Postecoglou happy with Roos base

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SINCE Guus Hiddink arrived the Socceroos have become used to doing FIFA World Cups in luxury but their 2014 abode is modest in comparison.

The Socceroos will call the Ilha do Bois Hotel will be home for at least three weeks next June as they undertake the almighty challenge of advancing from the World Cup 'Group of Death'.

Though located atop an island offering sweeping views of Vitoria's coastline, the unpretentious facade is a far cry from the luxurious former hunting lodge Wald-und-Schlosshotel Friedrichsruhe in 2006 or the 2010 base at Kloofzicht Lodge, a secluded wildlife and fishing lodge in rural Johannesburg.

Last week a standard double room cost $209 (440 Reais) while $644 (1359 Reais) lands you the most expensive room, a double master suite.

Built in 1979, the Ilha do Bois was Vitoria's crown jewel until 2007 according to 'Guia 4 Rodas', Brazil's main hotel guide, which considers it a three-star hotel.

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But respected travel guide Lonely Planet is far more complimentary: "For a real night of luxury this is an excellent choice. The service is impeccable and the amenities delightful, including a tennis court, solarium, piano bar and, pools and saunas."

With the players set to face a punishing training schedule leading into the first game against Chile on June 13, the 23 players will at least get a chance to unwind back at base, by an outdoor pool which takes in stunning views.

"Our plan is to get into Vitoria early June and pretty much stay there for the duration," coach Ange Postecoglou said.

"We'll probably have exclusive access to it and it's a good location, it's quiet, it's comfortable and it will allow the players a place where they can switch their mind off in between training and preparing for games.

"It will depend on the kick-off times, with the one o'clock kick-off times we might leave two days before but if that happens we'll fly back straight after the game so again it'll only mean two nights away from the base."

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