Panorama Motor Inn

3.5 star property
3.5-star motel near John Hunter Hospital

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Courtyard
Front of property
Lobby
Property grounds

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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256 Pacific Hwy, Charlestown, NSW, 2290
  • Place, Charlestown Square
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Glenrock State Conervation
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Westfield Kotara
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Room options

Family Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free WiFi

Standard Queen (Queen & Single)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Room (Queen & 2 Singles)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, Balcony (Queen Room Special)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Queen and Single Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Larger Room with Balcony

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Newcastle

Charlestown stay.With a stay at this Charlestown motel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Charlestown Square and 2 miles (3 km) of Twin Creeks Reserve. Westfield Kotara and Banksia Reserve are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Charlestown Square - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Carbeen Street Reserve - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Glenrock State Conervation - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Westfield Kotara - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Twin Creeks Reserve - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Kotara Station - 4 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Guzman Y Gomez - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Dumpling Story - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Lee's Yum Cha - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Vistana Malaysia Restaurant - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Panorama Motor Inn

3.5-star motel near John Hunter Hospital
As a guest of Panorama Motor Inn, you'll find an outdoor pool, laundry facilities, and a television in a common area. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Newcastle motel is smoke free.

  • 33 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Panorama Motor Inn offers 33 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. This Newcastle motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Property is also known as

Panorama Motor Inn Charlestown
Panorama Motor Inn
Panorama Motor Charlestown
Panorama Motor Inn Greater Newcastle/Charlestown, Australia
Panorama Motor Inn Motel
Panorama Motor Inn Charlestown
Panorama Motor Inn Motel Charlestown

Frequently asked questions

How close is Panorama Motor Inn to the airport?

Panorama Motor Inn is 20.2 mi (34-min drive) away from the Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Panorama Motor Inn?

As of May 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Panorama Motor Inn on May 23, 2026 start from $85, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Panorama Motor Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Panorama Motor Inn.

How close is Panorama Motor Inn to the beach?

This motel is 6.2 mi (14-min drive) from Newcastle Beach and 3.1 mi (8-min drive) from Burwood Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Panorama Motor Inn offer free breakfast?

Panorama Motor Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Panorama Motor Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Panorama Motor Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Panorama Motor Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Panorama Motor Inn have a pool?

Panorama Motor Inn features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Does Panorama Motor Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Panorama Motor Inn to downtown Newcastle?

Panorama Motor Inn is 5.2 mi away from Newcastle.

Panorama Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 139 out of 524 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 217 out of 524 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 99 out of 524 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 524 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 524 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Paul Matthew

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Floor drain was clogged in the showers. Water stays for a very long time before draining.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Nathan

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is disgusting, the manager is rude the rooms smell. Very disappointing. Consider staying somewhere else.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Riccardo

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Not clean. Staff not there wehen I had to check out at 8am
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Andrea

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room was very old and dirty. We had to kill a giant wasp.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Cristy

Traveled with family and small children
Shower pressure terrible Reception locked at checkin
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Good location,clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kristie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
No common area to have meals like a bbq area outdoor picnic area etc. Good location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Sheri

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Rachel

No security as was evident when the pokice atrived before I checjed in. Didnt stay there as it eas dishevelled and delapidayed and on a tertible srretsyretch of highway.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Central square nearby
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maree

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly greeting, clean room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Ross, Scone

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Handy. Spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very low amenity but its a clean shower and comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Thiru

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Blake

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was in town for a funeral and my flight was delayed and missed the check in time. Tried to call but went straight to message bank. After multiple call they just rejected to call.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abbie

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always clean and tidy quiet and peaceful friendly staff. Great price. We travel with the children a few times a year and always stay here AAAA++++
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ajay

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice clean and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ross, Scone

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed there because it was almost next door to Charlestoen Private Hospital
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Motel was clean, comfortable and had everything we needed and more
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Billie, Runaway Bay

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Brian

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025