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Catalina
Province of Malaga, Spain

Prime position for beach bunnies

4.0 of 5 bubblesReviewed 15 Feb 2020
This hotel is on a prime position for Coolum beach .
You literally just cross the road and you are on the boardwalk and the beach .
The rooms are comfortable and well equipped there iare two pools ( one for small children ) which iare warm albeit a bit noisy .There are various restaurants right next door .Its also ( although I didn’t see it has its own kitchen facilities for those who wish to do their own food ) The staff were very friendly and kept our luggage for us before and after we had checked out until we left Coolum later on .
Date of stay: February 2020
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Reviewed 28 December 2019 via mobile

Lovely view of the beach from our top floor unit. No oven in the kitchen but well equipped otherwise. Bed comfortable. We always try to travel with our own pillows where possible. The unit was very adequate but a little tired. It will need a refurbishment in the foreseeable future. Friendly staff on check in and great location for coffee and restaurants. Beach access across the road! We had to park outside the first night but moved our vehicle inside the next morning. Never found an ironing board if one existed but no other hassles.

Date of stay: December 2019
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Reviewed 9 November 2019

I'm also surprised by some of the negative reviews about this place! We made a last minute decision to stay in Coolum for our last night in the Sunshine Coast. We rocked up to reception and I bombarded Amber with questions and asked to see some different room types before booking in, and she was more than accommodating. We were chuffed with our 1BR Apartment with washer and drier, spa bath, balcony..! There were also ocean view rooms available. There's a pool and sauna which we loved. Rooms are clean and seem reasonably new. We managed to get a free park easily, however it does clearly state that it's subject to availability and not guaranteed. Right across the road from the beach and next to some great restaurants with $10 cocktails during happy hour. We rented a surfboard overnight just down the road for $20.. A perfect way to end our trip and I really cannot complain!

Date of stay: November 2019
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Reviewed 5 November 2019

Excellent customer service! I’m dumbfounded by the less-than-complimentary comments about the customer experience as mine was absolutely top notch. The staff could not have been more friendly or helpful and special mention for David who provided first-rate customer service and all with a genuine smile. We have no hesitation in highly recommending this place and don’t believe the negative reviews.

Room tip: Most rooms (possibly all) have a great sea view - rooms away from the sea front will be quieter (as the waves crash quite noisily)
Date of stay: November 2019
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Thank Ian S
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Reviewed 4 November 2019 via mobile

This Resort is situated on the Esplanade with lovely views. That’s about the only positive for our stay. We found the staff unfriendly, and unapproachable. The bed was very hard and pillows were so thin! A very disappointing stay :(

Date of stay: November 2019
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Reviewed 25 October 2019

Words are not enough to express what a wonderful holiday you can have at Beach Retreat. All staff are amazing, welcoming and make you feel at home. Facilities in the rooms are more than adequate and very clean. Beds are extremely comfortable and kitchen contains everything needed to cook a meal. Clubs and restaurants are within walking distance. Cafes are open early for coffee and breakfast. Beach is a 2 min walk across the road.The best holiday accomodation in Coolum.

Room tip: All rooms have a great outlook.
Date of stay: October 2019
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