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Swansea Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel in Swansea

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Restaurant
Front of property
Beach
Towels
Standard Suite, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Room service

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Suite, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

Standard Suite, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Newcastle

Swansea stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Swansea hotel, you'll find Lake Macquarie and Byrnes Reserve. Blacksmiths Beach and Moon Island Nature Reserve are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

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

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Wangi Workers Club - ‬38 min drive
  • ‪Caves Beachside Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Nords Wharf Trading Post - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Swansea Hotel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Baker's Den Bakery Café - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Swansea Hotel

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

This 3-star Newcastle hotel is smoke free.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

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

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Swansea Hotel to the airport?

Swansea Hotel is 32 mi (53-min drive) away from the Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Swansea Hotel?

As of Jun 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Swansea Hotel on Jun 11, 2026 start from CA $78, excluding 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.

Does Swansea Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Swansea Hotel.

How close is Swansea Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 1.6 mi (3-min drive) from Blacksmiths Beach and 3.1 mi (11-min drive) from Pinney Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Swansea Hotel offer free breakfast?

Swansea Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Swansea Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Swansea Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Swansea Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Swansea Hotel have a pool?

Swansea Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Swansea Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Swansea Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Swansea Hotel to downtown Newcastle?

Swansea Hotel is 13.9 mi away from Newcastle.

Swansea Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 205 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 68 out of 205 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 205 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 205 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 205 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

4/10 Poor

Ross

We did not end up staying- renovations were ongoing and missed out on a room with a bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Locklyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Non enclosed or fenced in parking but full camera coverage, staff were absolutely amazing, bar was great, spacious bathroom and sleeping area
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Price and Reasonable we've stayed here a few timee.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Trish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good parking area with easy access. The room was simple, clean and met my requirements. The common area was clean and supplied what was needed for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hasan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The accomodation was both affordable and at a convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great accommodation for the night
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Emily

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There are very basic amenities, no wifi, no hand towels, or lift. Towels were not fresh and had an odour. The whole place is run down, eerie and neglected. Staff are very nice though.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Gayle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good, cheap, clean accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love staying there. So much quieter and the Beach's not far to go. I had a lovely stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was the perfect choice for our one night stay very comfortable,
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic views from the balcony, clean and well laid out cabins and lovely hosts
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So central and great staff and service. The bistro was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and facilities amazing Even with Renovations going on Food and kitchen staff clean and beautiful food Thank you Staff Rock!,,,
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Amenities
It's a good pub
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was neat tidy and clean had a great sleep would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room for a night.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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4/10 Poor

Stacey

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Someone broke into my car during my stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Liked: Staff & service
Beautiful food!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Ariel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location. Need to refurbish the rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Just ok for overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, cheap, basic accommodation with shared bathrooms (well maintained), in convenient location close to shopping, dining, entertainment options
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very satisfied, very clean and tidy. Big room and bathroom Quite not disturbed by other guest's. Convenient to all shops and RSL
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bruce

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

Close to beach & shops.

Close to shops and beach . Not far to Newcastle or the Central Coast and easy travel to anywhere you want to go.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017
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8/10 Good

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Exactly what you need and expect for $80 a night
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024