Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows

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Luxury
4.5 star property
9.0

Wonderful

Luxury hotel near Lake Macquarie

You can look forward to a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden at Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows. The on-site restaurant, Caves Bistro, offers lunch, dinner and ocean views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a playground and a bar.

The current price is €179
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services

Room options

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden bench, a small table, and a view of the outdoors.

Ocean Bungalow - Adults Only

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and TV. There is a dining area with chairs and a table. The room has wooden flooring and built-in shelves.

Townhouse Ocean

  • Ocean view
  • 120 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A single-story wooden house with a front porch, a small staircase, and a fenced yard.

Garden Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 170 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a window with blinds, and a ceiling fan.

3 Bedroom Townhouse

  • Ocean view
  • 120 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the area

Located on the beach, Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows is in Caves Beach, a neighbourhood in Newcastle. Lake Macquarie and Wallarah National Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Hunter Ice Skating Stadium and The Lake Macquarie Variety Playground. Kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cave exploring and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Newcastle travel guide
Map
27 Mawson Close, Caves Beach, NSW, 2281

What's nearby

  • A coastal landscape with a large body of water, a small island, and a densely forested area with houses.
    Lake Macquarie
    4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • A beach with clear turquoise waters and a sandy shore.
    Blacksmiths Beach
    7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Wallarah National Park
    3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Byrnes Reserve
    5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area
    7 min drive - 8.1 km

Getting around

  • Kotara Station
    23 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    54 min drive

Restaurants

  • Market St Cafe
    40 min drive
  • Nords Wharf Trading Post
    9 min drive
  • Gunyah Hotel
    10 min drive
  • Caves Beachside Hotel
    1 min walk
  • The Yoga Place Cafe
    5 min drive

About this property

Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows

  • Luxury hotel near Lake Macquarie
  • You can look forward to a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden at Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows. The on-site restaurant, Caves Bistro, offers lunch, dinner and ocean views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a playground and a bar.
  • Other perks include:
    • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
    • Free self-parking
    • A vending machine, wedding services and a lift
    • A billiards/pool table, meeting rooms and smoke-free property
    • Guest reviews say great things about the beach locale and helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows boast perks, such as furnished balconies and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi.
  • More amenities include:
    • Designer toiletries and hairdryers
    • 37-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels and DVD players
    • Fridges and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Caves Bistro

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference centre (2,928 square foot of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 6 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 200 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property class

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian star ratings agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Frequently asked questions

Does Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows?

As of 10 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows on 25 Oct 2026 start from €179, 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.

Is Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows located?

Nestled on the beach, this Caves Beach hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Wallarah National Park, Lake Macquarie and Pinney Beach. Byrnes Reserve is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 333 out of 519 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 122 out of 519 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 519 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 519 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 519 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was amazing! Great views and a great layout! Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our 1 night getaway at Caves. Great views, enjoyed sitting on the front deck. Definitely worth staying more than 1 night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and a very relaxing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes, excellent service, clean rooms,staff are very friendly and polite, will definitely be back again
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bungalows are beautiful and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The check in was very good. The bungalow was clean and spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The restaurant and the bar were great. Food was tasty. The bungalow I stayed in was very comfortable and very clean. The complex is very close to the beach, just a short walk .
View from the bungalow
Dinner! Steak sandwich was very tasty
The beach just a short walk away.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and very nice view
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views, beautiful beach, great food, lovely room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff in the hotel and restaurant are outstanding
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We like the location near the beach and the property is nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and lovely staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were very happy with our stay. Great food and great vibes
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The adults only bungalows were lovely, great view, spacious and well appointed, with a generous sized bath tub. Easy in site dining, and bar and lovely within walking distance cafe.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bungalow had a nice view out to the beach & a small wetlands pond. Very quiet & modern. Very happy with our stay there.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay. Walking distance to beach, cafe, and IGA, family fun
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was absolutely spotless, comfortable, and well-equipped — everything we needed for a relaxing stay. The staff were friendly, professional, and went out of their way to make us feel welcome. We couldn’t fault a thing — clean, quiet, and excellent value. Highly recommend this motel to anyone looking for a perfect stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place thats close to beach , restaurants and bars .
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved the quiet peaceful environment of the bungalows. The location near the ocean was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is a perfect oasis to get away and relax with the beautiful beach right in front of you
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view is amazing and rooms are clean and tiday
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very pleasant location close to our needs. The staff were very helpful & we enjoyed our stay immensely.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
will be coming back again. A little piece of heaven this place. clean , tidy with all amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent and family friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024