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The Waterloo Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star beachfront motel with restaurant

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Family Room, Balcony (Spa Room - Family 4) | Free WiFi, bed sheets
On the beach
Family Room, Balcony (Water View - Family 3) | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Family Room, Balcony (Standard Room - Family 4) | Terrace/patio
On the beach

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Explore the area

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1A Franklin Street, Swansea, TAS, 7190
  • Place, Jubilee Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, East Coast Heritage Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Waterloo Point
    ‪9 min walk‬

Room options

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Executive Room, Balcony (Executive Spa Room) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Room, Balcony (Executive Spa Room)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Water view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, Balcony (Standard Room - Family 3) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Balcony (Standard Room - Family 3)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room, Balcony (Standard Room - Family 4) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Balcony (Standard Room - Family 4)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Family Room, Balcony (Spa Room - Family 4) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Balcony (Spa Room - Family 4)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Balcony (Water View - Family 3)

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Balcony (Water View - Family 3)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(29 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room, Balcony (Water View - Family 4) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Balcony (Water View - Family 4)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Swansea

On the beach.Within a 5-minute walk of the motel, you'll find Nine Mile Beach and Kelvedon Beach. Glamorgan War Memorial and East Coast Heritage Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Jubilee Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • East Coast Heritage Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Heritage Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Waterloo Point - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Bark Mill Museum - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Hobart International Airport (HBA) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Oyster Bay Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Homestead Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bark Mill Tavern and Bakery - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Branch - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Melshell Oysters - ‬23 min drive

About this property

The Waterloo Hotel

3.5-star beachfront motel with restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Waterloo Hotel also features a picnic area, laundry facilities, and room service (during limited hours). Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Swansea motel is smoke free.

  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Waterloo Hotel offers 28 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Laundry detergent

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 6 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
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

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Swansea Waterloo Inn
Swansea Waterloo
Waterloo Point
Swansea Waterloo Inn
The Waterloo Hotel Motel
The Waterloo Hotel Swansea
The Waterloo Hotel Motel Swansea

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Waterloo Hotel to the airport?

The Waterloo Hotel is 74.5 mi (96-min drive) away from the Hobart International Airport (HBA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Waterloo Hotel?

As of Apr 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Waterloo Hotel on May 3, 2026 start from $95, 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 The Waterloo Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Waterloo Hotel.

How close is The Waterloo Hotel to the beach?

This motel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Waterloo Hotel offer free breakfast?

The Waterloo Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Waterloo Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at The Waterloo Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Waterloo Hotel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does The Waterloo Hotel have a pool?

The Waterloo Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Waterloo Hotel have a restaurant?

The Waterloo Hotel is home to The Waterloo Inn, which features a beachfront location.

Does The Waterloo Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is The Waterloo Hotel to downtown Swansea?

The Waterloo Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Swansea.

The Waterloo Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 338 out of 757 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 306 out of 757 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 88 out of 757 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 757 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 757 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Stephen, LONDON

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in. Single bed was much too soft/worn and should be replaced with something firmer. Great soap bars.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Pankaj, Belrose

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unions
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Orit

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff were nice and efficient and the room is cleaned daily but the property is outdated. Old carpets, broken dryer and overall the property is not very invy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Tao

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mischa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is dated, but comfortable. Beds are super comfy and it had all of the basic requirements, including some tea/coffee (pods!). Staff were delightful at both check in and check out. The view is worth alllll of the stars. Spend just a tiny bit more for the ocean view - you won’t regret it. Loved Swansea, and could have stayed at The Waterloo for a week. Also, walk across the road to Alimento cafe. Amazing!!
Actual view from the room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aung

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Indeana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Will return
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael CK

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is very friendly, professional and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Rod

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room roomy and great view. Staff friendly and welcoming. We had everything we needed
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay with clean, comfortable room with a view. Check-in was easy and reception were extremely helpful in suggesting things to do and dining options, Would stay again next time
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Christie

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff amazing beds need updating extremely old and uncomfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were friendly & room was great. Comfortable bed & lovely view.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzie

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room with a wonderful view. Felt very looked after during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Ronish

Room was good and we do have free laundry.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fantastic room on a corner with a wraparound balcony. Overlooked the beach. Big room and even a spa bath. Microwave which was helpful. Really nice place. Was perfect stop in our road trip around the island.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Gary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good sized room and staff were Great !
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Spectacular view of East Coast Tasmania. Very clean, comfortable room with excellent staff service and support after I left an item behind. Kind, helpful and caring. Found item for me. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Communication was great. Naomi at the front desk was very friendly and helpful. A few quirks like some difficulty opening the door, and limited front desk hours, but I would definitely recommend it and would be comfortable staying there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great beach and water view Nice walk around point & golf course
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025