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Swansea Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Lake Macquarie

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Standard Suite, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite
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Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$83
includes taxes & fees
20 July - 21 July

Explore the area

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196 Pacific Hwy, Swansea, NSW, 2281
  • Lake Macquarie
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Blacksmiths Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Belmont Golf Course
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

Standard Suite, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

Standard Suite, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Newcastle

At Swansea Hotel you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Lake Macquarie and Byrnes Reserve. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas. Additionally, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area. .In proximity to this 3-property class Swansea hotel you'll find John Hunter Hospital.

What's nearby

  • Lake Macquarie - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Blacksmiths Beach - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Belmont Golf Course - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • John Hunter Hospital - 24 min drive - 22.6 km
  • Newcastle Beach - 30 min drive - 27.2 km

Getting around

  • Kotara Station - 23 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Mamma's Pizza - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Orana Hotel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Mai Thai Restaurant NSW - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Swansea Hotel

Hotel with free parking, near Lake Macquarie
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Swansea Hotel also features coffee/tea in common area and an ATM. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Newcastle hotel is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Pool or billiards table
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Swansea Hotel offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations, with a ceiling fan. This Newcastle hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Conveniences

  • ATM

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 18 February 2025 to 30 September 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue
  • Exterior
  • Parking area
Renovation work will only be conducted on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Swansea Hotel?

Swansea Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Swansea Hotel?

As of 4 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Swansea Hotel on 20 July 2025 start from AU$82.53, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Swansea Hotel?

Yep, Swansea Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Swansea Hotel?

The closest beach to Swansea Hotel is Blacksmiths Beach (9.2 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Swansea Hotel?

No, Swansea Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Swansea Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant. The property will be renovating its dining venue from February 18 2025 until September 30 2025 (completion date subject to change).

What time are check-in & check-out at Swansea Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Swansea Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Swansea Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 183 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 61 out of 183 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 183 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 183 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 183 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Maria

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Rebecca

Liked: Staff & service
We stayed on a Thursday night having read reviews of it being an affordable place to sleep and good for price. Had a lovely meal downstairs before going up to our room to discover a strong smell of cigarettes. Opened the window to air it out and went to bed. At midnight woken by loud music from downstairs, closed window and made little difference. Cigarette smell returned so possibly smoking area just below our room. Music went on till about 2:30am and then the other guests trickled in laughing and chatting. For price had expected some noise and older amenities, but had not expected sound to that level.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hasan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The accomodation was both affordable and at a convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jenny

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very old buildding with some great features. Huge room and very clean. Ensuit old and out dated. Renovations were underway. Total renovation would be excellent. Restaurant down stairs was excellent. Very good selection.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Indrajith

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and facilities amazing Even with Renovations going on Food and kitchen staff clean and beautiful food Thank you Staff Rock!,,,
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Vicki, Wheeler Heights

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This room was lovely with a huge bathroom with a separate toilet. It was a pleasant surprise. It was my first time staying above a pub and it was not too noisy. I would not recommend it if travelling with kids as there were some interesting people wandering around the hallways in the morning but great for adults. The room was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very satisfied, very clean and tidy. Big room and bathroom Quite not disturbed by other guest's. Convenient to all shops and RSL
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Amenities
It's a good pub
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great accommodation for the night
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Winnie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was extremely small, designed for a single bed only. i Pulled bed in front of door to get around it. Situated this side of gents shower. What a noise of water pipes. I think it’s a workers pub. The hotel itself for meals, drinks etc and staff is fantastic. Front of house would make you believe the rooms would be decent. Photos do not show a true picture.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Isabel

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Mark, Nanaimo

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are right above a pub and mini casino. There are live bands playing loud so check their schedule in case you need a quiet nights sleep. Bathrooms are shared amongst all the rooms - no private bathrooms! Picture show nice new bathrooms but they must be the public ones downstairs for restaurant! They were not for guests upstairs staying the night. Very outdated, old carpet smell; small beds, broken trim, etc… it’s cheap for a reason- if you need a good nights sleep spend the extra and find something else.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela, Newcastle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Price and Reasonable we've stayed here a few timee.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Buddhika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good Value

The room was spacious enough and had a huge bathroom.The shower was easy to use and had good hot water and pressure. The bed was comfortable. Also, it was easy access to the hotel bistro to have a good meal.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Taneal

Travelled with partner
Under the bed had not been cleaned. There was red wig hair under there in a big clump.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Unfortunate circumstance

Air conditioning was massively leaking and unfortunately due to the timing being Friday late afternoon a technician was unable to attend. However the staff were very kind in providing assistance and also gave a little compensation for the inconvenience caused.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
You get what you paid for and all I needed was a bed. So I thought it was perfectly priced and the food in the restaurant downstairs was great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Jose

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Noise, no ameneties in the room, the exit in the morning onely to the main street, not to the park behind, so alk with all the lugage, make no sense.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable room. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Xenia

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
All in all a pleasant stay. Beds were very comfortable and linen was fresh and clean. Great lounge and kitchen facilities/adequate for travelers. Cleanliness relates to state of doors and stairwell - to touch icky. Cannot fault the staff. Unfortunately both our fan and air con weren’t working. We were moved to a similar room with no issues at all. Other comments have noted noises but apart from some light highway noise (our room was on the front) we had a good night sleep. Staff were brilliant. Parking out the back. Arrived to late for dinner but seemed very popular.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024