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Reviews of Mara Boutique Apartaments

147 Dudley Road East, Oldbury, B69 3DT, United Kingdom

#3 of 11 hotels in Oldbury

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 78 hostel reviews

8.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.6

  • Comfort

    8.8

  • Location

    7.7

  • Facilities

    8.7

  • Staff

    8.1

  • Value for money

    8.2

  • Free WiFi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: 22 March 2024

    7.0
    Great property ruined by inconsiderate stayers
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room with Castle View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Walls are paper thin. First night, the people staying upstairs were blaring music up until 2 am. I could hear them moving furniture, their loud music and their conversations as if I was in the room. Not to mention the other disturbing noises being hollered until 2 am which made the first night VERY uncomfortable.

    The building is so nice and modern! The room was comfortable, clean and of high specs. Shower was incredible. I found the breakfast really well thought out, especially not having a kitchen, it was nice to be able to have all the necessities including bread, various spreads and delicious coffee pots! However, if I would have stayed more nights, it would have been awkward washing the dishes as there is only the bathroom sink (didn’t feel comfortable washing food away in the bathroom).

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 March 2024

    9.0
    Highly recommend for long or short stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room with Castle View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The heating didn’t come on when guided to turn on the radiator

    Nice property with all ya needs catered for

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 January 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Castle View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The feeling knowing I was safe. Owner was amazing and phoned me before my arrival (I was nervous) On arrival the iron gates and security cameras was Being in the top floor in Rm 5, at night the sky looked amazing from the window. The power shower was such a bonus. The room setting was very comfortable and relaxing. Very comfortable room decor, with Very stylish bed. Remote control blinds, (so cool) TV in front of you, (nice size) Surprising very quiet at night (coinserdring, heavy traffic around location) Fridge a little noisy when going to sleep (we turned it off during sleep) Thank you for a very, peaceful comfortable and safe place to stay. We are very appreciative to , ❤ Mara Boutique ❤ for the 2 night stay. (I can't wait to stay on the bottom floor, that looked sooo cool) Chrissy.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 November 2023

    8.0
    Lovely accommodation
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Needed a mirror in the room to dry hair by

    Very modern and comfy lots of thought put in to the room

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 November 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • King Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    i like the spa very nice

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 September 2023

    7.0
    Lovely apartments
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Someone checked in after 11pm, I think room 2. Within minutes the whole place stunk of weed. However the apartments themselves are gorgeous, the decor is lovely. I would stay again

    The staff were very attentive

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 September 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Number 3 was hella loud

    Decent

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 August 2023

    8.0
    Had it not been for the slamming doors throughout the night and one minor issue that I raised with the Host, it would ha
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No parking at the property, though there is free 23hr parking about 50 yards away - which is a big plus. The rooms are also advertised as soundproof but the people staying on the middle level slammed doors throughout the night that could be heard throughout the property.

    Well thought out, in terms of layout and use of space. From the amenities to the toiletries, there is no way not to be impressed by the efforts they’ve taken to deliver a quality stay. Very high marks!

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2023

    7.0
    It was not bad
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room with Castle View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Should have been more specific how you operate. Let you guest know there no one yo help at the property it on the phone and that you have to collect your key yourself.

    Like the cleanliness and safe

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 July 2023

    8.0
    It was totally gud 👍
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Castle View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to dislike excepting the problem of washroom in sharing

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 July 2023

    8.0
    Short but sweet
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Castle View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Originally wanted to book this from seeing the hot tub as me and my partner recently got engaged and wanted just a little celebratory night away. The advertisement was misleading. The description didn’t state anything about the hot tub being private or the bathroom being a shared bathroom. I only discovered this by looking through the questions people have previously asked and saw a comment about the hot tub being private for apartment 1 only. The bathroom I found out was shared when I arrived. When messaging the owner of the property he told me to look at the policy’s which again didn’t state anything about the hot tub. When I arrived at the property he did however apologise for the confusion and said he would change this in the advertisement. He was a friendly man but I felt rushed to get to the property after receiving messages saying he was waiting for us to arrive and wanted to know my arrival time, even though the check in stated 3pm-11pm. When I arrived he was very quick to show us around and leave without telling us the Wi-Fi, check out details (where to return keys to etc) just small details that would of helped. I was told after messaging him about the Wi-Fi that everything I needed was on the desk in the room but there was nothing there with Wi-Fi or anything on. The breakfast states “italian breakfast” - we were only given what was in the room, a few croissants, a loaf of bread, lunchables, water, and all condiments such as jam, butter, Nutella, and also tea and coffee etc. Again abit misleading. Overall it is a nice place to stay and although there were mix ups the owner was friendly but I would just say there’s a-bit of a communication issue. The room we stayed in was more than enough and very comfortable. The travel toothbrushes and toothpaste and shower minis were a nice touch.

