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Squid Ink Motel

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, steps from Lake Macquarie
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Outdoor dining
Lake
Family Room, Multiple Beds | Private kitchenette
Room, 1 Queen Bed, Lake View | View from room
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen | Living area

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The price is NZ$146
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2025

Explore the area

Map
690 Pacific Highway, Belmont, NSW, 2280
  • Lake Macquarie
    1 min walk
  • TINTA Belmont
    1 min walk
  • Teralba Station
    22 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (BEO-Belmont)
    4 min drive

Room options

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen | Living area

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Separate bath and shower
  • 50 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Lake View

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Lake View

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 20 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Triple Room, Multiple Beds

Triple Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Quadruple Room

Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Newcastle

At Squid Ink Motel you'll be steps from Lake Macquarie and 1.7 km (1.1 mi) from Blacksmiths Beach. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This motel has free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Added amenities include laundry facilities, barbecues and a picnic area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .In proximity to this Belmont motel you'll find Newcastle Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Macquarie - 1 min walk
  • Belmont Golf Course - 3 min drive
  • Blacksmiths Beach - 4 min drive
  • John Hunter Hospital - 15 min drive
  • Newcastle Beach - 30 min drive

Getting around

  • Kotara Station - 14 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Mamma's Pizza - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Orana Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Guzman Y Gomez - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Belmont 16s - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Squid Ink Motel

Motel with free parking, steps from Lake Macquarie
Squid Ink Motel offers its guests a terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. Squid Ink Motel also features a picnic area and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Newcastle motel.

  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Squid Ink Motel offers 28 accommodations with free toiletries and blackout curtains. Televisions come with digital channels. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on request and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Cots/infant beds (surcharge) are also available.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Things to do

  • Fishing

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

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
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 50.00

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

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 available for AUD 20.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 20.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out fee: AUD 50.00 (subject to availability)
  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are available for an additional fee
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 20.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 20.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
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, Mastercard, American Express and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Squid Ink Motel?

Squid Ink Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Squid Ink Motel?

As of 22 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Squid Ink Motel on 12 Jan 2025 start from NZ$145.70, 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 Squid Ink Motel?

Yep, Squid Ink Motel has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Are there any beaches close to Squid Ink Motel?

The closest beach to Squid Ink Motel is Newcastle Beach (17.7 km).

Is Squid Ink Motel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Squid Ink Motel is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Squid Ink Motel?

No, Squid Ink Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Squid Ink Motel?

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

Are pets allowed at Squid Ink Motel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Squid Ink Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 152 out of 407 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 184 out of 407 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 407 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 407 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 407 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Gail

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Great position beautiful views But very old and run down needs a lot of TLC
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spot with a beautiful outlook over the lake. Friendly & helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

R.

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Not much space to eat, not much of a table. Smoke detector missing
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmel

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a beautiful spot. being able to walk down to the jetty and enjoy the ambience/vista in the glorious sunshine with Saturday afternoon music was an amazing bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadine

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed in one of the renovated rooms. The view was spectacular. Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Leo

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The location and layout of the 2 bedroom accommodation is very convenient and there is an excellent restaurant adjoining the motel. The fittings and beds in the room were very dated and at a minimum the mattresses could be replaced to provide a more pleasant rest.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Roma

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Reserved parking for the Motel must be added.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Carol

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Shower was not great had to turn off cold water completly to be able to get hot shower
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice stay , it was reasonably close to the Fernleigh track which was nice but not so close to walking track on the lake . It was very noisy with road noise we were on the 1 st floor but I guess you can’t help that
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

rosina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
No servicing of room during our 2 night stay. Had to go to reception on both nights to request coffee sachets. Room was clean and modern and reasonably spacious. Small kitchens was handy but did notice base of microwave was rusted - a bit of a concern
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Anne

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for our purpose
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Tonie

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The motel was close to where i needed to be. Shower curtain had mould all on the bottom and in showered. The door to the room did not look very secure. Also i was charged double what other family members were who had a larger group. Very loud in the morning with people- kids running upstairs
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Loved the view & area & that they are doing up the place, will be fantastic when completed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jarrod

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was close to golf course where we had a corporate event
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Luke

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room a liitle small, but doable... Liked location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Fred

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Potholed carpark, front door inaccessible, air conditioning control didn't work, old fire alarms still in room, broken blind, uneven external steps on staircase. No hair dryer, no teatowel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Antonius, Eli Waters

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overpriced based on property condition, broken table, broken toilet seat, lumpy bed, paint peeling on walls, entry door is frayed, cold air under door, mould on bathroom door, nowhere to place items in shower. Property is very tired and rundown.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Della

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Travelled with family
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024