Squid's Ink Motel
US$93
/ night
Avg. for September
Prices for Squid's Ink Motel
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US$93
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Squid's Ink Motel average US$75 in the cheapest month (July) and US$109 in the most expensive month (January), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$109 |
| February | US$102 |
| March | US$86 |
| April | US$89 |
| May | US$90 |
| June | US$82 |
| July | US$75 |
| August | US$79 |
| September | US$93 |
| October | US$93 |
| November | US$85 |
| December | US$99 |
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Cheapest: July (~US$75)
About this property
Comfortable motel with garden views, free Wi-Fi, and close proximity to Lake Macquarie and Belmont Golf Course.
Location
Belmont, a neighborhood in Newcastle, is home to Squid Ink Motel. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Macquarie and Newcastle Beach. Hunter Ice Skating Stadium and The Lake Macquarie Variety Playground are also worth visiting. Kayaking, water skiing, and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Garden
Golf course (nearby)
Windsurfing
Cycling
Room options
13
Double Room with Lake View
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
175 ft²
Lake ViewBalconyAir ConditioningHeatingRefrigeratorPatioAccessible by Stairs
16
Standard Triple Room
Room details
1 Double Bed
and 1 Single Bed
Sleeps 3
214 ft²
Courtyard ViewAir ConditioningHeatingRefrigerator
6
Basic Triple Room
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
and 1 Single Bed
Sleeps 3
377 ft²
Courtyard ViewAir ConditioningHeatingKitchenette
27
Deluxe Two-Bedroom Suite
Room details
2 Large Double Beds
Sleeps 4
526 ft²
Lake ViewAir ConditioningHeatingKitchenSpa BathAccessible by Stairs
11
Standard Queen Room
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
214 ft²
Courtyard ViewAir ConditioningHeatingRefrigerator
10
Standard Quadruple Room
Room details
1 Double Bed
and 2 Single Beds
Sleeps 4
269 ft²
Courtyard ViewAir ConditioningHeatingRefrigerator
Guest reviews of Squid's Ink Motel
8.2
Very good
Based on 1,510 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
13%
Couple
37%
Family
24%
Group
14%
Solo
12%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Across many reviews, Squid's Ink Motel is praised for its stunning lakefront setting and friendly staff, while feedback commonly notes small, basic rooms with a mix of renovated and dated areas, limited onsite parking, and some noise from the highway.
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What guests think
Across many reviews, Squid's Ink Motel is praised for its stunning lakefront setting and friendly staff, while feedback commonly notes small, basic rooms with a mix of renovated and dated areas, limited onsite parking, and some noise from the highway.
Cleanliness is generally reported as good, though some guests mention inconsistent servicing, occasional mould or insects, and maintenance issues in bathrooms and fixtures. The adjoining Tinta restaurant and bar receive frequent praise for tasty meals, coffee and breakfasts with lake views, though a few note higher prices. Best suited to travellers prioritising views and value over modern finishes.
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Facilities
Facilities are basic with pleasant lakefront outdoor areas, but onsite parking is limited and upper-level stairs feel old or unsafe in places. An adjoining bar and restaurant are available.
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Roma
22 Sept 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
Reserved parking for the Motel must be added.
Reserved parking for the Motel must be added.
8
Marianne
8 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Rooms need some work doing to them. Stairs need repairs done. Parking is a problem .. Otherwise it was a nice stay beautiful view
Rooms need some work doing to them. Stairs need repairs done. Parking is a problem .. Otherwise it was a nice stay beautiful view
10
Kerry
13 Jan 2026
·
Stayed 7 nights
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
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
6
Elizabeth
14 Feb 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
We loved it was right on the lake. We had room upstairs and they were steep and old.
We loved it was right on the lake. We had room upstairs and they were steep and old.
8
Sinead
4 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Room was nice and tidy, very limited parking.
Room was nice and tidy, very limited parking.
