Located near the University of Newcastle, Fern Bay Motel combines relaxation with convenience. Guests can play 18 holes of golf in beautiful gardens, enjoy cold drinks at the bar, and connect with WiFi in their rooms. The property offers express check-in and check-out services.
Located in Fern Bay, a neighborhood in Newcastle, Fern Bay Motel is next to a golf course. Newcastle Showground is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Stockton Sand Dunes and Newcastle Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Newcastle International Sports Centre. Visit our Newcastle travel guide
Located close to Nobbys Head Beach and Newcastle Civic Theater, Fern Bay Motel provides an adjacent golf course, a garden, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar.
Other perks include:
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and express check-out
Express check-in, a TV in the lobby, and a vending machine
Barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms at Fern Bay Motel have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like desk chairs and WiFi.
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: AUD 6 to 20 per person
A bar/lounge
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
18-hole adjacent golf course
TV in common areas
Family friendly
In-room crib
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
Picnic area
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
More
1 floor
3 buildings
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Free crib
Pillowtop mattress
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
Smart TV with digital channels
Food and drink
Electric kettle
Microwave
Refrigerator
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Air conditioning
Desk
Desk chair
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests planning to arrive after 9 PM must contact this property 24 hours in advance for check-in instructions.
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval, private entrance
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 6 to 20 per person
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, 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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Property is also known as
Newcastle Links Motel Fern Bay
Newcastle Links Motel
Newcastle Links Fern Bay
Newcastle Links
Newcastle Links Hotel
Fern Bay Motel Motel
Newcastle Links Motel
Fern Bay Motel Fern Bay
Fern Bay Motel Motel Fern Bay
Frequently asked questions
Is Fern Bay Motel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Fern Bay Motel ?
As of Mar 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fern Bay Motel on Mar 25, 2026 start from P5,660, 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.
What time is check-in at Fern Bay Motel ?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Fern Bay Motel ?
Check-out is at 10 AM.
Where is Fern Bay Motel located?
Located in Fern Bay, this golf motel is within 9 mi (15 km) of University of Newcastle, Newcastle International Sports Centre, and Newcastle Showground. Stockton Sand Dunes and John Hunter Hospital are also within 12 mi (20 km).
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Reviews
Fern Bay Motel Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.4
Cleanliness
8.0
Location
8.6
Staff & service
7.6
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 160 out of 409 reviews
10 - Excellent
160
Rating 8 - Good. 160 out of 409 reviews
8 - Good
160
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 409 reviews
6 - Okay
61
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 409 reviews
4 - Poor
17
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 409 reviews
2 - Terrible
11
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Charlie
Dec 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and comfortable and helpful, friendly staff.
It was a very neat, clean, friendly hotel with everything needed including great parking. Do ask for a ground floor room if any mobility problems. Staff were amazing as was the breakfast!
Friendly & very helpful staff
Unprompted, offered me a lift to the airport at 6:30am rather than having to wait for a cab
Will definitely stay again next time I'm in Newcastle
I loved our stay with the family it was nice and clean and smelt amazing as soon as we walked in loved every bit of our stay and even changed our bed sheets the seconds night
After a horrible experience elsewhere the team here went above and beyond. It was an absolutely beautiful place to stay, friendly staff, beautiful rooms. We will be back