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The Waterloo Hotel

Property class: 3.5

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A room with a view of a body of water, a balcony with a railing, and a table with a laptop.
A bedroom with a large bed, two chairs, a nightstand, a mirror, and a balcony view.
An aerial view of a coastal hotel with a parking lot, a building with a red roof, and a view of the sea and mountains in the background.
A beach with a sunset, trees, and a calm sea.
A golf course with a flagstick, trees, and a clear sky.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
The current price is AU$147
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct

Explore the area

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1A Franklin Street, Swansea, TAS, 7190
  • Place, Glamorgan War Memorial
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Heritage Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, East Coast Heritage Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Executive Room, Balcony (Executive Spa Room)

A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a mirror, and a brick wall.

Executive Room, Balcony (Executive Spa Room)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Water view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Balcony (Standard Room - Family 3)

A hotel room with a brick wall, a large window with curtains, a bed with a striped bedspread, and a small table with a lamp.

Family Room, Balcony (Standard Room - Family 3)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Balcony (Standard Room - Family 4)

A room with a brick wall, a bed with blue bedding, a nightstand with a lamp, and a bunk bed.

Family Room, Balcony (Standard Room - Family 4)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Balcony (Spa Room - Family 4)

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a table, and a view through the window.

Family Room, Balcony (Spa Room - Family 4)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Balcony (Water View - Family 3)

A room with a view of the sea through a glass door, a bed with a blanket, and a brick wall.

Family Room, Balcony (Water View - Family 3)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(33 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Balcony (Water View - Family 4)

A bedroom with a large window, a bed with striped bedding, and a view of the outdoors.

Family Room, Balcony (Water View - Family 4)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

About the area

Swansea

At The Waterloo Hotel you'll be within steps of Nine Mile Beach and Kelvedon Beach. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi, balconies and LCD TVs. .The fine-dining restaurant, The Waterloo Inn, is open for lunch and dinner. At the motel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Swansea motel include Glamorgan War Memorial and East Coast Heritage Museum.
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What's nearby

  • Glamorgan War Memorial - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Heritage Centre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • East Coast Heritage Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Waterloo Point - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Bark Mill Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Hobart International Airport (HBA) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Artifakt Gallery & Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bark Mill Tavern and Bakery - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Dalila’s Patisserie - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Alimento - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Homestead Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Waterloo Hotel

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Waterloo Hotel also features a picnic area, laundry facilities, and room service (during limited hours). Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Swansea motel is smoke free.

  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Waterloo Hotel offers 28 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies or patios. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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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
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Waterloo Inn

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Laundry detergent

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Swansea Waterloo Inn
Swansea Waterloo
Waterloo Point
Swansea Waterloo Inn
The Waterloo Hotel Motel
The Waterloo Hotel Swansea
The Waterloo Hotel Motel Swansea

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Waterloo Hotel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at The Waterloo Hotel?

As of 22 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Waterloo Hotel on 25 Oct 2026 start from AU$147, 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 The Waterloo Hotel?

Yep, The Waterloo Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Waterloo Hotel?

Yep, The Waterloo Hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Nine Mile Beach.

What makes The Waterloo Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Beachfront dining and a lounge bar, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Waterloo Hotel.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Waterloo Hotel?

No, The Waterloo Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Waterloo Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Waterloo Hotel?

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

Are pets allowed at The Waterloo Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Waterloo Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 363 out of 792 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 315 out of 792 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 89 out of 792 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 792 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 792 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and excellent value
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location and facilities at good price. Building and rooms are a little dated by very comfortable and functional.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lovely place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Great location. Will go back
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay. Nice sea views from the balcony.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, very nice room and lovely desk staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view from the room is amazing.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was good, very dated hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Million dollar location, best views imaginable. Older style hotel but well preserved, very charming. Clean and comfy. Very friendly and helpful staff. We loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful beach view. Great staff. Throughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Older style motel but well priced and located with great views down over the beach onto the bay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great visit. Nice views.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was thing that we enjoyed the most
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room/unobstructed beach view/Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, well organised, nice beach view, great amenities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well organized room, lovely beach view and access
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful, gave us the key before room was ready so we could go hiking.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay with clean, comfortable room with a view. Check-in was easy and reception were extremely helpful in suggesting things to do and dining options, Would stay again next time
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice hotel, nice oceanview!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good sized room and staff were Great !
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrific location with sea views. Well equipped room.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A bit dated but amazing location right on the beach. Walked straight across the sand from our room to the water. Lovely staff and clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026