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The Waterloo Hotel

3.5 star property

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Family Room, Balcony (Spa Room - Family 4)
Executive Room, Balcony (Executive Spa Room)
On the beach
Executive Room, Balcony (Executive Spa Room)
Lunch and dinner served

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
The current price is AU$140
includes taxes & fees
5 June - 6 June

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, Waterloo Point
    ‪9 min walk‬

Room options

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Executive Room, Balcony (Executive Spa Room)

Executive Room, Balcony (Executive Spa Room)

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

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Family Room, Balcony (Standard Room - Family 3)

Family Room, Balcony (Standard Room - Family 3)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Room, Balcony (Standard Room - Family 4)

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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Room, Balcony (Spa Room - Family 4)

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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Balcony (Water View - Family 3)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Room, Balcony (Water View - Family 4)

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
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Swansea

At The Waterloo Hotel you'll be within steps of Nine Mile Beach and Kelvedon Beach. Highlights at this beachfront 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

  • ‪Alimento - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Homestead Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dalila’s Patisserie - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Horny Cray - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bark Mill Tavern and Bakery - ‬12 min walk

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

  • On the beach
  • Picnic area

More

  • Smoke-free property

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 8:30 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

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 4 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Waterloo Hotel on 5 June 2026 start from AU$140, 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. 353 out of 778 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 311 out of 778 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 89 out of 778 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 778 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 778 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

Patricia D

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

Wafa

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

Cindy

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

Preeti

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

Trevor

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

Andrew

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Thea

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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8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very clean, roomy, beautiful views
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Aina Karoline

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

Linda

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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6/10 Okay

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good sized room and staff were Great !
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

PETER

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

HYUN JUNG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The view is beautiful and coffee machine is ready for you.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

tharindi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean spacious room with all the facilities. Great for families. Beautiful view from the room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Maree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were friendly & room was great. Comfortable bed & lovely view.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great beach and water view Nice walk around point & golf course
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very easy check in, clean tidy and well equipped. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room had great view of beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ernest

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room with a wonderful view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael CK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is very friendly, professional and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Suzie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room with a wonderful view. Felt very looked after during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Laraine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great. Staff where very nice. Fantastic view.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The cleanliness of the room and amenities provided. Both ladies on arrival and departure were lovely. Stunning views too!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great views. Older motel but very clean. Lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026