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

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a window with curtains, a bathroom, and an air conditioning unit.

1. Belmont Hotel Lake Macquarie

Belmont Hotel Lake Macquarie
2.5 star property
Belmont, 3 mi from Pelican
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (206 reviews)
"Clean new room great location"
Australia
Michael
$73 nightly
The price is $81
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
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.

2. Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows

Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows
4.5 star property
Caves Beach, 2.3 mi from Pelican
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (523 reviews)
"The property was amazing! Great views and a great layout! Highly recommended!"
Australia
Ben
$172 nightly
The price is $190
Dec 9 - Dec 10
Total with taxes and fees
Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows
A view of a calm lake with a wooden dock extending into the water, surrounded by greenery and a clear sky.

3. Squid Ink Motel

Squid Ink Motel
2.5 star property
Belmont, 1.9 mi from Pelican
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (506 reviews)
"Next to the lake Room spacious and clean Staff friendly Next to amenities"
Australia
Nozibele
$80 nightly
The price is $88
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Total with taxes and fees
Squid Ink Motel
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
1.8 mi from Pelican
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (338 reviews)
"Room was perfect, staff are great, location is central to where ever you want to head to on the coast. "
Australia
Mark
$89 nightly
The price is $98
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Total with taxes and fees
Lakeview Motor Inn
A stone planter in a landscaped area with a paved path and a gazebo in the background.

5. Lake Macquarie Motor Inn

Lake Macquarie Motor Inn
4.0 star property
1 mi from Pelican
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
$101 nightly
The price is $111
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Total with taxes and fees
Lake Macquarie Motor Inn
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a road with a boat marina and greenery.

6. The Brighton Apartments

The Brighton Apartments
3.0 star property
Toronto, 4.8 mi from Pelican
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (466 reviews)
"Just a great place to stay close to the lake and close to the shops and restaurants"
Australia
Christopher Austin
$114 nightly
The price is $125
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
The Brighton Apartments
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a large potted plant, and woven ceiling lamps.

7. Swansea Hotel

Swansea Hotel
3.0 star property
Swansea, 1.4 mi from Pelican
7.4 out of 10, Good, (213 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
$51 nightly
The price is $57
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Swansea Hotel
Room

8. Gunyah Hotel

Gunyah Hotel
3.0 star property
Belmont, 2.3 mi from Pelican
7.6 out of 10, Good, (73 reviews)
"Room could do with a fridge"
Australia
Leonhard
$73 nightly
The price is $80
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Gunyah Hotel
A mirror with a wooden frame, a decorative wall piece, and a shelf with glassware and potted plants.

9. The Esplanade Motel

The Esplanade Motel
3.0 star property
Warners Bay, 6.1 mi from Pelican
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (644 reviews)
"Good location. Room was small, it was very clean, bathroom modernised, and everything we needed. An enjoyable stay."
Australia
Alison
$111 nightly
The price is $122
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
The Esplanade Motel
A nighttime pool area with a statue, potted plants, and a covered seating area.

10. Tantarra Guest House

Tantarra Guest House
3.0 star property
Warners Bay, 6.6 mi from Pelican
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (107 reviews)
"Highly recommend, very comfortable stay. Will definitely stay again. "
Australia
Natalie
$82 nightly
The price is $91
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Tantarra Guest House
An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by greenery and trees.

11. Pippi's At The Point

Pippi's At The Point
3.5 star property
7.5 mi from Pelican
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (613 reviews)
"Great property. A gem of a property."
Australia
Nithin
$81 nightly
The price is $89
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Pippi's At The Point
A hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large screen displaying a sunset scene.

12. Gateshead Tavern Motel

Gateshead Tavern Motel
3.0 star property
6.4 mi from Pelican
7.8 out of 10, Good, (635 reviews)
"It was okay for a night but i will not go back"
Australia
Marlene
$69 nightly
The price is $76
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Total with taxes and fees
Gateshead Tavern Motel
A hotel lobby with multiple screens displaying motorcycle racing, a bar area, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

13. Warners At The Bay

Warners At The Bay
4.0 star property
Warners Bay, 7.3 mi from Pelican
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Love staying here, always lovely - great sized rooms"
Australia
Sara
$100 nightly
The price is $110
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Total with taxes and fees
Warners At The Bay
A door with a sign reading "When staying with us, why not see Newcastle?" and the Surf Beach Motel logo.

