I seen the new Pavilion section being built 2 years ago so was keen to sit out the back of the pub, facing the water and enjoy a great meal. was excited to hear they had smokers for meat loving boys. but the menu was tiny and basic. 4 adults ate: MaiMai fish, Battered fish and Chips, Brisket and loaded fries. I had the loaded fries which was great. the 3 other meals were not good, meat was cold on the brisket, fish was battered with 2 inches of batter! Mai fish was over cooked (I think). really disappointing, wont go back. shame, i should have just sat at the side or upstairs and had a good old schnitzel ? the waitresses were nice, but perhaps still a bit green and learning. not tips from me on this trip :(
Location is fantastic, you’re a stones throw away from the shops and beach but besides that; I can really say anything more positive about the accommodation. While I understand Canberra Day long weekend, prices go crazy at the south coast everywhere, and $400 plus a night at this place was cheap; in comparison to others we saw. At the best of times however I wouldn’t pay probs more than $120 a night for this place. Room ridiculously small. Bathroom old and pokey. Soap dispenser fell off wall after first use and couldn’t be reattached, not enough towels. The whole motel could do with a refreshing maybe. I did like that there was a microwave, tea and coffee; but not enough milk. Free parking was a good point also. The linen and blankets in the cupboards were in desperate need of a wash.