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Lakeside Hotel and Conference Centre

★★★★·8.8/ 10Recommended
·Hotels
📍99 Talavera Road · Sydney ↗
📞+61298509300·Official site ↗
40 rooms· Check-in 02:00 PM / out 10:00 AM
Offsite parking discounted rates availableFitness facilities (surcharge)Air conditioningLuggage storageSafety deposit boxFax/photocopyingAll 51 facilities +
Review
Property information · Hotelbeds

Lakeside Hotel and conference center is 10 minutes’ walk from Macquarie Centre. Sydney Olympic Park is a 20-minute drive, and Sydney International Airport is a 30-minute drive away. The air-conditioned rooms have an LCD TV with cable channels. Each room has a large work desk, a refrigerator and tea and coffee making facilities. Lachlan's Restaurant offers an à la carte menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Lounge Bar is the perfect place for a relaxing evening drink.

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Guest scores & sentiment

From 85 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-19

Guests consistently praise the convenient location near Macquarie University and shopping centre, friendly staff, comfortable rooms with pleasant lake views, free parking, and a 24-hour complimentary snack lounge. However, recurring complaints highlight cramped bathrooms, leaking shower screens, inconsistent housekeeping, distant parking, and difficulty locating the property.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Cleanliness8.7
Service8.6
Value8.5
Location8.4
Surroundings8.4
Facilities8.2
Rooms8.1
＋ PraisedTranquil lakeside environment · Friendly and helpful staff · Comfortable beds and sleep · Free parking available
－ ComplaintsSmall bathrooms with leaking showers · Inconsistent housekeeping/cleanliness · Aging facilities or malfunctions · Distant parking requiring building walks

KEYIdeal for business travelers, conference attendees, and visitors to Macquarie University. Guests sensitive to small bathrooms or strict cleanliness standards should manage expectations.

FAQ · grounded in hotel data & reviews

locationIs the hotel conveniently located with easy transport access?＋
The property is a short walk from Macquarie University Train Station and Macquarie Centre, with easy access to Sydney Olympic Park and the airport. Among 85 reviews, the location dimension scores 8.4, with guests consistently praising its convenience near the university and shopping district.
diningWhat dining options are available at the hotel?＋
Guests can dine at Lachlan's Restaurant for à la carte meals throughout the day, or visit the Lounge Bar and on-site Coffee Shop. Reviews highlight good value for breakfast and room service, aligning with the overall value dimension score of 8.5.
businessIs this hotel suitable for business travelers?＋
Yes. 25 business guests noted the quiet environment, pleasant lake views, positive feedback on free WiFi and breakfast, plus work desks in rooms. They consistently appreciate the walking proximity to the university, hospitals, and shopping centre.
coupleHow is the experience for couples?＋
27 couple guests praised the quiet atmosphere, comfortable bedding, and attentive staff, with some receiving surprise perks. Travelers seeking spacious bathrooms should note that some couples reported compact washrooms and occasional leaking shower screens.
roomWhat are the room amenities and views like?＋
Rooms offer University Lake views and include an LCD TV, work desk, refrigerator, and coffee facilities. The room dimension scores 8.1 and cleanliness 8.7, though some guests note that hygiene details and facility maintenance need improvement.
serviceHow is the hotel service and guest perks?＋
Staff service scores 8.6, with “friendly and helpful staff” ranked among top pros across 85 reviews. The hotel offers contactless check-in/out, 24-hour security, and cashless payment; no additional observed member perks were recorded.
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