Stay At Raffertys Resort, Swansea - Reviews, Rooms Options & Prices 2025

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About the Resort

1 Wild Duck Drive, Cams Wharf, Swansea, Australia, 2281

Raffertys Resort is perfectly situated on the shores of Lake Macquarie, which is a stunning natural landscape that is four times the size of Sydney Harbour. It offers an array of on-site accommodations, ideal for families and groups seeking a relaxing getaway. The resort centers on providing unique recreational services, such as thrilling jet boat rides. With easy access to the pristine coastline and beautiful forests, this resort serves as a gateway to experiencing nature in New South Wales.

Location

Raffertys Resort is conveniently located just 7 km from the shops, cafes, and restaurants in Swansea town centre. It is nestled on a narrow peninsula between Lake Macquarie and the Pacific Ocean, enhancing the scenic beauty and accessibility of the area. Guests can explore nearby landmarks such as Pulbah Island and Catherine Hill Bay, making it an ideal location for leisure and exploration.

Rooms

The resort features free standing three bedroom resort cottages that comfortably sleep up to 6 guests. Additionally, well-appointed two, three and four bedroom resort cottages and terraces conveniently accommodate from four to eight people. Each loft villa includes two bedrooms with air-conditioned comfort, while the terrace homes offer stylish interiors complete with private courtyards and kitchen facilities.

Eat & Drink

Raffertys Resort boasts a stunning restaurant with water views that caters for up to 150 guests seated and 200 for cocktail parties. This lakeside dining venue includes a bistro with an internal deck, offering a pleasant atmosphere for casual dining. Guests will find a range of meal options designed to satisfy diverse palates and dining preferences.

Leisure & Business

The resort features extensive leisure facilities including four tennis courts, a massage centre, and options for kayaking and stand up paddle boarding. Guests can also participate in bird feeding, walking trails, and onsite jet boating for a thrilling adventure. For families, the Mega Easter Egg Hunt on Easter Sunday presents a fun-filled event for both kids and adults.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Two-Bedroom Townhouse Tree Top

Max:

4 persons

60 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Garden view

Shower

Heating

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Villa Loft

Max:

6 persons

80 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Garden view

Shower

Heating

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Two-Bedroom Cottage

Max:

4 persons

60 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Garden view

Shower

Heating

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Getting around

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City Centre

Swansea900 m

Airports

Williamtown (NTL) 57.5 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Italian!

“The Al Lago Italian restaurant served an very nice meal, making dining a highlight of our stay.” view full review

Refreshing Pools

“With multiple pools to choose from, each providing a refreshing oasis, we enjoyed endless hours of swimming.” view full review

Excellent Facilities

“The tennis courts were well-maintained and allowed us to have fun family matches during our visit.” view full review

Functional Kitchens

“Despite some wear, the kitchen had everything we needed to prepare our family meals, creating a homey atmosphere.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Free parking
Off-site car park
No pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage
Private beach
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Canoeing
Hiking
Cycling
Tennis court
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Dryer

Services

Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Outdoor dining area
Picnic area/ Tables

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Cots
Children's pool
Children's play area

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Outdoor swimming pool
Beach access
Sun loungers
Garden area
BBQ facilities
Pool with view

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Washing machine
Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Dryer

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

1 Wild Duck Drive, Cams Wharf, Swansea, Australia, 2281

Map view

1 Wild Duck Drive, Cams Wharf, Swansea, Australia, 2281

City landmarks

156 Caves Beach Rd

Sea cave, Caves Beach

3.1 km

Swansea Rotary Lookout

2.3 km

Spoon Rocks Rd

Spoon Rocks Lookout

2.7 km

Pinny Beach NSW 2281

Wallarah National Park

3.6 km

Caves Beach NSW 2281

Caves Beach

3.1 km

Beach

Spoon Rocks Beach

2.8 km

Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses

3.0 km

The Caves

3.1 km

Holy Trinity Church

3.1 km

Middle Camp Beach

3.4 km

Catherine Hill Bay NSW 2281

Catherine Hill Bay Beach

3.8 km

Catherine Hill Bay

3.5 km

Pulbah Island

3.7 km

Saint Patrick's Church

3.9 km

Wallarah House

4.0 km

Hams Beach

4.4 km

Deep Cave Bay

4.6 km

Summerland Sporties

4.5 km

Nature reserve

Lake Macquarie State Conservation Area

5.0 km

Museum

Dobell House

6.7 km

Nearby

Pinny Beach NSW 2281

Wallarah National Park

870 m

Restaurants

Al Lago Italian Restaurant

490 m

Mercure Lake Macquarie Wild Duck Drive via Rafferty's Road

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience

82%

liked the resort and would come back again

8.2/10

Great

Rooms

5.0

Location

7.6

Service

5.0

Dining

6.0

Louis

United Kingdom, January 2025

5.0/10

My stay at the resort was quite disappointing. While the location is lovely right by the lake, the rooms lacked cleanliness and comfort, which was a letdown considering the price I paid. The service was inadequate, as it felt unstaffed and not helpful when issues arose. Though the facilities looked promising, they need a significant upgrade to match the resort's potential.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were dirty and smelled musty, with stained carpets and dusty furniture. The overall cleanliness was unacceptable.

