Nightcap at the Ship Inn

Hotels
8.4 (597 reviews)
8 Albert Street , Busselton , au

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Clubhouse
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Non-smoking throughout
Kid meals
Outdoor furniture
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Comfortable accommodations
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Noise from neighboring units
Inadequate breakfast options

Categories

Cleanliness
7.58
Some guests reported cleanliness issues, including a dirty poolside and ants in the room.
Service
9.05
Multiple reviews highlighted friendly and helpful staff.
Location
8.89
Many guests praised the great location of the hotel, close to amenities.
Room Quality
8.04
Rooms were generally spacious and comfortable, with mentions of issues in some areas.
Amenities
8.27
Amenities were noted as good, but some guests mentioned a lack of breakfast options.
Value for Money
8.63
Generally considered good value, especially given its location and amenities.
Food and Beverage
8.48
Food quality received positive remarks, with some specific mentions of good meals.
Overall Experience
8.25
Overall satisfactory experiences noted, with some minor complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 14:39

Property Description

Central Location and Entertainment

Nightcap at the Ship Inn is the perfect blend of convenience and entertainment, located in the heart of town. With a bistro, 2 bars, and a swimming pool, guests can indulge in a variety of dining options and leisure activities without leaving the property.

Diverse Dining Experience

From succulent steaks to refreshing salads and comforting pasta dishes, the bistro at Nightcap at the Ship Inn caters to every palate. Guests can savor their meals in the sunny beer garden, the cozy Lounge Bar, or enjoy live music and billiards in the main bar.

Comfortable Accommodation with Modern Amenities

Each self-contained apartment at Nightcap at the Ship Inn offers a comfortable retreat with a fully equipped kitchen, a spacious lounge area with a flat-screen TV, and a private balcony or patio. The availability of free WiFi ensures guests stay connected throughout their stay.

Ready to experience the vibrant atmosphere and modern comforts of Nightcap at the Ship Inn? Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

Please note that guests must be over 18 years of age or accompanied by an adult. You must show a valid photo ID upon check in.

Please note that this property does not have any policies, procedures or resources in place to accommodate the unique needs of school graduates during the annual 'Schoolies Week' period. It does not have adequate resources to engage qualified security personnel to guarantee the safety, comfort and convenience of school graduate guests during this period. Please note that this property has a 'No Party Policy'.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for AUD 10 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for AUD 10 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 597 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.58
Service: 9.05
Location: 8.89
Room Quality: 8.04
Amenities: 8.27
Value for Money: 8.63
Food and Beverage: 8.48
Overall Experience: 8.25
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Natalija • extended_group • au
9
Pros:

Excellent location, close to the beach.

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Alison • couple • au
9
Highly recommended.
Pros:

Convenient to the town site and jetty

Cons:

All good except the bathroom fan in Unit 11 did not work.

2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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Diane • couple • au
8
2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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LIZ • couple • au
9
Comfortable Accommodation
Pros:

This townhouse accommodation was above what we expected. The kitchen had all cooking appliances, crockery and cutlery that one needs if you were cooking, which we were. The laundry had both washing machine and dryer, drying racks for drying clothes outside on the balcony. Upstairs bedroom was large with a comfortable bed and a balcony one can sit and enjoy a morning cuppa or a sundowner drink. Bathroom was small, however, had everything we needed, and the shower was roomy. Location is excellent with a short walk to the main shopping area for supplies, or a 20 minute walk to the foreshore.

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Rita • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Close to Busselton centre, parking outside apartments

2026-01-30 • via Nuitee
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edwin • couple • gb
8
It’s functional
Pros:

It’s an upstairs/downstairs arrangement, kitchen and settee down with bed, bathroom and balcony up top. So no noise from above/below from others

Cons:

Floorboards creaky. One black teabag. Spiders and webs on ceiling and behind curtains. Bathroom tiny.

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Kirsty • couple • au
10
We had a fantastic time, easy check in, great rooms, good facilities and brilliant location and very friendly staff
Pros:

The location, the quality of the rooms, the swimming pool and the Bistro

Cons:

N/A

2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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Melissa • family_with_children • au
10
Great self contained apartment with walking distance to the heart of Busselton
Pros:

Location and pool

Cons:

Nil

2026-01-23 • via Nuitee
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Jason • family_with_children • au
10
2026-01-21 • via Nuitee
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Jamie • couple • au
10
Pros:

Comfortable bed and the location was central

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Marina • family_with_children • au
8
Overall, our stay was comfortable, and the location ended up being very convenient.
Pros:

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Nightcap Ship Inn. The accommodation was comfortable, exactly as described, and very centrally located. It was within walking distance to the city center and just a 20-minute walk to the foreshore and Busselton Jetty. We also appreciated the daily service, with a cleaning lady regularly changing out towels and taking out the rubbish.

Cons:

We initially noticed that the shower needed a clean due to some moldy grout. We were also a bit concerned about the location, especially with Dan Murphy's shop being right in the middle of the inn, which is quite busy.
However, after the first night, we realized it wasn’t an issue at all. We always found a parking spot easily and never experienced any noise coming from the shop.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Phillip • couple • au
4
Cons:

The room was right on the road
To much traffic to much noise

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Sean • family_with_children • au
10
Pros:

Lots of room

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Rodney • couple • au
10
Great Location
Pros:

Great location very central to shopping and restaurants.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Babak • extended_group • au
8
Pros:

With this price, breakfast could be included. No gym

Cons:

The second floor was noisy and needed to be checked.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Janine • family_with_children • au
9
Pros:

Location, heating and comfort. Loved having a kitchenette too

Cons:

The number of stairs and how narrow they were in places. Getting cases up the stairs was extremely challenging. We are 70+ so very difficult

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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April • extended_group • au
10
Pros:

Great location

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Narelle • family_with_children • au
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Darren • extended_group • au
8
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Themelina • couple • au
10
Pros:

A great place to stay. Very convenient. Staff were absolutely LOVELY. Complimentary drink was lovely!
Will definitely stay here again.
Thank you!

2026-01-18 • via Nuitee