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About this property

Nestled on the shores of beautiful Lake Macquarie, Squid's Ink on the Lake offers air-conditioned accommodation with a flat-screen TV. Some rooms have a relaxing spa bath and lovely lake views. Squid's Ink is a 3-minute drive from Belmont City Shopping Centre and Belmont Golf Course. Warners Bay is a 15-minute drive, and Newcastle CBD is less than 30 minutes’ drive away. Each room includes a refrigerator, an electric kettle, a radio and ironing facilities. The private bathroom has a shower and a hairdryer.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

    • Free private parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
1 double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 large double bed
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Shiloh
    Australia Australia
    Fantastic location, friendly staff, rooms are awesome an affordable! The fish were biting!! Already booked in for a second stay
  • Yosef
    Australia Australia
    Value for money and location exceed expectations with comfortable accommodation thanks.
  • Mark
    Australia Australia
    * Straight forward check-in * Room size * Great shower * Comfortable beds * Excellent restaurant attached to motel and the wonderful staff working there * Views over Lake Macquarie * Quiet despite being on main road
  • Karen
    Australia Australia
    Beautiful design rooms, stunning views from the restaurant, amazing menu and staff.
  • Lurline
    Australia Australia
    The view and access to a beautiful onsite restaurant
  • Paul
    Australia Australia
    Room was clean with comfy beds and adequate toilet/shower and the location was great.
  • Practical-traveler
    Australia Australia
    Great location on the Lake. Quite new Very clean and comfortable and staff very helpful with parking Breakfast in restaurant vert tasty and lovely view overlooking the lake
  • Gordon
    Australia Australia
    Miserable weather cold and raining, nice clean dry warm room, crisp cool sheets. Does it get any better? Sadly the weather made it impossible to enjoy the grassed waterfront area, which is beautiful. (We've stayed there before.)
  • Kate
    Australia Australia
    Love the location. The lake is beautiful and the restaurant/bar is a fantastic addition.
  • Kim
    Australia Australia
    I always stay at Squids Ink Hotel. It is my go too hotel and best in the area. I have always found this hotel to be extremely clean which is very important to me. Rooms modern and very comfortable. The beds are lovely and comfy. Love the adjoining...

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House rules

Squid's Ink Motel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 20:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 17 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
AUD 20 per child, per night

Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that there is a 1.5% charge when you pay with a Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club credit card.

Please let Squid's Ink on the Lake know your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation. If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Squid's Ink on the Lake in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.