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Somerset Apartments Lord Howe Island

Lord Howe Island - NSW · Australia

23 Neds Beach RoadView location

9.2/10Excellent78 Reviews
Cleanliness9.6/109.6
Service9.0/109.0
Comfort8.8/108.8
Condition8.6/108.6
Neighborhood9.6/109.6
Value7.0/107.0
Amenities9.0/109.0
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About Somerset Apartments Lord Howe Island

Somerset is perfectly situated between Neds Beach and the Lagoon, on a level area of the Island, allowing easy walking and biking to nearby shops, restaurants and the Visitor Centre.

The self-catering 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 is the ideal location for visitors wanting to explore and discover the natural attractions that have made Lord Howe Island famous.

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With a stay at Somerset Apartments Lord Howe Island in Lord Howe Island, you'll be near the beach, just a 1-minute walk from Lord Howe Habitat Protection Zone and 5 minutes by foot from Neds Beach.

This apartment is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Lagoon Beach and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Old Settlement Beach. Make yourself at home in one of the 12 guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves. Rooms have private balconies. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers, and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Featured amenities include luggage storage and laundry facilities. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary during limited hours.

Popular amenities

Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Smoking areas

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until 4:30 PM
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

Beach nearby No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-out is available

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Contactless check-out is available.
  • Special Instructions
    This property offers transfers from the airport. Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is open during the following times:
    • Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
    Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
    • Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
    • Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
    • 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
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

Lord Howe Habitat Protection Zone 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Neds Beach 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
Lagoon Beach 1 km / 0.6 mi
Old Settlement Beach 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Lord Howe Island Museum 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Malabar Hill 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Middle Beach 1.6 km / 1 mi
North Beach 1.7 km / 1.1 mi
Kim's Lookout 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Blinky Beach 3.1 km / 1.9 mi
Old Gulch 3.1 km / 1.9 mi
Salmon Beach 5.3 km / 3.3 mi

Hotel facilities & services

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  • Check-out hour
  • Laundry service
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Room types

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  • APARTMENT TWO BEDROOMSAPARTMENT • TWO BEDROOMSAPT.B2

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    Somerset Apartments Lord Howe Island

    APARTMENT TWO BEDROOMS

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    TWO BEDROOMS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: APT.B2

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  • DOUBLE ECONOMYDOUBLE • ECONOMYDBL.EY

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    Somerset Apartments Lord Howe Island

    DOUBLE ECONOMY

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    ECONOMY

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    Room code: DBL.EY

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARDDBL.ST

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    DOUBLE STANDARD

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: DBL.ST

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  • APARTMENT THREE BEDROOMSAPARTMENT • THREE BEDROOMSAPT.B3

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    Somerset Apartments Lord Howe Island

    APARTMENT THREE BEDROOMS

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    THREE BEDROOMS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: APT.B3

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  • Room ECONOMYRoom • ECONOMYROO.EY

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    Room ECONOMY

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    Room
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    ECONOMY

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.EY

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Somerset Apartments Lord Howe Island

9.2
Excellent
78 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.6 /10
Service
9.0 /10
Comfort
8.8 /10
Condition
8.6 /10
Neighborhood
9.6 /10
Value
7.0 /10
Amenities
9.0 /10
50 reviews shown
8/10
Excellent
25 May 2021
Frances

Comfortable and convenient

Good accommodation; spacious apartments with self-catering facilities. Perfect for a family holiday. Easy walk to shops, bar and restaurant and close to beach.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
18 May 2021
Verified traveler
Property is centrally located. The environment is in keeping with the island. Staff were always helpful.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
23 Jan 2021
Tom

Gréât location

Gréât location and beautiful lush gardens make Somerset a great base for your LHI stay. Rooms are basic and bathroom small, but you don’t come to LHI to stay in your room! Large balcony attached to our room was great feature. Staff all friendly & helpful. Overall great value for money on LHI & would stay again.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
17 Dec 2020
Yvonne

Very comfortable, excellent location

Very spacious rooms, very comfortable, excellent central location
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Nov 2020
Joanna
Somerset Apartments are brilliantly located midway between Ned's Beach and the Lagoon/CBD area. Beautiful gardens, lots of BBQ areas and bike racks on site, as well as a laundry building.

The apartments are pretty basic but have everything you need. They are scrupulously clean and well maintained, but could do with a bit of a refresh. The Wi-Fi situation is initially a bit irksome, but that is an island wide issue and part of the charm of Lord Howe - an enforced digital detox. You can get coverage at the Transit Lounge at Somerset, so not too bad.

Gai and her team are extremely accommodating and run nightly shuttle buses to take guests to the various restaurants located a little way away from the apartments. They also pick up and drop off at the airport.

Lord Howe exceeded our expectations. The people living there are extremely kind and within a few days of arriving, we noticed ourselves beginning to adapt to island life and saying good morning to everyone we passed and waving at strangers on bikes and in cars, as is the island custom.

The mantra \"kindness begets kindness\" is highly evident there and we found ourselves inviting strangers to have dinner with us or share a drink and had some of the best evenings we can remember.

Snorkelling and hiking are sublime and we were lucky enough to see a couple of sharks as well as some of the most laid back turtles and fish on the planet.

Amazing place. Definitely go.

Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Mar 2020
Karen

Position, position, position

The location is the best thing about this property - half way between the lagoon & Ned's Beach - and close to the main shops. Nice & level here too as there are plenty of hills on the island.
The rooms are all very private and hidden in lush tropical gardens. The room was very comfortable and came with lots of thoughtful extras like backpacks, water bottles & golf umbrellas.
Lots of BBQs scattered around the property, plus quite a few laundry's. Also a main transit lounge with plenty of books to swap and lots of tourist info.
Office kindly lent us a fan, torches and clothes airer. Plus a courtesy bus runs every night and will drop you at whichever restaurant you want to eat at (the restaurants then drop you home).
Will definitely stay here again.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
08 Feb 2020
Maria
great location - easy to walk everywhere - management helpful
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jan 2020
Verified traveler
Excellent location. Close to the shops, restaurants and beach. The property is very clean. Staff are friendly and helpful.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
07 Dec 2019
Felicity/Carmen
Great situation, close to everything. Walk to Ned's Beach, Post Office and Thompson's store. Very clean apartment, well equipped kitchen. Helpful, friendly staff. Even when I left my precious Kentia palm back in my room after I had been dropped off at the airport, no trouble to go back and collect it for me. I was most grateful for that. I would stay there again when I go back for another relaxing and full of adventure week.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
22 Nov 2019
Jason
Excellent place to stay on Lord Howe Island. Very convenient location to walk to shops and restaurants and very friendly staff.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Nov 2019
Marilyn

Spectacular Lord Howe

Our stay at Somerset was great everything you could need. Very close to all the amenities and fabulous beches. Wish we could have stayed longer
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Sep 2019
Verified traveler
Friendly, helpful staff. Perfect location on Ned’s Road, between the Lagoon and Ned’s Beach. Clean, well stocked apartment. Small problems: some sewage smell on first day only, poor tv reception. Overall: it was great accommodation on a wonderful island to visit. Highly recommended.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
19 Sep 2019
Verified traveler
A good location close to Neds Beach and to local Cafes. Lovely grounds and mostly out of the wind. Apartments clean and tidy and loved the comfy cane arm chairs
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
21 Aug 2019
Verified traveler
It's on Lord Howe Island. What's not to like? It was cool in the rooms, but then it was the coldest time of year.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
18 Aug 2019
David
Friendly and helpful staff, location was perfect and accommodation very comfortable.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
10 Jun 2019
Verified traveler
Being picked up at the airport and assisted when our baggage didn't arrive was very nice .We loved the location of the property ,being central to both Neds beach & the lagoon beach. The staff were friendly and helpful.
Accommodation is comfortable & clean with a relatively new bathroom.The unit / apartment is much better than what the Website pictures show.
With checkout being a standard 10.00 a.m it was nice to have an available shower in the transit lounge,which we used after snorkelling between checkout time and being driven back to the airport.
Thanks for a wonderful holiday.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
02 Jun 2019
Verified traveler
Well located in lush surroundings, easy walk to the wonderful Anchorage cafe, general store, museum and glass bottom boat trips. No mobile phone network and unstable wifi so a great opportunity to enjoy amazing scenery and foreshore walks. Balcony ideal for a quiet coffee or wine o'clock.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Feb 2019
Verified traveler
Comfortable, functional and perfect location close to all the main beaches and services
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
19 Jan 2019
Verified traveler
Great location. Very obliging staff.

