The Observatory Holiday Apartments

“Top Place Run By An Outstanding On-Site Manager”

Stayed here for five nights from August 5th to August 9th, 2024. I highly recommend these units. Some things to know: 1. Lydia, the on-site manager, is the glue that holds this place together. As what some may call a "senior citizen", I had to ask for help several times. Once included ringing h… more

Stayed here for five nights from August 5th to August 9th, 2024. I highly recommend these units. Some things to know: 1. Lydia, the on-site manager, is the glue that holds this place together. As what some may call a "senior citizen", I had to ask for help several times. Once included ringing her at 9:30 PM! She was at my doorstep within five minutes, and two minutes later fixed the problem. This is someone who gets tremendous pleasure at helping people solve problems. She does so with style, grace and considerable charm. She lives with an attitude best summed up in her own words: "too easy!". Lydia gives new meaning to that phrase. 2. The apartments are meticulously clean and tidy. Everthing you need (almost) is provided. The only exceptions are things like bathrobes, slippers and things one might usually bring from home. 3. Apartments are generous in size and very comfortably decorated. All have large TV screens with multiple channels. 4. If you choose a top floor apartment, be ready to walk for four fights of stairs ( two flights between each floor). I never spotted anyone available to help with luggage, but in fairness they don't advertise having this. 5. Each unit has it's own dedicated parking bay. 5. There is a reasonable selection of restaurants, places for coffee, a chemist and a small supermarket all within easy walking distance. In summary, I give these units a 5 star, Highly Recommended rating. The lynchpin is Lydia. I strongly recommend that she be formally acknowledged by management for truly outstanding customer service.

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“Great place to stay”

We enjoyed 2 nights at this place. Very spacious 1 bedroom apartment. Really comfy bed, a full kitchen and plenty of seating. Although it was on the ground floor, the walk from our car parking area, was up stairs or an outside walk on a designated pathway. Luckily we had bought a wagon, and this ma… more

We enjoyed 2 nights at this place. Very spacious 1 bedroom apartment. Really comfy bed, a full kitchen and plenty of seating. Although it was on the ground floor, the walk from our car parking area, was up stairs or an outside walk on a designated pathway. Luckily we had bought a wagon, and this made it lot less trips with all our stuff. When we moved on, we moved our car to the roadside, and the walk was far easier to park the car. Loved the place, and would come again.

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“Great long weekend.”

Great place to stay . Vanessa at reception was wonderful . Very friendly and knowledgeable about the area . The apartment we stayed in was spotless and very well equipped. The Observatory is well situated being close to restaurants and the marina. We would definitely stay again .

“Great place to stay ”

We stayed for one night but would be happy to stay longer in future. The water view easy access apartment was spacious, clean and comfortable with everything you might need. The location was within walking distance to restaurants, the marina and Muttonbird Island. The reception staff were frie… more

We stayed for one night but would be happy to stay longer in future. The water view easy access apartment was spacious, clean and comfortable with everything you might need. The location was within walking distance to restaurants, the marina and Muttonbird Island. The reception staff were friendly and helpful and we enjoyed our stay.

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