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Swansea Hotel

3.0 star property

Photo gallery for Swansea Hotel

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a large potted plant, and woven ceiling lamps.
A hotel room with a bed, a painting of a beach, a bathroom with blue tiles, and a patterned floor.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a patterned carpet, and a modern interior design.
A hotel bar with a wooden counter, a fish decoration, and a patterned floor.
A hotel with a classic architectural style, featuring a central arched entrance and multiple windows.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
  • Room service
The current price is NZ$107
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug

Explore the area

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196 Pacific Hwy, Swansea, NSW, 2281
  • Place, Byrnes Reserve
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Macquarie
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Blacksmiths Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room, Shared Bathroom

A small, neatly arranged bedroom with a single bed, a bedside table with a remote control, and a window with blinds.

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

A hotel room with a bed, a painting of a beach, a bathroom with blue tiles, and a patterned floor.

Standard Suite, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

A hotel room with two single beds, a small round table, and a window with blinds.

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Newcastle

At Swansea Hotel you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Lake Macquarie and Byrnes Reserve. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas. Additionally, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area. .With a stay at this 3-property class Swansea hotel, you'll be 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Blacksmiths Beach and 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Pulbah Island Nature Reserve.

What's nearby

  • Byrnes Reserve - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Lake Macquarie - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Blacksmiths Beach - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Merewether Beach - 33 min drive - 29.5 km
  • Newcastle Beach - 37 min drive - 32.2 km

Getting around

  • Kotara Station - 23 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Market St Cafe - ‬38 min drive
  • ‪Nords Wharf Trading Post - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Caves Beachside Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • Belmont 16s
  • ‪Good One Coffee & Things - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Swansea Hotel

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Swansea Hotel also features coffee/tea in common area and an ATM. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Newcastle hotel is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Pool or billiards table
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Swansea Hotel offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations, with a ceiling fan. This Newcastle hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Conveniences

  • ATM

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

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; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Swansea Hotel?

Swansea Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Swansea Hotel?

As of 11 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Swansea Hotel on 20 Aug 2026 start from NZ$107, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Swansea Hotel?

Yep, Swansea Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Swansea Hotel?

The closest beach to Swansea Hotel is Blacksmiths Beach (9.2 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Swansea Hotel?

No, Swansea Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Swansea Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Swansea Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Swansea Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Swansea Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 207 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 68 out of 207 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 207 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 207 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 207 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room, excellent staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

ROBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Suited our needs not big but cheap bistro very good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean, comfortable, basic. Room was situated above poker machines so noisey.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

✅
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, but rusty shower rail and damaged blinds in bedroom, but overall good value for the money. Good pub with excellent food. Another oub where you would get a discount for being a menber but only staying for a couple of nights its not worth the hassle. Plenty of parking at the rear.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Price and Reasonable we've stayed here a few timee.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Ross

We did not end up staying- renovations were ongoing and missed out on a room with a bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Locklyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Non enclosed or fenced in parking but full camera coverage, staff were absolutely amazing, bar was great, spacious bathroom and sleeping area
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hasan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The accomodation was both affordable and at a convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great accommodation for the night
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good parking area with easy access. The room was simple, clean and met my requirements. The common area was clean and supplied what was needed for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gayle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good, cheap, clean accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love staying there. So much quieter and the Beach's not far to go. I had a lovely stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was the perfect choice for our one night stay very comfortable,
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic views from the balcony, clean and well laid out cabins and lovely hosts
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was neat tidy and clean had a great sleep would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So central and great staff and service. The bistro was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room for a night.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Amenities
It's a good pub
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and facilities amazing Even with Renovations going on Food and kitchen staff clean and beautiful food Thank you Staff Rock!,,,
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Liked: Staff & service
Beautiful food!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ariel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location. Need to refurbish the rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Just ok for overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, cheap, basic accommodation with shared bathrooms (well maintained), in convenient location close to shopping, dining, entertainment options
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023