Some ceiling fans would help us mainlanders in the afternoon having a post dive snooze!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Oct 2018
Jann
Excellent accommodation .Great location halfway between Ned's beach and Lagoon.
6/10
Pleasant
03 Oct 2018
DB32

Upgraded unit

Having never been to Lord Howe Island we had no idea what to expect. Pleasantly surprised by the spacious gardens, well kept grounds and accommodation. The photo for the advert does not give a good indication of accommodation on offer. Located walking distances to beaches, store,hall for Wednesday night historical movie night and Sunday market day, cafe, post and close to wharf, dive centre and start of hikes.
8/10
Excellent
22 Sep 2018
Sue

Tropical setting

This apartment was suitably located between the lagoon and Ned’s beach. It was protected from the ever present winds. It was relatively flat to walk or cycle to from Lagoon Rd.
10/10
Exceptional
06 Sep 2018
Frangipani4

Ideal location - unique setting - great experience

We have long thought about going to Lord Howe Island, and much earlier this year our forward-looking research suggested the Somerset Apartments as the right place at the right price - and it proved an excellent choice, meeting and exceeding all our expectations. From when we were picked up at the airport to when we were taken back there at the end of our stay, the facilities and support services plus excellent information about the island and its features and opportunities, underpinned all aspects of a great holiday. The well-designed and very well equipped and comfortably furnished apartments are spaces out in small groups within surrounding lush gardens of sub-tropical palms and flowering shrubs where the loudest sounds are the songs of many and varied birds. Relaxed. Uncommercialised. Peaceful. Perfect.





10/10
Exceptional
31 Jul 2018
Daz

Beautiful location.

Great place to stay. Lord Howe did not disappoint. We enjoyed our stay even though it was a little cool in the evening but it was winter. Definitely go again
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jul 2018
onenightinbangc
Check in was easy. Staff polite. As there are hardly any cars on the island the staff arrange for transfers to hotels/restaurants which was great
10/10
Exceptional
25 May 2018
Mariana

A pleasant stay in beautiful surrounds

These apartments are comfortable, spacey and beautifully set in a lovely garden, close to the local \"CBD\", Post Office, shops and tour operators in the main street.
Manager Gai and her cheerful team will welcome you to your holiday home as a guest. You will find flowers in your rooms, all amenities needed for your stay, a bbq in the garden and a few coffee shops and restaurants nearby.
Enjoy!
10/10
Exceptional
23 May 2018
Verified traveler

Great value

Great value. Very clean. Recently renovated. Friendly staff.
8/10
Excellent
18 Mar 2018
Verified traveler
Very comfortable, conveniently located accommodation
Family
10/10
Exceptional
09 Mar 2018
Verified traveler

Good basic accomodation in paradise that is LHI.

Great position between ‘down town’ and Ned’s beach. Not serviced, but the room was very clean when we got there, and towels changed when needed. Staff very friendly, like everyone else on the island. Good laundry facilities, just don’t forget your $1 coins. Apartment had lots of room and comfortable beds, though bathroom is a little small. Basic facilities in room for cooking and lots of bbq areas outside. Would definitely recommend and consider staying here again.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Feb 2018
Owen

Great stay

Hopefully we will return. Great views, great hosts, great experiences...climbed Mt Gower-never to be forgotten.
10/10
Exceptional
29 Dec 2017
Helen

Great place central to everything.

We spent 12 days here and enjoyed wonderful weather and very caring staff.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
16 Dec 2017
Chris

Comfortable unit in a lush garden.

The superior one bedroom unit was set in a lush garden and quite comfortable. It is in a good location between Neds Beach and the lagoon. There is a shop and a good cafe/restaurant nearby. The staff were very helpful and friendly. A good stay.
10/10
Exceptional
03 Dec 2017
Debbie

Very nice apartments close to everything.

Stayed here for 14 nights and was very happy with the accommodation. Close to the town centre and most of the islands facilities. Very friendly staff.
10/10
Exceptional
13 Sep 2017
Ros

Great location!

Comfortable, clean accommodation. Great central location within easy walking distance from Neds beach, Lagoon beach, Anchorage restaurant and Thompson's store.
8/10
Excellent
12 Sep 2017
Linda

Great location and well run premises.

We were greeted at the airport and given a tour of the island on our way to our accommodation by our friendly driver. Our accommodation was spotless and comfortable with plenty of towels and other comforts should we need them,. The position of Somerset Apts is one of the best on the island within close walking distance to the main \"hub\" and also Ned's beach. We didn't hire bikes and found walking to other beaches and sights easy. Each evening we were transported to our chosen venue for dinner and driven back by our dinner hosts.
We had a lovely relaxing time and found our Somerset to be all we had hopped for.
8/10
Excellent
29 Jul 2017
Sian

