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Reviews of Leisure Lee Holiday Apartments

Leisure Lee Holiday Apartments
6 Easton Place, East Ballina, NSW

Reviews

7.6

Good

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Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 95 reviews" "

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ruth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
For the price this is a lovely apartment . It was large and bright
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Evan

Travelled with partner
View beautiful Climbing two flights stairs, hand rail not the safest
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Lee

Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

4/10 Poor

Malcolm

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ad says unit is self contained with everything you need. There is a fridge, however the freezer was unusable because it hadn’t been defrosted for I don’t know how long. There was an ice cube tray imbedded in it that couldn’t be removed. There was sufficient crockery however the cutlery was a mash up. 4 dessert spoons 3 forks and one knife. The unit is for 2 people so not sure how 2 can eat with one knife. Info says to keep things clean but no tea towel,only a dust pan and brush for keeping floor clean. The property is old but needs some tlc not really worth the price. There is an office but wasn’t anyone there for the time we were there. The only positive thing I can say is that the location and view was good.

6/10 Okay

Don

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
served the purpose of our visit

6/10 Okay

Tracy

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Probably wouldn’t go back
The reception office was not attended at all during our 2 night stay so, grateful we didn’t need anything. The apartment was very dated but it was clean. The location is handy though.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
A good spot
Excellent location. Quiet. Property is a little tired, but clean and neat. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Fabulous views, spot on conditions in the apartment was a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nova

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our weekend at Leisure Lee. Was definitely as described retro and like stepping back in time. Apartment was clean with plenty of room with the best view.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

4/10 Poor

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well priced. Good view. Older building but well kept
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
Response from Chris on 5 Jan 2021
Hello! Thank you for your positive review. It is really appreciated. Chris @ Leisure Lee.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Response from Chris on 5 Jan 2021
Thanks you for your positive review. Chris @ Leisure Lee.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Fantastic views from very large penthouse. Very helpful service. Minor comments: Dated furniture. The interlocking door to the neighbouring room is poorly sealed allowing sounds and smells to waft through. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
Response from Kate on 18 Jul 2020
Hello, Thanks so much for your review and suggestions. The Penthouse is next on the list for an update. Hope to see you again. All the best.

8/10 Good

Sandra

It was ok for a week. I stayed in a small singlé motel style room
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from Kate on 18 Jul 2020
Hello, Thanks for your review. Hope to see you again. All the best.

8/10 Good

Donna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The apartment was spacious, great location and had lovely views. Very quiet too. Kate was most accommodating and very helpful. We forgot a few of our personal things and she was kind enough to post them for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and tidy... being an older building it could be described as tired. The upstairs people were unrealisingly noisy with the way they walked around in their apartment. The views from the facility were amazing. Also the proximity to services was very good.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome view of the river. Walk to coffee in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Response from Bruce on 9 Jul 2019
Thanks for your positive feedback. We hope you may come again

8/10 Good

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stuart from Tassie
Stayed 2 nights at Leisure Lee apartments in a very small room but that was our choice as we were visiting my daughter who lives next door so wouldn't be using the room other than to sleep in .. if your were considering a longer stay they have larger apartments with what looks like a fantastic view .. our room was very very tired overpriced for what you got but had a comfortable bed and a good shower .. also no signage and a very funny gravel road leading up to it lucky we were using gps ... Bruce the owner was very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Dianne

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stopover while travelling south
The apartment has views of the coast from the front balcony and the river from the rear of the property. Quite well equipped for a longer stay than our 1 night. There is a caravan park a couple of minutes walk away with a convenience store. The bed was comfortable, bathroom clean but a little more detail needed with general cleaning.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
Response from Bruce on 24 May 2019
Dianne, Thanks for your feedback

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful and great views and larger and more comfortable than expected
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Response from Bruce on 21 May 2019
Thank you for your review

6/10 Okay

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
Not the best!!
Unfortunately the unit left a lot to be desired and I would not stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Response from Bruce on 8 May 2019
I'm sorry Ross that you were disappointed. If you come again you might bring your wife Carol and prefer one of our fully self contained apartments with more space and a great view.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Response from Bruce on 8 May 2019
Thanks for your positive response

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The apartment is in a great location and has lovely relaxing views!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Response from Bruce on 20 Mar 2019
Thank you for your positive review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect spot, overlooking the water. Very friendly staff who helped us with everything we needed. The unit was clean and fresh and everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Edmonton, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
These apartments are located in a prime location in East Ballina right on the river. Bruce, the owner greeted us warmly and went out of his way to offer a brief tour of the property, including places to check out while in Ballina. Though this is not your "typical" motel, it has all the amenities of one as far as what's in the room. It has a certain charm to it, and getting to know Bruce a little really added to our stay there. When in the area, we will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Response from Bruce on 5 Sept 2018
Michael, I'm glad you enjoyed your stay with us and look forward to welcoming you back if you come by again.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Room comfort
Looks nothing like the picture
It is very tied ... No view of the sea from our room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Response from Bruce on 5 Sept 2018
Our location is not on the ocean but has great views over the waterway on one side. All pictures are genuine.

