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Somerset Apartments offers a range of accommodations on Lord Howe Island, located between Neds Beach and the Lagoon, allowing easy walking and cycling to nearby shops, restaurants and the Visitor Center. All self-catering units are located in subtropical gardens including palm trees, Hawaiian hibiscus and fragrant frangipani flowers. Each apartment features a TV and a private bathroom with a hairdryer. All include a kitchenette with a microwave, toaster, kettle and fridge. Some also have an oven. Lord Howe Island Airport is a 7-minute drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
Bedroom 1:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 3:
1 bunk bed
Bedroom 1:
1 full bed
Bedroom 2:
1 twin bed
and
1 bunk bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.8
Free Wifi
7.2
Low score for Lord Howe
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • C
    Clementine
    Australia Australia
    Excellent location, lovely and helpful staff. Apartments are simple yet functional and clean. Probably one of the best value for money accommodation you can get on the island.
  • Michael
    United States of America United States of America
    Great location! Lots of space and good WiFi. Gaye was a great host. Located very close to Ned’s beach, nearby hiking trails, and the town’s center.
  • Karlo
    Australia Australia
    All the comforts I needed, peaceful location ..in close proximity to amenities/shops. Very helpful staff.
  • Mihai
    United States of America United States of America
    We loved everything about Somerset Apartments and we'll stay there again next time. The transit lounge is a fantastic feature
  • Joan
    Australia Australia
    good location walk to either beach 10 mins. 10mins to store & cafes
  • Dorothy
    Australia Australia
    Handy location, good self catering facilities, it was within our budget. It was very well set out accommodation in a great setting. Having good free Wi-Fi was fabulous to be able to stay InTouch with our family. Would highly recommend this...
  • Manfred
    Australia Australia
    It was lovely and in a great location. Well maintained and clean.
  • Angela
    Australia Australia
    The accommodation was comfortable, staff were lovely and helpful and was very easy walk to the beach and small number of shops.
  • Gordon
    Australia Australia
    Excellent location and staff. Self catering. Good privacy. Good common facilities.
  • Ty
    Australia Australia
    Very central, the staff were fantastic and accomodating. Picked up / drop off to airport. Highly recommended

Property questions and answers
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  • We are staying in a standard room it sounds like it only has a microwave Can we get an electric frying pan or something if we need to cook something Thanks

    Hello, There is an electric frypan in the room and we have BBQ's on the property for guest use also.
    Answered on 2 November 2020
  • Can you get a fan for the room

    Hello, Yes! There is a movable box fan in the room for your use.
    Answered on 2 November 2020
  • do you have a pool

    No, we are located a 4 minute walk to Ned's beach or the Lagoon.
    Answered on 15 October 2020
  • do you have a bbq and air conditioning in the bedroom?

    We have 10 BBQs on the property. We don't have air conditioning, but our superior apartments have ceiling fans.
    Answered on 15 February 2020
  • Do you have bicycles?

    Hello, No, we do not. Wilson's bike hire is a 4 minute walk from Somerset.
    Answered on 20 December 2023
  • do you have a buffet ?

    Somerset apartments are self-catering, we do not provide any food.
    Answered on 15 February 2020
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Host Info

Company review score: 9.5Based on 142 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property info

Welcome to Somerset Apartments. Lord Howe Island Accommodation in a picturesque, unspoiled setting. Somerset is perfectly situated between Neds Beach and the Lagoon, on a level area of Lord Howe Island, allowing easy walking and biking to nearby shops, restaurants and the Visitor Centre. The accommodation units are nestled in subtropical palm groves alive with splashes of colour from Hawaiian hibiscus and fragrant frangipani flowers. The grounds are well planned, with tracks meandering through the palms and gardens, giving a sense of seclusion and tropical mystery. Somerset Apartments is the ideal Lord Howe accommodation location for visitors wanting to explore and discover the natural attractions that have made Lord Howe Island famous

Neighborhood info

Lord Howe Island is a nature lovers paradise! Climbing mountains, snorkelling, fishing and surfing are just a few of the amazing outdoor activities on offer.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Somerset Apartments
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Family rooms
Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Carpeted
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Balcony
  • Garden
Activities
  • Snorkeling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Transportation
  • Airport shuttle
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Strollers
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning Services
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
Miscellaneous
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules
Somerset Apartments takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 2:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
AUD 30 per child, per night

Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardEftposCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that paid WiFi is limited to 100 MB per day.

Please inform Somerset Apartments of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property indicated that it doesn't require a short-term rental license or registration

FAQs about Somerset Apartments

  • Yes, Somerset Apartments is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at Somerset Apartments is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Somerset Apartments (subject to availability) that have:

    • 2 bedrooms
    • 3 bedrooms

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Somerset Apartments on this page.

  • The nearest beach is 800 feet from Somerset Apartments. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Somerset Apartments is 2,150 feet from the center of Lord Howe. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Somerset Apartments offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Snorkeling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
  • The prices at Somerset Apartments may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Somerset Apartments (subject to availability) that can accommodate:

    • 5 guests
    • 6 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.