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Our top choices for Dora Creek hotels

A marina with boats, palm trees, and a gazebo.

1. The Brighton Apartments

The Brighton Apartments
3.0 star property
11.7 km from Dora Creek
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (467 reviews)
"Just a great place to stay close to the lake and close to the shops and restaurants"
Australia
Christopher Austin
The price is CA $150
CA $165 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
The Brighton Apartments
A modern house with a covered porch, a carport, and a well-maintained garden.

2. Ingenia Holidays Lake Macquarie

Ingenia Holidays Lake Macquarie
2.5 star property
8.5 km from Dora Creek
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (249 reviews)
"Great family holiday location."
Australia
Matthew
The price is CA $92
CA $92 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Ingenia Holidays 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.

3. Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows

Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows
4.5 star property
13.9 km from Dora Creek
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (524 reviews)
"The property was amazing! Great views and a great layout! Highly recommended!"
Australia
Ben
The price is CA $252
CA $277 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalows
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a large potted plant, and woven ceiling lamps.

4. Swansea Hotel

Swansea Hotel
3.0 star property
12.8 km from Dora Creek
7.4 out of 10, Good, (214 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
The price is CA $77
CA $85 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Swansea Hotel
A covered outdoor seating area with wooden benches and tables, a brick wall on one side, and a view of trees and open land.

5. Paxton Hotel

Paxton Hotel
2.0 star property
28.3 km from Dora Creek
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (42 reviews)
"Great country pub! The staff were friendly and very welcoming. The entire hotel was impeccably clean. The room was well equipped, beds comfy, and good air con. We stayed one night for a flying trip to a family gathering. Geographically, the hotel is positioned well if you'd like to explore the area."
United States
Sharon
The price is CA $95
CA $105 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Paxton Hotel
A restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a view of the water.

6. The Beachcomber Hotel & Resort

The Beachcomber Hotel & Resort
3.0 star property
20.4 km from Dora Creek
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (406 reviews)
"Staff were helpful and the hotel was ok"
Australia
Alexandra Stephanie
The price is CA $236
CA $260 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
The Beachcomber Hotel & Resort
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a window with curtains, a bathroom, and an air conditioning unit.

7. Belmont Hotel Lake Macquarie

Belmont Hotel Lake Macquarie
2.5 star property
15.9 km from Dora Creek
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (208 reviews)
"Clean new room great location"
Australia
Michael
The price is CA $107
CA $117 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Belmont Hotel Lake Macquarie
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a couch. There are two paintings on the wall and a clock.

8. Lakeview Motor Inn

Lakeview Motor Inn
2.5 star property
15 km from Dora Creek
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
The price is CA $116
CA $128 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Lakeview Motor Inn
A hotel room with a bed, a window, and a view of the outside.

9. Lake Munmorah Motel

Lake Munmorah Motel
3.0 star property
13.7 km from Dora Creek
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (153 reviews)
"The room was nice and clean the bed was comfortable had a good night sleep"
Australia
douglas
The price is CA $114
CA $126 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Lake Munmorah Motel
A covered outdoor seating area with white lattice partitions, wicker chairs, and potted plants.

10. The Esplanade Motel

The Esplanade Motel
3.0 star property
17.2 km from Dora Creek
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (645 reviews)
"Good location. Room was small, it was very clean, bathroom modernised, and everything we needed. An enjoyable stay."
Australia
Alison
The price is CA $163
CA $180 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 10 - Dec 11
The Esplanade Motel
A wooden pier extending into calm water with a sunset in the background.

11. Squid Ink Motel

Squid Ink Motel
2.5 star property
15 km from Dora Creek
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (508 reviews)
"Next to the lake Room spacious and clean Staff friendly Next to amenities"
Australia
Nozibele
The price is CA $117
CA $128 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Squid Ink Motel
Lounge

12. Gunyah Hotel

Gunyah Hotel
3.0 star property
15.4 km from Dora Creek
7.6 out of 10, Good, (73 reviews)
"Room could do with a fridge"
Australia
Leonhard
The price is CA $109
CA $120 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Gunyah Hotel
A modern room with a balcony, a round table with a bottle of champagne, glasses, and a plate of grapes.

13. Macquarie 4 Star

Macquarie 4 Star
4.0 star property
19.4 km from Dora Creek
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (371 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
The price is CA $167
CA $184 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Macquarie 4 Star
A road with a row of white flowering trees on the left.

14. Tantarra Guest House

Tantarra Guest House
3.0 star property
18.8 km from Dora Creek
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (107 reviews)
"Highly recommend, very comfortable stay. Will definitely stay again. "
Australia
Natalie
The price is CA $117
CA $128 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Tantarra Guest House
A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a desk, and a view of a body of water through a large window.

15. Pippi's At The Point

Pippi's At The Point
3.5 star property
17.2 km from Dora Creek
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (613 reviews)
"Great property. A gem of a property."
Australia
Nithin
The price is CA $121
CA $133 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Pippi's At The Point
A spacious bar area with multiple screens displaying sports events, comfortable seating, and a wooden ceiling.

