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The Crays Accommodation: Traveller Reviews

59 The Esplanade, Strahan, Tasmania, Australia
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The Crays Accommodation
4.0 of 5 stars 33 Reviews
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Castlemaine, Australia
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Praise for The Crays... Photos...words... just don't do it... but I'll try!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 December 2011
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In all the tens of thousands of kms I've travelled around our big island--and now more kms recently on this extraordinary island, Tasmania--my stay at The Crays in Innes Street, Strahan, in Nov 2011 was a standout. Despite being lovingly maintained inside and the gardens outside, sadly, a drive by does not reveal the 'tucked away' excellence of the Crays' accommodation. Great location: A couple of minutes walk to all major tourist facilities and shops. Immaculately clean and extremely spacious throughout. Comfortable bed/bedding; heating; plenty of power points and lighting options--all terrific--along with a well equipped kitchen and laundry; and the convenience of an undercover carport adjacent to the entry; pleasant places to sit or eat outside. The fresh flowers that greeted me as I turned the key in the door expressed the warmth and hospitality to be found here. (Altogether it is more like arriving at the comfortable home and guest accommodation of good friends!) While in Strahan don't miss the Wilderness Railway or Cruise trips which were excellent value, but how I wish I had known about (owners of The Crays) Megs & Trevor Norton's comfortable and roomy yacht, Stormbreaker, and overnighting up the Gordon River...next time...I'll be back to The Crays and hopefully, Stormbreaker. Marilyn

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  • Stayed November 2011, travelled solo
    • 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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Australia
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“An average stay”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 November 2011
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Our accommodation was spacious and reasonably comfortable : the bed wasn't the best and one of the couches was very uncomfortable as it was not the best quality and had 'sunk' on the edge. There is a very minimal supply of 'extras' - tea, instant coffee, milk and sugar - that's it! One small tablet of soap.
No real view - except of other units.
There are a number of 'do's and don't' signs on the walls which made us feel like we were suppposed to clean the unit when we left - "We love it when our guests wash up and take the rubbish out" to which we were tempted to reply that we love not having to do that on a holiday.
The towels were small and the shower was poorly designed - when you turn around it is too easy to inadvertently turn the taps and scald yourself.
Over all we didn't experience a level of comfort that we would expect for what we paid - would prefer to stay somewhere else next time.

  • Stayed November 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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“Why The Crays?”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 September 2011

The Crays is a great choice, and as the key turns in the lock it feels like 'coming home'.

We arrived late, frosty Strahan welcolmed us with open arms and as we approached our destination mother nature was at her best.

Across from the wilderness setting with it's immaculate gardens, azaleas and camillas flowing from their branches is the amazing Macquarie Harbour, with the sheer beauty making for a perfect location.

The Villas provide a generous space with room to move, and to say they are clean is an understatement! Megs and her team of friendly loyal staff sing the praises of their beloved establishment with pride and experiencing the hard work and efforts that are invested in maintaining the high standard is absolutely worthwhile.

We had been to Strahan before and had enjoyed the harbour cruise and train trip, however this time we just wanted to relax and take in the ambience which is in plentiful supply at 'The Crays'.

The walk to the nearby waterful and if inclined dinner at Risby Cove is all close by, and once you have parked the car beneath the convinient undercover park provided not much more is required.

Thank you Megs and Wendy for preparing a yummy feast of crayfish and providing an amazing experience that will sustain us till next time!

Mary Adelaide

  • Stayed August 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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MMNStrahanTasmania, Owner at The Crays Accommodation, responded to this review
13 September 2011
Thank you so much for letting us know that you enjoyed your stay with us in Strahan at The Crays Accommodation. It is really pleasing to hear that our pride in the business shows, and is appreciated.
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Ballina, Australia
2 reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Best stay in Tasmania”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2011
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Clean, spacious, well equipped self contained unit with sunny sheltered outside area, comfy bed, huge bathroom, and the friendliest service by managers who know just what a traveler needs. No doubt about it - we will be back.

Set in scenic Strahan - the gateway to the wild Gordon River and historic Macquarie Harbour. Magic scenery of lush green forests, wild ocean beaches, and a village dating back to the earliest settlement of Tasmania. The Crays management know just how to arrange a fabulous visit. Thank you Megs and Trevor Norton

  • Stayed May 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 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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“I'd stay again without hesitation”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2011

A fantastic friendly, personal booking experience over the phone.

A very well appointed, large, spotlessly clean room with everything we needed. Self serve laundry on site. We had apartment 2.

An easy stroll to the pier and the pub -- along the waterside all the way.

Not too commercial. Undercover parking for the motorcycle - at the door.

No reason to even consider looking elsewhere. I'll be here again.

  • Stayed March 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 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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59 The Esplanade, Strahan, Tasmania, Australia
Price range (per night):* 123 AUD - 226 AUD

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