Bannisters by the Sea Mollymook

Lovely staff at check in, the ocean deluxe room facing east was wonderful, spotted whales and dolphins too during our stay. The breakfasts are really fresh and generous, the pizza and cocktails on arrival were sublime and provided by a warm and professional waiter 'Dimitris' who went above and beyond to make sure we were happy. Lovely ambience, overall a great experience, we will be back!

Bannisters at Mollymook provides a sublime getaway experience. My stay was delightful, characterized by excellent service and breathtaking ocean views. The rooms were clean and well-appointed, offering a perfect blend of comfort and style. Dining at Rick Stein's restaurant was an exceptional experience, with fresh, locally-sourced seafood dishes that were both innovative and delicious. The staff were attentive and genuinely friendly, enhancing the overall stay with their warm hospitality. Additionally, the location is superb, with easy access to the beach and nearby attractions. Overall, Bannisters at Mollymook exceeded my expectations in every way. Whether you're looking for a romantic escape or a peaceful retreat, this hotel offers an ideal combination of luxury and relaxation. I couldn't be happier with my stay and highly recommend it to anyone seeking a high-quality coastal experience.

don’t go if you are not a couple. singles -Not good enough for Bannisters By the Sea. No twin beds. Fine ALL other places have Queen beds that can be made into singles. Seemingly too simple for Bannisters by the Sea. Bigots. We are 2 sisters travelling together and this was for my birthday. If I get the chance to badmouth you I will.

This is an outstanding hotel. I could park close to my room, which was very easily entered without having to go down a corridor. The room itself was most tastefully furnished, spotlessly clean and very well equipped and maintained. There was a beautiful panoramic view of the sea from the front windows. It was wonderful going to sleep with the sound of waves. There was also a sliding insect screen. The bed was most comfortable and the air conditioning worked quietly and well. The bathroom was perhaps a little small but had a good shower and plenty of high quality towels. Contrary to another review I saw, the toilet in my bathroom was quite close to the shower but not in it. Binoculars were thoughtfully provided to admire the view. Staff members I encountered were polite and helpful. Dinner in the restaurant was particularly good. Ambience and service there were excellent. I also enjoyed breakfast although I would have preferred it to start at 7.00 am rather than 7.30 am. There is much lovely coastal scenery near the hotel that I saw on my walks from it. I can highly recommend this hotel and will stay in it again.

Nested in a precious corner of Mollymook, Bannister by the Sea didn’t disappoint. With its stunning views, green surroundings and chic environment, is worth spending some time there . Rick Stein chose well when he decided to have one of his restaurants there. The food was delicious!. It’s not a 5-star review because there was an incident with the pedicurist that the manager solved quickly and the access to the rooms doesn’t make justice to what is inside and beyond: the most spectacular view of the ocean.

This is the most disappointing place I have ever visited. What you get is way off the mark for the price. The best part of Bannisters by the Sea is view. Our room had a beautiful view over the sea and the pool. However everything else was a disappointment for the price we paid. It’s basically a motel. All rooms go directly to the outside straight into the car park. Every morning of our stay the cleaners woke us up at 7.45 banging their mop buckets and bins directly outside our room. If we forgot the do not disturb sign they were knocking at 9am to clean our room!! The service was entirely for the benefit of staff timetables. Breakfast was 7.30-10 am strict, so no good if you’re after a lazy morning or prefer to eat breakfast after exercise. We arrived at 9.50 one morning to find the buffet being packed away and were told that we’d better be quick as the kitchen closes at 10. We had the same luck at the pool bar when we were told at 2.35 pm that the kitchen closed at 2.30!! There wasn’t much emphasis on providing what guests want. It was a rigid timetable that guests had to adhere to. Our room was pleasant but was nowhere near what you expect at this price. The room was tired and poorly designed (no plugs by mirrors so had to stand in the bathroom to dry hair, horrid carpets, toilet IN the shower!). We also had an awful time with crickets during our stay. They were everywhere. I was even disappointed with the Rick Stein restaurant. It was nice but nothing special at all and the decor was tired. There isn’t a great deal to do in Mollymook so I would recommend a car. We had a nice day out a Cupitts Winery and drove to some beaches further north (Hyams Beach and Green Patch beach where there’s lots of kangaroos and wallabys). So, I do not recommend this place. There are thousands of places in the world and quite a few in Australia where you will get much more for your money. I

This is our 4th time here and it’s still great. We had room 22 which is a suite overlooking the ocean and the pool . Everything was wonderful. We had dinner in the Rick Stein restaurant ( see separate review) , drinks at the pool bar, in room dining and all were top notch. Staff were efficient and friendly ( special shout out to the lady who brought our in room dining meals) . The room itself is stunning and the bed comfy. No complaints al all.

During our stay at Bannisters By the Sea, we opted for the Ocean Deluxe room with a south-facing view. The room provided wonderful ocean views, which created the soothing sound of waves crashing against the rocks at night. While the bathroom was functional, we found it to be on the smaller side, with the peculiar arrangement of having the toilet within the shower. One highlight of our stay was dining at the Pool Bar, which pleasantly surprised us with its excellent food quality and service. In fact, we enjoyed it so much that we returned for a second night. An unexpected treat was watching dolphins swimming in the ocean from the Pool Bar. After experiencing both Bannisters By the Sea and Bannisters at Port Stephens, I can confidently say that Bannisters By the Sea has become my preferred choice for accommodation. With its stunning ocean views, excellent dining options, quality service and memorable moments like spotting dolphins, it was the perfect weekend escape.

Bannisters Pavilion is so overrated. - Rooms are well below average. - Pool is tiny. - Your view is directed at houses and the street. - Very Limited parking. - A lot of maintenance needed - Receptionist not helpful I ignored two friends warnings about their terrible experiences at Banisters. I dismissed both of them and was sold by the pictures on Bannisters socials and website. The photographer should get an award.