Squid's Ink Motel
Motel in Lake Macquarie
1 full bed, 1 single bed
Reasons to book
Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
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About this motel
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.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Smoking allowed
Parking
Balcony or Patio
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Lake Macquarie
Available Rooms
Standard Triple Room
1 Double • 215 ft²
Sleeps 3
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Double Room with Lake View
1 Queen • 215 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Deluxe Two-Bedroom Suite
1 Queen • 1 Queen • 538 ft²
Sleeps 4
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Standard Queen Room
1 Queen • 215 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Standard Quadruple Room
1 Double • 269 ft²
Sleeps 4
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Reviews
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4.0
Nice room with a view. Friendly staff
2.5
Location
Price
Hot water took ages to get hot such a waste of water
Room was very small.
Bathroom door was very hard to open & close.
Had to request extra linen & blankets from reception as were not in room on check in.
3.5
Beautiful views.
Remote control for tv didn’t work, very narrow bathroom, not a lot of room. People parking in front of our door.
2.0
It was clean
Clostraphobic small room looked nothing like the ad $80 dearer than elsewhere wouldn’t stay again
5.0
I loved how fresh clean and great value for money these rooms are. The staff were so helpful and accommodating too!! Very central for what we needed -
Nothing it was great value for the 3 of us in one room
3.5
Proximity to excellent restaurant
Nothing
2.5
The location
Very small rooms and a bit noisy. Outside areas need a lot of work.
4.0
Location
Toilet not closed off to shower.
4.0
Traveling with aged mother with mobility and vision issues.
- Lovely spacious feeling to rooms, due to ceilings height, even though quite compact.
- Loved the lift - you need to advertise that as fully accessible rooms.
- Bathrooms flow well and wide, lovely shower
- Excellent bed, triple sheeting good
- Lots of power points in easily accessible positions.
- occasional chairs comfortable
- Quiet bar fridge
- Quiet & efficient Air Con once got temp settings worked out
- Large TV both rooms with streaming which nice
- Loved, Loved, loved the restaurant with lake views as we enjoyed the swans and gentle water breeze - seafood was excellent, service and drinks brilliant. Was access for disabled.
- Would have like breakfast service on site as easier with my mother.
Needed more pillows, blankets or quilts. no towel rail in bathroom, no clothes hanging rail. No herb or green tea. Musty smell as air con temp set too low on 71F which is 16C & causing too much condensation- need to air room set a.c temp to 21C.
3.5
Cheap to stay and nice spot outside to look at the lake.
Checked in after 2pm and the floors were still soaking wet from being mopped.
The room pictures also made it seem like we had a balcony overlooking the water.
this is definitely not the case but you can walk down and sit by the lake.
3.5
The coveince
N/a
5.0
Clean , as per advertised and great communication
Na
5.0
The location the staff how comfortable it was and beautiful place
Nothing
3.0
Updated interiors and work in progress exteriors, almost near completion. Water pressure from the shower was really strong, which was very nice. The views and private jetty at the rear of the motel. Location was close to amenities and shops.
Saw a small cockroach in the room every day, around the microwave or close to it.
4.0
Convenient to get into Newcastle.
Helpful staff at reception.
4.0
Bed comfy. Ensuite clean and pretty good. Kettle, microwave and good iron. Lots of pillows. Internet was good. Parking free in the car park.
Closest room to the road, so a bit of noise. TV was closer to the single bed rather than the main one. No rug that I could see. Curtains didn't quite block out the sun and weren't the easiest to close against outside vision.
5.0
I love the cleanness of room n the way the room was represented the staff are lovely an make you feel at home with a smile I come bk in a heart beat for their service 10/10 it is my choice n I have refer a few people to go stay there
All of above I left smiling 😁 still 😊
5.0
Great location, beautiful view, tidy and neat rooms.
We will be back for sure.
4.5
Nice and tidy and lice location
5.0
staff were helpful and friendly location was magnificent view was amazing
lack of parking
3.0
Not applicable
Room was very small and outdated. No hair dryer or iron.
2.5
Location
reception told me that the restaurant was open until 10.00pm. The restaurant closed at 8.00pm and the only thing open until 10.00pm was the bar. I couldn’t see any references to the restaurant on their website. apparently they have 2 different owners.
4.0
You can’t leave your windows open as cigarette smoke seeps in!! Would be appreciated if they moved the smoking area away from rooms.
2.0
Location, lake views
Broken blinds with gap and would not work, small fridge in a cupboard, no bin in bathroom, no tissues, food would n I t a hur properly, noisy due to construction.
5.0
Everything , and didn't hear traffic through the night.
3.5
Lovely view, central to everything.
Didn't like the back steps to the room, seemed steep, room was a quite small for 2 people with no where for both to sit except on the bed. Not enough pillows for 2 people. Since the restaurant opened very busy and noisy, it lost the peaceful serenity atmosphere.
4.5
I stayed in one of the brand new rooms, very clean, well set out and surprisingly quiet considering it was on a main road. There was a lift available to the second floor. Parking was free and plenty of easily accessible parks. There was a nice lawn area to catch up on but the best bit was the amazing view from the back area. Seating is available at the back of the motel overlooking Lake Macquarie, stunning! There is a restaurant and bar on site so I could have a glass of wine while I absorbed the view and the food was pretty good too. The staff were exceptional and I was treated as if I had entered a high class city Hotel. Fantastic value for money.
The room was new so the two things I say here I am sure will be fixed. There was nowhere to hang my towel in the bathroom and no soap holder in the shower. Small and didnt bother me
2.0
Awesome views and location
Becareful when booking through booking . Com when selecting which room u want
I wanted the water views room and when l arrived was a cell block with a view of traffic,
Staff were awesome and tried their best to change rooms but all booked out so had to view car traffic 1st night but they got a room for us on the water views 2nd night so was happy about that.
But beware call ahead to confirm ur room.
FAQs
How much does this motel cost compared to others in Lake Macquarie?
The average price for a rental in Lake Macquarie is $373 per night. This rental is $216 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this motel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Squid's Ink Motel. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this motel?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this motel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Squid's Ink Motel pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this motel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Squid's Ink Motel?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, smoking allowed, and parking.
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