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The Esplanade Motel

3.0 star property
Boardwalk/promenade motel with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Deluxe Triple Room
Superior Lake View Balcony Queen
Point of interest
View from room
Overlooking Lake Macquarie, The Esplanade Motel offers a tranquil retreat with a restaurant and free in-room WiFi. Unwind by the outdoor pool or stroll through the garden, and take advantage of dry cleaning/laundry services.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$185
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept

Room options

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Deluxe Triple Room

Deluxe Triple Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Deluxe Quadruple Room

Deluxe Quadruple Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Smart TV
Pillow-top bed
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Large Twin Beds

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Superior Lake View Balcony Twin

Superior Lake View Balcony Twin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Pillow-top bed
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 29 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Lake View Balcony Queen

Superior Lake View Balcony Queen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Pillow-top bed
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Queen

Deluxe Queen

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Three Bedroom Apartment

Three Bedroom Apartment

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Smart TV
Pillow-top bed
3 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

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Deluxe Studio | Living area

Deluxe Studio

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe King Twin

Deluxe King Twin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds
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About the area

Map
568 The Esplanade, Warners Bay, NSW, 2282

What's nearby

  • Charlestown Square - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • John Hunter Hospital - 11 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Merewether Beach - 15 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Newcastle Civic Theater - 18 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Blacksmiths Beach - 18 min drive - 8.1 km

Getting around

  • Cockle Creek Station - 8 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Warners at the Bay - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Guzman Y Gomez - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Con's Takeaway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Warners Bay Hotel - ‬16 min walk

About this property

The Esplanade Motel

Motel near Lake Macquarie
Located close to Lake Macquarie City Art Gallery and The Lake Macquarie Variety Playground, The Esplanade Motel provides a terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • An electric car charging station, tour/ticket information and a front desk safe
  • Smoke-free property, barbecues and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at The Esplanade Motel have comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • 45-inch Smart TVs with streaming services and digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, mini fridges and microwaves

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Transfer shower
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Built in 1959
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 45-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 11:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 11:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 40.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 15.0 per night

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 15.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 40.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Lakeside Motor Inn Warners Bay
Lakeside Motor Warners Bay
Esplanade Motel formerly Eco-Inn Warners Bay
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Esplanade formerly Eco-Inn
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Frequently asked questions

Does The Esplanade Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Esplanade Motel?

As of 1 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Esplanade Motel on 7 Sept 2025 start from AU$185.25, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Esplanade Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Esplanade Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Esplanade Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Esplanade Motel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is The Esplanade Motel located?

Located in Warners Bay, this motel is steps from Lake Macquarie and 3 mi (4.9 km) from The Lake Macquarie Variety Playground. Charlestown Square and Lake Macquarie City Art Gallery are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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The Esplanade Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 278 out of 569 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 222 out of 569 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 569 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 569 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 569 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JONATHAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are clean, it has everything you need in a normal hotel, the reception service is great, excellent location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing property
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room for a night. Having the restaurant onsite was an unexpected bonus, and the balcony overlooking the lake was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay for our weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property with the renovations it’s stunning. In an amazing spot
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was super friendly and informative
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were fantastic and the rooms were lovely and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Felicity

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Receptionist was lovely Room was just like the photos and very clean Lake was just across the road Coffee van right next to motel Will definitely stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

R and V

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

Convenient getaway

Just a quick get away a this was perfect. Close to the bay for walks. Great restaurant on site and coffee at your door. What more could you want Lovely and keen. Has pod coffee in your room if you prefer
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you we were very impressed with our accommodation. Very clean & well presented unit. Love the permanent coffee van at the front of the motel the coffee & the ham, cheese toasties were delicious. Top spot to stay with a great walking area around the lake, beautiful views. We will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it all. The pool area was amazing and relaxing Just what I needed for some time away I will be going Back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful clean apartment with the most comfortable mattress. Had a great time
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff good location, the rooms have recently been renovated and were very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan

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

Great place

Great stay thanks
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

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

Awesome

Great place and location. Absolute value for money. Best motel I have stayed at for $200 a night. Pool was great and close proximity to shops and cafes. Coffee Point out the front was great too! Would stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

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

Family visit

This motel was a great find. Having been recently renovated, our rooms were tastefully decorated and very clean. The bed and bedding were extremely comfortable and despite the noise from guests next door, we slept very well. We had a lovely view of the lake across the road, with great access to walking/cycling tracks, and parks with a fabulous coffee truck at the door. This will be our regular accommodation in the area from now on.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff , clean and had a great Japanese restaurant there !
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Building next door was loud and dirty Pool dirty Bed very comfy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great motel for a great price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfy beds great size for a family easy parking
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice staff beautiful and clean great location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023