The location was fantastic right on Cavill Mall staff helpful great place we had a self contained had all you could want. Restaurant was excellent and affordable, bottle shop, car hire . Right on public transport would not hesitate to reccomend. Only beef I had was pool was under repair so I could not swim so had a spa. more

This place is perfect for backpackers, young couples and people that want a clean, central location, value for money not families honeymooners or people that want luxury. Upon reading other reviews I thought I had to write this. I stayed in the hotel in 2003 but LOVED It. I have stayed in places all over the world and for $99... more

The one good thing about this hotel is the location. You can't get more central than this place, it's close to everything. I was traveling with a friend of mine, both of us being students, the price was fairly decent and well within our budget. And you get what you pay for - a place to sleep and shower, beds,... more

We were unfortunate enough to stay at the islander for our honeymoon. My father inlaw booked the hotel for us as a gift & thought it looked great on the website for the price. We were driving past in the shuttle bus & I said to my husband jokingly "eww, imagine if we had to stay in that place"! I... more

Worst of 6 hotels we stayed at in 2 weeks in Australia. Stayed in a 1 bedroom apartment and on arrival found the "cleaned" room had 3 dirty towels still hanging. Front desk was responsive to taking care of issue. Both days not given enough towels for # in room. Was handled quickly, but aggravating. They do not provide wash... more

This was the filthiest place I'd ever stayed. Couldn't stand for another night. Private backpacker cost you $89/night and for the hotel $98/night. Both places were horrible. With extra @15 you can stay at Vibe (5 stars hotel, on special) where the room and facilities are much2 healthier, cleaner, and more comfort. Women staffs were very rude and lack of... more

We stayed in the Islander in June/July 2005. I didn't know about Tripadvisor back then - hence the extremely belated review! When we stayed there (NOTE: This was a good few years ago, so I cant vouch for its current state!) I have to say that it wasnt that bad! Sure - its not a luxury hotel, but I wouldn't... more

for $205.00 per night the rooms were good, lots of space, BUT the A/C did not work, the lights in the room did not work, The lights were sorted after about 20 minutes, the A/C did not work all night so we got fans. The Duty manager on the evening said we would get a discount on the room, the... more

I have to say, after reading the other reviews of this hotel, im wondering whether we were staying at the same place! Thankfully, I didn't read these reviews before booking - if I did, I probably wouldn't have stayed here, and, all things considered, this is one of the better places I stayed in Australia. I arrived here with my... more