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Focus Apartments

Focus Apartments 114 The Esplanade, Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast, Queensland 4217 Australia
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#51 of 124 condos in Surfers Paradise
Location
4.5
Cleanliness
3.4
Service
3.7
Value
3.6
Focus Apartments is situated at 114 The Esplanade, Surfers Paradise - we're the round, 32 storey, white building that's right opposite the beach. We are within easy walking distance of Cavill Avenue - the hub of Surfers Paradise. With convenient underground parking and intercom security access, Focus welcomes you to the Gold Coast, 365 days a year.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
Vending machine
Beach
Game room
Car hire
Parking garage
Wifi
Paid internet
Hot tub
Outdoor pool
Heated pool
Fence around pool
Sauna
Tennis court
Table tennis
Spa
BBQ facilities
Baggage storage
Convenience store
Non-smoking hotel
Self-serve laundry
Washing machine
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Room features
Additional bathroom
Private balcony
Seating area
Sofa
Kitchenette
Dishwasher
Flatscreen TV
Bath / shower
Telephone
Iron
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Microwave
Refrigerator
Kitchenware
iPod docking station
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
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Room types
Ocean view
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
4.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Ocean View
Great View
Languages Spoken
English
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Sherpa41687680592 wrote a review Sep 2023
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Booked 3 months ahead and requested for a high level. Sent multiple messages and emails to their office but only got 1 reply and that was it.No one bothers here and totally no customer service from them.Upon arriving,we got a level 2 and the apartment was in darn bad condition! Pipes were leaking in both bathrooms and they were so rusty that we were sickened out! Our stay was 2-8 Sep '23 Balcony was in dirty condition and looks like no one bothere to scrub it to remove the moulds on the floor. Spoke to reception and the lady that worked was a casual staff and she referred me to her Manager by the name of Gaven.He was not in on a Sunday so I called in on a Monday and he was such a rude person!He cut me off while I was talking before I even requested to change to a better and higher level apartment!I had no idea that someone could be this rude tackling customer's queries! This will be our last stay here.Never ever again we will even consider staying here again!Attaching photos.Understand it is not exactly a new building but the service from the Manager and the cleanliness is atrocious! -100% on everything here and pls stay far away! Book at your own risk!
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Date of stay: September 2023
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hanh n wrote a review Jul 2023
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Never book apartment here via Wise Rentals LLC (Level 54 111 Eagle Street Brisbane Qld 4000). They are really really bad agency you can ever expect. We never experienced such a terrible travel situation like this that before. Why I said that: - They did not give any instruction before we arrived so it took us 2 hours trying to contact them and Agoda (we book via Agoda) to get into the apartment. - They did not even giving excuse but also insulting us - Most of all, they did not return our deposit back at check out (we couldn’t contact them by any means after arrival). They even lied to Agoda that we did not return their keys after check out (which certainly not) in order to explain why they did not return our bond. So please check carefully the name of the agency/company which you intend to hire the apartments at Focus apartments. And never paying in advance, especially with deposit.
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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OnAir30191393109 wrote a review Mar 2023
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Booked directly to the Focus for 6 nights in Sep 22 asked for high floor NE aspect never was told of works planned at time of booking. Arrived was given low floor NW aspect could hear trams every seven minutes, windows were filthy, bed was well used and at 7.30 am next morning, I was blasted out of bed by industrial drilling which vibrated the entire building. No paying guest should be subjected to that. Told management I wanted out and a refund and was informed that an email was sent to all guests offering a refund or a discount a few weeks before. Focus are hanging of a disclaimer to fool guests out of their money, I challenge them to place their disclaimer on the first page so guest can see it. For the record I was offered a partial refund still not satisfied.
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Date of stay: March 2023
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Trip type: Traveled solo
Room Tip: Check if they still have works or just go somewhere else
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Christy wrote a review Oct 2022
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We stayed at Focus apartments for almost two weeks. The three bedroom apartment was a good size and was pretty well appointed. But it was in need of a thorough professional cleaning as there was mould on the door and window frames, in the bathrooms and in and on the heat pumps, plus the bed linens needed to be replaced as they did not smell clean. Finally our apartment needed some maintenance as there was evidence of years worth of wear and tear on the walls, doors and door frames. The location is great however and is within easy walking distance of shops, restaurants and cafes and the sea is just across the road. The pool area and grounds were well maintained.
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Traveled with family
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Shelley H wrote a review Sep 2022
Christchurch, New Zealand76 contributions20 helpful votes
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I have to say I was so excited to stay here and the photos looked great, plus the rating of 4 star was also great. We were actually shocked when we went to our ‘Superior Apartment’, it was horrific! Large chunks of paint peeling and falling off the ceiling, rusted door hinges, door handle falling out of one door, dining chairs all ripped, filthy rugs, marks all over the walls! Since when is that 4 star? I felt sick and so upset. I managed to get a hold of the duty manager (no one else there on weekends) he gave us another apartment which was much better but still not 4 star, maybe a 3. Note …Wifi is patchy if you are on high levels. We then had to move a few days later as those owners were coming to stay. The 3rd apartment was not as good and I don’t consider a cracked bathroom vanity with cigarette burns 4 star either sorry. Wifi was much better as it was a mid-level apartment. To summarise, the views are good, the balconies do block the views though, some have windows in them but you can’t see well out of them. The apartments are all separately owned and don’t all look like the photos provided and the standards obviously vary. Suggest the management review all the apartments and provide 2, 3 & 4 star options for rental on sites. None of our 3 ‘Superior’ apartments were 4 star. We won’t stay here again. The staff were lovely though.
