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Black Swan Waterfront Motel

3.0 star property
3-star adults-only motel in Swansea

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Property grounds
1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board
Interior
Property grounds
TV, first-run movies

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Room service
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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137 Bowman Street, Swansea, NSW, 2281
  • Place, Byrnes Reserve
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Macquarie
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Newcastle Beach
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Double Room, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Twin Room, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the area

Newcastle

Swansea stay.With a stay at this Swansea motel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Byrnes Reserve and 2 miles (3 km) of Lake Macquarie. Blacksmiths Beach and Wallarah National Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Byrnes Reserve - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Lake Macquarie - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Newcastle Civic Theater - 37 min drive - 31.8 km
  • Newcastle Beach - 38 min drive - 32.6 km
  • Foreshore Park - 38 min drive - 32.6 km

Getting around

  • Wyee Station - 21 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nords Wharf Trading Post - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Caves Beachside Hotel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wangi Workers Club - ‬38 min drive
  • ‪The Baker's Den Bakery Café - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Swansea Hotel - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Black Swan Waterfront Motel

3-star adults-only motel in Swansea
Black Swan Waterfront Motel offers its guests a library, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. Black Swan Waterfront Motel also features room service (during limited hours), express check-out, and RV/bus/truck parking. The front desk is open around the clock.

This 3-star Newcastle motel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Black Swan Waterfront Motel offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 3-star motel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils.

Bathrooms include showers with hydromassage showerheads, and complimentary toiletries. Televisions come with first-run movies. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • First-run movies
  • TV

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in from 2 PM - 7 PM and 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Thursday (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and Friday - Sunday (7:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 25 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 25 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: AUD 100.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 25 years old aren't allowed.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Black Swan Waterfront Motel.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Black Swan Waterfront Motel to the airport?

Black Swan Waterfront Motel is 29.6 mi (47-min drive) away from the Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Black Swan Waterfront Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Black Swan Waterfront Motel.

How close is Black Swan Waterfront Motel to the beach?

This motel is 1.9 mi (3-min drive) from Blacksmiths Beach and 2.8 mi (11-min drive) from Pinney Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Black Swan Waterfront Motel offer free breakfast?

Black Swan Waterfront Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Black Swan Waterfront Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Black Swan Waterfront Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Black Swan Waterfront Motel?

Free parking is not available at this motel.

Does Black Swan Waterfront Motel have a pool?

Black Swan Waterfront Motel does not have a pool.

Does Black Swan Waterfront Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Black Swan Waterfront Motel to downtown Newcastle?

Black Swan Waterfront Motel is 14 mi away from Newcastle.

Black Swan Waterfront Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 72 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim

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

Highly recommended

Value for money with friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff services. The place is not new but very clean and with all the amenities you need for a couple days away from home
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mellony

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

Great place to stay!

Great place to stay. Staff were so nice and friendly and the rooms motel backs on to the lake so great location. We look forward to staying there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The couple at reception were friendly and welcoming; we booked the garden view room but they upgraded us to the waterfront view room free of charge. The rooms were a bit outdated but were clean and comfortable. The property was close to other convenient amentities such as cafes and shops, and there was parking on-side. Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sumiyo

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

Water front!

Staff was friendly and helpful. The water front view was beautiful! I really enjoyed that view at night and morning: )
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Old style motel clean with friendly staff and on waterfront.Bed was comfortable and walking distance to shops and Swansea Hotel with great meals.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Average

The location next to the lake is fantastic with beautiful views and a little jetty out the back for a spot of fishing, but it's also next to the main road which makes it fairly noisy during rush hour. Service was very friendly and accommodating, but the room is very dated (originally from the 1970s probably) with a few random features modernised, most probably because they had to be. Bed was old and well worn and not that comfortable, but it was okay for one night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is excellent. It is absolute waterfront and in easy walking distance of pubs, clubs, restaurants and shopping. There are some lovely walks you can do and the staff were very welcoming and excellent in their suggestions of places to go and see in the area. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable little hotel. Very happy with the location that is an easy walk to both Swansea and Caves Beach. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was small but clean, close to Swansee shops, lovely outdoor area to hang out right on the river.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right next n the waterfront Lovely view to wake up to
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JudithHarringto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is like home away from home as an older couple who refound each other after sixty years it is warm, and abounds in memories
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Being 10 yards from the river and getting the breeze off the water really makes this motel.The RSL has just been renovated and the food is good
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely location with water views. Close to shops, hotel and newly refurbished RSL. Microwave in room and bar b q to borrow. Very congenial hosts. Really enjoyed our stay. Swansea is a very friendly town with all amenities. We couldn’t have done better. Thanks to all.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a comfortable two days at the Black Swan & the owners/proprietors were very accommodating. Nothing too much trouble for them.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Verified

4/10 Poor

Raeleen

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very noisy off the main highway bed was uncomfortable and I don’t believe the sheets had been changed . Old fan and air con need replacing but cleaning them would be a start .
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable, great location, beautiful river.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Clean and comfortable

Nice little hotel, handy location, clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Motel was good waterfront view was very relaxing.Would reccomend to couples
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy

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

Lovely Motel

Great location for my activities. Met all my expectations and more. Thank you Black Swan Waterfront Motel. Very pleasant and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017
Verified

4/10 Poor

janet

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Old but clean

Lovely people but the motel was very old but clean. The bed cover could do with a wash. The room was quite cramped, but the bed was comfortable. No wifi which is unusual these days.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shebri

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

On the Edge of the Lake

This is a budget motel, but is extremely clean and has everything you need for a short stay. It is on the edge of the Lake and the owners have been thoughtful to put tables and seating out there. The motel itself is quite old, but does have all the amenities that more upmarket motels/hotels offer. This was my second stay here, will stay again and would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

Michelle

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

Nice hotel on waterfront

Nice waterfront hotel close to Lake Macquarie, shops pubs and beaches. Slightly old-fashioned, with a comfortable bed, tea and coffee facilities, bar fridge and microwave.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Close to town

Right on the river,very clean, lovely managers. Would stay here again.
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Old fashioned motel on the river

I liked this motel ...not as modern as some , but very clean, on the river and a short walk to the club, pub and shops..friendly hosts..I will be back