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Our top choices for Carey Bay hotels

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a road with a boat marina and greenery.

1. The Brighton Apartments

The Brighton Apartments
3.0 star property
Toronto, 1.4 km from Carey Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (463 reviews)
"Just a great place to stay close to the lake and close to the shops and restaurants"
Australia
Christopher Austin
The price is NT$3,826
NT$4,208 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
The Brighton Apartments
An outdoor patio with a view of a body of water, surrounded by palm trees and a pergola.

2. Squid Ink Motel

Squid Ink Motel
2.5 star property
Belmont, 5.1 km from Carey Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (506 reviews)
"Next to the lake Room spacious and clean Staff friendly Next to amenities"
Australia
Nozibele
The price is NT$2,757
NT$3,033 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Squid Ink Motel
A mirror with a wooden frame, a decorative wall piece, and a shelf with glassware and potted plants.

3. The Esplanade Motel

The Esplanade Motel
3.0 star property
Warners Bay, 5.9 km from Carey Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (643 reviews)
"Good location. Room was small, it was very clean, bathroom modernised, and everything we needed. An enjoyable stay."
Australia
Alison
The price is NT$3,713
NT$4,085 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
The Esplanade Motel
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a window with curtains, a bathroom, and an air conditioning unit.

4. Belmont Hotel Lake Macquarie

Belmont Hotel Lake Macquarie
2.5 star property
Belmont, 5.2 km from Carey Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (203 reviews)
"Clean new room great location"
Australia
Michael
The price is NT$2,579
NT$2,837 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Belmont Hotel Lake Macquarie
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.

5. Lakeview Motor Inn

Lakeview Motor Inn
2.5 star property
5.3 km from Carey Bay
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 NT$2,980
NT$3,278 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Lakeview Motor Inn
Bar (on property)

6. Gunyah Hotel

Gunyah Hotel
3.0 star property
Belmont, 5.1 km from Carey Bay
7.6 out of 10, Good, (73 reviews)
"Room could do with a fridge"
Australia
Leonhard
The price is NT$2,605
NT$2,865 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Gunyah Hotel
A stone planter in a landscaped area with a paved path and a gazebo in the background.

7. Lake Macquarie Motor Inn

Lake Macquarie Motor Inn
4.0 star property
5.6 km from Carey Bay
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 NT$3,376
NT$3,713 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Lake Macquarie Motor Inn
A modern room with a balcony, a round table with a bottle of champagne, glasses, and a plate of grapes.

8. Macquarie 4 Star

Macquarie 4 Star
4.0 star property
9.6 km from Carey Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (370 reviews)
"Convenient location with walking distance to train station and Club Macquarie just next door. Spacious rooms and king size beds suit family bookings."
Australia
Shu
The price is NT$3,959
NT$4,355 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Macquarie 4 Star
A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a desk, and a view of a body of water through a large window.

9. Pippi's At The Point

Pippi's At The Point
3.5 star property
7 km from Carey Bay
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (613 reviews)
"Great property. A gem of a property."
Australia
Nithin
The price is NT$2,897
NT$3,186 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Pippi's At The Point
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a glass table, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding glass door.

10. Warners At The Bay

Warners At The Bay
4.0 star property
Warners Bay, 8.2 km from Carey Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (999 reviews)
"Love staying here, always lovely - great sized rooms"
Australia
Sara
The price is NT$3,445
NT$3,790 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Warners At The Bay
A breakfast tray with eggs, ham, toast, and a cup of coffee on a table in a hotel room.

11. Cardiff Motor Inn

Cardiff Motor Inn
3.5 star property
10.4 km from Carey Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (307 reviews)
"This motel is top notch. Loved everything about it. Bed was comfy, bathroom was clean and modern, towels were soft, body wash and shampoo were Devine. The location was fantastic. Definitely stay here again. The owners were lovely people as well."
Australia
john
The price is NT$3,939
NT$4,332 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Cardiff Motor Inn
A reception area with a tiled counter, a small table, and framed artwork on the walls.

12. Gateshead Tavern Motel

Gateshead Tavern Motel
3.0 star property
9.2 km from Carey Bay
7.8 out of 10, Good, (633 reviews)
"Was a great week for what was needed."
Australia
Rob
The price is NT$2,396
NT$2,636 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Gateshead Tavern Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a painting of a beach, a bathroom with blue tiles, and a patterned floor.

13. Swansea Hotel

Swansea Hotel
3.0 star property
Swansea, 7.7 km from Carey Bay
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 NT$1,855
NT$2,040 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Swansea Hotel
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.

14. Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows

Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows
4.5 star property
Caves Beach, 9.6 km from Carey Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (523 reviews)
"The property was amazing! Great views and a great layout! Highly recommended!"
Australia
Ben
The price is NT$5,983
NT$6,581 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows
A door with a sign reading "When staying with us, why not see Newcastle?" and the Surf Beach Motel logo.

