January 2012
Thank you for your wonderful review. Our staff do a great job here at Crowne Plaza Coogee Beach, I’ll certainly pass on this positive feedback. I’ve noted your comments regarding the gym and parking and was delighted to read that this didn’t deter you from having an ‘excellent stay’. I look forward to welcoming you back to Crowne Plaza Coogee Beach, very soon.
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Melbourne, Australia
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18 reviews 18 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Excellent location with great staff”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 January 2012
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My friend and I arrived about midday and were able to check in immediately. We had pre-booked and the check in staff member gave us an option to upgrade to either 'pool view' or 'ocean view', both of which had balconies, for some extra money (our booking was 'village view' with no balcony). We opted to pay $30 extra per night for pool view instead of $80 per night for ocean view - and it turned out we had a view of most of Coogee beach anyway even from the 2nd floor!
Rooms were fine in size, the bathroom a little dated but clean and functional. Beds were comfortable and noise an absoluted minimum.

Room Tip: Choose pool view and you should get a good view of the ocean anyway for less money.
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  • Stayed January 2012, travelled with friends
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Leanne Graham, General Manager at Crowne Plaza Hotel Coogee Beach - Sydney, responded to this review
18 January 2012
Thank you for your great feedback on your recent stay with us at Crowne Plaza Coogee Beach. As noted in your review we’re well positioned, located directly across the road from the beach. And, yes the pool view rooms are good value for money as they offer a wonderful view. Again thank you for your review, I look forward to welcoming you back to the Crowne Plaza Coogee Beach soon.
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Address: 242 Arden Street, Coogee, New South Wales 2034, Australia
Price range (per night):* 184 AUD - 453 AUD

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