Squid Ink Motel

Property class: 2.5
Motel in Newcastle

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Squid Ink Motel offers a fantastic location, putting you just steps from Lake Macquarie. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and surfing/body boarding. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (9)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Wedding services
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is $73
$81 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7

Room options

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View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Lake View

A neatly made bed with white bedding, a bedside table with a lamp, a remote control, and a book.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Lake View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Triple Room, Multiple Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Triple Room, Multiple Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a pillow, and a painting of a sunset over rocks.

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Quadruple Room

A hotel room with two beds, a small table, and a view of the sea.

Quadruple Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Basic Triple Room

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

APARTMENT TWO QUEEN BEDS

  • Sleeps 10

APARTMENT TWO BEDROOMS WITH KITCHENETTE

  • Sleeps 10

DOUBLE LAKE VIEW

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Map
690 Pacific Highway, Belmont, NSW, 2280

What's nearby

  • Lake Macquarie - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Belmont Lagoon - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Belmont Golf Course - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Blacksmiths Beach - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Newcastle Beach - 30 min drive - 25.3 km

Getting around

  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 45 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 120 min drive
  • Western Sydney Intl. Airport (WSI) - 133 min drive
  • Kotara Station - 14 min drive
  • Cardiff Station - 17 min drive
  • Cockle Creek Station - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jewells Tavern - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Belmont 16s - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Amazing Noodle - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Squid Ink Motel

  • Squid Ink Motel offers a fantastic location, putting you just steps from Lake Macquarie. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and surfing/body boarding. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 28 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Microwave

More

  • Housekeeping on request (surcharge)

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of AUD 50.00 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1.5 percent
  • Housekeeping is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 20.0 per day
  • Rollaway beds are available for AUD 20.0 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Squid Ink Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Squid Ink Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Squid Ink Motel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Squid Ink Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Squid Ink Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of AUD 50.00 (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Squid Ink Motel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as fishing. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around Squid Ink Motel like?

Squid Ink Motel is a short 1-minute walk from Lake Macquarie and 11 minutes' walk from Belmont Lagoon.

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Reviews

Squid Ink Motel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.8

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The on-site restaurant offered excellent food, great service, and beautiful lake views. (24 reviews)
  • Onsite parking was easy to locate and available for guests. (6 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Great location
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10/10 Exceptional

Basic motel, but very clean, comfortable bed, friendly staff and with the view from the room, no need for any extras.
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8/10 Very good

Great view. Friendly checkin upgraded thank you. Have stayed previously and will stay again
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Good for short stay with decent facilities, parking in front and located in a beautiful place.No smart Tv ,if you are after one but they have the normal TV with some streaming channels,Check in was easy and overall good for short stay.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent staff and great value for money! Basic room but Basic has been done fantastically. Fantastic staff in the Restaurant attached (Mia the standout in the restaurant, Great Bloody Marys).
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10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly and helpful staff
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room. Comfortable bed. Highly recommended.
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8/10 Very good

Room was clean, Staff friendly. Tinta Restaurant had good food in elegant style with perfect lake views, seafood and excellent coffee. Location was perfect at water's edge, where many black swans congregated in the lake. Overall feeling was of peaceful serenity.
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8/10 Very good

The location is amazing, beautiful views
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful location. Room is large and comfortable. Staff very helpful.
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10/10 Exceptional

Good place to stay. Was clean. Quiet and parking available
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6/10 Good

The lake behind was beautiful. Great captains club meals just down the road.
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice view of lake.
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8/10 Very good

Good , convenient location , close to shops
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean & Quiet ,Business travel
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8/10 Very good

Staff greet on arrival. Reasonably close to shops
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8/10 Very good

Only downside was power point in bathroom not working View from room spectacular Clean room Would stay again
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10/10 Exceptional

The rooms were super clean and comfortable, it was better than the photos. Sunsets are fun to watch and the back deck has beautiful views.
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4/10 Fair

Beautiful view of the lake
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10/10 Exceptional

Great little spot

Great location, pity about the wind. But beautiful outlook. Staff were amazing.
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10/10 Exceptional

Water views and sunset over the lake
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10/10 Exceptional

Really nice little motel. Surprised by how great the bathroom in my room was.
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10/10 Exceptional

Safe,quite and clean .
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8/10 Very good

Top Spot

The view and restaurant was amazing.
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10/10 Exceptional

Room no 4 had a fantastic view highly recommend