The Waterloo Hotel

3.5 star property
Beachfront motel for sun and fun

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Family Room, Balcony (Water View - Family 3)
Lunch and dinner served, beach views
Family Room, Balcony (Spa Room - Family 4)
Surfing/boogie boarding
Executive Room, Balcony (Executive Spa Room) | Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
The current price is NZ$160
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May

Explore the area

Map
1A Franklin Street, Swansea, TAS, 7190
  • East Coast Heritage Museum
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Waterloo Point
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Bark Mill Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬

Room options

Family Room, Balcony (Water View - Family 3)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Family Room, Balcony (Spa Room - Family 4)

Highlights

Balcony
Private hot tub
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Family Room, Balcony (Water View - Family 4)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Executive Room, Balcony (Executive Spa Room)

Highlights

Balcony
Private hot tub
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Room, Balcony (Standard Room - Family 4)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Family Room, Balcony (Standard Room - Family 3)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Swansea

At The Waterloo Hotel you'll be within steps of Nine Mile Beach and Kelvedon Beach. Highlights at this beachfront motel include in-room free WiFi, balconies and LCD TVs. .The fine-dining restaurant, The Waterloo Inn, is open for lunch and dinner. At the motel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .In proximity to this 3.5-property class Swansea motel you'll find Freycinet National Park.

What's nearby

  • East Coast Heritage Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Jubilee Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Waterloo Point - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bark Mill Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Kates Berry Farm - 5 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Hobart International Airport (HBA) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bark Mill Tavern & Bakery - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Artifakt Gallery & Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Saltshaker Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Melshell Oysters - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Felicity's Antiques, Vintage & Tea Room - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Waterloo Hotel

Beachfront motel for sun and fun
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Waterloo Hotel also features a picnic area, laundry facilities, and room service (during limited hours). Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Swansea motel is smoke free.

  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Waterloo Hotel offers 28 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies or patios. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English

Similar properties

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Waterloo Inn

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • Picnic area

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Laundry detergent

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 6 PM
Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
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, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Swansea Waterloo Inn
Swansea Waterloo
Waterloo Point
Swansea Waterloo Inn
The Waterloo Hotel Motel
The Waterloo Hotel Swansea
The Waterloo Hotel Motel Swansea

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Waterloo Hotel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at The Waterloo Hotel?

As of 1 May 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Waterloo Hotel on 10 May 2025 start from NZ$160.31, 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 The Waterloo Hotel?

Yep, The Waterloo Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Waterloo Hotel?

Yep, The Waterloo Hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Jubilee Beach.

What makes The Waterloo Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Beachfront dining and a lounge bar, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Waterloo Hotel.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Waterloo Hotel?

No, The Waterloo Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Waterloo Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Waterloo Hotel?

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

Are pets allowed at The Waterloo Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Waterloo Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 265 out of 637 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 269 out of 637 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 637 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 637 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 637 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jasprit

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay on the east coast, beautiful views from the balcony, dining options nearby, and very friendly and welcoming staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sinola

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the view and the access to beach from our bedroom door.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela

Liked: Staff & service
Property is easy to find. There aren't many food prospects around. Found the tray for tea/coffee/sugar had dead bugs in it! Not appealing!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel for the night. Free laundry facilities and in handy in room facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Phillip

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stair access only to rooms and showers over bath make this property unsuitable for people with strength and mobility issues. Property would really benefit from bathroom upgrades
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautuful views.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janette

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Older style but so so clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Vivianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Therese

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derelie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
While staying there I was unwell. The staff were wonderful to us and helped us in every way.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Central location. Staff very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Gordon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Property very dated. Needs upgrading desperately
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Himadri

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Its a nice hotel with amazing view. Ample food options around. Room is large and clean. u can walk upto the jetty and small beach in 2/3 mins.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kathryne, Narre Warren

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Not much in town but a lovely place
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very happy with the Waterloo hotel we had a lovely view over the bay. The room was clean and tidy the beds were comfortable, within walking distance to shops and cafes.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROBERTO

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great views. Everything we needed. Flexible check-in. Very tidy spacious room, comfy bed, nice bedding.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jak

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Waterloo Hotel was homey and comfortable. Good facilities in the romm, excellent place for a couple of nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was ok
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Lorna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohammad Hadi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quite.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location with water view and balcony!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff extremely friendly, unfortunately I had to cut my stay short after only a hour because of an emergency at home. Staff fully refunded cost, you don’t find that service anymore
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place to stay in Swansea

It is a very charming older property with a beautiful view. It is well maintained and has all the necessary amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen, Toronto

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Have to be there by 6 pm before reception closes.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025