We had to book a last minute trip (due to an ill family member) and were pleasantly surprised by the Select Inn Gosford. Firstly, they made after hours check-in very easy (which we appreciated since we didn't arrive until after midnight). Secondly, the room was spacious and the beds were very comfortable. I was staying with my mother who has back issues and she slept very well. Thirdly, the pool area and koi pond was very relaxing during a very tense time.
We didn't hire a car during our stay but we found the resort was well located. There are two bus stops close by for travelling to the station/hospital if you don't want to walk the thirty minutes/2kms into town. (I'm from Victoria so I found the weather too warm to comfortably walk into town.) There's a tavern across the road if you want to eat out and there's also a Coles across the road if you want to eat in your room (the microwave and fridge were very convenient for us).
The staff were friendly and understanding, and we'll be staying here again for future hospital visits.