    The property was clean and smelt very nice. Felt safe as the gate at the front of the property is passcode locked.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 June 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything just misunderstanding of the room

    Everything

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 May 2024

    1.0
    This place is a scam - Avoid at all costs. Shame on you booking for being part of this scam
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    This place is a blatant scam! We arrived at 8 PM only to find out that at 6 PM they cunningly demanded £300 to be wired to their account. Despite our genuine promise to transfer the money the next day due to not having our card readers and bank closures, they callously turned us away, with the owner arrogantly declaring, 'I have your money – do as you please.' Feeling utterly duped and unsafe, we turned to booking.com who failed miserably in offering any assistance against this deceitful scheme.

    Nothing. This place is a scam. Avoid at all costs!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2024

    1.0
    Very poor
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Castle View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, bad communication, couldn't even offer refund after telling them the situation

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The spa on the bath didn't know how to use and would of been nice but everything was perfect 👌 many thanks

    This stay was very lovely and that the host was very helpful very beautiful stay with different bedrooms and I would recommend anyone to come

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 February 2024

    10
    Amazing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Castle View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Thank you for the amazing time in your apartments ❤️Good quality for the price. Clean and pleasant 😉

    Small and charming apartment ;-)

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything and the owner is brilliant wonderful place to stay definitely would recommend

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 October 2023

    10
    The house that stands out in Dudley Road!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Family Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There’s absolutely nothing I can think of maybe kitchen use but not sure if we had this but it’s not essential when we had breakfast provided.

    The modern tech shower and the quality of taste wow looked awesome….wonderful absolutely loved it.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 October 2023

    5.0
    ok in all..BUT good client service and communication will be ideal
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    -The service provider was threatening payment of £150 for deposit ,this was not stated in the profile before booking -Cleaning lady was a bit rude .coming to knock for us to leave even before 11am -They claimed breakfast was included in the booking..no hot breakfast to be found, just some miserable bread slices in the loud room fridge. -The room i booked says family room with hot tub...it was far away from where the tub was.. -They need instructions on the bougee shower cubicle -Access to location was not clear and parking was awkward.

    property is well done and clean

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely amazing staff was very friendly as I came in Lola showed me around the apartment made sure I was aware of how everything works also love the fact that they give complimentary bread milk and so on  the place itself was definitely gorgeous definitely worth your money

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 October 2023

    1.0
    Worst thing I have ever seen as an 'apartment'.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room with Castle View
    • Stayed 1 night

    I was asked to pay a deposit of £150 before even being allowed on site. Having then offered to pay at reception I was told the owner did not allow this and it had to be paid in advance of even entering the property.. This has NEVER happened before in 30+ years of business travel. It was basically a 3 bed semi advertised as 'luxury apartments - very misleading description. No photos of the room or bathroom were shown on the site and having seen the property that now explains a lot.

    Nothing. The worst property I have ever turned up to stay at.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 October 2023

    10
    All round pleasant stay and owner very a helpful
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Could not fault this property

    The property was decorated and furnished to a very high standard even down to the window blinds being electric this property is one of the nicest service accommodations I’ve seen and I used to work in S.A industry

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 September 2023

    1.0
    Nice place would definitely not stay again I would rather stay somewhere broke down as long as the staff aren’t racist
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff are so rude and noisy in a morning so if your having a late night expect to be up early. You pay a lot of money but it is not good value for money, we faced discrimination to the point the apartment will not give back the damage deposit even though not one thing was left damaged. we left windows open to let air in for the cleaner as she woke us up due to not being able to sleep until 7 am because you can hear absolutely everything through the walls. You can’t have access to the heating so it get absolutely boiling if you ask for it to be turned down they will turn it off and not turn it back on so you are left freezing cold. It only become apparent after the stay there is certain rules to follow which are not specified anywhere, guests are not made aware of any rules so they will use it against you for your deposit

    The property looked beautiful from the inside

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 September 2023

    10
    Comfy and Cosy place.
    • Family with young children
    • Family Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast options were limited and there was no microwave. Otherwise it was all good

    Very nicely decorated, beautiful, clean and self contained,comfortable apartment. Secure. Availability of free parking.

    Stayed in September 2023

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