The Lakes Hotel, Entrance
About the Hotel
The Lakes Hotel - A heritage-listed coastal pub with contemporary rooms, award-winning bistro, and live entertainment
The Lakes Hotel, a heritage-listed 3-star hotel with a 7.7/10 Booking.com rating, occupies a central position in The Entrance, where Tuggerah Lake meets the sea. The recently refurbished property features 21 air-conditioned rooms, including deluxe options with private balconies and standard rooms with rooftop terrace access. All accommodations include flat-screen TVs, tea/coffee facilities, and bar fridges, though bathrooms are shared. The award-winning bistro serves classic pub fare-steaks, seafood, burgers, and schnitzels-alongside daily specials and gluten-free options. Guests can choose from local craft beers, tap selections, and cocktails at the bar, which hosts live music Sundays and karaoke Fridays and Saturdays. Nearby attractions include North Entrance Beach (500m), The Entrance Ocean Baths (500m), and The Glasshouse Function Centre (500m). The sports bar features a 6m-wide HD screen for live games.
Pros
Heritage-listed building with modern renovations by Bergstrom Architects
Central location steps from beaches, shops, and restaurants
Award-winning bistro with daily specials and gluten-free options
Live entertainment including Sunday music and weekend karaoke
Sports bar with large HD screen for live broadcasts
Cons
Shared bathrooms in all room types
Weekend entertainment noise may be audible in rooms
Select your room type
Room Rates & Availability Calendar
Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
- ATM/Cash machine
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Cycling
- Golf course
- Billiard tables
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
Services
- Housekeeping
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
Spa & Leisure
- Beach access
- Karaoke
- Live entertainment
- Night club
- Sun terrace
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Dining table
Bathroom
- Washing machine
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor