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Bannisters by the Sea Mollymook

4.5 star property
Travelers find a perfect coastal escape at this Mollymook Beach hotel where ocean views accompany Rick Stein's seafood and rejuvenating spa treatments

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers - Bannisters by the Sea Mollymook (Mollymook Beach)
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Luxury Suite | View from room - Bannisters by the Sea Mollymook (Mollymook Beach)
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Luxury Suite | Living area - Bannisters by the Sea Mollymook (Mollymook Beach)
Bannisters by the Sea Mollymook, on Mollymook Beach, offers a coastal retreat. Book Spa by the Sea treatments, enjoy poolside bar drinks, or relax in the garden. Rick Stein's restaurant serves seafood with ocean views. Free WiFi throughout the property.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Luxury Suite

  • Sleeps 3

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Penthouse | Balcony view

Penthouse

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
  • 93 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Ocean view

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Luxury Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Luxury Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Ocean view

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The Family Suite (No Ocean View) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

The Family Suite (No Ocean View)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Spa Retreat | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Spa Retreat

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Ocean view

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Ocean Deluxe | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Ocean Deluxe

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Ocean view

X - Terrace Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Ocean view

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Terrace Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Cameron Kimber Penthouse

  • Sleeps 4

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Family King Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Spa Retreat king

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Ocean Deluxe king

  • Sleeps 2

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Garden Terrace (No Ocean View) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Garden Terrace (No Ocean View)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 69 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Garden Terrace

  • Sleeps 2

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Collette Dinnigan Penthouse

  • Sleeps 2

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, Bannisters by the Sea Mollymook is in Mollymook Beach, a neighborhood in Ulladulla. Dokan Batak Village and Milton Theatre are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Mollymook Golf Club and Hilltop Golf Course. Walking on Water & Ulladulla Surf School and Funland Ulladulla are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, scuba diving, and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Ulladulla travel guide
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191 Mitchell Parade, Mollymook Beach, NSW, 2539

What's nearby

  • The Mollymook beach in Ulladulla, New South Wales, Australia., Shutterstock ID 501109285, Purchase Order: -
    Mollymook Beach
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Walking on Water & Ulladulla Surf School
    5 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Narrawallee Beach
    5 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Hilltop Golf Course
    7 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Ulladulla Harbour
    10 min drive - 4.1 miles

Getting around

  • Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.)
    168 min drive

Restaurants

  • Heritage Bakery
    6 min drive
  • Milton-Ulladulla Bowling Club
    6 min drive
  • Sea Juiced
    6 min drive
  • Ulladulla Oyster Bar
    7 min drive
  • Tony's Pizza House
    7 min drive

About this property

Bannisters by the Sea Mollymook

Luxury hotel located in Mollymook Beach
You can look forward to a poolside bar, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe at Bannisters by the Sea Mollymook. Treat yourself to a facial, aromatherapy, or a deep-tissue massage at Spa by the Sea, the onsite spa. The on-site seafood restaurant, Rick Stein at Bannisters, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a library.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Free bicycle rentals, free newspapers, and a front-desk safe
  • Wedding services, massage treatment rooms, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at Bannisters by the Sea Mollymook offer thoughtful touches such as pillow menus and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bannisters Pool Bar
  • Rick Stein at Bannisters

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Prenatal massages
  • Spa open select days
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1974
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • HDTV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests arriving from 8 PM to midnight will be checked-in by the night manager on duty.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 10 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 50.0 per day

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa

Property is also known as

Bannisters Mollymook Beach
Bannisters Motel Mollymook Beach
Bannisters Sea Motel Mollymook Beach
Bannisters Sea Hotel Mollymook Beach
Bannisters Sea Hotel
Bannisters Sea Mollymook Beach
Bannisters Sea
Bannisters by the Sea
Bannisters by the Sea Mollymook Hotel
Bannisters by the Sea Mollymook Mollymook Beach
Bannisters by the Sea Mollymook Hotel Mollymook Beach

Frequently asked questions

Does Bannisters by the Sea Mollymook have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Bannisters by the Sea Mollymook pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bannisters by the Sea Mollymook?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM.

What time is check-out at Bannisters by the Sea Mollymook?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Bannisters by the Sea Mollymook located?