Mid-winter stay

We booked via Wotif with this last available accommodation. It turned out to be wonderful and we had a very happy couple of weeks staying in Frangipani 7 here. Staff are generally very friendly and helpful and small suggestions about path lights being out in some spots were dealt with next day. Cleanliness is terrific, the unit was private and larger than we thought plus, although the ensuite bathroom was not wide, it was a good length and sufficient. Somerset is very close to Thompson's store, Anchorage restaurant, bike hire and also to Ned's Beach. Love that accommodation and restaurants on the island look after getting visitors too and from evening dining - it makes it very easy and somewhat entertaining too. Mid-winter some activities and restaurants are closed, but it didn't stop us from having a top stay on the island. Electric blankets on the queen and single beds kept us warm at night. The unit had a good size balcony overlooking a tropical palm garden. No mobile phone reception is available, but there is wifi access and pay as you go internet available. Friendly Somerset staff picked us up and dropped us back to the airport. We would happily stay here again! Thanks for a fabulous holiday.
10/10
Exceptional
09 Apr 2017
Verified traveler
Delightful staff and very fair when we were delayed due to Qantas flight cancellations.
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jan 2017
Gracy

Nice hotel near beaches and shops

It was a great place to stay. Love Lord Howe Island. Gorgeous place, friendly, relaxed place.
10/10
Exceptional
11 Oct 2016
Trevor

Lovely relaxing place

The apartment was bigger than we expected, and well equipped for cooking (microwave and 2 gas rings, bbq under cover round the corner). All very clean. Quiet location with a great setting in amongst the rainforest. The staff were really friendly and helpful especially for organising restaurant dinner bookings, and driving us from/to the airport.
10/10
Exceptional
15 Sep 2016
Verified traveler

The perfect place to stay in paradise.

Somerset Apartments are centrally located, bright and airy, comfortable and couldn't want for more.
6/10
Pleasant
01 Sep 2016
Verified traveler

Nice hotel

No heater provided on arrival ...we were cold. First aid kit not updated , no band aids scissors broken which were needed but otherwise very comfortable but we would not revisit.
10/10
Exceptional
30 Aug 2016
liz

Very clean, friendly staff, good location

Just stayed here for four nights - booked here as it was the last place available at the (relatively late) time of booking.

Somerset was extremely good value for money - very clean, the staff were lovely and helpful, and the location was equidistant to lots of beaches and amenities. I'd stay here again!
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jul 2016
Verified traveler

Nice hotel, central to everything we wanted.

Lovely place to visit, but we timed it wrong. The weather wasn't good stopping us from doing some of the tourist things. Enjoyable none the less. Next time we will know to take more of the foods we need.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jun 2016
Verified traveler

Island Paradise

very pleasant stay.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
12 Mar 2016
Verified traveler

Handy location to Beach and Lagoon

We loved the whole island and our experience was only marred by the lack of adequate cooling in our Hibiscus 10 Apartment. All rooms had a lovely outlook but in the hot conditions the lack of insulation and provision of only one portable fan was most inadequate. A second fan was kindly provided by office staff when requested
8/10
Excellent
18 Jan 2016
Steve

Great location

The hotel is located between the main beaches and convenient for the shops and one restaurant. The accomodation is clean and well kept and the staff friendly, we really enjoyed our stay. Perfect with two children 11 and 14.
Family
8/10
Excellent
04 Jan 2016
Stephanie

Great Location

Somerset is ideally located between Neds beach and the shops. The apartments are comfortable, clean and set in beautiful tropical gardens. A great choice for couples or families.
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jan 2016
Helen

Perfect location with plenty of kitchen equipment

A great holiday on an idyllic island despite the rain. The good sized balcony outside the room was perfect for relaxing and drying wet clothes. Somerset Apartments met our needs exactly and the good selection of kitchen equipment and full sized fridge-freezer was a bonus. Kingfish cooks perfectly in 2 minutes in the sandwich maker!
10/10
Exceptional
13 Oct 2015
Paul

central location

Easy walking access to beaches, water activities departure points, restaurants(although free Somerset bus to restaurant of choice each night, and free restaurant bus return to accommodation post meal/drinks), walking tracks. Clean, spacious, private unit. Self-contained facilities good. Double bed mattress too hard for Princess. No mobile phones (excellent!). Ethernet cable internet available during Office hours or buy wi-fi at Museum.
Highly recommended holiday, including 9hr Mt Gower climb. Friendly locals, everyone says G'day/waves. No bogans, just relaxed, nice people.
10/10
Exceptional
07 Aug 2015
Kan

Excellent location and comfort

Close to Ned's beach, main centre shops and west lagoon. Just a walk away to the bike hire place. Very clean and comfortable place to stay.

Location & surroundings

Somerset Apartments Lord Howe Island
23 Neds Beach Road, Lord Howe Island, Australia

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