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Some areas and rooms were renovated in 2015 and feature flat-screen TVs, beds with pillow tops and access to free on-site parking, free WiFi, guest laundry facilities and an outdoor swimming pool or spa. Interconnecting rooms are available.

great clean room for excellent price close to everything

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7.3
Good
2,003 reviews
Price from
BGN 191
per night

The Admiral Nelson Motel is situated 500 metres from a range of dining options, and only 750 metres from the white sandy beaches and sparkling clear waters of Shoal Bay or Little Beach. It is a 10-minute walk to Nelson Bay Lighthouse.

The room came with a power board and an extension cord that allowed me to work comfortably in the room and they were very accommodating when I requested an extended checkout.

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8.4
Very good
923 reviews
Price from
BGN 191
per night

Situated in Nelson Bay, 700 metres from Little Beach, Nelson Palms features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. The property is set 5.8 km from Anchorage Marina Port Stephens, 12 km from Soldiers Point Marina and 42 km from Lemon Tree Passage Marina. The motel has family rooms.

I stayed at Nelson Palms for one night with friends. The room was modern,clean and the beds were really comfy. We were able to check in early which we were great full for, the person at reception was really welcoming.

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8.5
Very good
382 reviews
Price from
BGN 264
per night

Free Wi-Fi and a outdoor swimming pool are on offer at Port Stephens Motel. Set amongst tropical gardens, it is just 1 minute’s walk from the Nelson Bay waterfront.

Each air-conditioned room at Port Stephens Motel features a TV, refrigerator, microwave and toaster. Tea/coffee making facilities and ironing facilities are also included.

Nice location. Have stayed the previously

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7.5
Good
566 reviews
Price from
BGN 186
per night

This multi-storey motel offers affordable accommodation in beautiful Port Stephens. Marina Resort is just a 5-minute walk from Nelson Bay CBD and a 25-minute drive from Newcastle Airport.

The resort offers upper level rooms with fantastic views out over the Nelson Bay harbour and ground floor rooms, which have access to the front garden and pool area. All rooms above the ground floor have private balconies and a separate bathtub and shower in the private bathroom.

Convenient location. Can walk next to the river and boats at night time as it is walking distance. Also there are number of restaurants walking distance. And the breakfast cafe near the river opens at 6AM which has lot of options.

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7.8
Good
1,550 reviews
Price from
BGN 198
per night

At the motel, every room is fitted with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. All units will provide guests with a microwave.

The Nelson Towers is a no-smoking building, all rooms at Nelson Towers Motel & Apartments are strictly Non-Smoking.

Location is fantastic. Apartments are awesome. Nice and clean

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8
Very good
767 reviews
Price from
BGN 171
per night

Just 5 minutes’ walk from Nelson Bay Wharf, Seabreeze Hotel features a restaurant and bar with a sunny patio. It offers air-conditioned rooms with free parking.

Hotel Seabreeze is located in the heart of Nelson Bay, 3 minutes’ walk from a number of shops and restaurants. Port Stephens Visitor Centre is just 150 metres away.

Pleasantly surprised that the hotel was well furnished and extremely comfortable. Not what was expected from a ‘pub’ room.

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8.2
Very good
1,439 reviews
Price from
BGN 180
per night

Central Motel Nelson Bay is 280 metres from the Marina and 500 metres from the town centre of Nelson Bay. It comes with an outdoor pool, barbecue facilities and free on-site parking.

Nelson Bay Central Motel Nelson Bay is a 50-minute drive from Newcastle. Central Sydney is a 2.5-hour drive away.

Location is the best in the bay.

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7.8
Good
322 reviews
Price from
BGN 174
per night

Set in Nelson Bay, 1.6 km from Nelson Bay, Dutchies Motel Nelson Bay & Dutchmans Beach Apartments offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 2 km from Dutchmans Beach, 2.5 km from Bagnalls Beach and 1.1 km from D'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay. Certain units at the property feature a balcony with a sea view.

very cosy, nice, quiet, private

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8.2
Very good
183 reviews
Price from
BGN 225
per night

Just 50 metres from the Myall River, Hawks Nest Motel features an outdoor pool and a covered barbecue area with outdoor seating. Free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV and a DVD player are standard in all rooms. Free parking is available on site.

We thoroughly recommend friendly Hawks Nest Motel. We had a great welcome from Michelle, the room was very comfortable, spacious, clean, fully and thoughtfully equipped, had a generous balcony, and there was good parking. The building was quiet, and 10 minutes easy walk to shops and the magnificent Bennet's beach. We would be very happy to stay again.

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8.8
Fabulous
537 reviews
Price from
BGN 213
per night

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