Lake Macquarie City Art Gallery - 9 min drive - 7.8 km
John Hunter Hospital - 11 min drive - 9.7 km
Merewether Ocean Baths - 17 min drive - 14.0 km
Merewether Beach - 20 min drive - 13.8 km
Getting around
Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 41 min drive
Cockle Creek Station - 8 min drive
Kotara Station - 9 min drive
Cardiff Station - 10 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Dullboy's Social Co - 4 min drive
Lilly Thai Takeaway - 13 min walk
Hippo Espresso - 14 min walk
Domino's Pizza - 3 min drive
About this property
The Esplanade Motel
The Esplanade Motel offers a fantastic location, putting you only steps from Lake Macquarie. Guests can splash around at the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
24 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
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 time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:30 AM - 7:30 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (9:00 AM - 4:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Free on-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Barbecue grills
Room service (limited hours)
What to do
Bike rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Scuba-diving nearby
Skydiving nearby
Zip-lining nearby
Services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Pool loungers
Facilities
Built in 1959
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
An outdoor pool
Accessibility
Transfer shower
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
Smart television
Digital TV channels
Streaming services
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top mattress
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Hairdryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Mini fridge
Microwave
Toaster
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Cots/infant beds are available for AUD 15.0 per night
Rollaway beds are available for AUD 40 per night
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Also known as
Lakeside Motor Inn Warners Bay
Lakeside Motor Warners Bay
Esplanade Motel formerly Eco-Inn Warners Bay
Esplanade Motel formerly Eco-Inn
Esplanade formerly Eco-Inn Warners Bay
Esplanade formerly Eco-Inn
Esplanade Motel Warners Bay
Esplanade Warners Bay
The Esplanade Motel formerly Eco Inn Warners Bay
The Esplanade Motel Motel
The Esplanade Motel Warners Bay
The Esplanade Motel Motel Warners Bay
Frequently asked questions
Does The Esplanade Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Esplanade Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at The Esplanade Motel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at The Esplanade Motel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Esplanade Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free motorhome/bus/lorry parking and electric car charging are available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Esplanade Motel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Esplanade Motel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling, boat tours and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes cave exploring. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the motel's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Esplanade Motel?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around The Esplanade Motel like?
The Esplanade Motel is located on the boardwalk in Warners Bay, a short 2-minute walk from Lake Macquarie.
The Esplanade Motel Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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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 Exceptional
5 Dec 2024
Graham
Graham, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 Dec 2024
Little gem
Rooms have been upgraded with new bathrooms and furnishings making them feel modern and fresh. When visiting family we stay in the balcony rooms which have a nice view of the lake. Quiet location yet walking distance to shops and restaurants. Staff have always been friendly and helpful
Anthony
Anthony, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
20 Nov 2024
Daniel
Daniel, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 Nov 2024
Newcastle
Very comfortable bed . Was a few bull ants at night
Brent
Brent, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
18 Sept 2024
NA
Will
Will, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
16 Sept 2024
Lovely stay but check out wasn’t the most pleasant due to us getting a knock before 10am to say we needed to check out and when checking out there was no “thanks for staying” or “hope you had a nice stay” she just took the key
Bethany
Bethany, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
2 Sept 2024
Relatively quiet location with a view of the bay. Nice ocean breezes. Easy to drive up to and park. I enjoyed all the amenities in the room such as a toaster, microwave, fridge and coffee maker.
However, the carpet was not very clean and one of the pillow cases and duvet had stains on them. There was also not enough hanging hooks in the bathroom. The bathroom would also benefit from a little more counter space. The restaraunt next door was a little noisy at night.
Peck Suan
Peck Suan, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 Sept 2024
Friendly staff good location, the rooms have recently been renovated and were very clean.
Vicki
Vicki, 2-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 Aug 2024
Excellent space in the room (9). Easy to use tv, lots in the kitchen. Shower great pressure
Erin
Erin, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
8 Aug 2024
Kerri-Anne
Kerri-Anne, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 July 2024
The property was clean and very nicely renovated. It's close to everything Warner's Bay has to offer. The staff were friendly and efficient and the check-in / check-out process was very easy.
Nyree
Nyree, 2-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
12 July 2024
Comfy beds great size for a family easy parking
Alex
Alex, 1-night trip
Verified Lastminute guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 July 2024
Nicely renovated and very comfortable and clean
Kate
Kate, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 June 2024
Kylie
Kylie, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 June 2024
Great place to stay. Very clean and modern. Great location with a very short distance to shops and eating options. Will definitely stay again!
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
26 May 2024
Room was clean but ceiling was mouldy and made the room smell mouldy. Everything else was great.
Anastasia
Anastasia, 2-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review
4/10 Fair
22 May 2024
No compendium and renovations arnt professional. Only milk in the fridge and no information on where to purchase any food. Showeredhead too big for the size of the shower
Maureen
Maureen, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 May 2024
Great place
Great stay thanks
Megan
Megan, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
4 May 2024
First visit to Motel. Very comfortable, room service was friendly and requests were attended to quickly. Would recommend to others.
Amit
Amit, 2-night family trip
Verified Lastminute guest review
8/10 Very good
30 Apr 2024
Louise
Louise, 4-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 Apr 2024
Looks old style from the outside but very clean, modern and and comfortable units with all conveniences. Handy to lake walks and coffee van. Thought that The Esplanade traffic might be a problem but not so - slept like logs. Stayed two nights but could have happily stayed longer.
Jim
Jim, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 Apr 2024
Lilian
Lilian, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 Apr 2024
Jaimon
Jaimon, 2-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
14 Apr 2024
Great assistance with late checkin. Staff very obliging and helpful. Rooms were lovely, well appointed and comfortable.