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Couran Cove Resort

Gold Coast , South Stradbroke Island (Show on Map)

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Summary of reviewsCouran Cove Resort is a picturesque escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, offering a beautiful natural setting with wildlife running free. Families will appreciate the safe atmosphere, allowing kids to play and explore the surroundings. Biking around the island is a popular activity with bike hire included in the cost of stay. The waterfront restaurant offers delicious meals with a stunning view. The resort's proximity to the Gold Coast provides access to various activities and food choices. The location was a highlight for many and some praised the views from their rooms.

The breakfast and dinner at Couran Cove Resort received mixed reviews from guests with some finding the food to be mediocre and overpriced, while others enjoyed the cafe food and wood-fired pizza. The Marlin Restaurant received negative feedback for slow service and unacceptable coffee. However, there were some positive comments about the buffet breakfast being reasonably priced and the food at the restaurant being very good.

The Couran Cove Resort offers a range of lovely apartments that are well equipped for a comfortable stay. Despite a few negative reviews about cleanliness and some outdated features, the majority of guests praised the size and space of their rooms with many highlighting stunning views and quiet surroundings.

Couran Cove Resort has mixed reviews when it comes to cleanliness with some guests having issues with dirty rooms, stained carpets and run-down facilities. However, others reported clean studios, villas and apartments.

Guests who have visited Couran Cove Resort had mixed experiences with the staff. A majority of the reviews had positive things to say about the staff being friendly, helpful and going above and beyond to make their stay enjoyable. However, some guests found the service to be poor and unprofessional and even rude.

The Couran Cove Resort boasts a great pool area with a lap pool, main swimming pool and outdoor pool that are all clean and well-kept. Kids will have a blast with plenty of pool equipment to play with and kayaks and bikes to use too. The pool bar is also a highlight, offering refreshing drinks and snacks.

Couran Cove Resort is a great family getaway, perfect for those with kids. The hotel has enough things to keep the kids busy and entertained. The resort provides a safe family atmosphere, making it an excellent place for families to have a great time.

While there were a few negative comments about the beds at Couran Cove Resort, most guests had a comfortable stay. The beds were described as very comfortable by some, but others felt they needed to be replaced due to being uncomfortable or in bad condition.

Overall, Couran Cove Resort provides a great spacious accommodation in a nice location with plenty of amenities for families, although some rooms may need a bit of TLC. The resort is a fantastic spot to enjoy your vacation with plenty to do and see.
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6.2

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Location

Couran Cove Resort offers a picturesque escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. The remote location tucked away on an island offers a beautiful natural setting with wildlife running free. Guests can also arrive in their boats and moor at the marina. The island itself is stunning with beaches, rainforest walks and breathtaking views. Families will appreciate the safe atmosphere, allowing kids to play and explore the surroundings. Biking around the island is a popular activity with bike hire included in the cost of stay. The waterfront restaurant offers delicious meals with a stunning view. The resort's proximity to the Gold Coast provides access to various activities and food choices. The location was a highlight for many and some praised the views from their rooms. The only downside is that it can be hard to find, but overall guests agreed that Couran Cove Resort's location was fantastic.

Breakfast

The breakfast at Couran Cove Resort received mixed reviews from guests. While some commented on the limited menu and cold, bland buffet, others enjoyed the cafe food and wood fired pizza. The Marlin Restaurant received negative feedback for slow service and unacceptable coffee with some meals sent back after only one bite. However, there were some positive comments about the buffet breakfast being reasonably priced and the food at the restaurant being very good. Guests also appreciated the yummy coffees and nice coffee in the cafe. Overall, guests had varying opinions on the breakfast options at Couran Cove Resort.

Dinner

Guests at Couran Cove Resort had mixed experiences with the hotel's dinner offerings. Some found the food to be mediocre, overpriced and lacking in options, while others thoroughly enjoyed their meals. Some guests complained about long wait times, poor service and limited opening hours for the restaurant and bars. However, others praised the excellent bar service and delicious pizzas. The Beach Cafe was particularly notable for its stunning sunset views and the Sticky Date dessert was a hit. Families with children felt that kids' meals were too small and not filling enough. While some guests felt that the restaurant and pool bar had good food, others complained about the limited menu and lack of fresh, healthy options. Overall, guests found the dinner experience to be hit-or-miss and varied depending on several factors such as the day of the week and staffing levels.

