Lakeside Lodge Motel

The in-house dinners and breakfast are highly recommended, and the chef's chicken kiev is particularly excellent. The food is amazing, and the steak dinner is one of the best.

The beds are warm, very comfortable, and the linen is clean and crisp, providing a peaceful and comfortable night's sleep.

The motel offers large, spacious parking spaces, making it easy for parking, including for trucks and larger vehicles.

The rooms are clean and comfortable, and the new managers are working hard to bring the motel up to standard. The bathroom is great and well-kept.

The motel is a great place to stay, especially after the floods in Lismore. The staff went flat out to provide and fix up the motel as best they could, offering a warm welcome in the most difficult of circumstances.

Several guests mentioned that the views of the lake and park from certain rooms were excellent, providing a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere.

Some guests highlighted the need for maintenance in certain rooms, such as missing handles on cupboards, screws missing from windows, and maintenance issues. Checking for recent renovations and requesting a recently renovated room might ensure a more pleasant stay.

While the hotel management made efforts to fix up the motel after the floods, some guests noted that their rooms were only partially finished from flood damage. It might be helpful to inquire about the status of repairs before booking.

A few guests mentioned noise issues, such as an extremely noisy air conditioner and traffic noise from the nearby highway. Guests sensitive to noise may want to inquire about quieter room options.

Some guests noted that the provided toiletries were limited, with one guest mentioning that only conditioner was available. Bringing personal toiletries might be beneficial for those with specific preferences.

Several guests mentioned that no meals were available at the motel, and nearby dining options were limited. Guests may want to plan for meals in advance or inquire about nearby dining options upon arrival.

While some guests praised the cleanliness of the rooms, others reported issues such as unclean bathrooms, dusty/grimy surfaces, and unemptied bins. Guests may want to inspect their rooms upon arrival and report any issues to the management promptly.

Some guests noted a lack of certain items in the rooms, such as towels, pillows, and information about breakfast availability. Bringing extra towels and pillows, and inquiring about available amenities upon check-in, might be helpful.

Some guests mentioned a lack of information about local attractions and nearby restaurants in the rooms. Guests may want to inquire with the staff about nearby points of interest and dining options.

A few guests reported unpleasant odors in their rooms, including a stench and a musty smell. Guests sensitive to odors may want to inquire about room ventilation and odor control measures.