8
John
5 Jun 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
very little on site parking, had to park in the street / highway 2 out of the 3 nights we stayed
very little on site parking, had to park in the street / highway 2 out of the 3 nights we stayed
8
Ashley
7 May 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Tables & chairs outside rooms are nice but entire area should be non smoking & not a place people to use late in the evening when others trying o sleep.
Tables & chairs outside rooms are nice but entire area should be non smoking & not a place people to use late in the evening when others trying o sleep.
8
ANDY
9 Oct 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Love the location, parking can be tricky as quite small spot.
Love the location, parking can be tricky as quite small spot.
6
Jessica
6 Jan 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
The view from the back of the hotel was great. The parking is limited, best in best dress. The place has had some updates but looks like they haven’t done anymore since doing them last time we stayed there which was over 5 years ago. The steps to get to the back top rooms need fixing, felt unsafe and rusted. The hotel room doesn’t look like it gets clean, old and used shampoo bottles left, dirty dishes .
The view from the back of the hotel was great. The parking is limited, best in best dress. The place has had some updates but looks like they haven’t done anymore since doing them last time we stayed there which was over 5 years ago. The steps to get to the back top rooms need fixing, felt unsafe and rusted. The hotel room doesn’t look like it gets clean, old and used shampoo bottles left, dirty dishes .
8
Robyn
15 Oct 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
Great position. Room clean but quite small. Bbq and laundry available. Great place to sit outside. Bar and restaurant attached.
Great position. Room clean but quite small. Bbq and laundry available. Great place to sit outside. Bar and restaurant attached.
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Cleanliness
Many guests found rooms clean, but reviews also cite inconsistent housekeeping and issues like mould, insects, and poorly maintained bathrooms or fixtures.
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Toni
17 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The property did not have hot water for 24 hours (not the owners fault) but by 7.35pm that night with plumbers still drilling and making noise I requested that they stop. The next day I could not get any response from reception when I rang 4 times to check if the hot water was back on. I then sent an email which is still not responded to - we checked out a day later. There were no basics in the room like hand soap and shower gel and no one made the room up or re-supplied tea/coffee on the 2nd night’s stay. The location is great and the restaurant good however everything else was not great and I would not stay there again.
The property did not have hot water for 24 hours (not the owners fault) but by 7.35pm that night with plumbers still drilling and making noise I requested that they stop. The next day I could not get any response from reception when I rang 4 times to check if the hot water was back on. I then sent an email which is still not responded to - we checked out a day later. There were no basics in the room like hand soap and shower gel and no one made the room up or re-supplied tea/coffee on the 2nd night’s stay. The location is great and the restaurant good however everything else was not great and I would not stay there again.
10
Tim
22 Jan 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
Super clean & comfortable.
Super clean & comfortable.
8
David
14 Feb 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Room was clean, Staff friendly. Tinta Restaurant had good food in elegant style with perfect lake views, seafood and excellent coffee. Location was perfect at water's edge, where many black swans congregated in the lake. Overall feeling was of peaceful serenity.
Room was clean, Staff friendly. Tinta Restaurant had good food in elegant style with perfect lake views, seafood and excellent coffee. Location was perfect at water's edge, where many black swans congregated in the lake. Overall feeling was of peaceful serenity.
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Roxanne
8 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was not very clean, curtains would not close properly and had a flickering light outside. Neighbours noisy and people downstairs talking around 5.30am. Bathroom had the soap dispenser loose and toilet seat was not on secure. Would not stay here again but the view overlooking the lake was beautiful.
Room was not very clean, curtains would not close properly and had a flickering light outside. Neighbours noisy and people downstairs talking around 5.30am. Bathroom had the soap dispenser loose and toilet seat was not on secure. Would not stay here again but the view overlooking the lake was beautiful.
10
Kerry
13 Jan 2026
·
Stayed 7 nights
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
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
10
damien
25 Feb 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Really clean. Small room but catered to our needs.
Really clean. Small room but catered to our needs.
