Historic Hotels & Resorts in Mission Beach from AU$275

"Before I comment on the property, I want to call out the staff. I was moving to the hotel from another property in La Jolla and hoped I could check in a little early. The day manager from Catamaran texted me at 8:30 am and asked when I was likely to arrive. I told them I planned to come early and check my bags. They replied that my room was available and I could chek in as soon as I arrived. I was in my room by 8:45. I was blown away. Had a lovely view of the water (though it was across the roof of a low building in front of me). Spa services were great (massage was terrific), but the "amenities" were just water and tea. The sauna and steam room were terrific. Property is charming, but rundown. Think 70's California crossed with tiki bar, but maybe hasn't been updated since then. But room was clean, grounds were very well maintained, and the koi ponds were endlessly entertaining. Food in restaurants was great. Coffee bar food is lame. Location was great, Walk out the back door and you are on the bay; walk two blocks the other direction, you are on Mission beach. Lots of small coffee shops nearby, though restaurants for dinner in walking distance were more limited."

"Everything was nice and clean and the partial ocean view was amazing. Though it was very clean, because of the age of the property and some furniture items it did feel a little rundown and very used. The rooms themselves could use a bit of an upgrade. The location and pool and lounging beds/chairs were very up to date and clean and the caves straight to the beach is such a plus to have!"