Lakes Hotel

Picked this location mainly to be able to have parking for a rental car - this was only difficult on 1 of the 3 days I stayed. I was a little overwhelmed having to go through the pub to check in - was just out of my comfort zone. Rooms were comfortable and clean. A not pleasent smell in the hallway - likely due to the pub factor but rooms were not too bad on that front. Generally quiet in the rooms however I was there mainly weekdays. Available for lunch and dinner. Rooms are not accessible, no lift to get up to them and heavy doors to get in and out. Check out system was a little confusing even for someone good with tech. But did like the keypad system on the doors.

We stayed one night at The Lakes Hotel and were pleasantly surprised by the experience overall. Check-in isn’t until 2 PM, but we arrived in the morning and the staff at the bar were genuinely accommodating — they offered to store our luggage without hesitation while we headed out to explore the area. That kind of flexibility and friendliness set a great first impression. The room itself had been newly renovated and, while compact, was perfectly suited for a one-night stay. The bed was comfortable and the room was impressively quiet — exactly what you want after a day of sightseeing. Bus stop is across the street and takes you right to downtown Sydney. The one significant downside, however, was cigarette smoke. The smell at the bar was overwhelming, and unfortunately it didn’t stay contained downstairs — our room carried the same stale scent throughout our stay. Whether it travelled through the ventilation system or lingered from prior guests, it was hard to ignore. We had hoped to enjoy dinner at the outdoor patio restaurant, but with guests smoking throughout the area, we decided to skip it. If you’re a non-smoker or sensitive to cigarette smoke, it’s worth keeping in mind. That aside, the staff, the renovations, and the comfort of the room made it a solid choice for a short stay in Rosebery

Had the best Flathead fish, chips and salad at the Bistro. I would definitely go there again. While not a huge menu, it was well balanced and suitable to most tastes. Only small issue was my friend's steak sandwich. It could have done with toasted bread to take full value of the steak and not the thick Turkish bread. The Chowder was excellent.

Great hotel with modern, large rooms. It's close to the airport and has a good bistro. The bathroom has been recently renovated. There was no traffic noise to speak of, even though it is at a fairly busy intersection. The parking might be a bit hit and miss as there is no dedicated parking spaces in the hotel's parking lot for the accommodation; you share it with all patrons. When we first arrived we had to park on the street before a space became available. Check-in is at the bar.

The room and bathroom were okay, but the smell of cigarettes was very strong, which made the stay less enjoyable. Unfortunately, the windows can’t be opened to let some fresh air in. On the positive side, you can’t hear any noise from the casino downstairs, and the staff were friendly.