The service was ok, not over the top. Check in took a while , we got there at 12 and our room wasn't available so we came back at 2.45 and it was still being made up, but it was a room with a view so at least they didn't shortchange us.
We paid about $180 for the aquaview room, no extras included, but it was very busy on the coast that weekend, and other places were way more than usual so this may be why it was pretty expensive as a last minute getaway.
The rooms were renovated old style rooms and quite small. We were fortunate to be on the 21st floor so had great views of the ocean and river, along with Cavill avenue. We could hear the street noise but it was not intolerable (that said the jet boats go from out the back, so can't comment on when they start).
Location wise it was fantastic, short walk through the mall to the surf, close to restaurants and night life.Facilities wise: The gym is really a cardio room with no real weights to speak of (10kg dumbbells max) and was not air-conditioned or sufficiently ventilated (it only had a portable fan!) but had about 5 treadmills or similar. The pool is nice but tiny, and the walkway over it could do with a coat of paint. One suggestion would be to make the fencing around the pool and facing the river less imposing; it would be great to look out over the river from the sun lounge rather than at the latticed fencing there at present. Be aware you also have to pay for parking, it was $8 for the night we were there (which wasn't disclosed when we booked). I can't comment on the restaurant as the 2nd floor was being renovated so i don't think it was available.
The views were great from our balcony, this and the location are what we liked best.
There wasn't anything to hate about the accom, it just wasn't as good value for money wise as other places i have stayed on the coast.
Not a bad experience, but definitely not the best.
- Vibe Hotel Surfers Paradise
