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Watermark Resort
38 Maloja Ave Bulcock Beach, Caloundra, Queensland 4551 Australia
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Absolute waterfront non-smoking resort with water views from every apartment. Free unlimited WiFi for guests. All apartments have patio or balcony, full-size kitchen and air-conditioning. Undercover parking and convenient walk everywhere location means you don't even need the car.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Canoeing
Fishing
Taxi service
Spa
Car park
Wifi
Pool / beach towels
Outdoor pool
Heated pool
Shallow end in pool
Fence around pool
BBQ facilities
Baggage storage
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun terrace
24-hour front desk
Express check-in / check-out
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
Washing machine
Room features
Air conditioning
Additional bathroom
Private balcony
Telephone
Kitchenette
Microwave
Flatscreen TV
Bath / shower
Iron
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Refrigerator
Kitchenware
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
Room types
Ocean view
Non-smoking rooms
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HOTEL STYLE
Harbour View
Ocean View
Languages Spoken
English, Japanese
Location
38 Maloja Ave Bulcock Beach, Caloundra, Queensland 4551 Australia
Getting there
Good for walkers
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We booked to stay here for 3 nights with our family but ended up staying for a week. We were able to extend our booking and remain in the same apartment which the hotel staff facilitated by moving other bookings around.
The hotel/apartments is well placed within Caloundra being equally placed between bulcock and golden beach with Kings beach a 20 minute walk away. The boardwalk of the hotel has views over to bulcock beach and Bridie island and was a lovely spot to watch the water traffic or just read.
The apartment we were in was large and nicely presented with everything needed for an extended stay. The only disappointment was the jacuzzi bath in the main bedroom was not working. The main bedroom had an en suite shower room and a walk in wardrobe and it’s own tv.
The pool area was lovely. It has 3 pool areas along with a spa. One of the pools is heated so ideal if not travelling in summer. Often we had the pool area to ourselves.
Close by today is a fish restaurant and a beer shop and within five minutes walk is a shopping mall.
The hotel/apartments is well placed within Caloundra being equally placed between bulcock and golden beach with Kings beach a 20 minute walk away. The boardwalk of the hotel has views over to bulcock beach and Bridie island and was a lovely spot to watch the water traffic or just read.
The apartment we were in was large and nicely presented with everything needed for an extended stay. The only disappointment was the jacuzzi bath in the main bedroom was not working. The main bedroom had an en suite shower room and a walk in wardrobe and it’s own tv.
The pool area was lovely. It has 3 pool areas along with a spa. One of the pools is heated so ideal if not travelling in summer. Often we had the pool area to ourselves.
Close by today is a fish restaurant and a beer shop and within five minutes walk is a shopping mall.
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Date of stay: January 2020
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Room Tip:Â One overlooking the pool with a side view of the sea
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Response from Brodie Thiesfield, General Manager at Watermark Resort
Responded 23 Feb 2020
Thank you for your comprehensive review of our resort. We were pleased to be able to help you out with extending your reservation and hope to have you back to stay with us in future. Please remember to book direct with us - by cutting out the middle man we guarantee to get you the best rates!
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Just stayed in one of the water view penthouse apartments and it was fabulous. It was even better than we’d thought it looked online. It was spotlessly clean and the views were fantastic. Unfortunately the weather meant we didn’t get to use the balcony/roof terrace as much as we’d hoped but they were great to have anyway. The apartment was spacious and has everything you need for your stay, even including things like dishwasher and washing powder. They are walking distance to beaches/restaurants/shops so good location.
Pool area was nice, good to have one heated pool and the jacuzzi as it was a bit chilly/windy when we used it but meant we could still take the kids in.
I’d highly recommend these apartments!
Pool area was nice, good to have one heated pool and the jacuzzi as it was a bit chilly/windy when we used it but meant we could still take the kids in.
I’d highly recommend these apartments!
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Date of stay: March 2020Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Brodie Thiesfield, General Manager at Watermark Resort
Responded 23 Jun 2020
I'm happy that you enjoyed your stay! Our penthouse apartments are guaranteed top floor with private rooftops and are lovely units to stay in. I hope to welcome you back again soon.
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The room was fantastic. We were there with another couple so we each had our own room and bathroom. The unit was spotless and everything we could need was available. We had a full ocean view with a great balcony on the 3rd floor. Having been there before we knew exactly what room we wanted. It was perfect. The resort is very close to Coles, Woolworths, Dan Murphy and BWS bottle shops. Lots of eateries up on Bullcock Street. Try out the weekend market!
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We have stayed at lots of different resorts/apartments around Caloundra and the Watermark is the best one we have stayed at so far. The views are amazing, the unit was spacious, neat and tidy and even had a cupboard full of toys which my kids loved. I also liked that the living area had carpet which is great for kids. It was a lovely walk down to Bulcock Beach, playgrounds and restaurants. The only improvement would be if the staff could be a bit more friendlier on check in and maybe not rush through the information as quickly. We enjoyed our stay at Watermark.
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Date of stay: January 2020Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from BrodieT24, Manager at Watermark Resort
Responded 12 Jan 2020
Thank you for your review. I'm glad that you enjoyed your stay in our waterfront 2 bedroom apartment. We love to have feedback and apologise that our reception staff were not as friendly as they could have been. I will chat with all of our reception staff regarding your feedback.