8/10 Good

Jim, Adelaide

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Plenty of room fantastic views
Could've been left a little cleaner, and needs some updates, but great spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Response from Bruce on 5 Sept 2018
Thanks for your feedback Jim

2/10 Terrible

Erin, Gold Coast

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Felt like school camp
Numerous signs explaining we couldn't leave the air con on whilst out of the room. It was a very hot day and the air con was not on when we arrived. Made us feel as though we were imposing. Couches were filthy. Cockroaches. And there was not even a small amount of milk for tea and coffee. For $200 a night this was appalling.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Justin, Northern Territory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Close to everything
Stayed for 5 nights over the January school holidays. The apartments are situated just outside the Ballina CBD, just over the bridge. It's only a short stroll or drive to Ballina's beaches and shops. I was studying at the time, so it was nice and quite, but plenty of nice places to walk or swim when I needed a study break! Bruce (manager) was incredibly friendly and helpful and was there (or only a phone call away) when you needed something. The breakwater wall is just across the road and is great for after dinner walks. You might even catch a glimpse of some dolphins as the sun sets! Sheltered bays are only a few minutes stroll so would be great for families, and don't have to go much further again to find beaches with some swell. Been to Ballina a few times before this, and this has 'taken the cake' in terms of location vs value for money.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely views
Plenty of room.lovely veiws.friendly and helpful owner
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

4/10 Poor

Andrew, New England

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Massively over priced for what is on offer. Rooms clean although very dated, fly screen door broken, lock on main door wouldn't work, long way from main part of town. Positive was the rooms were very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Second rate room in a Great location
Tiny room, no milk or sugar for coffee or tea. Outside stairs are uncovered and dangerous in the rain.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018
Response from Bruce on 9 Jan 2018
Graham & Gail, We do provide tea & coffee satchels as well as ground coffee as starters in our self catering facility. Yes the apartment is up a large flight of outside stairs. It was not raining but there is a hand rail either side of the staircase. The apartment has a great view of the entrance to the river and the ocean. We were able to retrieve the special pillow for you which you left behind.

10/10 Excellent

Chris, Bribie Island

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome stay
Last minute Stopover on Christmas Eve with a 10pm check in. Manager was incredibly nice and took the time to explain some tourist stuff and little hidden gems in the area. Was a beautiful spot with beautiful views. Hope to visit again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017
Response from Bruce on 9 Jan 2018
Thanks Chris, It was our pleasure Bruce- Duty Manager

2/10 Terrible

Kylie, Yass NSW

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Description of room misleading
This hotel was very disappointing. The room that I paid for was not as it was described. It was not a studio and it was not an apartment. The room was tiny outdated and unsatisfactory. No wonder the property is on the market.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome
Love it close to everything . Water view . Great owners will recommend to all ---------------------------------
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

6/10 Okay

Mature couple, Victoria

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good view
The manager was very friendly and informative. At first when I walked into the room, it looked quite nice and the view was lovely but then I went to make a cup of tea and realised I had paid far too much for this room . I had to first mop the floor with a dirty mop as my feet were sticking on the floor, then had to clean the sink in the kitchen and the bathroom sink also, I didn't clean anything else or I would have been there all day cleaning, I paid double the price than I did on the Gold Coast with an ocean view and I was extremely disappointed. I think the place is getting a new owner, so hopefully the place will get an overhaul.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

6/10 Okay

michael

hotel needs refurbishing
Great views. room shabby, facilities old. outside steps dangerous, balcony dated

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place to stay.
Stayed at nice small studio room with huge bathroom.

6/10 Okay

Luiz Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Nice little units, close to the beach
Bruce was a lovely host, great local knowledge and very hospitable. Cosy, but clean and across from the Shawy Pub, a nice local haunt overlooking the water. Very nice.

8/10 Good

Ross d

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Not fancy but Functional
Great location next to the water; great views

8/10 Good

DeeDee, australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Relaxing, roomy & great views.
Very surprising to see size of apartment & views once inside. Good location - walk to beach, pub & fish n chip shop. Quiet location.

10/10 Excellent

Reet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location with car.
Bit old and tired, but location but location was great, as we had a car. Eastern water Dragons sunning themselves and the beautiful poinciana tree, overlooking the water added to the experience. Fully self contained apartment with helpful friendly staff.

8/10 Good

Rex, Auckland

Liked: Staff & service
Fantastic views? Not really.
We had a lot of trouble finding the place. Later discovered that the road sign was totally obscured behind a hibiscus tree. Could do with better signage pointing to the location. Also, the advertising stated something like "fantastic sea views" but the view was mediocre, could only just see the water. Host was friendly and helpful though.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
too noisy
we were on the ground floor and could every footstep from the units above. The walls were paper thin and we had to pay for a dryer. The location was excellent and beds comfortable. Our sleep did not start until the people upstairs went to bed. Our day began with their footsteps early in the morning so we packed up and left.