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Pelican Waters Golf Resort & Spa

4.0 of 5
38 Mahogany Drive | Pelican Waters, Caloundra, Queensland 4551, Australia (Formerly Crowne Plaza)
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Pelican Waters Golf Resort & Spa
Ranked #13 of 20 hotels in Caloundra
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Rating summary
  • Location
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4 of 5 stars
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131 reviews 131 reviews
27 hotel reviews
Reviews in 40 cities Reviews in 40 cities
50 helpful votes 50 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 via mobile

The resort is on a golf course and I'm sure that its perfect for a golfing holiday. It probably works for conferences or similar events too. Wouldn't recommend for a holiday. It's well away from everything including the beach. Without a car you're stuck and there's nothing to do if you don't want to pay for spa treatments. Rooms are... More

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Newcastle, Australia
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7 hotel reviews
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

4 of us booked a 2 bed apartment for 2 nights. You can tell this is no longer a crowne plaza! The room we got looks like it hasn't been touched since the 1970's, I would also say the beds came from then too. After one night on these beds 3 of us jarred our necks and had very sore... More

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-PWGRS_Management01-, Guest Relations Manager at Pelican Waters Golf Resort & Spa, responded to this review
14 May 2013

Thank you for your valuable feedback. The furnishings that are used in each of our apartments are all styled differently, so it is unfortunate to hear that you disliked the look of the apartment. All of our rooms in the hotel have Foxtel, so we do apologise that you experienced technical difficulties during your stay. We are currently in the... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013

Took at wotif (internet travel deal website) deal to stay 2 nights in a deluxe spa room. Room was average, had kitchenette facilities, couch, tv (2 or 3 foxtel channels), bed, spa and shower etc. Pool / outdoor areas were aging a bit but fine none-the-less. Very close to the golf course for those who enjoy it. The overall location... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2013

we stayed at the resort for a wedding. rooms were large and really well set up .very clean .lovely large balcony overlooking the golf course .staff good . breakfast was very good .we had a discounted price of 157aud for the night including breakfast .that was great value . drinks were about usual for a hotel of this class .... More

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-PWGRS_Management01-, Guest Relations Manager at Pelican Waters Golf Resort & Spa, responded to this review
9 April 2013

Thank you for your review. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay and look forward to seeing you again in the near future. More

Brisbane, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 March 2013 via mobile

Big room with kitchenette, spa seperate to shower, balcony over looking the golf course and lake. Comfortable bed. Will be staying again. Free car parking. Only think negative was the noisy kids in the pool that's ok.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 March 2013 via mobile

My partner and I stayed at the resort just for one night. The resort itself is stunning and has many facilities onsite. The pool area is great, we made use of that and the restaurant at the hotel. They had lunch specials that were reasonably prices, we also had dinner at the restaurant, was a little more pricey but it... More

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Surfers Paradise, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2013

We were on the 4th floor in a spa room (got a deal that upgraded us). Wonderful view over the pool area and the golf course. Great sleep quality, bed was comfortable and the hotel was quite which was lovely. We also ate at the restaurant and I had the Lamb rack which was awesome and my partner had the... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 February 2013 via mobile

Booked and paid for room with a spa, got a room with no spa. Offer free parking, no parking in or out front of resort, when I asked where I can park management said on the footpath out front when I said I will leave my car in front of foyer of reception, management said they will get my car... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 February 2013

We stayed at this hotel as part of a group rate to attend a function at the co-located golf course. Having read the less than flattering reviews we were a little curious about what to expect. The check-in process was swift and easy. Avito was polite and helpful, despite the late hour of our arrival. The room was large, though... More

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Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2013

One of the worst holiday experiences i have ever had to endure, the hotel itself is amazing, large, beautiful scenary, great family feeling. BUT i will never return and will be telling all my family and friends about this particular trip, you see the service was TERRIBLE the staff made me feel like i was in the wrong ALL THE... More

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Additional Information about Pelican Waters Golf Resort & Spa

Also Known As:
Crowne Plaza Pelican Waters Hotel
Crowne Plaza Pelican Waters Hotel Caloundra
Crowne Plaza Caloundra
Crowne Plaza Hotel Caloundra
Ramada Caloundra
Pelican Waters Golf Resort & Spa Caloundra, Sunshine Coast, Australia
Address: 38 Mahogany Drive | Pelican Waters, Caloundra, Queensland 4551, Australia (Formerly Crowne Plaza)
Region: Australia > Queensland > Sunshine Coast > Caloundra
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Parking Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#6 Luxury Hotels in Caloundra
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Pelican Waters Golf Resort & Spa is situated just 90 minutes drive from Brisbane International & Domestic Airports, 40 minutes from Sunshine Coast Airport and only minutes from Sunshine Coast beaches.This 4 ½ star resort provides the perfect getaway retreat with breathtaking views of the heritage listed Glasshouse Mountains, the Greg Norman designed championship Golf Course, Pelican Waters Golf Club and the seaside city of Caloundra and the Pacific Ocean.The hotel boasts excellent facilities for both Business and Leisure travellers with stylish guest rooms and apartments suitable for individuals right through to families staying one night or longer. There are plenty of opportunities to relax by our resort pool & heated lap pool, take a leisurely stroll or just relax with a good book and watch the world roll by. For the more energetic, you can dust off the golf clubs and play a round of 18 holes of golf, or enjoy a workout with Fit 4 Life Health Clubs, the fully equipped gymnasium & fitness centre. For those who want to be pampered, spoil yourself with a treatment at Sephora Day Spa & Retreat. Take advantage of the complimentary use of the jacuzzi, sauna & plunge pool with every treatment (bookings essential.)The Sunshine Coast enjoys a pleasant year round climate with average temperatures of 17 – 28 degrees in summer and 10 - 23 degrees in winter. Our region boasts many diverse, exciting and natural attractions from the popular Australia Zoo, UnderWater World, Big Kart Track and Aussie World to the famous Eumundi Markets, or a simple day of lazing on one of our many beautiful beaches. ... more   less 
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