The hype
Great location and fantastic pools for the kids, but the property is showing its age and desperately needs a deep clean.
Pullman Magenta Shores Resort
$144-270/ 泊
以下の場合は予約してください Book this if you're a golfing family who wants a spacious, self-contained villa near the beach and doesn't mind a 4-star reality behind a 5-star marketing facade.
人々が愛する理由
- Championship 18-hole golf course right on the property
- Massive multi-bedroom villas with full kitchens and laundry
- Three distinct pool areas including a heated indoor pool and a lagoon pool
クイックテイク: It bills itself as a 5-star luxury resort, but tired rooms, cleanliness issues, and a lack of attention to detail make it feel more like a premium holiday park.
@helena によるレビュー: Our family stay here was incredible. The villa was huge with a full kitchen, making things so easy. The kids lived in the pools, and the buffet breakfast was a massive hit. It's the perfect spot to just relax and bond without any stress.
ここに泊まったゲストの声
Reality check
You're paying luxury prices for self-contained apartments where you might have to deal with broken ACs, bird poop on pool chairs, and unhelpful maintenance.
- You're traveling with a large family and need multiple bedrooms
- You're an avid golfer wanting to play a Ross Watson-designed course
- You want a mix of beach access and national park trails
清潔さと保守管理
4.5
- Housekeeping: Inconsistent and often on-request only. Guests report missed crumbs, dusty surfaces, and a lack of deep cleaning.
- Bathroom hygiene: A major pain point. Multiple reports of mouldy showers, dirty bathroom doors, and neglected grout.
- Maintenance: Showing its age. Complaints include broken air conditioning, malfunctioning dishwashers, and peeling finishes.
- Linens & towels: Hit or miss. Some report 'comfy cloud' beds, while others complain of dirty, worn towels and stained curtains.
- Odors & scents: Generally okay, but some ground-floor rooms have a musty smell due to the coastal humidity and nearby bushland.
Sleepability™
6中程度
0-4うるさい
4-7.5中程度
7.5-10静か
- Midnight lawn sprinklers hitting ground-floor windows
- Loud, struggling air conditioning units in older villas
- Echoes from the family-heavy lagoon pool area during the day
予約前に
知っておくと良いこと
- Housekeeping is not daily for all room rates; you may have to request fresh towels.
- The lagoon pool is seasonal, so check if it's open before booking a winter stay.
- The hotel is 90 minutes from Sydney, making it an easy drive, but you'll want a car to explore the Central Coast.
持ち物
- Your own beach and pool towels (guests report the hotel ones can be scarce or worn)
- Groceries and snacks (the villas have great kitchens, and on-site dining is pricey)
- Bug spray (you're right next to Wyrrabalong National Park)
ルームジニー
おすすめ
- Three-Bedroom Superior Villa for families (spacious, full kitchen, laundry, and golf course views)
- Deluxe Studio King if you want a refurbished room with a balcony
避けるべきお部屋
- Standard King Studios (often feel cramped and unrenovated compared to the photos)
- Ground-floor villas near the main pathways (prone to sprinkler noise and lack of privacy)
ルームリクエストジニー – コピー＆ペースト
“Hi team, I'm looking forward to my stay. Could you please assign me a recently refurbished villa on an upper floor, away from the main pool areas and ground-level sprinklers, to ensure a quiet night?”
FAQ と隠された便利な使い方
ご予約前に本当に知りたいことすべて
Is parking free?
Yes, each room gets one complimentary car space, and additional parking is free within the resort.
Is the Wi-Fi free?
Not always. There is a $7 AUD daily surcharge for Wi-Fi in some rooms, though it may be included in higher-tier packages.
Are the pools heated?
The indoor lap pool is heated, but the outdoor lagoon and rock pools are not and can be chilly outside of summer.
Can I walk to the beach?
Yes, Magenta Shores Beach is about a 10-12 minute walk, and there's direct beach access from the resort.
Is the hotel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What is the breakfast situation?
A full buffet breakfast is available at Barretts Restaurant for around $35 AUD, but reviews say the hot food options can be limited.
インサイダー情報
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Skip the overpriced hotel breakfast and utilize your villa's kitchen, or drive 5 minutes to The Entrance for local cafes.
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Book a treatment at the on-site Vie Spa early—it's highly rated and books up fast, especially on weekends.
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If you're playing golf, ask about stay-and-play packages which often bundle green fees and cart hire for a better rate.
行く前に知っておくべき5つのこと
💡The 'rock pools' are essentially three mini pools that are often neglected, with guests reporting debris and bird droppings on the loungers.
💡The 5-star rating is a self-evaluation, which sets expectations way too high for what is essentially a 4-star family resort.
💡Many of the multi-story villas have around 15 stairs to get to the second level, which can be tough for guests with mobility issues.
💡The air conditioning units in some of the older villas struggle to keep up during 35°C+ summer days.
💡You might encounter local wildlife, including cockroaches and spiders, inside the rooms due to the surrounding national park.
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