Plantation Hotel Coffs Harbour

Hotels
7.1 (1215 reviews)
88 Grafton Street , Coffs Harbour , au

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Laundry
Bar
Golf course
Meeting/banquet facilities
Billiards
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly, helpful staff
Central, convenient location
Comfortable beds reported by several guests
Some rooms/apartments described as clean and modern
Kitchen access available in some rooms (microwave, kettle)
On-site food/outstanding meal mentioned; games/pool/darts available
Cons:
Misleading photos / false advertising reported multiple times
Dirty, smelly or outdated shared bathrooms
No TV in rooms and lack of mini-fridge in some rooms
Noisy rooms and poor soundproofing
Cramped kitchenettes and limited storage space
Parking/GPS access difficulties for some guests

Categories

Cleanliness
5.5
Mixed but leaning negative — many guests report dirty, smelly and outdated shared bathrooms and problems sleeping due to noise; a minority mention cleaned or very clean apartments.
Service
8.8
Positive — multiple reviews praise staff as friendly, helpful and accommodating (including duty staff assisting with a motorcycle and helpful bar staff).
Location
8.5
Consistently praised — numerous mentions of a convenient, central location close to attractions/harbour; some guests noted GPS/parking access issues but the location itself is a strong positive.
Room Quality
5.8
Mixed to poor — frequent complaints about small rooms, misleading photos, outdated/shared bathrooms and noisy conditions; some guests reported comfortable beds and occasional modern rooms.
Amenities
6
Below average — common issues: no TV in rooms, no mini-fridge, cramped kitchenettes and shared bathroom facilities; positives include available kitchen access for some rooms and on-site games/pool.
Value for Money
5.5
Negative — several guests felt the property did not match advertised images (false/misleading advertising) and some refused to stay; others found specific positives (comfortable beds, good food) but overall value is questioned.
Food and Beverage
8.5
Generally positive though sparsely mentioned — one review describes the food as outstanding and bar staff are noted as friendly; limited data but sentiment is favorable.
Overall Experience
8.2
Mixed overall — while there are strong negative experiences (dirty/noisy rooms, misleading photos), many guests highlight friendly service, good location and comfortable beds, resulting in a varied but somewhat positive aggregate experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-13 06:26

Property Description

Prime Location in Coffs Harbour
Located conveniently near major attractions such as The Big Banana and Coffs Harbour Golf Club, Plantation Hotel Coffs Harbour offers a central hub for your stay.

Dining and Entertainment
Enjoy the convenience of an on-site restaurant and bar, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring the city. Free WiFi throughout the property ensures you stay connected during your visit.

Comfortable Accommodation
Select rooms feature a fully equipped kitchen, providing you with the flexibility and convenience of preparing your meals. The hotel's proximity to key landmarks like Coffs Harbour Jetty and Coffs Harbour Court House makes it an ideal choice for travelers.

Experience the best of Coffs Harbour at Plantation Hotel. Book your stay now for a memorable visit.

Important information:

All guest rooms are on level one and accessible by stairs only - there is no elevator access.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

7.1
Based on 1215 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.5
Service: 8.8
Location: 8.5
Room Quality: 5.8
Amenities: 6
Value for Money: 5.5
Food and Beverage: 8.5
Overall Experience: 8.2
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Rick • solo_traveller • au
5
2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • solo_traveller • au
3
2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Sabrina • solo_traveller • au
7
2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Conrado Santacroce • solo_traveller • it
9
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Arashdeep • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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mireille • solo_traveller • fr
7
Encore un petit effort, et ce sera parfait
Pros:

L'emplacement .
La possibilité d'utiliser la cuisine (micro ondes, chauffe eau, café et lait a notre disposition).
Lit confortable. Salle de bain parfaite.
Gentillesse du personnel .

Cons:

Pas de lampe de chevet (lumière au plafond)
Le bruit venant du couloir, (car porte n'isolant pas du couloir).

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Min-hsuan • extended_group • au
10
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Brian • couple • au
6
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Tina Leerentveld • solo_traveller • au
9
Pros:

Staff were amazing, so friendly and helpful.

Cons:

No tv in room or bench spaces for luggage etc

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Patricia FOSTER • solo_traveller • au
1
Pros:

I had booked a room with the amenities with it and when I got there it was shared so I had to go some were else and pay extra it was crap then when I got there the lady said she had to take us up and we were not aloud to leave until morning I had 3 little children and I would not had book shared amenities

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Bimal • family_with_children • au
3
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • solo_traveller • au
2
I felt to be in a jail cell.
Pros:

Absolutely nothing.

Cons:

Time for renovation, or close down.
Dirty, smelly, noisy, it was a nightmare.

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Archana • family_with_children • au
3
Never recommend to friends
Pros:

Staff was very helpful and location is good

Cons:

The photos are misleading on booking com. It was not showing real photos and very disappointing.
I never stayed like this .
With kids I want nice room with attached bathroom .

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Milinbhai • family_with_children • au
6
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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tahir • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Kaewgrood • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

Cleaned apartment

Cons:

Nill

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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David • family_with_children • au
2
2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Wajahat • family_with_children • it
1
2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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ELIZABETH • family_with_children • au
5
Very basic
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

The shared bathroom/showers was old, outdated and nowhere to put your clothes. No tv in room. Basically just the beds.

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Petrina • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-07-07 • via Nuitee