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Squid Ink Motel

2.5 star property
Motel in Newcastle

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Outdoor dining
Family Room, Multiple Beds | Private kitchenette | Microwave, electric kettle
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen | Living area | TV
Room, 1 Queen Bed, Lake View | View from room
Free self parking
In the heart of Belmont, Squid Ink Motel offers a tranquil retreat. Unwind on the garden terrace or try your hand at fishing nearby - with in-room WiFi and laundry facilities available, this motel is perfect for adventurous travelers who appreciate helpful staff.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (9)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Wedding services
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
$79 nightly
The total price is $87
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Total with taxes and fees

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen | Living area | TV

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 538 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Lake View | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Lake View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • 215 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Triple Room, Multiple Beds | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Triple Room, Multiple Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Quadruple Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
690 Pacific Highway, Belmont, NSW, 2280

What's nearby

  • Lake Macquarie - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Belmont Golf Course - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Blacksmiths Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • John Hunter Hospital - 17 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Newcastle Beach - 24 min drive - 21.1 km

Getting around

  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 45 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 120 min drive
  • Kotara Station - 14 min drive
  • Cardiff Station - 17 min drive
  • Cockle Creek Station - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Orana Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Belmont 16s - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Yoga Place Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Guzman Y Gomez - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Good One Coffee & Things - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Squid Ink Motel

Squid Ink Motel offers a fantastic location, putting you just steps from Lake Macquarie. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and surfing/body boarding. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 28 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 1.5 percent 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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Fishing
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Microwave

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Here's the breakdown, no surprises

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of AUD 50.00 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1.5 percent
  • Housekeeping is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 20.0 per day
  • Rollaway beds are available for AUD 20.0 per day

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

Squid Ink Motel Belmont
Squid Ink Belmont
Squid Ink Motel Motel
Squid Ink Motel Belmont
Squid Ink Motel Motel Belmont

Frequently asked questions

Does Squid Ink Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Squid Ink Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Squid Ink Motel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Squid Ink Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Squid Ink Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of AUD 50.00 (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Squid Ink Motel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as fishing. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around Squid Ink Motel like?

Squid Ink Motel is in Belmont, a short 1-minute walk from Lake Macquarie.

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Squid Ink Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Lake
Location
Restaurant
Bed
View
Service staff
Value
Bar
Highways

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Lovely 3night stay

Great location very comfy bed. Room A bit small but we survived!
South Gippsland Bread, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

We only stayed one night as only passing through, was clean and comfortable.
Steph, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I have stayed here many times and is always a lovely stop over
Megan, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

The location is amazing, beautiful views
Mel, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and quiet
nimal, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

So clean and beautiful
Harold Carlter, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Beautiful view of the lake
Jackie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice view of lake.
Ronald, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean & Quiet ,Business travel
nimal, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The lake behind was beautiful. Great captains club meals just down the road.
Tom, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Safe,quite and clean .
nimal, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Simple motel with great views!

Small but comfortable room with desk, small fridge and spacious bathroom. Basic motel with a great location and amazing lake views! Perfect for a night stay when driving by. It had a restaurant, but didn’t try it.
Natalia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Get away

Great view over lake if you have Lakeview room. Motel is old but can see they are in process of upgrading, great restaurant attached.
Natalie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Water views and sunset over the lake
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sunset over the lake

Wonderfull view from lakefront units
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Friendly service. Clean room. Clean sheets. Positive environment. Fair price. Lake view is beautiful. Car park needs a little attention but we were still able to get a park everytime. Would definitely stay again.
kellie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really clean. Small room but catered to our needs.
damien, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice little room with a back yard view of the lake
Shonik, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Top Spot

The view and restaurant was amazing.
Gina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stunning view on the lake side, and lovely private picnic area. Nice laid back vibe.
Nina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely spot with a beautiful outlook over the lake. Friendly & helpful staff
Dominic, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The property has great views over the lake even though we had lots of rain. Property is dated, has not been updated for many years.
Brian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really nice little motel. Surprised by how great the bathroom in my room was.
Dan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the view & area & that they are doing up the place, will be fantastic when completed.
Nicole, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Nice motel 🙂
Chanh Huy, 1-night trip