Rooms

The Couran Cove Resort offers a range of lovely apartments that are well equipped for a comfortable stay. Despite a few negative reviews about cleanliness and some outdated features, the majority of guests praised the size and space of their rooms with many highlighting stunning views and quiet surroundings. Self-catering facilities were also appreciated, although some reviewers noted a lack of cooking utensils or bench space. However, the majority of guests found their accommodation to be clean, comfortable and perfect for their needs. Some even described their room as extra large or deluxe with private balconies and great design. Overall, the resort provides great spacious accommodation in a nice location with plenty of amenities for families, although some rooms may need a bit of TLC.

Beds

While there were a few negative comments about the beds at Couran Cove Resort, most guests had a comfortable stay. The beds were described as very comfortable by some, but others felt they needed to be replaced due to being uncomfortable or in bad condition. Some guests did mention issues like a lack of bed light for reading and air conditioning leaks, but overall the beds were satisfactory. The pillows did receive some negative comments with some describing them as hard like bricks. It is worth noting that some rooms had only two blankets for four people and one room had two single beds instead of a double.

Cleanliness

Couran Cove Resort has mixed reviews when it comes to cleanliness. Some guests had issues with dirty rooms, stained carpets and run down facilities. However, others reported clean studios, villas and apartments. The pool was described as fabulous and beautiful. The gym, on the other hand, was horrible. Some guests experienced mould in showers, dirty linen and broken amenities. The resort was also criticized for its lack of cleaning products and cooking utensils in houses. Despite the mixed reviews, some guests found the accommodation to be comfortable and clean with great outlooks.

Staff

Guests who have visited Couran Cove Resort had mixed experiences with the staff. A majority of the reviews had positive things to say about the staff being friendly, helpful and going above and beyond to make their stay enjoyable. However, some guests found the service to be poor and unprofessional and even rude. The receptionist, in particular, received criticism for being unhelpful. Guests found the restaurant staff and activities room staff to be polite and professional. The lady who hired out bikes and kayaks was especially noted for being lovely and helpful. The GM Andreas and the young barman were highly praised for their fantastic service. The cafe staff, especially Tania the Brazilian lady, were commended for their kindness and willingness to help. On the other hand, some guests found the resort to be understaffed, leading to long wait times for service. Additionally, some guests thought that staff lacked knowledge, were unapologetic and occasionally rude. Overall, while some guests had negative experiences, most found the staff at Couran Cove Resort to be helpful and friendly, though there is certainly room for improvement in some areas.

Pool

The Couran Cove Resort boasts a great pool area with a lap pool, main swimming pool and outdoor pool that are all clean and well-kept. Kids will have a blast with plenty of pool equipment to play with and kayaks and bikes to use too. The pool bar is also a highlight, offering refreshing drinks and snacks. While the food at the pool cafe can have a two-hour wait, there are plenty of other dining options to choose from. The only downside is that the resort lacks a fitness center. Nonetheless, the facilities are clean and adequate with a games room and limited activities available. Overall, the pool area is a fantastic spot to enjoy your vacation with plenty to do and see.

Family

Couran Cove Resort is a great family getaway, perfect for those with kids. The hotel has enough things to keep the kids busy and entertained. The kids enjoyed exploring the different areas of the resort on the push bikes that came with the room. Activities like cycling and swimming were popular with the younger ones. The resort provides a safe family atmosphere, making it an excellent place for families to have a great time. The property offers great facilities and families can even bring their boat. However, the kids' playground area and floating kids' slide were in poor condition and not safe for children. Despite some shortcomings, Couran Cove Resort is a great place for a getaway that is close to home and affordable. Families loved their stay here and highly recommend it for other families looking for a great holiday.

Yes, Couran Cove Resort has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Children's Pool, Outdoor Pool.

No, a spa isn't available at Couran Cove Resort.

No, Couran Cove Resort doesn't allow dogs.

No, parking facilities aren't available at Couran Cove Resort.

No, Couran Cove Resort doesn't have a gym.

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