Lisa du Preez
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We stayed for a week in a 2-bedroom apartment at The Marina Hotel in Mindarie, and it was a fantastic experience. The hotel is set right in the marina, surrounded by a great selection of restaurants and bars. The facilities were excellent—a lovely pool with a terrace bar, a small grassy hill for nighttime movies, and a playground nearby. One of the highlights was spotting dolphins playing in the marina from one of our two balconies!
The apartment itself was comfortable, with great air conditioning and a bathroom bigger than my lounge room at home. However, I had mistakenly thought we would have a full kitchen, but instead, there was only the tiniest fridge I’ve ever seen—just big enough for a few small bottles of water and some milk. It did come with a kettle and cups, but since we were staying a week, we picked up a cheap toaster from Kmart and passed it on to friends when we left.
One of the most memorable moments was the wonderful New Orleans-themed night, with live music and market stalls adding to the vibrant atmosphere. Overall, it was a great stay, and the price was excellent. Would definitely recommend for a relaxing marina getaway!