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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 | Free WiFi, bed sheets
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Swansea Hotel balances comfort with entertainment options that enhance the stay. Travelers connect using the in-room WiFi, challenge friends to a game at the billiards table, or simply relax with a complimentary coffee or tea in the welcoming lobby area.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Suite, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite | Free WiFi, bed sheets

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
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Single Beds | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

About the neighborhood

Map
196 Pacific Hwy, Swansea, NSW, 2281

What's nearby

  • Lake Macquarie - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Blacksmiths Beach - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Belmont Golf Course - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • John Hunter Hospital - 24 min drive - 14.3 miles
  • Newcastle Beach - 31 min drive - 16.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Swansea Hotel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Yoga Place Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wangi Workers Club - ‬38 min drive
  • ‪Blacksmiths Take Away - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Swansea Hotel

Hotel near Lake Macquarie
Swansea Hotel provides amenities like a bar and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, smoke-free premises, and a billiards/pool table
  • ATM/banking services
Room features
All guestrooms at Swansea Hotel have perks such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and room service.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Ceiling fans and limited housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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 elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

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

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Swansea Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Swansea Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Swansea Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Swansea Hotel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Swansea Hotel located?

Located in Swansea, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Byrnes Reserve and Lake Macquarie. Blacksmiths Beach and Moon Island Nature Reserve are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Swansea Hotel Reviews

7.4

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

6.6

Location

8.6

Staff & service

6.8

Eco-friendliness

6.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 192 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 64 out of 192 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 192 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 192 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 192 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela

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

4/10 Poor

Bun Meng

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room a bit messy, due to the construction
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

stephen

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel was having major renovations so there was a lot of disruptions. My room was clean, bathroom, water pressure, hot water, a/c & TV reception all top class. The shared kitchen, bathrooms & lounge areas in the accommodation section need work, but I think that will be part of the overall renos. Had a very nice & affordable meal in the bistro & the staff were very friendly & helpful. Overall I recommend staying & will return when the renos are completed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room for a night.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was the perfect choice for our one night stay very comfortable,
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Gayle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good, cheap, clean accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was neat tidy and clean had a great sleep would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic views from the balcony, clean and well laid out cabins and lovely hosts
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Liked: Staff & service
Beautiful food!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jenny

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

Efren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for one night and can’t complain at all. Our room with en-suite was clean with crisp linen. Bathroom and shower is huge and spotless. The shared kitchen has everything you need. Food and drinks is available at the bistro area, very handy.

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and close to everything. Will go again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and great value
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shonik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very easy parking. Little
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Phuong Uyen

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a lovely short stay, but I wish they provided more utilities (hair dryer, toothbrush, shower cap etc.)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

prasad

I was supposed to stay with my girlfriend but the room was quite dirty, smelling & door doesn’t have lock. We thought it’s not safe place for stay then we left after 1 hour . I won’t use & don’t recommend it anyone . not worthy at all .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
plenty rest very quiet

8/10 Good

Jian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

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

Loved the bigger room

Loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Dennis

Liked: Staff & service
Fair price for theroom
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good experience
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Happy staying

Very clean and quiet. Parking is convenient. Bathroom (in on suite) is clean and so spacious. The bed is quite comfortable (I can’t usually sleep well outside my home, but I did there). Simple checking in and out. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Winnie

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

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very good thanks
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

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