This is an old-fashioned pub but the rooms were very nice and clean. Albeit somewhat small. There is some noise from the pub downstairs, but it's not too bad and it finished long before I went to bed.
Although there's no reception, you can just check in from the bottle shop.
The hotel is in a great location for shops, restaurants and cafes. It is a bit of distance from the centre of Newcastle but it's probably a busier area than the centre.
Great location next to the M1 Highway in Newcastle.Plenty of take away food outlets and petrol station nearby.Very large block for the motel so there is no problem parking.Clean spacious rooms which have been properly maintained.Finally a good quality dining area which stays open till 8.40pm.Great pricing at $137 per night for the room.
Given the previous reviews I wouldn't have booked had I taken the time to read them. Previous guests have mentioned the appalling attitude of the male receptionist. Rude, arrogant followed by demands the guest leave. We had precisely the same experience. Turned up early, not expecting to have the room ready but certainly not expecting to be spoken to so offensively. Threats of camera footage followed by accusations of rudeness and arrogance. Does this apology of a receptionist have such a limited vocabulary? Yes we have two motels, one being number one in the town, with excellent reviews. People, do not book. Do not stay. There are endless wonderful other places, as we found to our delight, with wonderful staff, facilities and services. The sign in Reception that tells you the motel is not pet friendly, be warned. They are not friendly. Sorry, he is not friendly. The lady who answers the phone is delightful. I can't wait to see the response that TripAdvisor should not publish.