10
nimal
13 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very clean and quiet
Very clean and quiet
4
Matt
25 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Location is great. Rooms are very small a bit rundown. Bathroom wasn’t very clean
Location is great. Rooms are very small a bit rundown. Bathroom wasn’t very clean
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Tonie
29 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The motel was close to where i needed to be. Shower curtain had mould all on the bottom and in showered. The door to the room did not look very secure. Also i was charged double what other family members were who had a larger group. Very loud in the morning with people- kids running upstairs
The motel was close to where i needed to be. Shower curtain had mould all on the bottom and in showered. The door to the room did not look very secure. Also i was charged double what other family members were who had a larger group. Very loud in the morning with people- kids running upstairs
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Jessica
6 Jan 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
The view from the back of the hotel was great. The parking is limited, best in best dress. The place has had some updates but looks like they haven’t done anymore since doing them last time we stayed there which was over 5 years ago. The steps to get to the back top rooms need fixing, felt unsafe and rusted. The hotel room doesn’t look like it gets clean, old and used shampoo bottles left, dirty dishes .
The view from the back of the hotel was great. The parking is limited, best in best dress. The place has had some updates but looks like they haven’t done anymore since doing them last time we stayed there which was over 5 years ago. The steps to get to the back top rooms need fixing, felt unsafe and rusted. The hotel room doesn’t look like it gets clean, old and used shampoo bottles left, dirty dishes .
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Rooms
Rooms are small and basic, with a mix of dated and newly renovated units; beds range from comfortable to hard or lumpy. Highway and inter-room noise can be noticeable, while lakeside rooms offer standout views.
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sharon
7 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
It was a nice stay , it was reasonably close to the Fernleigh track which was nice but not so close to walking track on the lake . It was very noisy with road noise we were on the 1 st floor but I guess you can’t help that
It was a nice stay , it was reasonably close to the Fernleigh track which was nice but not so close to walking track on the lake . It was very noisy with road noise we were on the 1 st floor but I guess you can’t help that
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Garry
4 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
extremely noisy due to adjoining door and poor soundproofing,
extremely noisy due to adjoining door and poor soundproofing,
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Jason
9 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Fantastic Location Rooms are rudimentary, small and a bit rundown. The bed was OK as were the pillows. Did have a bit of a damp smell. The bathroom was very basic The restaurant next door Tinta was excellent and well appointed.
Fantastic Location Rooms are rudimentary, small and a bit rundown. The bed was OK as were the pillows. Did have a bit of a damp smell. The bathroom was very basic The restaurant next door Tinta was excellent and well appointed.
10
Kerry
13 Jan 2026
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Stayed 7 nights
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
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
8
South Gippsland Bread
11 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Great location very comfy bed. Room A bit small but we survived!
Great location very comfy bed. Room A bit small but we survived!
8
Alexandra
17 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful view and outlook from our lake side room. The room was a bit dated, needs a refresh. Comfy bed and great aircon. Overall a good place to stay, close by to shops (10min walk or 2min drive). Staff were so lovely, checked in with us multiple times. Would stay again :)
Beautiful view and outlook from our lake side room. The room was a bit dated, needs a refresh. Comfy bed and great aircon. Overall a good place to stay, close by to shops (10min walk or 2min drive). Staff were so lovely, checked in with us multiple times. Would stay again :)
6
Antonius
1 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Overpriced based on property condition, broken table, broken toilet seat, lumpy bed, paint peeling on walls, entry door is frayed, cold air under door, mould on bathroom door, nowhere to place items in shower. Property is very tired and rundown.
Overpriced based on property condition, broken table, broken toilet seat, lumpy bed, paint peeling on walls, entry door is frayed, cold air under door, mould on bathroom door, nowhere to place items in shower. Property is very tired and rundown.
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Dennis
16 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The room itself was quite comfortable but being on the Pacific Highway made the noise levels very high outside the room, Very convenient to dining faciities.
The room itself was quite comfortable but being on the Pacific Highway made the noise levels very high outside the room, Very convenient to dining faciities.
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Mazharul
15 Aug 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Although nice lake view from the room along with nice location, easy car parking; yet the property facilities are very dated, that need immediate attention. There is no exhaust fan in the bathroom. Bathroom vanity, mirror and shower area are not user friendly. Also, the fridge, bench top areas and storage spaces are very limited. Possibly, these facilities of the property need urgent renovation for better satisfaction of its customers.
Although nice lake view from the room along with nice location, easy car parking; yet the property facilities are very dated, that need immediate attention. There is no exhaust fan in the bathroom. Bathroom vanity, mirror and shower area are not user friendly. Also, the fridge, bench top areas and storage spaces are very limited. Possibly, these facilities of the property need urgent renovation for better satisfaction of its customers.
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Leo
20 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The location and layout of the 2 bedroom accommodation is very convenient and there is an excellent restaurant adjoining the motel. The fittings and beds in the room were very dated and at a minimum the mattresses could be replaced to provide a more pleasant rest.
The location and layout of the 2 bedroom accommodation is very convenient and there is an excellent restaurant adjoining the motel. The fittings and beds in the room were very dated and at a minimum the mattresses could be replaced to provide a more pleasant rest.
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Service
Staff are frequently described as friendly and helpful, with smooth check-ins and considerate touches. A few guests experienced communication lapses or booking mishaps.
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Liz
16 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Dumpster at the end of the unit smelled bad. The front desk staff brought me decaff coffee upon request; that was appreciated.
Dumpster at the end of the unit smelled bad. The front desk staff brought me decaff coffee upon request; that was appreciated.
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Toni
17 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The property did not have hot water for 24 hours (not the owners fault) but by 7.35pm that night with plumbers still drilling and making noise I requested that they stop. The next day I could not get any response from reception when I rang 4 times to check if the hot water was back on. I then sent an email which is still not responded to - we checked out a day later. There were no basics in the room like hand soap and shower gel and no one made the room up or re-supplied tea/coffee on the 2nd night’s stay. The location is great and the restaurant good however everything else was not great and I would not stay there again.
The property did not have hot water for 24 hours (not the owners fault) but by 7.35pm that night with plumbers still drilling and making noise I requested that they stop. The next day I could not get any response from reception when I rang 4 times to check if the hot water was back on. I then sent an email which is still not responded to - we checked out a day later. There were no basics in the room like hand soap and shower gel and no one made the room up or re-supplied tea/coffee on the 2nd night’s stay. The location is great and the restaurant good however everything else was not great and I would not stay there again.
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Lailah
7 Oct 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Very friendly and helpful staff
Very friendly and helpful staff
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Kerry
13 Jan 2026
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Stayed 7 nights
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
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
8
KAI-PING
5 Dec 2022
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Stayed 1 night
The manager mistakenly gave away our family room to others, resulting us to stay in two smaller rooms, slightly inconvenient but acceptable. Nice waterview around, but parking could be depending on luck.
The manager mistakenly gave away our family room to others, resulting us to stay in two smaller rooms, slightly inconvenient but acceptable. Nice waterview around, but parking could be depending on luck.
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Deborah
12 Feb 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I didn’t like the noise of the highway and people coming and going. The staff lack customer service and security doors didn’t even lock
I didn’t like the noise of the highway and people coming and going. The staff lack customer service and security doors didn’t even lock
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Donna
3 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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
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
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Chris
12 Oct 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
the proprietors could not do enough to ensure our stay was enjoyable _ Kevin is number 1
the proprietors could not do enough to ensure our stay was enjoyable _ Kevin is number 1
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Renae
29 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful location. Room is large and comfortable. Staff very helpful.
