The African Reef

Hotels
8 (1540 reviews)
5 Broadhead Avenue , Geraldton , au

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Terrace
Family rooms
BBQ facilities
Express check-in/check-out
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and spacious
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Missing basic amenities
Cold and uninviting atmosphere

Categories

Cleanliness
8
The reviews indicate that the place was clean, but some noted cold and uninviting aspects.
Service
8.5
Staff were described as accommodating and friendly, contributing positively to the experience.
Location
9
Multiple reviews praised the location, particularly its convenience to the beach and town.
Room Quality
7.5
Rooms were noted as spacious but lacking in essential amenities.
Amenities
7
Several missing amenities were pointed out, such as kitchen equipment and proper fittings.
Value for Money
8
Some reviews mentioned the pricing was reflective of what was offered, which indicates reasonable value.
Food and Beverage
8
There was no significant mention, assuming standard hotel offerings.
Overall Experience
8
Guests had a mixed experience but some positive remarks helped balance the overall impression.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 04:03

Property Description

Stunning Beach Views
Wake up to the breathtaking sight of Tarcoola Beach right outside your window at The African Reef.

Relax by the Pool
Unwind in our outdoor pool or enjoy a sizzling BBQ at our designated area, perfect for soaking up the sun and enjoying the ocean breeze.

Convenient Location
Explore the nearby Batavia Coast Marina and the historic HMAS Sydney II Memorial, just a short drive away. With Geraldton Airport also in close proximity, your vacation begins the moment you land.

Experience the beauty of Geraldton from the comfort of The African Reef. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

Please note that this hotel does not accept payments with American Express and Diners Club credit cards.This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
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.
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 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: GET

Property Policies

  • Internet

    No internet access available.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 10 years old stay for AUD 35 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    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
Based on 1540 reviews
Cleanliness: 8
Service: 8.5
Location: 9
Room Quality: 7.5
Amenities: 7
Value for Money: 8
Food and Beverage: 8
Overall Experience: 8
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Marianne • extended_group • ch
10
Pros:

Schöne saubere Unterkunft

Cons:

Nichts

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Scotland • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

Amazing room and location. Staff were so friendly and helpful

Cons:

That i didn't stay longer!

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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jeffrey • solo_traveller • au
10
Love this place
Pros:

View

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Denis • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Zongqing • couple • au
8
Pros:

The room is big and comfortable.

2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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Hartley • couple • au
7
The room was good but as the restaurant was closed we had to trek into the town for dinner.
Pros:

The room was clean and comfortable and the staff were lovely.
Glad that the gates were locked after 6 pm and that cars were secure.

Cons:

We were looking forward to breakfast and dinner at the restaurant, however, the restaurant was in the throes of renovation and was closed.
The small veranda needed sweeping.
We could not get to the beach due to a huge sandhill.

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Nicole • family_with_children • au
8
2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Kylee • family_with_children • au
9
The perfect spot to stop while in Geraldton.
Pros:

Clean and very comfortable for a family of four. Wish we had two nights at least so we could have made use of the pool. The beach sand dunes adjacent were perfect for sunset watching and exploring.

Cons:

The kitchenette needed a sharp knife.

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Bridgitte • family_with_children • au
10
Great value for money. Clean and great location near the beach.
Pros:

Freshly rennovated and lovely staff. Plenty of parking. Great view.

Cons:

nil

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Margaret • family_with_children • nz
7
Very comfortable
Pros:

Good

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • couple • au
9
Renovated motel in quiet location yet within handy reach to foreshores of Geraldton.
Pros:

The property is being freshly renovated and the welcoming team on reception made this a great stopover during our recent travels. The location is right opposite the beachfront in a quiet location and yet within a 6 minute easy drive to all the eateries on the foreshore of Geraldton. We stayed in a studio room, very nicely decorated with microwave, toaster, kettle and plates and cutlery for two. Large bathroom and super clean; secure parking overnight.

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Luke • solo_traveller • au
8
Overall good
Pros:

Staff were super friendly and the place felt secure. Good value for money

Cons:

Skid marks in the toilet, shower dripping and stairs right outside my door felt a bit dangerous.

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
M
Margaret • family_with_children • nz
7
Very comfortable
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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GRAEME • solo_traveller • au
7
Enjoyable
Pros:

Clean, well equipped and good location

Cons:

Nothing in particular

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Anne • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Everything

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Little • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Sue • family_with_children • au
8
Pros:

Inside the villa was clean and had been recently refurbished. Would definitely stay again.

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Heidemarie • couple • au
8
2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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Neha • couple • au
8
Gorgeous location
Pros:

The view of the ocean from the balcony was very nice. Bedroom was nicely decorated.

Cons:

The bed was too small my husband’s legs won’t fit in the bed. And also bed seemed very flimsy.

2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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Leonie Martin • solo_traveller • au
7
Nice clean comfortable room with ocean views and a great balcony
Pros:

The room was clean and tidy and had everything I needed. The staff were really lovely and very helpful.The late checkout was very much appreciated as I had to hang around until late to catch a plane. Lovely ocean view and a great balcony.

Cons:

I didn't have a vehicle and I didn't realise it was 5km out of the CBD and not really located near cafes or places to eat.

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee