A coastal town with a bay, surrounded by forested areas and a large body of water.

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An outdoor patio with a view of a body of water, surrounded by palm trees and a pergola.

1. Squid Ink Motel

Squid Ink Motel
2.5 star property
Belmont
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (499 reviews)
"Next to the lake Room spacious and clean Staff friendly Next to amenities"
Australia
Nozibele
The price is AU$129
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Squid Ink Motel
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a large potted plant, and woven ceiling lamps.

2. Swansea Hotel

Swansea Hotel
3.0 star property
Swansea
7.4 out of 10, Good, (211 reviews)
"This is a back packers , the room was clean,Not what was expected for a sweet just a bed and shower toilet and a tv ,"
Australia
Nigel
The price is AU$83
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Swansea Hotel
A stone planter in a landscaped area with a paved path and a gazebo in the background.

3. Lake Macquarie Motor Inn

Lake Macquarie Motor Inn
4.0 star property
Marks Point
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (271 reviews)
"Very quite even though next to the main road, nice separate drive in off the main road, easy to find and well signaged , great shower."
Australia
Phillip
The price is AU$194
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Lake Macquarie Motor Inn
A hotel room with a round dining table, two armchairs, a bed with white bedding, a TV mounted on the wall, and a floral arrangement on the table.

4. Lakeview Motor Inn

Lakeview Motor Inn
2.5 star property
Belmont South
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (337 reviews)
"Room was perfect, staff are great, location is central to where ever you want to head to on the coast. "
Australia
Mark
The price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Lakeview Motor Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a window with curtains, a bathroom, and an air conditioning unit.

5. Belmont Hotel Lake Macquarie

Belmont Hotel Lake Macquarie
2.5 star property
Belmont
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (199 reviews)
"Great"
Australia
Yavuz
The price is AU$120
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Belmont Hotel Lake Macquarie
A bedroom with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the ocean. There is a bed, a chair, and a table with a lamp.

6. Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows

Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows
4.5 star property
Caves Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (516 reviews)
"Loved our 1 night getaway at Caves. Great views, enjoyed sitting on the front deck. Definitely worth staying more than 1 night."
Australia
Emma
The price is AU$319
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a road with a boat marina and greenery.

7. The Brighton Apartments

The Brighton Apartments
3.0 star property
Toronto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (459 reviews)
"Clean and tidy great location"
Australia
Frederick
The price is AU$194
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
The Brighton Apartments
A mirror with a wooden frame, a decorative wall piece, and a shelf with glassware and potted plants.

8. The Esplanade Motel

The Esplanade Motel
3.0 star property
Warners Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (635 reviews)
"Nice and clean."
Australia
Natalia
The price is AU$206
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
The Esplanade Motel
A hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large screen displaying a sunset scene.

9. Gateshead Tavern Motel

Gateshead Tavern Motel
3.0 star property
Gateshead
7.8 out of 10, Good, (625 reviews)
"Good parking very clean room"
Australia
Deborah
The price is AU$108
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Gateshead Tavern Motel
A hotel lobby with multiple screens displaying motorcycle racing, a bar area, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

10. Warners At The Bay

Warners At The Bay
4.0 star property
Warners Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (999 reviews)
"Comfortable bed and great shower!"
Australia
Carlene
The price is AU$171
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Warners At The Bay
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Top Pelican Hotel Reviews

The Beachcomber Hotel & Resort

The Beachcomber Hotel & Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Big thank you to the receptionist, she accommodated our request to change the room and was very welcoming. The room views were very nice, overlooking the swimming pool and the lake."
Emad 3-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
The Beachcomber Hotel & Resort

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What is there to see and do in Pelican?
You won't have to spend big to take advantage of things to see and do in Pelican. You can budget for the local attractions that interest you most, and then make time for sights and activities that are easy on the wallet. Take in the local culture at Newcastle Civic Theater and Fort Scratchley, or enjoy the area's natural beauty at Lake Macquarie.
How can I get to Pelican and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in Pelican can help keep you on budget. The closest airport is 21.6 mi (34.8 km) from the centre in Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown). Pelican might not have very many public transport choices so a rental car could be a reasonable alternative to explore the area.

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