Beautiful location. Room is large and comfortable. Staff very helpful.
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Sarron
13 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely location right on the water. Staff were great, I had a late check in and they communicated with me for late check in options. Restaurant next door, Tinta had great breakfast.
Lovely location right on the water. Staff were great, I had a late check in and they communicated with me for late check in options. Restaurant next door, Tinta had great breakfast.
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Location
Scenic lakefront setting close to shops and local venues like Belmont and the Yacht Club. Some road noise is reported due to the Pacific Highway.
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James
6 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We loved the Squid's Ink. We stayed in the new section and it was wonderful. The room was small but suited us perfectly. The bathroom was fantastic, the bed comfortable and the room relatively quiet considering we were on the highway. We took our stand up paddle board and went paddle boarding from the back of the motel. It's also an easy walk into Belmont for coffee and dinner.
We loved the Squid's Ink. We stayed in the new section and it was wonderful. The room was small but suited us perfectly. The bathroom was fantastic, the bed comfortable and the room relatively quiet considering we were on the highway. We took our stand up paddle board and went paddle boarding from the back of the motel. It's also an easy walk into Belmont for coffee and dinner.
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David
14 Feb 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Room was clean, Staff friendly. Tinta Restaurant had good food in elegant style with perfect lake views, seafood and excellent coffee. Location was perfect at water's edge, where many black swans congregated in the lake. Overall feeling was of peaceful serenity.
Room was clean, Staff friendly. Tinta Restaurant had good food in elegant style with perfect lake views, seafood and excellent coffee. Location was perfect at water's edge, where many black swans congregated in the lake. Overall feeling was of peaceful serenity.
8
Mel
6 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The location is amazing, beautiful views
The location is amazing, beautiful views
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Shannon
6 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful, right on the lake.
Beautiful, right on the lake.
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Melody
17 Jul 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Beautiful location for enjoying the lake.
Beautiful location for enjoying the lake.
10
Dominic
24 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely spot with a beautiful outlook over the lake. Friendly & helpful staff
Lovely spot with a beautiful outlook over the lake. Friendly & helpful staff
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ANDY
9 Oct 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Love the location, parking can be tricky as quite small spot.
Love the location, parking can be tricky as quite small spot.
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Jarrod
17 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
It was close to golf course where we had a corporate event
It was close to golf course where we had a corporate event
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Gabrielle
7 Dec 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Received great assistance when contacting the motel. Suited my circumstances well for a one night stay being conveniently situated for a family gathering at the Lake Macquarie Yacht Club.
Received great assistance when contacting the motel. Suited my circumstances well for a one night stay being conveniently situated for a family gathering at the Lake Macquarie Yacht Club.
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Janice
16 Aug 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Wonderful view on the lake side of the hotel. Surprisingly quiet although on a busy road. Great location for lake and beaches.
Wonderful view on the lake side of the hotel. Surprisingly quiet although on a busy road. Great location for lake and beaches.
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Dining
The onsite Tinta restaurant and bar earn consistent praise for tasty meals, coffee and breakfasts with lake views, though a few mention higher prices or limited breakfast options.
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Debbie
23 Apr 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful location by the lake. Rooms & restaurant newly renovated. Helpful staff.
Beautiful location by the lake. Rooms & restaurant newly renovated. Helpful staff.
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David
14 Feb 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Room was clean, Staff friendly. Tinta Restaurant had good food in elegant style with perfect lake views, seafood and excellent coffee. Location was perfect at water's edge, where many black swans congregated in the lake. Overall feeling was of peaceful serenity.
Room was clean, Staff friendly. Tinta Restaurant had good food in elegant style with perfect lake views, seafood and excellent coffee. Location was perfect at water's edge, where many black swans congregated in the lake. Overall feeling was of peaceful serenity.
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Jason
9 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Fantastic Location Rooms are rudimentary, small and a bit rundown. The bed was OK as were the pillows. Did have a bit of a damp smell. The bathroom was very basic The restaurant next door Tinta was excellent and well appointed.
Fantastic Location Rooms are rudimentary, small and a bit rundown. The bed was OK as were the pillows. Did have a bit of a damp smell. The bathroom was very basic The restaurant next door Tinta was excellent and well appointed.
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David
20 Nov 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Wish they did Brekky menu
Wish they did Brekky menu
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Steve
17 Feb 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
It’s my third time here. The owners are taking an interest and slowly renovating to an acceptable standard. They have built a new restaurant with beer garden that goes till late. Quite simply it’s the best in s 10km radius. I have tried lots of hotels in the area!!!
It’s my third time here. The owners are taking an interest and slowly renovating to an acceptable standard. They have built a new restaurant with beer garden that goes till late. Quite simply it’s the best in s 10km radius. I have tried lots of hotels in the area!!!
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Damien
31 Jan 2023
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Fantastic location, ask for a lake view room. Nothing too flash but a location to remember. Great bar and restaurant attached, although pricey the savings by staying in house counter that in full.
Fantastic location, ask for a lake view room. Nothing too flash but a location to remember. Great bar and restaurant attached, although pricey the savings by staying in house counter that in full.
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Gina
16 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The view and restaurant was amazing.
The view and restaurant was amazing.
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Denise
30 Dec 2022
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Stayed 19,352 nights
The location on Lake Macquarie is beautiful. The attached restaurant/cafe is lovely. The staff were all so helpful - the manager made us the most delicious toastie for breakfast on Boxing Day as nothing was open. The motel is undergoing a much needed renovation as the rooms are tired. After this is done it will make a big difference.
The location on Lake Macquarie is beautiful. The attached restaurant/cafe is lovely. The staff were all so helpful - the manager made us the most delicious toastie for breakfast on Boxing Day as nothing was open. The motel is undergoing a much needed renovation as the rooms are tired. After this is done it will make a big difference.
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Sarron
13 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely location right on the water. Staff were great, I had a late check in and they communicated with me for late check in options. Restaurant next door, Tinta had great breakfast.
Lovely location right on the water. Staff were great, I had a late check in and they communicated with me for late check in options. Restaurant next door, Tinta had great breakfast.
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Linda
15 Nov 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The Staff were very good, the bed was comfortable, and it had an amazing veiw of the lake and that makes up for the basic furniture. We were happy with oir 2 night stay. Great restaurant next door with a very cool vibe. We could see such potential for this hotel and you can see that the owners are slowly doing the place up. We were very happy with the car parking that was available both nights. Neat and tidy rooms, but the outside seating a little run down, but the veiws of the lake and magnificent sunset both nights made up for that. We would stay again. 😀
The Staff were very good, the bed was comfortable, and it had an amazing veiw of the lake and that makes up for the basic furniture. We were happy with oir 2 night stay. Great restaurant next door with a very cool vibe. We could see such potential for this hotel and you can see that the owners are slowly doing the place up. We were very happy with the car parking that was available both nights. Neat and tidy rooms, but the outside seating a little run down, but the veiws of the lake and magnificent sunset both nights made up for that. We would stay again. 😀
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10
elizabeth
9 Jun 2026
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Stayed 1 night
lakeview nice
lakeview nice
8
Gemmabel
26 Apr 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Good to stay.
Good to stay.
10
Jane
20 Apr 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Great location
Great location
10
Sandra
6 Apr 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely staff. Great views and prime location on the highway. Will stay again.
Lovely staff. Great views and prime location on the highway. Will stay again.
8
RORI
4 Apr 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Ac works Not a lot of parking if you go out for dinner and come back to full Carpark
Ac works Not a lot of parking if you go out for dinner and come back to full Carpark
Property policies
Check-in
Check-out
From 14:00 to 20:00
Before 10:00
FAQs about Squid's Ink Motel
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, complimentary on-site parking is available at the motel. However, parking is limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is available from 14:00 until 20:00, and check-out is required by 10:00. Early or late check-in/check-out options are not specified.
