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The Penthouse Suite
Room with view
26 square metres
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
Room sleeps 3 guests
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Other room types
Self Contained Queen Bed Studio
80 square metres
1 Queen Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
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Whole First Floor Suite
Room with view
250 square metres
2 King Beds and 2 Queen Beds
Room sleeps 8 guests
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Deluxe Family Spa Suite
25 square metres
2 Queen Beds
Room sleeps 4 guests
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Deluxe Seaview Suite
24 square metres
1 King Bed 2 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 2 guests
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Self Contained Two Bedroom Executive Suite
100 square metres
1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
Room sleeps 4 guests
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Spa Suite
Room with view
25.0 square metres
1 Queen Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
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Get an overview of this hotel
Adults-only guesthouse in Penguin with free parking

Popular property highlights

Free self parking
Free WiFi
Pets allowed
Laundry facilities
Smoke-free property

With a stay at Madsen Retreat in Penguin, you'll be near the beach, just steps from Penguin Undercover Market. This guesthouse is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Penguin Tourist Information Centre and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Penguin Beach.

Make yourself at home in one of the 4 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring kitchens with refrigerators and stovetops. 40-inch Smart televisions with premium TV channels provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include desks and separate sitting areas, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. This Mediterranean guesthouse also features a picnic area and barbecue grills.

Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli, or stay in and take advantage of the guesthouse's room service (during limited hours).

Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.

Languages spoken

  • English

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Hotel Amenities

Hotel Amenities

  • Total number of rooms - 4
  • Number of floors - 2
  • Number of buildings/towers - 1
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Express check-out
  • Smoke-free property
  • Express check-in
  • Free WiFi
  • Year Built – 2007
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Free self parking
  • Luggage storage
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (surcharge)
  • Uncovered parking
  • Secured parking
  • Wheelchair accessible: No
  • Food and water bowls

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Chinese (Mandarin)

Parking

Free self parking

Room Amenities

Madsen Retreat offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and bathrobes. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include desks. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 4-star guesthouse have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and microwaves can be requested.

  • Air conditioning
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Television
  • Fridge
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Yard
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Premium bedding
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Free bottled water
  • Premium TV channels
  • Microwave (on request)
  • Kitchen
  • Slippers
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop
  • Free WiFi
  • Individually furnished
  • Individually decorated
  • TV size 40
  • TV size (measurement) inch
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Towels provided
  • Linens provided
  • Toaster
  • Smart TV
  • Number of beds 3
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Local maps
  • Window screens
  • Electrical adaptors/chargers
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Deck or patio
  • Freezer
  • Wardrobe
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Area rug/s in room

Where to Eat

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Nearby Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Accessibility

  • Handrails in stairways
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Hotel Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM

Minimum check-in age is: 18

Check-in time ends at 10:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out time is 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 15 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 15 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets allowed for an extra charge of AUD 25 per accommodation, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

You need to know

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve sofa beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

No rollaway/extra beds available

No lifts

Minimum guest age is 15

Caters to adults only

Service animals are allowed

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Property Registry Number – DA216038

Debit cards

No front desk

UnionPay

Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions

Host will greet you

Smoke detector

Security system

Guest will receive an email before arrival 24 hours

Property is cleaned with disinfectant

Staff do not wear personal protective equipment

Protective clothing is not available for guests

No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas

Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser

Social distancing measures are in place

Contactless check-in is not available

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

Individually wrapped food options are not available

gap period enforced between guest stays 24 hours

Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly

Temperature checks are available to guests

Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F

Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Contactless check-out is available

Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association

Fees

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: AUD 25 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee: AUD 25 for check-in between 9:00 PM and midnight

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Hotel Names

  • Madsen Retreat Guesthouse Penguin
  • Madsen Retreat Guesthouse
  • Madsen Retreat Penguin
  • Madsen Retreat Penguin
  • Madsen Retreat Guesthouse
  • Madsen Retreat Guesthouse Penguin

We should mention

Guests under 15 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).

Contactless check-out is available.

National Rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

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