Name: Gateshead Tavern & Motel
Address: 9 Pacific Highway, Gateshead, Gateshead, New South Wales, Australia, Gateshead, New South Wales, AU
Price range: $73–$89 per night
Rating: 7.9

What guests think

At Gateshead Tavern & Motel, travellers describe a budget, no-frills stay with generally clean, simple rooms and notably friendly staff, offering good value for short stopovers despite the property’s age and some dated fittings.

Rooms are often small, with occasional noise from neighbours, patrons or rattling plumbing, and some guests found beds lumpy. Recurring complaints cite pests (cockroaches, spiders, mosquitos) and musty or dusty air conditioners in some rooms. The attached tavern serves basic, well-priced meals with limited choice and no breakfast, and the location suits hospital visits and local shopping, though a few noted it feels out of the way without a car. Overall, expect an affordable, simple stay best suited to short stopovers.

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Facilities

On-site tavern/bar and easy parking at the door are common positives. Amenities are minimal, with frequent mentions of no microwave and limited in-room supplies.

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10

Diane R

Mar 11, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Just needed a simple place to stay in Newcastle. Room was very quiet, we parked right outside our door, room had everything we needed. We could walk to get food right there and next door.

6

Wayne

Apr 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very old style motel attached to a tavern/hotel. Minimal facilities, no fridge, bare basic table and chairs, one glass in a 3 person room. Bed was comfortable, shower was hot, tv worked, so it was good for a one night stay between travelling long distances.

10

Denis

Apr 7, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Motel & Tavern combined.

8

sarah

Sep 16, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Very basic but all we needed was a bed and a shower it was clean so happy with the price we paid, the Tavern it’s self was great nicely decor friendly staff friendly locals

10

dorathy

Nov 11, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The room had everything you need including a bathroom, tv, kettle and facilities and parking right at your door. The staff were very friendly and I would definitely stay here again.

8

Anthony

Jan 31, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great place for a night in Newcastle very close to major shopping centre at Charlestown. Staff very helpful and on-site pub dining was good. Would definitely stay again.

6

Sisira

Dec 31, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Not available microwave, Shampoo and conditioner.butter knife, fork & spoon, hand towels & ...ect..

8

Stephane

Dec 19, 2022

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Stayed 19,345 nights

Should provide a recycle bin inside and outside room and also a microwave

8

Indu

Nov 28, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

For the price I paid for a night it was great. Can’t find too many places for under $80 where you have your own bathroom. Loved that there was aircon and could watch my Netflix on the tv. Room was clean, not too much noise, good water pressure in the shower, working fridge and enough storage space. Sadly there was only a bar menu at the Pub, and as vegans there wasn’t anything we could eat on there. Staff was really friendly and helpful. Apart from the food the only other thing was that I specifically wanted to do some laundry as er had just come in from a festival, and there was only one old dryer that took a very long time to dry things. Also, another person staying at the motel took my clothes out while they were still wet, so I pretty much had to run back and forth to the machine to ensure my clothes were still in it, this took up most of the arvo, night and morning as it was so slow drying.

8

John

Nov 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

close parking, good water pressure, comfortable bed, quite and good access to where we were going

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Cleanliness

Many guests report clean rooms and fresh linen, but recurring issues include pests (cockroaches, spiders, mosquitos) and musty or dusty air conditioners; a few noted fleas.

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Katherine

Feb 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff were exceptionally helpful. Shops ( next door) offered a range of foods . Room was kept very clean by staff and consummables were replaced as required. An older place that is well maintained.

10

Hannah

Jan 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was very clean. The linen was crisp and new. Beds were comfortable. The bathroom was older in style but clean. The check in staff were friendly! There was no noise and we all Slept well. Value for money is excellent! Thank you.

10

Waldemar

Nov 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was spotless, staff was amazing. Air conditioner needs to be fixed because, we couldn’t regulate the air, it was the only negative that can be easily fixed. I would love to have microwave oven in the motel just incase I need to make my food warm.

8

Avishek

Apr 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Overall good for the short stay. Clean room and bathroom. Very friendly staff!!

4

Peter

Dec 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room generally was clean but the air conditioner was caked with filth and mold. You have to breath musty air all night or open up the front door to ventilate. This was a return stop over. The previous room we stayed in on the way down the coast a week before at Gateshead Tavern Motel was in the the same condition. Clean up the A/C units in the motel rooms and I would definitely consider giving a better review.

4

Thomas

Nov 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Cockroach in the room. Shame cause for a very basic room the hotel seemed fine but too rough, not clean enough and a little out of the way.

4

Jenny

Dec 9, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Not very clean and multiple little cockroaches

4

Peter

Dec 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was generally clean. The bathroom door was very loud and squeaky. Everyone in the whole complex could hear when someone was using the bathroom. The air conditioning unit was caked with dust and mold. The musty smell was not good and we couldn't sleep well. We left early. We hope to get a better room on the return trip.