Located in Mollymook Beach, this luxury hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Mollymook Beach, Narrawallee Beach, and Walking on Water & Ulladulla Surf School. Mollymook Golf Club and Sandridge Cemetery are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Bannisters by the Sea Mollymook Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 246 out of 357 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 83 out of 357 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 357 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 357 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 357 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were wonderful. Really enjoyed our two day stay. So relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful and relaxing stay at Bannisters for my husband's birthday. The room was very clean and spacious with a lovely balcony overlooking the pool. We loved that the hotel supplied binoculars for whale watching too. The infinity pool was definitely the highlight, we enjoyed swimming and chilling by the pool.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Petra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We loved our stay, beautiful location and property. Needs better upkeep of the property in general.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ernest

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great position. Good food. Lovely accomodating staff. The toilet in the shower was however a bit weird!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful spot, great view, gorgeous suite x
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The pool could’ve been warmer and I had trouble connecting to the wifi Food was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay and service was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Tired looking in need of a renovation or at least a fresh modern look. Nothing like the pictures on the website. The place is kept clean. Parking is available on premises Shuttle service to local shops is so handy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay at bannisters. The staff are always incredible, rooms are lovely with beautiful views.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Georgina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service was lovely. View was wonderful and beach only a short walk. Dining at Rick Stein Restaurant on the property will remain memorable
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful, receptionist was friendly and helpful. Restaurant staff very friendly and polite. Bar staff at the pool bar not as friendly and helpful. Seem not interested
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An amazing weekend away. We were very comfortable and really had the opportunity to relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Amenities
The location is lovely. The facilities are just right for a couple. Great views. The Pool Bar and of Course Rick Stein’s restaurant is lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views. Good food great service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Genna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always an enjoyable place to stay, including in the colder months when less people stay there. Watching the sun rise over the horizon early morning, is every photographers dream moment. Breakfast in the mornings is a must...the views, the coffee, the eggs Benedict, what a perfect way to start the day. Will definitely be returning many more times...
Nothing like having the pool to yourself.
Early morning magical sun rise.
Smashed avo...done to perfection.
Love this art work of Chalky.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Position. Excellent staff and Excellent food.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice rooms, beautifully renovated. Lovely bar by the infinity pool, which has amazing views. Also enjoyed the Rick Stien restaurant on site.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

relaxing but needs a facelift

showing some signs of wear and tear, toilet was very dirty - dark marks at the back which were off-putting. The location is lovely, bed comfy, quiet and peaceful but not the type of luxury accommodation which you would expect at that price point.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Amenities
A brilliant few days. The pool and surrounds are magnificent.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beauty of the South Pacific ocean - colour and sounds of the waves was unforgettable
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Recy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is like a heaven,so peaceful and calming if you want to relax your mind u might try this place even expensive but worth the money,will definitely come back here with my loving husband thank u so much bannister by the sea. A Good memory staying to your place ❤️
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food and restaurants here were fantastic. In Friday night there was a singer and guitarist in the Pool Bar. The staff made us feel very welcome. We’ll be going back for our next special celebration. This was for my husband’s 60th. Wonderful✨
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Ellia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is beautiful as it’s right on the water. I was unable to order room service at 7pm as the app wouldn’t let me and the room service menu didn’t have a lot of options. The room service breakfast was delicious though
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The team were wonderful, friendly helpful and efficient, particularly the waiter who greeted and seated us for dinner and on duty the next morning at breakfast. She was happy and clearly loves her job. Sadly, we didn’t grab her name. We came to unwind and rest but sadly found our room overlooking the pool a little too noisy and lacking privacy. The location is wonderful; however, I feel this hotel is hugely overpriced compared to other hotels in the same bracket.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The staff were great, very kind, and the view/location was amazing. The food was amazing, the car park has plenty of room, and the bar and pool area is fantastic. However, the bathroom was not clean enough, specifically the shower and bath. The room as a whole wasn’t finished to a standard that deserved $1k per night. The lamp shades were stained, the paint of the walls was clearly old and chipped, the wifi router in the top corner of the room flashed a bright light all night, and the outside furniture was old and tatty.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025