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Lakeside Hotel and Conference Centre

4.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, steps from Macquarie University

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MGSM Executive Hotel & Conference Centre offers a modern retreat minutes from Sydney attractions. Guests can enjoy meals at Lachlans Restaurant, relax in the garden, or use a nearby pool and gym. Visitors consistently praise the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec

Room options

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Showing 4 of 4 rooms

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Club Lounge
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air-conditioning
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Queen Room

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Queen Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(55 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Club Lounge
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air-conditioning
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Twin Room

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air-conditioning
Heating
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2

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Interior

Standard Queen Room

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air-conditioning
Heating
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

Map
99 Talavera Road, Macquarie Park, NSW, 2113

What's nearby

  • Macquarie University - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Macquarie Shopping Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sydney Opera House - 14 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Circular Quay - 15 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Qudos Bank Arena - 15 min drive - 15.0 km

Getting around

  • Macquarie Park Station - 2 min drive
  • Macquarie University Station - 6 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boost Juice - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪TGI Fridays - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bondi Pizza - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Japan City - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Lakeside Hotel and Conference Centre

Upscale hotel near Macquarie University
Located close to Sydney Showground and Qudos Bank Arena, Lakeside Hotel and Conference Centre provides a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities. The on-site restaurant, Lachlans Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare and children's meals. In addition to a gym and a 24-hour business centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Outdoor pool access nearby
  • Free self-parking
  • A free local area shuttle, access to a nearby indoor pool and free newspapers
  • Smoke-free property, tour/ticket information and a billiards/pool table
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Lakeside Hotel and Conference Centre include perks, such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • 43-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, streaming services and premium channels
  • Balconies or patios, separate sitting areas and fridges

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Lachlans Restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable/satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from November 7 2025 to November 11 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Business centre

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

MGSM Executive Hotel
MGSM Executive Hotel Macquarie Park
MGSM Executive Macquarie Park
Lakeside And Conference Centre
MGSM Executive Hotel Conference Centre
Lakeside Hotel and Conference Centre Hotel
Lakeside Hotel and Conference Centre Macquarie Park
Lakeside Hotel and Conference Centre Hotel Macquarie Park

Frequently asked questions

Does Lakeside Hotel and Conference Centre have a pool?

Yes, this property has outdoor pool access.

How much does it cost to stay at Lakeside Hotel and Conference Centre?

As of 8 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakeside Hotel and Conference Centre on 7 Dec 2025 start from NZ$174.43, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Lakeside Hotel and Conference Centre pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Lakeside Hotel and Conference Centre?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Lakeside Hotel and Conference Centre?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Lakeside Hotel and Conference Centre?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Lakeside Hotel and Conference Centre located?

Located in Macquarie Park, this hotel is steps from Macquarie University and within 9 mi (15 km) of Sydney Showground and Qudos Bank Arena. Taronga Zoo and Star Casino are also within 12 mi (20 km). Macquarie Park Station is 21 minutes by foot and Macquarie University Station is 6 minutes.

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Lakeside Hotel and Conference Centre Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 446 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 399 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 116 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 1009 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An excellent place to stay. Thank you very much.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was a bit awkward, having to leave the car a fair distance away, apart from when arriving, & when packing up to leave. Otherwise all was fine. Loved the cockatoos on the balcony railing!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
pEOPLE WERE GREAT
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

Great service Easy access Quiet Dinner / room service a real standout and pleasant surprise
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Braden

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a top spot to stay, and value for money
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Margaret J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
very clean bathroom. Warm room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Young

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff served Ices off time
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Over all this was a pleasant stay the staff were very friendly set in the beautiful area of Macquarie university
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice quiet spot
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Pradip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was excellent with plenty of room and comfy bed. The staff were excellent. The location was convenient to the Metro and The shopping centre.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mandeep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice & quiet place.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find, and close to clinic for my appointment Was lovely and clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Booked this accomodation last minute and enjoyed my experience. Would definitely book this place in the future when I come back to Sydney.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gai

Very nice position
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff were charming and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff and surrounds over looking lake. Small restaurant but menu is lovely with both traditional and a street food selection
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for one night as we had a Christmas function to attend nearby in Epping. It's quiet, comfortable, and has a lovely lake right outside where you can see and hear many birds and frogs. A peaceful oasis. Walking distance to railway station and shopping centre if required.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed very comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent service and friendly staff. Clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was simple yet nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Therese

There were no usb ports I couldn’t open windows Air con could not be easily changed
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room but there is a fair bit of maintenance that needs to be undertaken
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024