14. Surf Beach Motel Newcastle

Surf Beach Motel Newcastle
2.0 star property
Charlestown, 8.5 mi from Pelican
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (146 reviews)
"Clean motel, close to everything, friendly staff."
Australia
Amber
$71 nightly
The price is $78
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Surf Beach Motel Newcastle
A buffet with various fruits and beverages.

15. Best Western Plus Apollo Hotel Newcastle

Best Western Plus Apollo Hotel Newcastle
4.5 star property
Charlestown, 8.6 mi from Pelican
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean rooms, spacious and quiet. Convenient restaurant with great staff."
Australia
Richard
$102 nightly
The price is $113
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Plus Apollo Hotel Newcastle
A covered outdoor area with a table and chairs, a barbecue station, and a view of the water.

16. Ingenia Holidays Lake Macquarie

Ingenia Holidays Lake Macquarie
2.5 star property
8.2 mi from Pelican
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (248 reviews)
"Great family holiday location."
Australia
Matthew
$59 nightly
The price is $59
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Ingenia Holidays Lake Macquarie
A modern room with a balcony, a round table with a bottle of champagne, glasses, and a plate of grapes.

17. Macquarie 4 Star

Macquarie 4 Star
4.0 star property
9.1 mi from Pelican
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
$119 nightly
The price is $130
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Total with taxes and fees
Macquarie 4 Star
A hotel room with three beds, each with white bedding and red accents. There is a wooden nightstand with a phone and a lamp between the beds.

18. Lake Munmorah Motel

Lake Munmorah Motel
3.0 star property
9.4 mi from Pelican
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (152 reviews)
"The room was nice and clean the bed was comfortable had a good night sleep"
Australia
douglas
$87 nightly
The price is $95
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Lake Munmorah Motel
A breakfast table with croissants, a glass of orange juice, and a cup, set against a scenic view.

19. Mercure Charlestown

Mercure Charlestown
4.0 star property
8.8 mi from Pelican
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 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
$92 nightly
The price is $102
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Total with taxes and fees
Mercure Charlestown
A breakfast tray with eggs, ham, toast, and a cup of coffee on a table in a hotel room.

20. Cardiff Motor Inn

Cardiff Motor Inn
3.5 star property
9 mi from Pelican
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
$118 nightly
The price is $130
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Cardiff Motor Inn
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Compare top hotels in Pelican

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
Belmont, 3 mi from Pelican
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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.

Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows

4.5 star property
Caves Beach, 2.3 mi from Pelican
View
A view of a calm lake with a wooden dock extending into the water, surrounded by greenery and a clear sky.

Squid Ink Motel

2.5 star property
Belmont, 1.9 mi from Pelican
View
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.

Lakeview Motor Inn

2.5 star property
1.8 mi from Pelican
View
A stone planter in a landscaped area with a paved path and a gazebo in the background.

Lake Macquarie Motor Inn

4.0 star property
1 mi from Pelican
View
8.8
Excellent
206 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
523 reviews
8.4
Very good
506 reviews
8.2
Very good
338 reviews
8.6
Excellent
271 reviews
$73 nightly
The price is $81
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
$172 nightly
The price is $190
Dec 9 - Dec 10
Total with taxes and fees
$80 nightly
The price is $88
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Total with taxes and fees
$89 nightly
The price is $98
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Total with taxes and fees
$101 nightly
The price is $111
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Total with taxes and fees
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking

Where to stay in Pelican

Find the best Pelican 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

Historic attractions and trendy café culture blend with surf that attracts international professionals from around the world in this iconic beachside neighborhood.

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 Pelican Hotel Reviews

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QT Newcastle

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Frequently asked questions

What is Pelican like?
Travelers to Newcastle's Pelican neighborhood will be sure to enjoy a stay in this neighborhood. Consider a visit to Lake Macquarie as part of your Pelican travel plans.
How many hotels will I find in Pelican?
Expedia has 5 Pelican hotels and other accommodations, and one might make a good home base for venturing out into the greater Newcastle area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Pelican, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer in Pelican.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Pelican?
For more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Pelican, head over to our customer service page.
What is there to do in this Newcastle neighborhood?
Lake Macquarie is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Pelican. Byrnes Reserve and Belmont Golf Course are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Newcastle.