15. Surf Beach Motel Newcastle

Surf Beach Motel Newcastle
2.0 star property
Charlestown, 11.6 km from Carey Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (145 reviews)
"Clean motel, close to everything, friendly staff."
Australia
Amber
The price is NT$2,354
NT$2,589 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Surf Beach Motel Newcastle
A modern lobby with a leather sofa, round tables, and potted plants.

16. Best Western Plus Apollo Hotel Newcastle

Best Western Plus Apollo Hotel Newcastle
4.5 star property
Charlestown, 11.8 km from Carey Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean rooms, spacious and quiet. Convenient restaurant with great staff."
Australia
Richard
The price is NT$3,105
NT$3,415 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Best Western Plus Apollo Hotel Newcastle
A nighttime pool area with a statue, potted plants, and a covered seating area.

17. Tantarra Guest House

Tantarra Guest House
3.0 star property
Warners Bay, 7.5 km from Carey Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (107 reviews)
"Highly recommend, very comfortable stay. Will definitely stay again. "
Australia
Natalie
The price is NT$2,751
NT$3,026 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Tantarra Guest House
A table set for two with a bottle of champagne, two glasses, and a candle.

18. Mercure Charlestown

Mercure Charlestown
4.0 star property
12.2 km from Carey Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"The property was much older than the photos on the website. Found an used razor in the bathroom when we checked in. Bin liner wasn't changed everyday, Found a dirty used face wash towel left in bathtub on one of the day we came back. Definitely not an Accor hotels standards"
Australia
Vi ping
The price is NT$3,259
NT$3,585 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Mercure Charlestown
An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, black umbrellas, and a building in the background.

19. Holmesville Hotel

Holmesville Hotel
2.0 star property
12.6 km from Carey Bay
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Despite a band playing I was able to get an early night's sleep. The room was a classic old hotel room,high ceilings,excellent space ,only a bed and bedside table. Locks were modern and secure. No lifts but a lovely old lace railed verderah. On-site parking which freed up once attendees at an afternoon function left. Easy to find by GPS and likewise to access off freeway. Bistro prices not cheap but children's werves reasonable and sufficient. Communal bathrooms adequate but require more...
Australia
Christopher
The price is NT$2,044
NT$2,249 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Holmesville Hotel
A modern multi-story building with balconies, a covered walkway, and palm trees.

20. Waters Edge

Waters Edge
3.5 star property
Warners Bay, 6.7 km from Carey Bay
7.6 out of 10, Good, (8 reviews)
"Great Location, fantastic view, huge tv in loungeroom. Quiet even though its on my main road. Surrounded by fabulous places to eat"
Australia
Kellie
The price is NT$6,560
NT$6,560 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Waters Edge
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Compare popular hotels in Carey Bay

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a road with a boat marina and greenery.
The Brighton Apartments
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
463 reviews
View
A modern room with a balcony, a round table with a bottle of champagne, glasses, and a plate of grapes.
Macquarie 4 Star
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
370 reviews
View
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a glass table, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding glass door.
Warners At The Bay
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
999 reviews
View
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a window with curtains, a bathroom, and an air conditioning unit.
Belmont Hotel Lake Macquarie
2.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
203 reviews
View
A mirror with a wooden frame, a decorative wall piece, and a shelf with glassware and potted plants.
The Esplanade Motel
3.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
643 reviews
View

Where to stay in Carey Bay

Find the best Carey Bay areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A beach with a large rock arch, a sunset, and scattered rocks.
Photo by Glenn Rowley
Open Photo by Glenn Rowley

Caves Beach

You might appreciate the beaches and restaurants in Caves Beach, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Wallarah National Park and Lake Macquarie are just a few notable stops.

An aerial view of a coastal area with a clear blue lagoon, a sandy beach, and a bridge connecting two land masses.

Swansea

Though Swansea might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Lake Macquarie and Belmont Golf Course.

A beach with clear water, a lifeguard tower, and a building labeled 'Merewether Ocean Baths'.

Merewether

Unique features of Merewether include the beaches and bars. Make a stop by Merewether Beach or Merewether Ocean Baths while you're exploring the area.

A vineyard with grapevines in front of a historic building with arched windows and a brick facade.

Newcastle City Centre

While visiting Newcastle City Centre, you might make a stop by sights like Newcastle Civic Theater and Newcastle City Hall.

Charlestown

Shopping, restaurants, and spas are some highlights of Charlestown. Make a stop by Charlestown Square or Twin Creeks Reserve while you're exploring.

Top Carey Bay Hotel Reviews

Crystalbrook Kingsley

Crystalbrook Kingsley

8/10 Good
"Had a good stay but room was not ready. Check in was from 3pm. We got in at 3.45pm. Breakfast excellent."
Jason 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Crystalbrook Kingsley

Frequently asked questions

What is Carey Bay like?
Travelers to the Carey Bay neighborhood in Newcastle will be sure to enjoy their stay. Consider a visit to Lake Macquarie as part of your Carey Bay travel plans.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Carey Bay, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals in Carey Bay.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Carey Bay?
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What are the top things to see and do in Carey Bay?
Lake Macquarie is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Carey Bay. You might also plan a visit to Allambee Gardens when you're sightseeing in Newcastle.

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