The Eastern Sands City Centre is located in the heart of Geelong and just a short 400m walk to Eastern Beach and the Royal Geelong Yacht Club. Each guestroom features home comforts such as flat-screen TVs, DVD players and paid Wi-Fi. Heat a meal with the in-room microwave or a warm beverage with the tea and coffee making facilities. Ensuites with hairdryers are also standard in each room while some accommodations offer separate sitting areas or water views. The hotel boasts free onsite parking, a limited hours’ front desk, and a business centre. Visitors can inquire about the paid childcare program as well. Dine at the Fish Bowl Restaurant and Bar that’s open daily and offers limited hour room service. Nearby restaurants, many within walking distance, offer food and drink throughout the day. Eastern Sands City Centre is near the GPAC Performing Arts Center, Westfield Geelong, The Carousel and Geelong train station.
Visitors looking to be near the water stated that this hotel is ideally located. It's strategically placed so it's also near the hospital, local attractions and amenities, such as restaurants and stores. Plus, many of these locations are within walking distance of the hotel, which was extremely convenient.
Travellers remarked that the front desk staff has a very welcoming attitude and are trustworthy. They also do their best to help guests with requests or answer questions about the area or the hotel.
Guests mentioned that they found the hotel to be rather affordable for what's offered. While it's not super fancy, that suited travellers just fine who were looking for an economical place to stay that was safe while not costing a fortune.
Guests with physical limitations mentioned that the lack of elevators at the hotel was problematic. For elderly guests and those who had trouble lifting their luggage mentioned that they really wished that the hotel had a lift.
Visitors remarked that the hotel could use a makeover. They mention issues such as mould in the bathrooms, soiled furniture, outdated decor, old linens and rooms that need a paint job. Others mentioned that some of the equipment is also showing its age because heaters can be noisy, mattresses are sagging and some non-smoking rooms smelled of cigarettes smoke.
Guests remarked that housekeeping seems to fall short now and then. They stated problems such as trash from prior guests left behind, used towels and otherwise clean rooms and dirty windows. In short, based on visitor remarks, the rooms could use more attention when it comes to cleanliness.
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