Reviews of ZEN SUNSHINE - COZY 2-BR/2-BA OCEAN VIEW RETREAT
31 Woods Street, Darwin CBD, 0800 Darwin, Australia
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Reviewed: 5 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewloved the spaciousness of the place, ensuite bathrooms and views of the harbour. Close to everything. Right in town
the wardrobe drawers hadnt been cleaned. They had bits in them and there was dust in the wardrobe
Reviewed: 21 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewLocation facilities cleaned
Trouble accessing entry in middle of night. No one to contact or help. Also no playground as per brochure provided
Reviewed: 12 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewGreat views of the ocean. Very handy to Mall, Cole’s and Woolworths. Cole’s to cafes and restaurants, all walking distance. Five minute walk to Crocodylus Cove. Apartment is very comfortable and has every thing you need.
There was a funny noise that sometimes woke you up, coming from the ceiling, Pio Sibley the water/sewerage pipes.
Reviewed: 3 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 30 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 14 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewLocation was great
We arrived after midnight, only to find the wrong key was left to the apartment so we could not get in. Had to book into the Oaks for what was left of the night which cost us $250 . Not very happy about that! We got sincere apologies, and hopefully were reimbursed for the missed night but still out of pocket
Reviewed: 4 November 2024 · Stayed in November 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 20 October 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewQuiet, spacious
I loved everything about this place and I hope the host welcomes me again on my next visit
Reviewed: 14 October 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 21 September 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewGreat unit, roomy, clean, great view, excellent facilities
Reviewed: 1 August 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
Verified reviewLocation and all the furniture was comfortable.
No directions for appliances eg oven and washing machine. I had to google directions as they were different to what I had at home. No hand broom and dustpan for small clean-ups.
Reviewed: 5 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 13 October 2023 · Stayed in October 2023
Verified reviewSeriously disappointing. Serious plumbing problems. Which they were advised about,and have received no compensation for. Would never recommend to anyone.
The service from management
Reviewed: 9 October 2023 · Stayed in October 2023
Verified reviewnoises coming from the front bedroom wall - water pipes, banging, etc.
Reviewed: 28 September 2023 · Stayed in September 2023
Verified reviewLocation and facilities was beautifully clean and well appointed. Very comfortable.
Air con filters needed to be cleaned as air con in front bedroom wasn't working well once done was OK. Hearing the up stairs apartment use the toilet or shower was a bit odd and it looks like it might be leaking in the first bedroom
Reviewed: 16 September 2023 · Stayed in September 2023
Verified reviewFacilities perfect for our needs, spacious, great view, well positioned location. Service leading up to & while in resident, very good. Awaiting refund of $350 security charge.
Few repairs needed, eg batteries in air conditioner remotes, towel rail in bathroom needed securing to avoid major damage, coffee machine water tank broken & leaked water all over bench top & stove. Had obviously been broken & cleverly put back. Staff member reacted & replaced...good service. He was made aware of the other minor issues above.
Reviewed: 5 September 2023 · Stayed in September 2023
Verified reviewBeautiful view, clean, close to shops
Reviewed: 5 September 2023 · Stayed in September 2023
Verified reviewWe liked the views, location, clean and comfortable beds.
The floors around the edges and skirtting were not very clean.
Reviewed: 23 August 2023 · Stayed in August 2023
Verified reviewunit not as clean as I would have liked. Bedroom closest to front door was very noisey- v loud water sounds and banging early hours of the morning - my friend slept on the lounge
Reviewed: 18 August 2023 · Stayed in August 2023
Verified reviewThe fire alarm batteries were flat for the last two days and beeped continuously. Was incredibly irritating, emailed Zen but had no response. Really spoiled the trip.
Reviewed: 15 July 2023 · Stayed in July 2023
Verified reviewGreat location and nice view from the balcony.
Looks like the sink in the second bathroom (which is closer to the balcony) is jammed. Also, hot water in the shower cabin in the same bathroom is not as hot as in another one.
Reviewed: 27 June 2023 · Stayed in June 2023
Verified reviewReviewed: 2 June 2023 · Stayed in May 2023
Verified revieweverything was great , views , location , would stay there again
nothing to dislike
Reviewed: 21 May 2023 · Stayed in May 2023
Verified reviewvery clean and good view love the coffee machine
a bit pricey