About this property

Just a 5-minute walk from the beach and 2 minutes' walk from the town center, Hotel Nelson (formerly The Nelson Resort) has a heated swimming pool, fitness center and a steam room. The spacious and air-conditioned rooms includes satellite TV, a kitchenette and a large balcony or courtyard. Free WiFi and parking are provided. Elevator access to all rooms is available. The proximity to the beach means that many water sports like snorkeling and windsurfing are within easy reach. Guests can dine at the popular Little Nel Cafe which offers breakfast Monday to Friday from 7:00 until 11:30, Saturday to Sunday 7:30-11:00 and lunch Tuesday to Saturday from 12:00 until 14:00. You can cook dinner for yourself using the BBQ facilities available. The property is a 45-minute drive from Newcastle.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

  • Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Rooms with:

  • City view

  • Quiet street view

  • Terrace

  • Sea view

  • Free parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Recommended for 2 adults

1 × Superior King Room
Price for:
Max. people: 2
Bed: 1 king bed
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Sea view
We have 1 left
$191 per night
Price $573
3 nights, 2 adults
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Superior King Room
Recommended for 2 adults
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  • 1 king bed
291 feet²
Balcony
Sea view
City view
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Terrace
Free Wifi

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Towels
  • Linens
  • Desk
  • Sitting area
  • TV
  • Refrigerator
  • Telephone
  • Ironing facilities
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Iron
  • Radio
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Kitchenware
  • iPod dock
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Carpeted
  • Electric kettle
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Alarm clock
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Toaster
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Toilet paper
Max. people: 2
$191 per night
Price $573
Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
Max. people: 2
$206 per night
Price $617
Excluded: 10 % VAT
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Lynn
    Australia Australia
    Great room one of the most comfortable beds I have slept in, very clean, location is excellent.
  • Alpesh
    Australia Australia
    The hotel itself is so central and walk to shops and town centre. room 19 was our stay which was clean with soft bedding. As it was raining a lot, so 65 inch TV was our savior. Little Nel cafe was also nice which was attached to the hotel.
  • Elizabeth
    Australia Australia
    Location worked perfectly for us. Close to shops and eating out places. The Receptionist was kind enough to let us leave a car there until 2pm on our check-out day while we went for lunch. Much appreciated. Good follow-up on the dropped rashie...
  • Ross
    Australia Australia
    Great location. Friendly people. Well designed and spacious room.
  • Bradley
    Australia Australia
    Pool was heated thus kids swam anytime they wanted including in rain, and pool area is great and steam room was a bit of fun for the kids - beats crown terrigal and nearly as good as ramada shoal bay They upgraded my family booking and gave us 11...
  • Nathan
    Australia Australia
    Great location, great service, kids loved the heated pool!
  • Martin
    Australia Australia
    Stayed several times and love everything - Location is perfect and breakfast in the cafe downstairs a highlight!!
  • Josephine
    Australia Australia
    This hotel is currently being renovated and the room we were in was very tastefully redecorated, and because it's an older motel the room was roomy they have double doors between the road and your bed so you don't hear much noise. They have a pub...
  • Martin
    Australia Australia
    So much to like here! Rooms are amazing and the pool area is just fantastic!! Location is terrific and breakfast downstairs is first class.
  • Hidden_horcrux
    Australia Australia
    It was amazing. Modern, very clean, excellent staff and a great location. D'Arbora Marina was right across the road, so was the main shops. The pool was great and the cafe! If I return to Nelson Bay I would definitely stay here again!

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
  • The Little Nel Cafe
    • Cuisine
      International

House rules

Hotel Nelson takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that there is a 0.9% charge when you pay with a Visa or MasterCard credit card and a 2% charge when you pay with an American Express credit card.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Hotel Nelson of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.