Service

5.0

The service was highly disappointing, almost non-existent at times, which made our stay frustrating.

Location

8.0

The location is picturesque, right on the lake, but it did little to compensate for the downsides of the accommodation.

Dining

Facilities

5.0

The facilities need a thorough overhaul; they seemed outdated and poorly maintained.

Ella

United Kingdom, January 2025

6.4/10

Our stay at Raffertys had its ups and downs. While the surrounding landscapes and facilities like the pools were fantastic, the outdated room conditions and uncomfortable beds made it a less-than-ideal experience. The staff tried to make things better, but the overall state of the accommodation left much to be desired.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were extremely outdated and the beds were very uncomfortable, which made for poor sleep throughout our stay.

Service

7.0

The staff was friendly and tried to help with our concerns, which made our experience a bit better despite the issues.

Location

8.0

The location had great facilities, beautiful views, and was quite peaceful, though the condition of the accommodation was disappointing.

Dining

5.0

Dining options were hit or miss; the café had decent offerings, but the hotel restaurant needs significant improvement.

Facilities

9.0

The resort had great facilities, including multiple pools and activities available on-site like tennis and jet boating.

Scott

United Kingdom, December 2024

5.8/10

We had a lovely time at the resort, enjoying the beautiful location and relaxing pool. However, our experience was overshadowed by the poor condition of our cottage, which desperately needs updating and thorough cleaning. Despite the friendly staff's apologies, the overall maintenance issues were hard to overlook, making it hard for me to recommend staying in this cottage again.

Rooms

5.0

The cottage was unfortunately in need of significant renovations. The carpets were stained, the appliances malfunctioned, and cleanliness was a major issue.

Service

5.0

While the staff was apologetic and responsive, their offerings didn’t match the level of service one would expect for the price we paid.

Location

8.0

The resort's location is beautiful, with lovely gardens and access to the pool and beach, making it quite enjoyable.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were adequate, but there were hits and misses in quality, affecting our overall satisfaction.

Facilities

7.0

The pool and tennis courts were wonderful, creating a relaxing atmosphere, though the overall cleanliness of the facilities could use improvement.

Helen

United Kingdom, October 2024

5.0/10

My stay at this resort was quite disappointing overall. Though the location by the lake is lovely, the condition of the accommodation left much to be desired. The rooms were dirty and poorly maintained, and the service was lacking. However, the nearby Italian restaurant was a nice surprise. Given the high prices, I expected a far better experience.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were in dire need of upgrading, and they were disappointingly dirty with cockroaches present. The mattresses were uncomfortable, leaving my family with sore backs and necks.

Service

5.0

The service was lackluster; when I raised my concerns about cleanliness, the staff brushed me off and seemed indifferent to our issues.

Location

7.0

The resort is nestled right on the lake, which is a beautiful setting. However, the accommodations do not live up to the location's potential.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience at the Italian restaurant was the highlight. The food was good and reasonably priced, which was a relief amid the overall dissatisfaction.

Facilities

5.0

The pool area was decent, but other facilities were outdated and in desperate need of maintenance.

Steve

United Kingdom, October 2024

5.0/10

Our stay was quite disappointing, especially given we've visited this resort multiple times. The accommodations felt outdated and poorly maintained, significantly impacting our comfort and overall experience. On the plus side, the location is nice, and the heated pools were a hit with the kids, but that wasn't enough to make us want to return anytime soon.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were in desperate need of renovation. The mattresses were incredibly uncomfortable, and there was a persistent damp smell. Additionally, we had issues with hot water and cleanliness; the kitchen utensils were limited, and some were even dirty.

Service

5.0

Service was lackluster at best. Staff seemed unavailable and when we did reach out, responses took a long time. There was little explanation about facilities or assistance.

Location

7.0

The resort is located near a lovely lake, which makes for a nice view. However, it also had some issues, like flies in certain areas that detracted from the experience.

Dining

5.0

Dining facilities were below average, with food quality not matching the prices. I would recommend cooking in your own kitchen as we found that much better.

Facilities

6.0

The pools were great for the kids but other facilities felt neglected. The playground was more suited for older kids, and options for young children were limited.