16. Warners At The Bay

Warners At The Bay
4.0 star property
19.4 km from Dora Creek
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (999 reviews)
"Love staying here, always lovely - great sized rooms"
Australia
Sara
The price is CA $141
CA $155 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Warners At The Bay
A stone planter in a landscaped area with a paved path and a gazebo in the background.

17. Lake Macquarie Motor Inn

Lake Macquarie Motor Inn
4.0 star property
14.3 km from Dora Creek
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
The price is CA $164
CA $181 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Lake Macquarie Motor Inn
A room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a hot tub and seating area.

18. Ocean Front at The Entrance

Ocean Front at The Entrance
4.0 star property
29.9 km from Dora Creek
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"I liked how close it is to the beach"
Australia
Allison
The price is CA $138
CA $152 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Ocean Front at The Entrance
An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, black umbrellas, and a building in the background.

19. Holmesville Hotel

Holmesville Hotel
2.0 star property
19.9 km from Dora Creek
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Checking in was simple and the bar staff were all lovely. The pub had a great vibe, smiles all round, great food, and a balcony with seating upstairs. Will be back"
Australia
Ella
The price is CA $85
CA $94 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Holmesville Hotel
A building with a brick facade, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

20. Bridge View Motel

Bridge View Motel
3.0 star property
19.8 km from Dora Creek
7.6 out of 10, Good, (303 reviews)
"The room was clean and comfortable, nice pool area, this motel is great value for money and in a great location."
Australia
Mathew
The price is CA $96
CA $105 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Bridge View Motel
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Compare top hotels in Dora Creek

A marina with boats, palm trees, and a gazebo.

The Brighton Apartments

3.0 star property
11.7 km from Dora Creek
View
A modern house with a covered porch, a carport, and a well-maintained garden.

Ingenia Holidays Lake Macquarie

2.5 star property
8.5 km from Dora Creek
View
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
13.9 km from Dora Creek
View
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a large potted plant, and woven ceiling lamps.

Swansea Hotel

3.0 star property
12.8 km from Dora Creek
View
A covered outdoor seating area with wooden benches and tables, a brick wall on one side, and a view of trees and open land.

Paxton Hotel

2.0 star property
28.3 km from Dora Creek
View
9.0
Wonderful
467 reviews
8.6
Excellent
249 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
524 reviews
7.4
Good
214 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
42 reviews
The price is CA $150
CA $165 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
The price is CA $92
CA $92 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
The price is CA $252
CA $277 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
The price is CA $77
CA $85 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
The price is CA $95
CA $105 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
  • 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
  • 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
  • No WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking

Where to stay in Dora Creek

Find the best Dora Creek areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Bonnells Bay

If you're spending some time in Bonnells Bay, Lake Macquarie and Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area are top sights worth seeing.
A wooden pier extending into calm water with a sunset in the background.

Wyee

While visiting Wyee, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Macquarie and Mannering Lake.
A man in a forest with a kangaroo.

Morisset Park

If you're spending some time in Morisset Park, Lake Macquarie and Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area are top sights worth seeing.
A wooden pier extending into calm water with a sunset in the background.

Brightwaters

While Brightwaters might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lake Macquarie and Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area.
A wooden pier extending into calm water with a sunset in the background.

Sunshine

When in Sunshine, you can plan a visit to Lake Macquarie and Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Top Dora Creek Hotel Reviews

Best Western Plus Apollo Hotel Newcastle

Best Western Plus Apollo Hotel Newcastle

10/10 Excellent
"Our 3rd stay and still very impressed with the hotel. Well price with good sized room, bathroom & ample parking. The restaurant has an excellent range of dishes and we have not been disappointed with our choice. Staff were always helpful and cheerful about it."
William 1-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Best Western Plus Apollo Hotel Newcastle

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to go to Dora Creek?
The best time to go to Dora Creek is during the shoulder seasons, specifically from March to May (autumn) and September to November (spring), for comfortable weather and fewer crowds.

During these periods, the weather is pleasantly mild, with average temperatures ranging from 18°C to 25°C. This makes it ideal for outdoor activities such as exploring the Dora Creek itself, enjoying the nearby Lake Macquarie, or visiting the Watagans National Park. You'll find it's a great time for couples looking for a relaxing escape without the peak season rush.

For families, the shoulder seasons offer a good balance. The weather is warm enough for children to enjoy swimming or playing by the lake without the intense heat of summer, and attractions are less crowded, making for a more relaxed experience.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
Many Expedia hotel reservations are refundable, provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline – this is often within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable booking, it might still be possible to receive a refund if you cancel it within 24 hours of booking. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. For maximum flexibility, use our "Fully refundable property" filter during your search to find the right Dora Creek hotel for you.
How much is the nightly rate at a Dora Creek hotel?
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