Mantra Zanzibar Mooloolaba

Having stayed at another Mantra at Mooloolaba which was a bit cheaper, we thought the quite pricey Zanzibar would be even better. We asked for a room on a higher floor if possible and got level four, ocean view but not great, and which was fairly close to traffic and street noise. A two bedroom apartment, both bedrooms were compact, the ensuite had a spa bath so we used the shower in the second small bathroom. This shower needed regrouting and the screen was soap stained. There was no tv in the master bedroom. The kitchen was fully equipped but unfortunately the appliances were very well-used and the owner might consider a refurb, especially at over $400 a night. The crockery was very jaded, cheap cafeteria style. The toaster, a cheap item to replace, is an insult to guests in this price range holiday apartment. When spinning, the washing machine “walked” across the floor. The lounge was nice enough with a sea view and big screen tv. Checkin was quick and efficient, the staff member indicating an Accor Member welcome pack was in our room - two small bottles of water, the most underwhelming we’ve ever experienced. The free carparking was good, and the lifts worked quickly. Gym was quite well equipped. Sadly, we would not select this Mantra again. Mooloolaba is a nice place for a holiday.

Family (7A 3C) holiday so we had the 3 bedroom courtyard (with spa) and 2 bedroom on the 9th level. Rooms were clean neat and tidy. Great location with beach across the road, retails and restaurants below and Coles supermarket was a short walk. Helpful and friendly reception staff.

A weeks stay with no cleaning, apartment was cleaner after I left. Only one supplied toilet roll in each toilet, no laundry detergent or dishwashing detergent. Dishwasher was full of old dishes that had just been washed with water as they were water stained and soiled. I had to go to coles buy all my own then put them through the wash. Dirty tissues under the bed and ants in the kitchen with food scraps on the bench and floor. I didn’t make a big deal Of it as it was my sisters birthday so we had booked 4 seperate appartments. Was recommended to book transfers for 65 each way because according to your team they are hard to get. We had no issues with transport, and 65 is a rip off for a cab to the airport.

A long weekend get away from kids and hubbies went perfectly. The 2 level penthouse was more than comfortable and spacious with a nice size balcony. We all had a good nights sleep in our beds with quality pillows. We all agreed we would stay again.

We had 4 days at the zanzibar with 9 school friends. The fact that we have been friends for 45 years added to the uniqueness of the holiday. We were pleasantly surprised with the helpfulness of the staff and the accommodation was tremendous.