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Hotel Nelson

4.0 star property

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Point of interest
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, sun loungers
Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Down comforters, Select Comfort beds, desk, blackout drapes
Building design

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Gym

Explore the area

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1 Government Road, Nelson Bay, NSW, 2315
  • d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Dutchmans Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Nelson Bay Golf Club
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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Down comforters, Select Comfort beds, desk, blackout drapes

Family Room, Garden View

  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Room Acc | Down comforters, Select Comfort beds, desk, blackout drapes

Family Room Acc

  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Queen Room, Garden View | Down comforters, Select Comfort beds, desk, blackout drapes

Queen Room, Garden View

  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Queen Room, Town View | Down comforters, Select Comfort beds, desk, blackout drapes

Queen Room, Town View

  • 322 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Superior Studio, 1 King Bed | Down comforters, Select Comfort beds, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed

  • 280 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Apartment | Living area | Smart TV

Deluxe Apartment

  • 430 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 1184 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Down comforters, Select Comfort beds, desk, blackout drapes

Family Room

  • 473 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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King Spa Studio Deluxe | Down comforters, Select Comfort beds, desk, blackout drapes

King Spa Studio Deluxe

  • 484 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 430 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About this property

Hotel Nelson

4-star Nelson Bay motel walkable to d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay
An outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a fitness center are available at this smoke-free motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a conference center are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
Hotel Nelson offers 39 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Select Comfort beds feature down comforters. Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Hotel Nelson features an outdoor pool and a fitness center. The motel offers a restaurant, a coffee shop/cafe, and a snack bar/deli. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Wireless Internet access is complimentary.

This business-friendly motel also offers a terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance. Complimentary self parking is available on site, along with a car charging station.

Hotel Nelson is a smoke-free property.

Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 8 AM and 11 AM.
Little Nel Cafe - This café serves breakfast, lunch, and light fare. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: AUD 5 to 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Little Nel Cafe

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Personal motorized watercraft

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1975
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 20

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 15.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 5 to 25 per person
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 15.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Nelson Resort
The Nelson Resort Nelson Bay, Port Stephens
Hotel Nelson
The Nelson Resort
Hotel Nelson Motel
Hotel Nelson Nelson Bay
Hotel Nelson Motel Nelson Bay

Hotel Nelson Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 604 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 338 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 1001 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rinna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely stay
We’ve been here few times now and their service are always exceptional. Bed was very comfortable. Enjoyed the spa and the pool.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

jason

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A+
Fantastic location, rooms are so clean facilities where amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location Friendly staff Amazingly comfy bed. Overall really pleased with our stay. We'll be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

susan, montgomery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly service, easy parking and the beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Minely

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for 2 nights at, a very nice and clean hotel at Nelson Bay. Would definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Barry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient, excellent location, well maintained and comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

shane

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

10/10 Excellent

ANTHONY

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel room had a very comfy bed and really lovely decor. It was close to everything, perfect spot for a weekend or stopover.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edric

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

tenae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely staff and very clean rooms. Perfect location walking distance into town for food. Heated pool was a bonus !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awsome place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Joy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed two nights, good location, excellent cafe downstairs for breakfast, room and bedding were adequate for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property. The only negative is that the bathroom has no window or exhaust facility. Would book again. Ray from BAULKHAM Hills
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna, Reedy Creek

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay in Nelson Bay.Had a room on the 2nd floor (top floor) that had a view of the Marina.There was a lovely staff member on reception when checking in.The room was spacious & very clean.Short walk to the to town centre & Marina.Would happily recommend others to stay there & would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sharon

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room walls are thin you can here people in the next room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There was a little mould in the bathroom but I wouldn’t let that stop me from returning could not fault anything else my room and pol area were amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second stay here, great location, friendly staff and comfy bed. We'll be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suresh

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

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay with the family.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
2 Night stay
Stayed for 2 nights lovely friendly staff Couple of downfalls Pool open until 9pm but no lights for safety There was a hole around our air-conditioning and outside roo. They were obviously doing some renovations it was a pile of dirt not the ocean views i was expecting
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Great place. Nothing bad.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024