Esplanade Hotel

Hotels
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ALH Group
7.2 (890 reviews)
135 Esplanade, Brighton, South Australia, 5048 , Brighton , AU
61-8-82967177

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Facilities

Free WiFi
Designated smoking area
Wheelchair accessible
Parking (limited spaces)
Playground on site
Free self parking
Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Review Highlights

Pros:
Comfortable Beds
Friendly Staff
Great Location
Cons:
Cleanliness Issues
Outdated Rooms
Poor Room Quality

Categories

Cleanliness
5.95
Several reviews mentioned dust, dirt, and overall poor conditions in the rooms.
Service
7.95
Friendly and professional staff were noted, though there was one negative interaction.
Location
8.45
Consistently praised for being close to the beach and convenient.
Room Quality
6.45
Multiple reviews noted outdated rooms and poor condition despite comfortable beds.
Amenities
7.45
Cafe and bar facilities appreciated, but rooms need improvement.
Value for Money
7.45
Overall fair for the price, considering location and comfort.
Food and Beverage
6.95
Food quality was mentioned positively, but not extensively covered.
Overall Experience
6.95
Experience mixed; positives in location and staff outweighed by room issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 12:17

Property Description

Ocean View Restaurant

Indulge in delicious cuisine while enjoying stunning ocean views at Espy Cafe, the hotel's exquisite restaurant. Savor snacks at the on-site cafe and unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge.

Recreational Activities

The hotel offers a playground and designated smoking areas for your leisure. Take advantage of the nearby attractions like Brighton Jetty and Glenelg Beach.

Convenient Amenities

With 17 cozy guestrooms, complimentary Wi-Fi, and daily housekeeping, Esplanade Hotel ensures a comfortable stay. Benefit from free onsite parking for a hassle-free experience.

To experience beachside charm and modern comforts, book your stay at Esplanade Hotel today.

Important information:

  • This property caters to LGBTQ+ guests.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: MEL

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

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Location

Guest Reviews

7.2
Based on 890 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.95
Service: 7.95
Location: 8.45
Room Quality: 6.45
Amenities: 7.45
Value for Money: 7.45
Food and Beverage: 6.95
Overall Experience: 6.95
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Trudy
10
Pros:

Overall happy with everything from checking in to check out have stayed there many times and will continue to stay there even after the renovations hopefully

2025-10-05 • via Nuitee
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Sharni • family_with_children • au
7
Will be back
Pros:

The bed were so cosy, location was amazing and staff was friendly as

Cons:

Only thing I could fault was door frames needed dusting in bathroom

2025-09-30 • via Nuitee
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Anne • extended_group • au
5
Clean, but very dated rooms
Pros:

location great, very clean

Cons:

The rooms look nothing like the photo online

2025-09-29 • via Nuitee
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Chris
6
Pros:

THE CAFE AREA WAS GOOD
AND THE POSITION IS PERFECT CLISE TO THE BEACH
THE ACCOMMODATION NOT VERY GOOD THE MANAGER TOLD ME THEY WILL DO RENOVATION AS FROM THE END OF OCTOBER
THE STAFF WERE VERY HELPFUL

2025-09-27 • via Nuitee
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Genevieve • partner
8
Pros:

The room was smaller than expected and the outside staircase access was filthy with smokers' rubbish and was very smelly. But the bed was amazingly comfortable

2025-09-26 • via Nuitee
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Christina • friends
10
Pros:

Room was clean except there was a decent amount of dust build up on the P trap under the sink. Room was a little out dated but no issues with that especially to the cheap price. shower pressure was nice. Beds were very comfortable. lots of cafes and a BWS close by. Would definitely stay again.

2025-09-26 • via Nuitee
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Kate • solo_traveller • au
4
Disappointing & mildly depressing overnight stop over.
Pros:

Good location opposite beach. Friendly professional staff

Cons:

Dingy, tired decor in rooms. Missing light cover in ceiling fan, blocked sink, corridors smelling of cigarette smoke. A dirty food plate & overflowing ashtray left at stairway to rooms.

2025-09-19 • via Nuitee
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thiele • solo_traveller • au
6
2025-09-19 • via Nuitee
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todd • couple • au
3
2025-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Tim • solo_traveller • au
5
2025-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Kylie • solo_traveller • au
8
2025-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • extended_group • au
9
COMFIEST BED EVER
Pros:

COMFIEST BED I HAVE EVER SLEPT IN

Cons:

Room was small hard to get around with 2 suitcases in there too the bathroom door hits the bed

2025-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Kostas • couple • au
10
2025-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Yates • solo_traveller • au
10
Great place to stay
Pros:

Food was nice room clean bed comfy staff friendly love the retro room stayed hear before

2025-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Kevin • couple • au
5
Pros:

Best view

Cons:

Accommodation are too old and too expensive foods

2025-09-06 • via Nuitee
• solo_traveller • au
3
It was okay for it’s purpose - a nighttime stop over between work.
Pros:

the staff were very lovely and kind. The bed was comfortable enough, and the entry/exit points where easy.

Cons:

The room smelled strongly of cigarettes, and the bathroom exhaust fan didn’t work. The shower had either a LOT of grim or rust, and/or mould. Even though it had just been cleaned, it didn’t feel clean.

2025-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Michael Angelo • family_with_children • au
7
Comfortable to stay
Pros:

Accessible

Cons:

Photos not the same as actual look of the room and bathroom

2025-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Kelly • friends
6
Pros:

The rooms at this hotel are terrible and in serious need of renovation. The actual hotel is good with a cafe, sports bar and gaming lounge all finished to a good, clean, tidy and comfortable standard. Unfortunately the rooms have not and the photos on Wotif are not an actual representation of what is provided. My advice would be that if you want to stay somewhere with onsite access to bar, cafe and gaming lounge and don't care what standard the accommodation rooms are then this is the place for you. However if you want a clean, tidy and comfortable room this is not the place.

2025-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Lee-Anne • solo_traveller • au
5
Disappointed
Pros:

Location to the repatriation clinic

Cons:

Unfortunately one staff member was very disappointing as I asked for a pen, to fill out paperwork work and I was told they are for staff only .. I’m a nurse and I would give my favourite pen to a patient if they asked ….. a kind gesture goes a long way .. this person put a sour taste in my mouth.. otherwise a pleasant place for the price.

2025-08-25 • via Nuitee
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scott • solo_traveller • au
8
2025-08-21 • via Nuitee