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The Lakes Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel in The Entrance with bars/lounges and rooftop terrace

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Lunch and dinner served
Family Room, Shared Bathroom
Terrace/patio
Property entrance
Interior detail

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$66
includes taxes & fees
29 July - 30 July

Explore the area

Map
201 The Entrance Rd, The Entrance, NSW, 2261
  • Pelican Plaza
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • The Entrance Ocean Baths
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Blue Bay Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬

Room options

Standard Apartment, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Economy Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Budget)

Budget Single Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Economy Double Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Budget)

Budget Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2013
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

The Entrance

At The Lakes Hotel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Pelican Plaza and Entrance Beach. Highlights at this hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The bistro, Bistro, is open for lunch and dinner. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a rooftop terrace and luggage storage. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this The Entrance hotel include Terrigal Beach and Lake Macquarie.

What's nearby

  • Pelican Plaza - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Entrance Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • The Entrance Ocean Baths - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Blue Bay Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Toowoon Bay Beach - 3 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Tuggerah Station - 20 min drive
  • Wyong Station - 24 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Tuna Fish Co. - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Los Dos Hombres - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Coco Rice & Noodle Bar the Entrace - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Lakes Hotel

Hotel in The Entrance with bars/lounges and rooftop terrace
There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Lakes Hotel also features a rooftop terrace and an ATM. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this The Entrance hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1927
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Pool or billiards table
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
The Lakes Hotel offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a ceiling fan. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

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

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bistro

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1927
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 26-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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 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
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Lakes Hotel?

The Lakes 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 Lakes Hotel?

As of 19 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Lakes Hotel on 29 July 2025 start from AU$65.69, 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 Lakes Hotel?

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

Are there any beaches close to The Lakes Hotel?

Yep, The Lakes Hotel is a short 9-minute walk from Entrance Beach. Fun beach activities include fishing.

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

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Lakes Hotel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Lakes Hotel's onsite restaurant that serves lunch and dinner.

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

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

Are pets allowed at The Lakes Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Lakes Hotel Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 294 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 77 out of 294 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 88 out of 294 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 294 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 294 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

4.0/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff are amazing and friendly but
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ted

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good room for price
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

DIMITRIOS

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately i had paid through Wotif and then charged again by the lakes
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lack of any person who could provide reliable information. Very dirty
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I loved this hotel, friendly staff and large rooms. Bathrooms and toilets are shared though they have separate lockable doors for each. Food downstairs is great. My only criticism was that the check in is located in an area where children are unable to go. Staff did however look after the kids as I checked in. Will definately use again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
good location but floors were violently creaky so we were scared about waking people up. the hotel check in is in the poker room so my my 17 yr old friend was kicked out. fine for the price but could be better
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed due to work in the area. Room was comfortable Location was good for family's, close to the shops and beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

2/10 Terrible

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The staff were rude & not helpful. I asked for a special condition as we needed to be at a venue at 2pm & they refused early checkin so we could get ready. I rang early on the day so my room could've been cleaned early on the list.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

4/10 Poor

Godwin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Sleep deprived

Was not happy with being woken up very early in the morning with work men banging and talking in the roof area, was not impressed at all. I left the night check out. so I didn’t have to deal with them. 2 mornings in a row was enough had to get back to Melbourne for a proper sleep. Oh and the banging of the room doors at night. Friggen all night. BANG. BANG BANG ahhhhh sleep where are you.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Cassie, Central Qld

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent budget accommodation. Clean & a big comfy bed. Was worried about the shared bathroom but it was clean with a great shower, although bit hard to get dressed inside cubicle. Meals in bistro were reasonable & good food. Good, reasonably priced breakfast cafes nearby. Room 12 has the sqeakiest floor I have ever walked on, but don't know how you would fix that. Can't hear noise from downstairs so made for a quiet night's sleep. Could do with a little mirror in the room. Overall, excellent & wouldn't hesitate to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

2/10 Terrible

jt, the entrance nsw

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean But not suitable

Won’t go there again. You pay extra for the key and may get the money back a week later. I wanted my money back For the key and was told no! I had to wait the week. If I didn’t want to do that they were going to give back my money for the room and I have to go stay else where👎 That made me dissapointed. Then when I went up nice but really not for me and not impressed. I would of been stranded if I had left with no where to stay. Parking near the hotel was a fair distance to cart your luggage and you then carry it up a flight of stairs Rooms partly Quiet Tv in room on wall very tiny👎👎👎👎
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Good value

Rather noisy due band downstairs on Friday & Saturday nights. But to be fair very clean room and facilities. For the price can’t expect too much. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

6/10 Okay

Eddie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Nice hotel close to beach

Nice hotel close to beach. Staff was welcoming, friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service

Small but convenient

Comfortable for a budget stay ! Wouldn’t stay for too long though!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

6/10 Okay

Tom, Sydney, NSW

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Convenient located close to everything

Doors are closing with a lot of bang, doesn’t help with your sleep, noisy on the weekend from pub fun. Overall not bad, clean shower and toilets.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

4/10 Poor

Tom, Sydney

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Looks better than it is

Hotwater in the shower was disappointing. Took close to 5 mins to get some warm water in the morning. Rooms look much better on the pictures than they are
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Room was small ( but we already knew it would be) it was clean and tidy. With no air conditioning it was a tad hot and stuffy and we actually queried to ourselves how guests would have coped in the summer time with no air conditioning. All in all, it was an ok experience with nothing to complain about.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Right on top of the pub :)

You get what you pay for. Hard bed. Happy hour for members only.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Place was beautiful!

Place clean , food was good, staff awesome, bit of noise but that’s what you got to expect if you stay at a pub lol 😂
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nate, geelong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff, great price, great room, will be staying here again when I travel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

2/10 Terrible

Dale , The entrance

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

No WiFi no WiFi from my room

I stayed 6 days of my 1st visit in room 15 but couldn't get WiFi apparently WiFi black spot for my room in that part of hotel so I booked out for few Days to get visit elsewhere when I arrived back and booked in for my second stay I mentioned the issues with no wi fi in room 15 which staff me know about so I asked for a room in different section on to be told hotel dulled book then house cleaner told me he rooms all empty of Sunday I was deceived and ripped off
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2018

2/10 Terrible

Elise, Sydney

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Poor condition

Budget hotel with no air con. The room was unclean, super hot and suffocating. I ended up cutting short my stay in here. Not recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018