We Stayed in two bed apartment overlooking pool, arrived at night (11pm) and keys were left hanging at front door of reception as no one was there. Fortunately they must have heard us on arrival and came out to show us to our room which I am certain we would not have found because it is pitch black at night. First impression when we entered room was very under whelming. rinky dink furniture two couches that looked like they had been in a bachelor pad for a decade too long stains all over them, I was reluctant to let the kids sit on them. TV was tiny, the whole living area had tiled floor and was very sparse and not what I would expect for $ 340 night. The small kitchen was quite ok with fridge oven and dishwasher, Beds at least had clean sheets but I was not so sure about the bed covers being clean. In all the apartment and rooms lacked any warmth or comfort that I expect in a place charging these rates. We had friends staying in the normal rooms and they had same furniture but rooms seemed slightly better furnished but still way out dated. My wife and our friends were kept awake at night on two occasions by roudy parties at the motel. One good thing about the motel is the exterior garden and pool areas are kept in good condition. I have read some other reviews talking this place up but for the price we paid I expect a lot more than what they have. We would not stay there again, as there is a lot better value out there.

More like a resort, great managers, resort style pool, lovely grounds, short stroll to beach,lake & town.
A real gem on the Central Coast, would recommend to anyone wanting to stay in this area.

Despite stating that the motel is only five minutes from shops - it is a long, long five minutes. You will need them too, as this "motel" does not cater for breakfast, unless you call a paper bag of cereal and a slice of bread collected at the time of booking in and costing you extra. Don't leave until morning either. At 8.00pm reception closes and there appears to be no one on the premises. Security is an issue as the stairs and access to rooms are at the back of the building and are poorly lit. Judging by the security card stuffed into the office door, the buildings are checked sparodically through the night.

We were pleasantly surprised at this property. The room was very spacious with loads of facilities and a kitchenette. It was very clean and comfortable. We had a nice balcony overlooking the pool and garden area and also beyond that, the road, but despite that it wasn't too noisy. The bed was comfy and we slept very well. The main restaurants etc are in the town on the beach front but that wasn't a problem. It was our first time to Terrigal and we really liked it.