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Reviews of The Emerald Surfers Paradise Apartments

3.5 out of 5
The Emerald Surfers Paradise Apartments
7 Mallana St, QLD 4217, 7, Gold Coast, QLD

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 258 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 87 out of 258 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 258 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 258 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 258 reviews" "

6.0/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Response from Rose on 6 Feb 2021
Thanks for coming to stay at The Emerald. We know you wanted an apartment on a higher floor with the outstanding views over Surfers Paradise. Maybe next time this will be available!

10/10 Excellent

Jim, Brisbane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly service. Amazing views. Great value for money. Loved the spa.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Response from Rose on 16 Oct 2020
Enjoyed having you to stay, Jim. See you again soon. Kindest, Management

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Response from Management on 10 Dec 2019
We are sorry you are disappointed with your stay. We make no apologies for upholding our house rules to protect the property and ensure all occupants can enjoy peaceful and pleasant times here.

10/10 Excellent

Hyunmin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Response from Rose on 22 Nov 2019
Thank you for coming to stay at The Emerald.

8/10 Good

deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
beautiful river views
It was great reception was lovely and helpful rooms were spacious for fam had 3 balconies and nice swimming pool and views of the river. very reasonable price for fam of four. beds were comfy and enjoyed spa bath with great view.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Response from Rose on 29 Sept 2019
Thanks for appreciating what we offer, and for reviewing us.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Response from Rose on 29 Sept 2019
Thanks for the review. We appreciate you taking the time to post.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool unit with nice view in the upper level and is quite
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Response from Rose on 25 Sept 2019
Glad you were happy with your stay at The Emerald!

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Response from Rose on 1 Sept 2019
Thank you.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
View of the canal was nice, reception staff were great. Great price for a 2 bedroom apartment. The apartment itself was quite dated but looked like upgrades were in the process of happening. Most of the blinds didn’t work to close. Wasn’t the most convenient location but it was quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Response from Management on 31 July 2019
Thanks for taking the time to review. Kindest regards, Management

8/10 Good

Carol, South Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Happy customer
Reception services excellent, friendly and helpful. Rooms a little tired but plans for upgrades are in place. Clean and tidy. We had one night on 2nd floor, comfortable and quite. Second night we moved up to 13th floor, great views but noise seemed to carry further. Enjoyed both experiences. Good location short walk to the restaurants, cafes, shops and beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Response from Rose on 25 July 2019
Thanks for your feedback and review Carol. We appreciate that you were able to assess two spaces, with interesting outcomes. Kindest regards, Management

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Response from Rose on 25 July 2019
Wow! Thank you.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Very dated . Kitchen bench top and bathrooms painted and flaking. Main bedroom on suite no window coverage so anybody outside across the water can see you on the toilet. Some love is needed for this room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Response from Rose on 17 July 2019
Thanks for your feedback. Refurbishment of this apartment is due to start next week. We look forward to a much nicer apartment to offer soon. Kindest regards, Management

8/10 Good

Michelle

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was in a great location and had awesome views of all of surfers Paradise and beyond. The verandas were a bonus off every room. Great place.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
Response from Rose on 20 May 2019
Thanks Michelle for your review. We are glad you enjoyed what we offer.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice place , a little run down but clean and close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Response from Rose on 30 Apr 2019
Thanks for the review. Hope you enjoyed your stay.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The spa room was a big highlight,the ladies on the front desk were amazing they were so welcoming and willing to help were ever they could. rooms were a little run down but other then that it was a great place to stay for a family and very cheap.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Response from Rose on 30 Apr 2019
So pleased you were happy with your stay. Our spa baths, the views and the proximity to CBD are fantastic.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect staff really helpful and cheerful.We are willing to come and stay next time in Gold Coast
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Response from Rose on 23 Apr 2019
So pleased you were pleased with your stay at The Emerald.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff were very nice, but the apartment is a bit too old.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Response from Rose on 26 Mar 2019
Thank you for your kind feedback about us.

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was in a terribly run down condition. Broken tiles near the spa, mouldy curtains, chipped walls, doors that would not shut properly, mismatched cutlery. Great layout of unit but terribly let down by the condition. Cigarette butts in the pool also!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Response from Rose on 20 Mar 2019
Hi Anonymous, We are sorry you were left feeling this way after your stay. With units individually owned, there are only some factors we can control in regards to the maintenance of our units. We take full responsibility for the rest, however, but without knowing what room you were in, will be hard to fully investigate. We apologise for cigarette butts in the pool, this is a constant battle. Thank you

8/10 Good

NEIL V

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All good
Friendly reception
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Response from Rose on 19 Mar 2019
Thanks for coming to stay Neil.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Fairly old inside but clean. Location was good.....
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Response from Rose on 31 Jan 2019
Thanks for your review, appreciated.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Response from Rose on 27 Jan 2019
Thanks for rating us.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The kitchen had everything you need to cook a meal. The unit was run down and in need of a renovation. The sheets and towels were clean but overall the room was quite dirty. Nice view though. And check in staff were lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Response from Rose on 29 Jan 2019
Thank you for your review. As an anonymous reviewer we cannot identify which apartment you considered dirty. We wish we knew!