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HUI

Jan 15, 2023

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Stayed 19,371 nights

The service attitude is very good, but too dirty, there are fleas on the bed

10

Mark

Dec 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean and comfortable room for a bargain price. Bit of noise late at night from inconsiderate guests and hotel patrons but that can happen anywhere and was only brief.

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Rooms

Rooms are compact and dated but usually adequate for short stays; beds are generally comfortable though a few found them lumpy. Noise from neighbours or plumbing occurs for some, while shower pressure is often praised.

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Debra

Jan 8, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Location is very central. Close drive to shopping, beaches and popular neighboring suburbs. Room is a bit of a tight squeeze for 3 people but was generally clean and provided a toaster and kettle and a bar fridge. This was all located inside a wardrobe so access was an issue with the small room but it was perfect for a short stay of a few days on a low budget. There was some noise in the water pipes occasionally when Neighbour's used their water but other than that it is was very good option for those on a low budget. I've stayed in worse for a higher price. Pub offered some basic meals for lunch and dinner (pizza / chips or burgers) at a good price. OK for a quick dinner if you're not wanting to go out and eat. Room was serviced everyday which was a nice surprise. Overall it was value for money and the beds are comfy and the aircon worked well.

6

Srikanth

Apr 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It’s a very small room not convenient.

6

kenneth

Jun 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

When I say terrible bed. It was ok a couple of lumps in it. Probably needs changing shortly but all else was good and priced right.

6

Don

Nov 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It was an aging motel probably built in the 1960s. Very basic but comfortable.

8

Col

Dec 16, 2022

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Stayed 19,342 nights

Shower cold tap made a loud rattling noise. Could hear same from nearby rooms

8

Anthea

May 21, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Rooms are small but clean.

8

Donald

Feb 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Accommodation is starting to show its age however it was clean and comfortable.

8

Lee J.

Feb 20, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The Welcome from the Staff was friendly. Loved the shower water pressure! Beds were comfy and linen clean. Aircon was very comfortable. TV was a bit small and the room is due for a coat of paint. Neighbouring rooms were noisy until 1:40am! I had to ask a man to stop talking on the phone outside my window after waking me up Saturday night from Midnight. The location is very central to where we needed. The price was great!

10

Clarke

Apr 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The comfortable and the shower was good with pressure

8

Quddus

Aug 25, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Sound proofing could be improved.

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Service

Staff are consistently described as friendly, helpful and accommodating, with easy check-ins and support during issues. Occasional problems include slow bar service, booking mix-ups and an early check-in not ready.

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Katrin

Jan 14, 2023

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Avoid! We had a confirmed booking for 2 nights for a 3-bed room but only a 2-bed room was available. Furthermore, when returning home for the second night the room was completely cleaned out an all personal belongings had been removed to storage, from where I had to get them after a lengthy discussion. I am yet to wait for any form of refund or compensation.

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Patricia

Jul 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff were very accommodating.

6

Toni

Jan 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I organised to check in early, and nothing was ready for us.

6

Damian

Aug 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent check in. Friendly staff. Close to shopping and other businesses. Room was clean. However there was a guest in the room next to us (Room 9) who constantly smoked. The second hand smoke came directly into our room via the batroom vented window. Patrons should NOT be allowed to smoke so close to others and a designated smoking area should be allocated with signage near every room.

6

Alyssa

Mar 25, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very basic, waited at counter for 15 mins, bar staff avoided eye contact clearly seeing us waiting there. ended up having to call out for service. Bed was musty and uncomfortable. Toilet was noisy and the walls are very thin. Could hear ppl next door talking - they weren’t loud

10

hannah

Jan 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We made a very last minute booking(like 30 minites before arrival ) after driving 10 hours , Reception staff where so accommodating and kind will definitely stay again on our next adventure.

10

Kim

Nov 2, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I arrived much earlier than check-in time. The lady who checked me in was just wonderful - organised for the room key to be delivered very soon after - and organised milk for a cuppa!

6

Derk

Apr 13, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

On arrival there was a problem with the booking agent The room was not ready on arrival but the manager was excellent and gave us a free drink

6

Samantha

Feb 14, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Fridge stopped working and the staff were so helpful and understanding that we had items that needed to stay cold, so they let us put our items in the fridge at the bar until the next morning. So that the fridge could be replaced.

10

Michael

Aug 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Suprised by this stay and how good it was, the check in was fast and easy with great staff and clean rooms.

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Location

Handy for Lake Macquarie Private Hospital and Charlestown shopping, with easy access for drivers and some quiet rooms set back from the road. A few guests felt it was out of the way or not near highway access if without a car.

