This hotel offers a fresh European pension-style presence in the heart of the city, 1 block from the Murray Street Mall. It’s a 1911 building so a bit of a rabbit warren. The whole place has been refurbished over the last 5 years, but still retains its Swedish ambience. It has a comfortable “feel,” with wallpaper used throughout. Miss Maud is real — Maud Edmiston who started the hotel and restaurant 35 years ago. Many staff have been with her for years and there’s a loyal customer base.
Single women find it a safe and comfortable place to stay. Sixty percent of visitors are corporate, and there’s a strong European market. There are six single rooms. Two principal aims are to provide sleeping comfort and a good breakfast, so large beds are provided — and the fabulous buffet next door in Miss Maud Swedish Restaurant. All windows are double glazed to eliminate traffic noise.