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Reviews of Sonbern Lodge Motel 4 stars

18 John Terrace, 5556 Wallaroo, Australia

#11 of 19 hotels in Wallaroo

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Review score

Based on 551 hotel reviews

8.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.7

  • Comfort

    8.5

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    8.1

  • Staff

    8.9

  • Value for money

    8.5

  • Free WiFi

    8.1

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  • Reviewed: 8 November 2021

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Family Room - Upstairs
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No lounge to sit on.

    Good location and nice people

    Stayed in November 2021

  • Reviewed: 5 November 2021

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Shower temp was a little tricky to get right.

    Beautiful lead-lighting in windows. Needs were super comfy. Perfect for our needs.

    Stayed in October 2021

  • Reviewed: 4 November 2021

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Staff was a little abrupt on check-in and also they weren't clear as to what they needed from us. Payment for the room wasn't discussed and no invoice and receipt (work travel) was provided.

    Location was perfect, central to just about everything.

    Stayed in October 2021

  • Reviewed: 4 November 2021

    8.0
    Second time I have stayed there. Very comfortable, clean, good location. Close to everything.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Towels were looking a bit thin.

    I was at the Sonbern Lodge for two nights. I did not eat in the dining room. The location was ideal for my needs. I was visiting friends in Wallaroo.

    Stayed in October 2021

  • Reviewed: 2 November 2021

    8.0
    Pleasant and short stay .
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Shower screen door was a little faulty. But that’s me being picky .

    Stayed for work . Arrived late . Staff was good . Helpful enough. Was a pleasant short stay . I was recommended the waroona hotel for a feed by the staff and the chicken parmi did not disappoint!

    Stayed in October 2021

  • Reviewed: 1 November 2021

    9.0
    Very enjoyable and location location location
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night

    Looking a bit tired, but that's probably the charm of the place. Carpets are warm, but I think I would prefer floorboards. I know there's no dust coming up from there and it's easier to see spills and dirty patches.

    The stairs are a little steep, but I'm not at that age yet that I had trouble. I did like the balcony, very nice options for groups of people. It's a very tidy and safe location, I would be happy to stay here each time I come to Wallaroo. Nice and central location

    Stayed in October 2021

  • Reviewed: 20 October 2021

    7.0
    Suited our needs
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Studio
    • Stayed 1 night

    Lack of sound proofing between adjoining rooms.

    Stayed in October 2021

  • Reviewed: 18 October 2021

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Family Room - Upstairs
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The beds were not very comfortable especially the double bed.. way too hard.. bathroom a little small..

    The location was great, loved the balcony, loved the set up..

    Stayed in October 2021

  • Reviewed: 12 October 2021

    7.0
    Good Clean value for money premises. Breakfast Old world Charm great food
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Rooms a little tired

    breakfast Great

    Stayed in October 2021

  • Reviewed: 11 October 2021

    7.0
    It was a comfortable place to sleep, no attractions onsite at the lodge
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Studio with Kitchenette
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bathroom could have been cleaner, it doesn't take much effort to clean grouting

    The location is closed se to everything in the town, an easy walk to shopping and cafes

    Stayed in October 2021

  • Reviewed: 10 October 2021

    8.0
    Old world in a great way
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    I loved it. It's old and they've retained that old look in a good way. We don't always need everything looking the same. It's like stepping back in time, but the good thing is you don't have to walk down a long passage to get to the shared bathroom. My room had a great ensuite bathroom. Excellent shower with great pressure. Fresh milk in a cute bottle for my coffee in morning. I'd stay again and probably will as I do the Wallaroo Markets once a month.

    Stayed in October 2021

  • Reviewed: 5 October 2021

    9.0
    A truly restful holiday.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Studio with Kitchenette
    • Stayed 3 nights

    My husband and I needed a break more than we thought we did! It was lovely and comfortable at the Lodge. We walked around Wallaroo alot, visited the Copper Coastal towns and relaxed back at the Lodge. It was a lovely restful long weekend.

    Stayed in October 2021

  • Reviewed: 30 September 2021

    8.0
    No complains.
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room - Disability Access
    • Stayed 1 night

    Bed too soft.

    Everything is OK. I didn't have enough time to lounge into other services offered by the hotel. Maybe next time.

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: 26 September 2021

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Family Room - Upstairs
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Location was very good.

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: 10 September 2021

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Family Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Tissue box covers - haven for germs and very outdated Keep it simple and clean it’s all that’s needed

    Location and clean and quiet

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: 9 September 2021

    7.0
    Overall good value.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Would have been a 5 star except for noise levels from the room above us.

    Nice rooms, very good for a short stay. Liked the mix of old school decor and more modern comfort.

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: 5 September 2021

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Family Room - Upstairs
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only a one night stay so nothing in particular!

    Great room size, good facilities for the time we needed.

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: 3 September 2021

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    N/A

    The room was clean and comfortable, in a good location.

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2021

    8.0
    Happy holiday destination
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Studio with Kitchenette
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Unfortunately the water supply to the shower was intermittently hot or cold, no amount of adjusting or patience solved this issue. Disappointed we could not have a good shower. Other than that issue the property was excellent. With the water issue solved, I would definitely stay at the property again.

    We totally enjoyed the central location, we could walk to many, shops, eateries, pubs and the sea! The bed was totally comfortable, the most important factor.

    Stayed in August 2021

  • Reviewed: 27 July 2021

    7.0
    Good
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Queen Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathroom and lighting in main room..could be updated

    Good place to stay.

    Stayed in July 2021

  • Reviewed: 21 July 2021

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing

    Friendly staff. Clean and comfy room. We were in room 18. Kitchen facilities were great. Location is perfect - walking distance to town, jetty, museum, etc.

    Stayed in July 2021

  • Reviewed: 17 July 2021

    8.0
    Very comfy stay and very friendly staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The ensuite could do with a better exhaust fan as there are no windows and there was lots of condensation. Likely to reduce the life of the grout etc

    Very friendly staff, comfy bed, nice warm shower with good water pressure. Clean and neat.

    Stayed in July 2021

  • Reviewed: 28 June 2021

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Family Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Hot water barely warm

    Location

    Stayed in June 2021

  • Reviewed: 21 June 2021

    7.0
    Ideal location in Wallaroo. Great car parking, easy to find. Exactly as described.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Cottage
    • Stayed 2 nights

    As the couch was a fold-out it was very soft and low to the ground, making it very difficult for us to get up from as we both have knee troubles. Not the fault of the Lodge - but it was quite a tricky process. It was also annoying to have to plug in all of the bedside lights and electric blankets before we could use them, and it would have been better if these were in place before our arrival.

    The facilities were exactly what we had booked, and would be perfect for a small family. Great big, clean bathroom. Almost everything you could need in the kitchen. Linen was fresh and clean.

    Stayed in June 2021

  • Reviewed: 16 June 2021

    7.0
    Value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Water running out of shower & making floor very wet & slippery, a mop would have been great.

    Very comfy and good location to shops & Hotel

    Stayed in June 2021

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