6/10 Okay

Rob

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Needs some TLC
The hotel needs a little TLC. Our room was dated & could have been cleaner. I'm a realist & understand what you get for 3 / 3.5 stars during school holidays. Location was quiet & convenient, manager was friendly & helpful, pool was out of order but the manager did ring me to let me know before our arrival which I thought was great. (our stay was for work so this didn't effect us). Rangehood didn't work, oven & hot plate need changing, light bulbs out... just minor issues which can easily be resolved. The biggest disappointments for us were no dryer & no shower in the ensuite but I have to say the manager did offer to dry our clothes if needed. Place needs some general maintenance & this would be a great place for a holiday stay. I would stay hear again for work but would probably not consider for a holiday stay unless the maintenance issues are addressed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019
Response from Rose on 22 Jan 2019
Thanks for the honest review Rob. Good to see you have come back again so soon. As you say we are 3 star and are priced accordingly. We do always endeavour to be clean so please do tell me what you have noticed. I will pass on your feedback about the rangehood, cooktop and stove to the apartment owner. Thanks again for taking the time to write this review.

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
the price was very high but being a peak period that's what you have to pay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Response from Rose on 7 Jan 2019
Thanks for choosing to stay at The Emerald.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Response from Rose on 11 Dec 2018
Thanks for 4 stars.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The view is fantastic but the hygiene is really bad.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Response from Rose on 16 Nov 2018
Hi "Anonymous", We are sorry you were left feeling this way after your stay. However, we would appreciate if you got in contact with us privately to discuss this issue, as we dont believe you approached us during your stay regarding any "hygiene" issues. We would appreciate your response as we would like to resolve this issue. Thank you

2/10 Terrible

Kaz, Brisbane

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very run down and bathrooms were dirty. Funny smell throughout the unit.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Response from Rose on 21 Oct 2018
HI Kaz, thanks for your comments. Although rundown and discoloured by age the bathrooms are clean.

10/10 Excellent

Maxine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place and area with a awesum deal for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Response from Rose on 18 Sept 2018
Thanks Maxine. Hope you will come again.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Response from Rose on 11 Sept 2018
Thanks for doing a review, appreciated.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Whithin walking distance to everything
The staff where extremely friendly & helpful. Nothing was too much trouble
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Response from Rose on 11 Sept 2018
Thanks so much for your kind comments.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
Response from Rose on 4 Sept 2018
Thank you for rating us so well.

8/10 Good

Tanya, Sunshine Coast

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Needs some TLC but spacious and great views
Its an older style apartment that definitely could do with some TLC. The spa bath has the most amazing views and the apartment is nice an spacious. Not as well equipped as other properties, missing a few things like a hair dryer and matching wine glasses.. but overall a pleasant stay and good value.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Response from Rose on 3 Sept 2018
Thanks for the feedback. As new management to this complex we appreciate your comments, naming issues we are in process of addressing. Your feedback helps us to know what is important!

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Friendly staff at front desk. Quiet property.
Some things at the property need upgrading. Eg: tiles around spa broken. Blinds broken. But overall the apartment is good value and looks like the photos in the advertising
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Response from Rose on 21 Aug 2018
Thanks for your feedback. As new Managers we are working through issues such as mentioned with Apartment owners. We appreciate your comments.

8/10 Good

Kelly, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Relaxation stay
From the moment we walked in until we left was wonderful. Staff we lovely, amenities were great and we will be going back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Response from Rose on 13 Aug 2018
Thanks for the great feedback Kelly. We look forward to welcoming you again.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very average. Old. Mouldy shower recess. Broken tiles. Difficult to open windows. Poor condition overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Response from Rose on 31 July 2018
Thank you for your review.

