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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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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.5
Facilities
7.6
Cleanliness
8.1
Comfort
8.1
Value for money
8.3
Location
8.9
Free WiFi
8.1
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Alexis
    Australia Australia
    We have stayed here a few times before and will return. You can't beat the location right on the lake and the value for money. There is an excellent restaurant on site. Rooms are simple and basic but clean. Exceptionally good water pressure in the...
  • Kimberly
    Australia Australia
    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 -
  • Kathy
    Australia Australia
    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...

Property surroundings

Facilities of Squid's Ink Motel

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Fold-up bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Off-site
  • Windsurfing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Languages spoken
  • English

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 room.

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.

Mastercard Visa Eftpos Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted Squid's Ink Motel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

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.

FAQs about Squid's Ink Motel

  • Room options at Squid's Ink Motel include:

    • Triple
    • Double
    • Suite
    • Quadruple

  • Squid's Ink Motel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)

  • The prices at Squid's Ink Motel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Squid's Ink Motel is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Squid's Ink Motel is 1.1 miles from the centre of Belmont. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.