Palms Motel
room 3/50 Geelong Rd, Footscray VIC 3011, Australia
Issue Distribution
Recent Reports
Guest reported extended periods with no staff at the front desk, including during midday hours, which compromised their ability to modify a reservation and raises concerns about emergency responsiveness. Additionally, the guest noted significant noise disturbances from construction, neighboring businesses, and other guests, severely impacting rest.
The shower was so small it felt unsafe, especially for an elderly person. The neighborhood on Pico Blvd. also seemed sketchy.
Guest reported a non-functional AC unit and a heater that could not be turned off, requiring improvised solutions to manage room temperature. Additionally, an ant infestation was observed in the bathroom, traced to a hole in the floor.
Guest reported a non-functional smoke alarm with missing batteries, creating a critical fire safety hazard. Additionally, severe cleanliness issues including stained bedding and expired milk were observed, raising significant health concerns.
The sheets and towels were visibly dirty and grey. The bathroom was grubby and unsanitary, so we couldn't stay the night.
The room had a strong musty smell and the sheets were visibly gray and unclean. The bathroom was so dirty I wouldn't go barefoot in the shower.
Guest reported significant electrical safety concerns with the room's power supply system, noting that the key-operated electrical switch glowed orange and flashed continuously throughout the night, raising serious maintenance and fire hazard concerns. Additionally, the guest observed a complete absence of visible emergency evacuation information, violating basic safety regulations.
The room was so dirty and smelled terrible, we left immediately and drove home at 2:30 AM. It felt unsafe to even sit down.
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