Where is the motel located in relation to key landmarks?
The motel is situated in Belmont, Newcastle, close to Lake Macquarie and Belmont Golf Course. Nearby attractions include Newcastle Beach and Hunter Ice Skating Stadium.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, but the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.
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Average nightly price across deals, with taxes & fees.
Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.
- 2026-09-21: NO DATA
- 2026-09-22: 67.24401430196761USD
- 2026-09-23: 69.0054162270546USD
- 2026-09-24: 67.39697112760544USD
- 2026-09-25: 105.94690117893218USD
- 2026-09-26: NO DATA
- 2026-09-27: 66.51019968557357USD
- 2026-09-28: 66.99390792102814USD
- 2026-09-29: 67.62415236682891USD
- 2026-09-30: 67.54830419845581USD
- 2026-10-01: 75.55698668575286USD
- 2026-10-02: NO DATA
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- 2026-10-05: 67.14524099187851USD
- 2026-10-06: 66.25692019891738USD
- 2026-10-07: 66.38567388715744USD
- 2026-10-08: 66.50571794729233USD
- 2026-10-09: 92.48302409687042USD
- 2026-10-10: 104.03877484550475USD
- 2026-10-11: 68.88482070302963USD
- 2026-10-12: 69.08467384281158USD
- 2026-10-13: 70.47516815814971USD
- 2026-10-14: 68.00593606996536USD
- 2026-10-15: 68.99031662054061USD
- 2026-10-16: 86.61022252960204USD
- 2026-10-17: 106.80057603416442USD
- 2026-10-18: 66.51517599067688USD
- 2026-10-19: 66.58720330209732USD
- 2026-10-20: 68.3210976831436USD
- 2026-10-21: 68.04430220060348USD
- 2026-10-22: 66.48389135665893USD
- 2026-10-23: 90.2276155670166USD
- 2026-10-24: 104.44730454730987USD
- 2026-10-25: 66.66432508945465USD
- 2026-10-26: 68.16434188404082USD
- 2026-10-27: 65.89093637390137USD
- 2026-10-28: 68.98463566713333USD
- 2026-10-29: 66.58720330209732USD
- 2026-10-30: 68.21436316022873USD
- 2026-10-31: 101.8088299419403USD
- 2026-11-01: 66.57774525871277USD
- 2026-11-02: 67.44135521736145USD
- 2026-11-03: 66.57774525871277USD
- 2026-11-04: 66.6737831328392USD
- 2026-11-05: 65.43475756597519USD
- 2026-11-06: 68.21436316022873USD
- 2026-11-07: 103.1540692047119USD
- 2026-11-08: 66.65782569360732USD
- 2026-11-09: 66.6737831328392USD
- 2026-11-10: 68.21436316022873USD
- 2026-11-11: 68.21436316022873USD
- 2026-11-12: 68.21436316022873USD
- 2026-11-13: 91.23258410282135USD
- 2026-11-14: 101.4762359424591USD
- 2026-11-15: 68.21436316022873USD
- 2026-11-16: 65.87129375534057USD
- 2026-11-17: 70.44515714311599USD
- 2026-11-18: 68.97463491325378USD
- 2026-11-19: 68.21436316022873USD
- 2026-11-20: 68.20435802965164USD
- 2026-11-21: 101.24925165462493USD
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
Popular amenities
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Garden
Golf course (nearby)
Windsurfing
Cycling
Services
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
Express check-in/check-out
Parking
Parking
Free parking
Parking (Limited)
Parking Onsite
General
Non-smoking rooms
Picnic area/Tables
Family room
Activities
Garden
Golf course (nearby)
Windsurfing
Cycling
Fishing
Canoeing
Outdoor Furniture
Terrace
Internet
Free wi-fi