Charbonnier Motor Inn

“Comfortable basic accomodation, friendly & considerate staff”

Charbonnier Singleton I stayed here three nights for work. It is located on the main street just a few minutes away from the city centre. The staff at the reception has been friendly even since before coming here when I communicated on the phone. Compared to my previous accommodation – Francis Phi… lisää

Charbonnier Singleton I stayed here three nights for work. It is located on the main street just a few minutes away from the city centre. The staff at the reception has been friendly even since before coming here when I communicated on the phone. Compared to my previous accommodation – Francis Phillip Motor Inn, this has a proper foyer and reception area. It is a rather quaint motor inn with elaborate and decorative architecture, and nice little touches such as a little library, water and paper cups. Yes, basic, but not at all basic accommodation (eg Francis Phillip). My room was compact but comfortable. A queen bed and a smaller single bed, plus wardrobe. Been an older building, there are not too many power points. I enjoyed having a small balcony and being able to open the sliding door which had fly screen. Outside is a plastic table and chairs with an ashtray for smokers. Despite being on the main road, it is slightly set in and as a consequence, do not get subjected to the traffic noise. Instead, all I heard was birds. (Note- avoid parking under trees!!! I overlooked a very tall tree and the next morning, my car was like a Xmas tree covered with baubles - not the nice type lol). The bathroom had no storage space but just a bench. The basin is shallow and will not fit a larger water bottle (tip!). There is a microwave, plastic kettle and toaster, bar fridge. They were also kind enough to provide cutlery and plates, kitchen towel and napkin, which was thoughtful. I had wanted self-contained accommodation but it has been booked out, hence providing cutlery for me. Comfortable bed and shower. Blockout curtain and sheer curtain for privacy and functionality. The doors aren’t very soundproof and it can be quite loud when people enter and exit, which is not very often, thankfully. Although I can also hear their conversations when standing in the corridor, they subside when I enter my room. Wi-Fi is variable. Sometimes offering 32 Mbps upload, but often times dropping out with no reception. This also was the case with my mobile phone reception (Vodafone). Apparently Telstra offers better coverage here. Great if you’re after a digital detox! There is a guest laundry which cost $5 to use and operates between 8 am and 8 pm. There is also a pool and tennis court, with the same operating hours. The restaurant offers meals for dining and also complimentary breakfast – tea, coffee, toast, cereal, fruit. The atmosphere is lovely in the morning- dine in or sit in the courtyard in sunshine. Even though the building is a little rundown and could do with a refurbishment, I found the accommodation basic but comfortable and enjoyable. Lawrence at the reception was particularly friendly and kind. It was good to see a feedback questionnaire left in the room. Of course, I gave positive review and would not hesitate to return. Come here for a reliable and comfortable stay, if you’re not seeking anything fancy and impeccable.

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