Gilston Vacations from $542

Our room only had air con in lounge and was very noisy. Bedspread had huge burn hole insufficient blankets no pool towels and very basic kitchen

Premium Gold Coast location for fraction of the price of other hotels. Not having a front desk was no issue at all - staff were super responsive via chat/message and everything was explained very clearly. They do ask people to leave luggage/unload at the front of property and then drive through to the back to park, but there is a door connecting the car park to inside the main building, so not sure why they do that. Our apartment itself was super spacious - appliances were all branded (SMEG, Bosch, LG - not all cheap brands you would have expected for the price) and plenty of cutlery and kitchenware (K-mart brand). Shower was equipped with rain shower and handheld - water pressure was amazing. Best shower we've had at a hotel in a while. We went in winter, but the numerous ceiling fans around the apartment make it seem like it would be a good choice in summer as well. Only gripe would be that the sofa was quite stained - definitely would do with a deep steam clean. Have already recommended to friends, and will consider returning.