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Squid Ink Motel

Lake Macquarie - East, New South Wales

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4.2/5

GoodFrom 100 reviews

5.0/520 Apr 2026

Jane • Trip with Friends

Great location

5.0/56 Apr 2026

Sandra • Family Trip

Lovely staff. Great views and prime location on the highway. Will stay again.

5.0/53 Mar 2026

Carl

Clean room. Comfortable bed. Highly recommended.

5.0/58 Feb 2026

Jason

Excellent staff and great value for money! Basic room but Basic has been done fantastically. Fantastic staff in the Restaurant attached (Mia the standout in the restaurant, Great Bloody Marys).

5.0/527 Jan 2026

darren

Good

5.0/513 Jan 2026

Kerry • Couple Trip

The check in was amazing and hotel staff are lovely. Room was very clean, we stayed for a week. Would have liked the room to be cleaned once during our stay which didn't happen, room was small and the carpet become dirty. The view was amazing from outside our room. The stairs to get to our room were problematic as they were aged, and felt unsafe. Loved the location, very close to local shops where you coukd drive or walk, and the local park. Most days we had swans and ducks visting which was amazing. We will be back again as we both loved our time at Squid Ink

5.0/52 Dec 2025

belinda • Solo Trip

So glad I came to stay here! Lovely, perfectly clean room -a slightly outdated bathroom but with a great hot shower. The rustic seaside charm made me feel instantly at home. I had a waterside room just metres from picturesque Lake Macquarie. The views from the outdoor area (equipped with bbq) were simply breathtaking and teeming with black swans, ducks and pelicans. It is close to shops, public transport and some great restaurants. All the staff were exceptionally helpful especially Kevin, the manager, who went out of his way to make it one of my favourite motel stays of all time.

5.0/529 Nov 2025

Matthew

👍

5.0/530 Oct 2025

Graham

Basic motel, but very clean, comfortable bed, friendly staff and with the view from the room, no need for any extras.

5.0/57 Oct 2025

Lailah • Solo Trip

Very friendly and helpful staff

5.0/529 Sep 2025

Renae

Beautiful location. Room is large and comfortable. Staff very helpful.

5.0/526 Sep 2025

Skye • Family Trip

Good place to stay. Was clean. Quiet and parking available

5.0/56 Sep 2025

Shannon

Beautiful, right on the lake.

5.0/531 Aug 2025

Janelle • Couple Trip

Great location, pity about the wind. But beautiful outlook. Staff were amazing.

5.0/53 Aug 2025

Donna • Couple Trip

Staff were friendly, room had been warmed up/aircon turned on prior to our arrival which was a thoughtful touch. Room has all you need for a comfortable stsy

5.0/57 Jul 2025

Rosa • Family Trip

The rooms were super clean and comfortable, it was better than the photos. Sunsets are fun to watch and the back deck has beautiful views.

5.0/526 Apr 2025

Harold Carlter • Couple Trip

So clean and beautiful

5.0/525 Apr 2025

Natalia • Couple Trip

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.

5.0/513 Apr 2025

nimal • Solo Trip

Very clean and quiet

5.0/56 Apr 2025

nimal • Solo Trip

Safe,quite and clean .

Popular Facilities

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BBQ Equipment

Sports & Recreation

Picnic Area

Garden

Hotel Services

Laundry Service/Dry Cleaning

Luggage Storage

Wedding Services

Other Facilities

Smoking Area

BBQ Facilities

In-room Facilities

Patio or terrace

Connectivity

Free WiFi

Location

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690 Pacific Highway, Belmont, New South Wales, AU

Nearby Destinations

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Accommodation Rules

Check-in Procedure

Check-in2:00 PM-10:00 PM

Check-out10:00

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

More Policies

Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

About Squid Ink Motel

Squid Ink Motel Location
With a stay at Squid Ink Motel in Newcastle (Belmont), you'll be steps from Lake Macquarie and 11 minutes by foot from Belmont Lagoon. This motel is 10 mi (16.1 km) from John Hunter Hospital and 14.8 mi (23.8 km) from Newcastle Beach.

Squid Ink Motel Facility and Service
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this motel include wedding services, a picnic area, and barbecue grills.

Squid Ink Motel Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 28 guestrooms featuring microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include desks and electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided on request.

Room Type and Price

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 - Sat, 25 Jul 2026 (1 night)

1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children