Relax in a peaceful garden setting or test your angling skills. With welcoming staff and modern comforts, this motel has everything you need to unwind.
Squid Ink Motel offers a fantastic location, putting you only steps from Lake Macquarie. Freebies such as WiFi and self-parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails, kayaking and surfing/body boarding. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English
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 curtains
Cot/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)
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Late checkout 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 per cent
Housekeeping is offered for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
Cots/infant beds are available for AUD 20.0 per day
Rollaway beds are available for AUD 20.0 per day
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
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 that you 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 motorhome/bus/lorry 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 social distancing 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 such as 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.
Squid Ink Motel Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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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
10/10 Exceptional
14 Jan 2025
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 Jan 2025
Nachiketa
Nachiketa, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 Jan 2025
I have stayed here many times and is always a lovely stop over
Megan
Megan, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
21 Dec 2024
It is what it is
Clean, cheap, lake views. It is what it is. A/c in rooms. Bed was a bit rough though.
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
12 Dec 2024
The room had no fresh air could not open window or turn on ceiling fan air conditioning only worked on low but I can’t have that on . Staff were friendly
Anita
Anita, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
17 Nov 2024
Beautiful view, lovely staff
Beautiful view and outlook from our lake side room. The room was a bit dated, needs a refresh. Comfy bed and great aircon. Overall a good place to stay, close by to shops (10min walk or 2min drive). Staff were so lovely, checked in with us multiple times. Would stay again :)
Alexandra
Alexandra, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
12 Nov 2024
Keith
Keith, 4-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 Nov 2024
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.
Carmel
Carmel, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 Oct 2024
I stayed in one of the renovated rooms.
The view was spectacular. Highly recommended
Nadine
Nadine, 2-night business trip
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8/10 Very good
20 Oct 2024
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.
Leo
Leo, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
15 Oct 2024
Verified traveller
2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
13 Oct 2024
Lovely location right on the water. Staff were great, I had a late check in and they communicated with me for late check in options. Restaurant next door, Tinta had great breakfast.
Sarron
Sarron, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
9 Oct 2024
Love the location, parking can be tricky as quite small spot.
ANDY
ANDY, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 Oct 2024
Squid Ink Motel. Swansea NSW
Have stayed here before. Great value for money
Maureen
Maureen, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
7 Oct 2024
The view of the lake
Chris
Chris, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 Oct 2024
Really nice little motel. Surprised by how great the bathroom in my room was.
Dan
Dan, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
24 Sept 2024
John
John, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
4/10 Fair
22 Sept 2024
Reserved parking for the Motel must be added.
Roma
Roma, 2-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
16 Sept 2024
Carol
Carol, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
11 Sept 2024
Shower was not great had to turn off cold water completly to be able to get hot shower
Paul
Paul, 1-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review
6/10 Good
10 Sept 2024
Shirley
Shirley, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
7 Sept 2024
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
sharon
sharon, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
7 Sept 2024
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
rosina
rosina, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
4 Sept 2024
Perfect for our purpose
Anne
Anne, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review
6/10 Good
29 Aug 2024
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