Great things: man at reception relaxed, friendly, keen to assist; the bed linen and towels were clean and quality products. The building is old but the room was clean and comfortable very good value. The bath room is old as are some of the cupboards but at the price you over look it. I liked that there were chairs outside for guest to sit and that windows could open for fresh air.

instructions for setting up the TV. it took me many attempts to get reception until I found another switch by the bed. Lamps near the bead head get very warm.

Bed was comfortable, the room was a big size compared to other places we have stayed. Bathroom was big also. TV was not well connected a lot of interference and the volume kept going up and down on its own!

The only thing I didnt like was on check in, the lady on reception said, 'next time book direct with the motel' and then she gave me a business and said Booking.com take $17 from the booking and then that left them at their bottom line for the room I booked'!! I was shocked at this comment and didnt really have any time to comment back as she was needing to go somewhere. If I did, I would have said, 'dont list with booking.com' if you dont want to pay fees'!!! I was very annoyed with this comment!!

Very easy to find, take the M3 from Tullamarine Freeway, look for the Ringwood Bypass on your left as you come out of the Melba Tunnel. Then turn left at Maroondah Highway, the Ringwood Lake Inn is about 100m on your left. Hungry Jacks, Coles Express and Shell just over the road. A short drive to the Ringwood shopping precinct and Eastlands. Great location for visiting the Dandenong Ranges. We went over the top of the Dandenong Ranges via Monbulk, which was a lovely quiet drive, to join the M1 Freeway at Packenham for our holiday in South Gippsland. The Ringwood Lake Inn is central and convenient for local exploration, and for on travel to Gippsland. You can drive to the Hume Highway at Seymore via Yea, which is also a nice road trip. Am I a fan of Ringwood? Well, my first job out of school was there, so I have a soft spot for the town ;-)

All good

We had a 5 night stay at the Ringwood Lake Inn. The room was spacious, with a comfortable bed. We appreciated that it had a small table and chairs where we could eat, and a small fridge and toaster. The Manager was really lovely and helpful if we needed anything. This motel is within walking distance to a huge shopping complex, as well as a train station, which was a huge bonus. There was off-street parking for our car, and although on a busy road we could not hear any road noise from our room. The heating in our room worked brilliantly, and was very much appreciated as the days and nights were quite cold. A suggestion to make the stay even better would be to include a microwave if possible.

For a start, I like a dark room at night. I got this here. No little lights all around the place keeping me awake. The curtains were a great quality block out. Bliss. Quiet location, even though near to main roads and I had my window part open. Good quality sheets too. For a person of my vintage, the height of a toilet matters these days, and I didn't need a hand to get up.:)

Shower was over bath, but I did see that in photo when booked, but I managed.

My favourite thing was the beautiful bathtub in the very clean and well equipped bathroom. The shower was exceptionally good too. The staff/hosts were very friendly and accommodating. The room was very well equipped with everything you may have need and expect. Tastefully decorated. Very spacious room with seating and table. Accessible location.

Only complaint possible was that there was no cookies with the coffee ;) Otherwise the stay was perfect and exceeded my expectations.

Visiting for a family function, this hotel was close to everyone we needed to see. The rooms were big and clean, the bed was comfortable and the toaster and microwave were an unexpected bonus. The bathrooms looked recently renovated. And even though we were right on the highway, it was very quiet. I've paid a lot more for far less.

The decor was a bit dated, but this was not an issue at all. My group had a good stay and will likely be back again.

We really liked room 6, all lights, heater, TV etc worked.

The hot water is usually set at a top temperature for safety..., my partner has dementia and like a child, could not mix hot and cold safely. I believe one should be able to put a finger under the hot tap, at all times when on by itself.

The reason I would stay here again is because of the gentleman on reception. He was very friendly and accommodating to my family circumstances while my father was in hospital. He went over and beyond for me, and I am extremely grateful as I was travelling interstate.

I believe the room was not cleaned to a good standard - the draws etc were not wiped out and there were crumbs etc in there and there was paper towel in our bed sheets. There were fixtures missing in the bathroom and the tap was not fitted correctly and water came out everywhere. BUT, because of the service I could see past all of this, and I would stay again for sure!

Room was clean, bed comfortable - Monty was very helpful with suggestions for places to eat - the Ringwood Club in particular was where we enjoyed a great meal & friendly staff & it wasn't too far away

Could possibly have done with an extra blanket being made available (we turned the heater on, but may not have had to if there was an extra blanket).