2/10 Terrible

Tabetha, Brassall

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Warning, do not go there !!!
We came to stay as the sites stated a heated pool and the kids really enjoy a swim. We couldnt so that. Check in time was and at 2.40 we check in go up to the room to find cleaners there who tell us we are in the wrong room. We were not, we were told to leave, so I said kids put your bags down in a corner. Cleaner was very rude and rings the owner who tells us cleaners aren't finished to leave the unit. Looking at the unit it was a shocker. Broken PowerPoint with exposed wires, old TV with deep scratches across it, decapitated looking furniture and a strange dirty smell about it. We left and found somewhere else to stay. OMG, it was a shocker.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018
Response from Rose on 24 July 2018
Dear Tabetha, I am sorry for your experience here. Based on your feedback we have ensured advertising has been amended to better reflect when pool is heated. Other issues mentioned have been looked into. Kindest, Rose

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Beautiful view of the river and Surfers Paradise
Was a nice quiet apartment, beautiful views of the river and Surfers Paradise, room was a little run down, just some slight touches to bring it back to life would be great.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018
Response from Rose on 24 July 2018
Thank you for your appreciation of our venue. The slight touches you mention are happening with new management and it is wonderful to see new life emerging!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, 360 views & can’t wait to go back!
Hotel called and let us check in early! Location in superb in a quite back street on the canal, 7 mins walk to Cavil Ave. Rooms were a good size, with 3 balconies and sensational view from the spa. Will be back!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Response from Rose on 17 July 2018
Thanks for a great review. Come stay again!

8/10 Good

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018
Response from Rose on 17 July 2018
Thanks Tina.

8/10 Good

megs, brisbane

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Older unit but location and view fantastic
A comfortable unit close to all amenities including dining shopping and walking distance to our jet boat ride
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Response from manager on 28 June 2018
we look forward to seeing you again

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Response from wayne on 26 June 2018
Thanks Shannon for your review and we hope to see you with us again

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Getting a bit run down and the room needs to be cleaned a bit better
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Response from wayne on 24 June 2018
We will follow this up with housekeeping. What is the name for this booking, as we can not find your booking

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hidden gem
Fantastic from start to finish. Couldn't recommend it highly enough.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018
Response from Wayne on 10 June 2018
Thankyou Debbie, we look forward to seeing you again.

2/10 Terrible

Bianca

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
AVOID AT ALL COSTS
AVOID. They make unauthorized payments on your credit card with absolutely rubbish excuses and when you question them they don't respond. MONEY THEFT.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
Response from manager on 31 May 2018
Dear Bianca, you booked a room to use one bedroom and you used the two bedrooms You were given the rules on check in

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
Response from manager on 21 May 2018
Thankyou for staying with us. we look forward to seeing you with us again in the future

4/10 Poor

Deb, South Coast NSW

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
First impression was the building was in need of a fresh coat of paint. Reception seemed dark and dated the lift felt grubby and the louvered panel in the foyer on our level was covered in dust. When we oponed the door we were impressed with the spectacular views from both balconies and as it overlooks the water there was no street noise. Sadly the whole apartment felt it needed a thorough spring clean. We had to go and ask for a frypan as we only found 1 saucepan in the cupboard and then found there were no cooking utensils. Old, odd cups, plates and glasses and a few mismatched knives and forks were however provided. No coathangers are provided so no need to unpack. The view from the spa was amazing but the bathroom felt unclean. Overall a bit disappointing!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
Response from manager on 18 May 2018
Dear Deb, we have updated all of the above, we do agree that the views are fantastic and free parking and free wi-fi also a bonus and we are close to surfers. The rate of $77 was a great rate

10/10 Excellent

jean philippe, france

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stunning View, very nice manager , warm welcome ...I ll come back with my family
Stayed 1 night in May 2018
Response from wayne on 9 May 2018
Thankyou Jean, we look forward to meeting your family in the future

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Budget accommodation close to everything
Although the initial outlook was promising, with a little more work this property would have been okay to pleasing. This place is a secluded little gem, close to Cavill Avenue and only a 15 walk to the beach. Trams close by make the Gold Coast strip very accessible. However, it was the little things that really stand out from the stay. No curtain in the spa, and the only window that had one was in terrible condition (broken) Cracked tiles Cracked basin Aged curtains in the bed rooms. The kitchen area was good, compact and could have been useful, but the cockroaches were a put off in the apartment. Parking was acceptable - all spaces numbered, but we found ours a little tight to get into.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018
Response from manager on 20 Apr 2018
Thankyou for you review and we look forward to seeing you again

8/10 Good

Chris, Adelaide

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location.
Loved our apartment. Loved that it was so close to the bus to Carrara for the Commonwealth Games, Loved that it was only a short walk to the beach. Loved the coffee and tea at Paradox just down the road.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018
Response from manager on 17 Apr 2018
We thankyou for staying with us and we look forward to seeing you again

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The manager is so nice guy. We loved the building. Tha view.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018
Response from wayne on 5 Apr 2018
Thankyou for you kind words