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Our first visit as a family to the sunshine coast and to Watermark Resort. Great place to stay. Easy walk to everything but quiet location. We had a hire car which we only need for day trips. Beautiful views. Two bedroom apartment was well suited for us - with a 9 and 10 year old. We cooked a few meals in the apartment which the kitchen was adequately equipped for - pasta or similar type dishes with no issues. Thoroughly cleaned mid way through our 9 day stay. Beaches close by are beautiful and great for kids. We only used the pool once as the beaches were so good but the kids loved the pool as well.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Admin staff so professional & helpful. The rooms are clean & well equipped. The beds are comfortable with pillows that you can actually sleep on! The views are amazing & perfect to wake up too. The security seems good & we feel safe. Only reason for a 4 star rating is the pool area rules are not supervised and it wasnt a positive experience for us.
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Date of stay: January 2020Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from BrodieT24, Manager at Watermark Resort
Responded 6 Jan 2020
I'm glad that you enjoyed your stay. I'm sorry that you had a problem with the behaviour of other guests in the pool. We do enforce pool hours and other problems that we become aware of, but do not have staff on duty constantly watching the pool area. If there is behaviour there that is a problem, please bring it to our attention and we will do something about it.
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Centrally located on the beach, in the town centre, view of the desert and mountains! How unique! Easily walk to restaurants in the evening and shopping during the day.
Staff was very nice and accommodated our camper for parking as it was too high to go in the underground parking,
Very comfortable room, king bed, separate bedroom and laundry facilities.
Great stay,
Staff was very nice and accommodated our camper for parking as it was too high to go in the underground parking,
Very comfortable room, king bed, separate bedroom and laundry facilities.
Great stay,
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Date of stay: June 2022
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Room Tip:Â Remember you are on Main Street, so pick the lake view if you are noise sensitive.
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I would highly recommend Watermark to anyone looking to stay in Caloundra.
I was running late on a Sunday and I received a call that ran me through the after-hours check-in process. I was informed that due to an air-conditioner fault they’d upgraded me to a larger apartment.
I found the price was already great value, but it then became even better! The resort was quiet, the facilities great and the room was sparkling clean. Didn’t want the four nights to end.
Will definitely stay again!
I was running late on a Sunday and I received a call that ran me through the after-hours check-in process. I was informed that due to an air-conditioner fault they’d upgraded me to a larger apartment.
I found the price was already great value, but it then became even better! The resort was quiet, the facilities great and the room was sparkling clean. Didn’t want the four nights to end.
Will definitely stay again!
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Date of stay: April 2021
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Response from Brodie Thiesfield, General Manager at Watermark Resort
Responded 3 Jul 2021
Thank you for your comments. We always try our best to ensure that you get good value for your money and enjoy your stay. Our rates are always discounted for our guests who book direct, and even cheaper when you come back to stay again as a repeat guest!
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Spotless room, a credit to the cleaning team, very friendly reception staff. If we had a negative, it would be the blinds in the bedroom. There was security lights on the building next door and because the blinds didn't cover the window opening, the room was awash with light. We definitely recommend Watermark Caloundra.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Michele Franks, General Manager at Watermark Resort
Responded 29 Sept 2023
Hi Sheryl Thank you for staying with us. A big thank you for your lovely review. We will take on board about the blinds and see what we can do about that . Kind Regards Watermark Resort
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Right on the waters edge. Great location and easy walk to the local town and cafes. Very comfy bed and well appointed kitchen. Nice to have a deck over the water plus a rooftop spa and bbq. Parking provided. A few niggles. Towels in bathrooms very ordinary. Cupboard doors did not all close properly. Some paint flaked off parts of the walls. Could not open drawers if dishwasher not fully closed.
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Date of stay: September 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Yes. In the pool area we have one pool heated all year around, and an even hotter spa.
Yes. There is elevator access from carpark to every floor. There is roll-in access from carpark level to all apartments, and from street level to apartments accessible from the reception elevator.
Ensuite showers are normal size and have a small approx 10cm lip to enter the shower cubicle. You should be able to get a walker into the bathroom with little problems. There are no grip handles in the showers, however there are some accessibility aids available (shower chair, suction grip handle, etc).
Please call the resort and book directly to ensure that you get an ensuite bathroom, as some apartments only have shower over a bath.
Sure! Who doesn't enjoy a good breakfast!
We are a self-catering resort and all of our 2 and 3 bedroom apartments have full kitchens with all necessary utensils. Coles and Woolworths are just a short walk (even shorter driver) away, so you can easily whip up pancakes, omelettes or bacon and eggs to your heart's delight.
Of course, if having a holiday also means enjoying someone else doing the catering, we also have you covered there. Within an easy pre-morning-coffee walk of the resort are a variety of cafes and bakeries that serve excellent food and drinks. We have some breakfast deals with a few of the closer ones too so that they are even better value!
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PRICE RANGE
$177 - $275 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
AustraliaQueenslandSunshine CoastCaloundra
NUMBER OF ROOMS
30
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Frequently Asked Questions about Watermark Resort
Which popular attractions are close to Watermark Resort?
Nearby attractions include Caloundra Regional Gallery (0.5 km), Downtown Caloundra (0.4 km), and Spinners Bar and Bowl (0.3 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Watermark Resort?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and a spa.
Which room amenities are available at Watermark Resort?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Watermark Resort?
Guests can enjoy barbeque facilities and free instant coffee during their stay.
Is parking available at Watermark Resort?
Yes, free parking, a parking garage, and secured parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Watermark Resort?
Conveniently located restaurants include Three Restaurant Bar and Grill, White Picket Fence, and Gelateria Milano.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Watermark Resort?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Is Watermark Resort located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.9 km away from the centre of Caloundra.
Are any cleaning services offered at Watermark Resort?
Yes, laundry service and self serve laundry are offered to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Watermark Resort?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Japanese.
Are there any historical sites close to Watermark Resort?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Landsborough Museum (16.0 km) and Buderim - Palmwoods Heritage Tramway (15.7 km).