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Debra

Jan 8, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Location is very central. Close drive to shopping, beaches and popular neighboring suburbs. Room is a bit of a tight squeeze for 3 people but was generally clean and provided a toaster and kettle and a bar fridge. This was all located inside a wardrobe so access was an issue with the small room but it was perfect for a short stay of a few days on a low budget. There was some noise in the water pipes occasionally when Neighbour's used their water but other than that it is was very good option for those on a low budget. I've stayed in worse for a higher price. Pub offered some basic meals for lunch and dinner (pizza / chips or burgers) at a good price. OK for a quick dinner if you're not wanting to go out and eat. Room was serviced everyday which was a nice surprise. Overall it was value for money and the beds are comfy and the aircon worked well.

10

Dianne

Dec 14, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

For a budget motel it was excellent. Clean, tidy, amenities good, comfortable bed, easy parking, friendly and efficient staff. The only downside is that it is not close to highway access, but for all other guests, would highly recommend

6

Chris

Jul 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff were plesant & Helpful Room was clean If your not driving, it was pretty far from anything requiring long taxi or bus trips to get anywhere

8

Gary

Apr 18, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great so close to Lake Macquarie Private Hospital Staff very obliging

8

Kenneth

Jul 10, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Convenient spot easy walk to food shops. Quiet and staff very friendly

8

Lesley

Jan 10, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Convenient location and quiet within the room.

10

Robert

Jun 21, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Quiet and good bed handy location

10

Chris and Robyn

May 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was close to Lake Macquarie Private Hospital.

8

Karenne

Mar 24, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Stayed 2nights ad my partner in Hospital. Close to the Hospital could walk to it.A bit dated but the served the purpose.It could improve by providing an iron,hand towels &a sink plug.

8

William

Nov 22, 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

Convenient location

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Dining

Attached tavern offers simple, well-priced pub meals that many enjoyed, but the menu is limited (e.g., pizza only on some nights) and breakfast isn’t provided; vegans found few options.

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Anthony

Jun 27, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great place to stay in Newcastle. Nice and close to Charlestown Shopping Centre and not too far to Kotara. Staff were outstanding in their attention and desire to make our stay really enjoyable. Bar menu was outstanding and well priced. Will stay again.

10

Steven

Sep 28, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The check-in was easy and the staff were very friendly. The room was clean and quiet. Choice of bistro meals limited but very enjoyable to eat.

6

Greg

Jun 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I thought there was good food after reading the reviews , however Pizza was the only food on Wednesday nights . Breakfast is also not available . I was directed to the service station next door for breakfast . I bought a large coffee , a bottle of juice and a muffin for ten dollars . All good !

8

Anthony

Feb 6, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The price is what drew me to the property, but was pleasantly surprised by the cleanliness and very friendly and helpful staff. The tavern had excellent food although only 5 or 6 items, all under $16.

6

Faamanatuina

Aug 31, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I liked the restaurant and bar onsite. Food was good. Room was what you'd expect for your dollar.

8

Anthony

Feb 1, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Basic room with ensuite for a basic price. Limited pub menu but good food abd cheap. Staff was excellent and good cleaning crew.

8

Ian

Mar 13, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was comfortable and clean. The pub had basic pub meals , but cheap and nice. Staff were awesome and very helpfull even accommodated late check out. Absolutely will be back

10

Simon

Mar 18, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The staff are awesome, food in sports bar is great, room is very comfortable

8

Indu

Nov 28, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

For the price I paid for a night it was great. Can’t find too many places for under $80 where you have your own bathroom. Loved that there was aircon and could watch my Netflix on the tv. Room was clean, not too much noise, good water pressure in the shower, working fridge and enough storage space. Sadly there was only a bar menu at the Pub, and as vegans there wasn’t anything we could eat on there. Staff was really friendly and helpful. Apart from the food the only other thing was that I specifically wanted to do some laundry as er had just come in from a festival, and there was only one old dryer that took a very long time to dry things. Also, another person staying at the motel took my clothes out while they were still wet, so I pretty much had to run back and forth to the machine to ensure my clothes were still in it, this took up most of the arvo, night and morning as it was so slow drying.

8

Elzbieta

May 17, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice clean room and ensuite. Very good food at the pub. Great price.

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Month	Average price
January	$57
February	$58
March	$65
April	$70
May	$71
June	$73
July	$72
August	$55
September	$57
October	$56
November	$56
December	$56

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $77	2	3
4 $73	5 $75	6 $77	7 $77	8 $77	9 $83	10 $83
11 $74	12 $77	13 $77	14 $77	15 $77	16 $83	17
18 $77	19 $77	20 $77	21 $77	22 $76	23 $83	24
25 $76	26 $77	27 $76	28 $76	29 $82	30 $89	31 $80

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27 $76	28 $75	29 $77	30 $77