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Date of stay: August 2022
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Jackie D wrote a review Sep 2022
Whakatāne, New Zealand73 contributions37 helpful votes
We booked a 3-bedroom apartment over 9 nights and I was disappointed that we did not get the ocean views advertised and requested. If I had known this we would have booked elsewhere. The apartment however was clean although the handles were falling off the kitchen cupboards and a few essentials like a simple can opener were missing. On our third day we asked where the vax was and told our apartment didn't get one.
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Date of stay: August 2022
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Rose R wrote a review Aug 2022
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Had a booking for 9 nights. 1st night continued hammering from the floor above us until 3am. Complained to management next morning and asked if there was renovations and was advised no. Management said they would investigate. They never came to check in with us. After 4 nights we pulled the pin and checked out. Upon check out wasn’t even asked why we were leaving. Wouldn’t recommend unless you can sleep with lots of noise. Oh and it’s right next to the tram line to so that noise is the worst as well
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Date of stay: August 2022Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Kate C wrote a review Mar 2022
Brisbane, Australia105 contributions44 helpful votes
Loved it! Apartment 75. Great views, both to the coast and the hinterland. Well appointed kitchen, lounge and two bathrooms, the apartment was three bedrooms with two queen beds and two singles. Staff were excellent. Focus is an apartment block with an old school vibe. However the unit was furnished well which included a dishwasher, washing machine, dryer etc and pretty much everything you need! The only downside was one car park per apartment. We had two families so one group had to find a park on the street. Not worth removing a star for that though!
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Date of stay: March 2022Trip type: Traveled with family
Room Tip: Parking is an issue if you have more than one vehicle.
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Lisa S wrote a review Mar 2022
Brisbane, Australia1 contribution1 helpful vote
We booked Focus Apartments through Booking.com almost a year ago and a few weeks before our Easter 2022 stay I was contacted by management and told that there had been an error and that we were never allocated a room. No apology. Initially there no offer to help find accommodation, and I was told "this has happened previously, it's a problem with the system". This was weeks before Easter long weekend and everything had tripled in price by then. I am suspicious that the property overbooks! I can see on Booking.com that they have Easter 2023 available for a similar price. Don't book here unless you are willing to have your booking cancelled! We have family coming from Sydney and it was just a terribly stressful experience trying to find alternative accommodation at the last minute. And honestly, management just did not care in my view. After almost a week of back and forth with the property, Booking.com did eventually find us alternative accommodation. I will never book with this property again.
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Date of stay: March 2022
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Tyson_traveller wrote a review Feb 2022
Sydney, Australia85 contributions62 helpful votes
Extremely disappointed with our recent stay. First major issue NO AIRCON!! we are in QLD in the peak of summer on the 23rd floor and no AC in the whole apartment. We resorted to leaving all the sliding doors wide open to try and get a breeze through but this doesn't help with humidity or trying to sleep at night with noise from traffic and ocean. Ceiling fans in rooms but again not sufficient. 2nd issue both single bed bases had broken legs and I had to move both kids mattresses onto the floor as the beds were not level. Our mattress was absolutely terrible, no cushion left in the mattress at all and was sleeping on rocks. We had the worst sleep over the 5 nights we were there. Next this may only seem minor but extremely annoying, the toaster wouldn't work and kept tripping the fuse on the switchboard when trying to use it. I did make contact with reception and explained my issues, in regards to the AC I was told as the building was built in the 70's it was up to the owners if they fitted AC. The kids beds she was going to send someone up the following day to have a look and see what they could do - no one ever came.I did request a change of room but as we were in peak season they were fully booked and nothing could be done. Only positive aspects are Location and View but what good is that when you can't enjoy it. Extremely disappointed.
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Date of stay: January 2022Trip type: Traveled with family
Room Tip: - Avoid room 92. - Car park has a very low clearance of 1.9m
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$175 - $302 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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LOCATION
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NUMBER OF ROOMS
55
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Frequently Asked Questions about Focus Apartments
Which popular attractions are close to Focus Apartments?
Nearby attractions include Gold Coast Snow Park (0.1 miles), Adrenalin Park (0.10 miles), and Stingray (0.05 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Focus Apartments?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and a fitness center.
Which room amenities are available at Focus Apartments?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Focus Apartments?
Guests can enjoy barbeque facilities during their stay.
Is parking available at Focus Apartments?
Yes, free parking, a parking garage, and secured parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Focus Apartments?
Conveniently located restaurants include Bazaar, Yamagen Japanese Restaurant, and Chiangmai Thai Restaurant.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Focus Apartments?
Yes, guests have access to a pool, a fitness center, and a sauna during their stay.
Is Focus Apartments located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.3 miles away from the center of Surfers Paradise.
Are any cleaning services offered at Focus Apartments?
Yes, self serve laundry and a washing machine are offered to guests.
Are there any historical sites close to Focus Apartments?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Post Office Gallery (2.4 miles).
Does Focus Apartments have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the ocean view available here.