Hotel Nelson

4.0 star property
Motel with free parking, a quick walk to d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay

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Front of property - evening/night
Down comforters, Select Comfort beds, desk, blackout drapes
Point of interest
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, sun loungers
Building design

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
The current price is P6,372
P6,372 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 8 - Mar 9

Room options

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Family Room, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Select Comfort bed
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Family Room Acc

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Down duvet
Select Comfort bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Queen Room, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Select Comfort bed
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Queen Room, Town View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Select Comfort bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Select Comfort bed
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
  • 40 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Smart TV
  • 110 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Select Comfort bed
Down duvet
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

King Spa Studio Deluxe

Highlights

Balcony
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Select Comfort bed
  • 45 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
  • 40 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1 Government Road, Nelson Bay, NSW, 2315

What's nearby

  • d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Dutchmans Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Nelson Bay Golf Club - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Fly Point Marine Reserve - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • West Nelson Bay - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Two Bobs Bakery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪KIN - Cafe & Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Blueys - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bub's Fish & Chips - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Little Nel Cafe - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Nelson

Upscale motel near d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay
Located close to Nelson Bay Golf Club and Dutchmans Beach, Hotel Nelson provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. The on-site restaurant, Little Nel Cafe, offers breakfast, lunch, light fare, and al fresco dining. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and barbecue grills
  • Free newspapers, motorized watercraft on site, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel Nelson include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Select Comfort beds and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Refrigerators, electric kettles, and heating

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Nelson have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Nelson?

As of Mar 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Nelson on Mar 8, 2025 start from P 6,372.29, excluding 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 Hotel Nelson pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel Nelson?

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

What time is check-in at Hotel Nelson?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Nelson?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for AUD 20 (subject to availability).

Where is Hotel Nelson located?

Located in the heart of Nelson Bay, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay, Dutchmans Beach, and Nelson Bay Golf Club. Tomaree National Park and Anchorage Marina Port Stephens are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Hotel Nelson Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 609 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 338 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 1005 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

Peter

The Nelson is a great place to stay. Right in the middle of the main strip close to beaches ports and all the amenities and restaurants. The hotel it self is extremely well appointed and the staff are credit to the management. I highly recommend this hotel for any one staying in Nelson bay
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Excellent location and staff and great room! Will definitely come back to Hotel Nelson.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

susan

Very friendly service, easy parking and the beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Great place to stay with the family.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Barry

Convenient, excellent location, well maintained and comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Johny

The photos look better than the actual place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Joy

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

Sharyn

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

Tina

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

Rinna

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

Mark

Awsome place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

tenae

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

jason

A+
Fantastic location, rooms are so clean facilities where amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jai

We had a good experience at the hotel during our stay. The rooms were spacious, neat and tidy. The hotel was at walkable distance from shops, eateries and the bay. The reception staff was helfpul. Overall, we liked our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Minely

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

10/10 Excellent

Janibe

Close to the water shopping eats and pub ideal spot for exploring the area
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Great room in a great central location. Very clean and reception staff wonderful. Great cafe too.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gayle

Loved the size and comfort of the family room with 2 queen beds. Small but functional kitchenette and large bathroom. Very nicely decorated and wonderful soft bed. Would highly recommend for family, easy walking to shops and marina and great restaurant for breakfast next door. Heated pool to.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hoi Lam

You can have onsite BBQ in the hotel for dinner, the staff is friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Great little place very affordable, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Prabin

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Not worth the money. Old and smelly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

It was a great place in a good location
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

I’ll definitely stay there again!!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Second stay here, great location, friendly staff and comfy bed. We'll be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024