The Lane Retreat

Hotels
9.4 (1385 reviews)
409 Palmers Lane , Pokolbin , au

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Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Terrace
Express check-in/check-out
Facilities for disabled guests
Private check-in/check-out
Wheelchair accessible
Lower bathroom sink
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Location
Amenities
Room Quality
Service
Cons:
Cleanliness Issues
Service Missed Request

Categories

Cleanliness
8.46
The presence of dust in the furniture and a mention of cockroaches negatively impacted the sentiment.
Service
9.93
Overall excellent service, except for one case of a missed request.
Location
9.67
Guests consistently praised the beautiful location and proximity to attractions.
Room Quality
9.42
Rooms are described as spacious, modern, and well-kept.
Amenities
9.45
The hotel provides luxurious amenities, including a well-maintained pool and bike rentals.
Value for Money
9.41
Guests felt that the quality matched the price, reflected in several positive reviews.
Food and Beverage
8.96
Food quality was generally praised with some minor issues noted for the breakfast setup.
Overall Experience
9.93
The majority of feedback was overwhelmingly positive, guests enjoyed their stay immensely.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 06:28

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
The Lane Retreat, located in Pokolbin, offers a luxurious stay just 4.9 km from the famous Hunter Valley Gardens. The elegantly designed rooms feature modern amenities such as air conditioning, a fridge, a microwave, and a coffee machine. Guests can also enjoy the outdoor swimming pool and relax in the garden or on the terrace.

Scenic Views and Relaxation
Indulge in the picturesque mountain views from the private balconies available in the rooms. Unwind in comfort with free toiletries, a flat-screen TV, and a rejuvenating shower in the well-appointed private bathrooms. The serene ambiance and tranquil setting make The Lane Retreat a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Convenient Location
With free WiFi and private parking, guests can explore the nearby attractions with ease. The hotel's proximity to Newcastle Airport, just 68 km away, ensures a seamless travel experience. Book your stay at The Lane Retreat for a memorable and relaxing getaway.

Important information:

Please note for those bringing pets:

-A charge $50 per room, per night applies

-We allow a maximum of one dog per room

-To avoid any disruption to guests, pets are not permitted to be left in a room unattended

-Anytime your pet is in a public area within the hotel grounds, we ask that they be on a leash

-Additional cleaning fees may apply

-A minimum charge of $300 may apply for any damage causedGuests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

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Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 1385 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.46
Service: 9.93
Location: 9.67
Room Quality: 9.42
Amenities: 9.45
Value for Money: 9.41
Food and Beverage: 8.96
Overall Experience: 9.93
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Jolien • couple • be
10
Superfijn verblijf in Hunter Valley
Pros:

Heel erg mooie kamer en supermooi uitzicht met zelfs kangoeroes in de ochtend. We kregen ook een chauffeur aanbevolen vanuit de accommodatie die eveneens huisdiervriendelijk was.

Cons:

Niets

2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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Ann • couple • gb
10
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Philippa • family_with_children • de
9
Malerische Unterkunft mit Wein (und Kängurus)
Pros:

Sehr schön gelegen neben einem eigenen Weinberg mit Blick auf einen See. Die Unterkunft war modern und hatte alles, was man für wenige Tage braucht. Wir haben außerdem einen kostenlos Wein als Aufmerksamkeit bekommen.

Cons:

Das Frühstück war bereits für zwei Tage auf der Küchenzeile/im Kühlschrank deponiert worden. Das Brot war für zwei Tage etwas eng berechnet, uns hat das zu zweit nur für ein Frühstück gereicht.

2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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Jobe • couple • au
10
Perfect
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Angela • couple • au
10
Comfortable luxury in a tranquil location
Pros:

We loved our stay - a comfortable room & bed with a beautiful view of the mountains. A great location & base to explore the region. Loved the resident kangaroos too!

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • couple • au
10
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Jake • couple • au
10
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Oakey • couple • au
9
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Sam • couple • au
10
Blissful
Pros:

Great accommodation and the views are lovely. A very relaxing stay

2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • couple • au
9
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sam • couple • au
9
2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Jose • couple • au
10
Pros:

Place was fantastic

Cons:

The chairs by the lake was unclean

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Natasha • couple • au
10
As soon as you walk in the modern room hits you then the view! Waking up every morning seeing that peaceful view was Bea
Pros:

It was so relaxing and so clean and modern love everything about it!!!

Cons:

Nothing really

2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Jourdan • couple • au
10
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Hardy • solo_traveller • au
10
Extremely Happy with this place
Pros:

Very clean and up to date.
Nice and quiet, just beautiful

Cons:

Couldn’t find the wifi password. Wouldn’t store the toaster in same cupboard as bin

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Shead • couple • au
6
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Janelle • extended_group • au
9
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VICKY • couple • au
9
Overall we really enjoyed the stay.
Pros:

We found the room practical and the bed was very comfortable. The pool was lovely and the view across to the mountains was beautiful. The breakfast provisions were also outstanding quality.

Cons:

Check-in was a little tricky as we didn’t receive a check-in email telling us where to go. The office was also very strict about the 3:00pm check-in which was challenging on a super hot day where there was no real shelter.

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Lauren • couple • au
10
Pros:

Perfect stay on our road trip. Great for pets. Very clean and comfortable. Would stay again.

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Jodie • extended_group • au
10
It was awesome
Pros:

It was clean and very nice out look

Cons:

I liked everything

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee