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Hotel Nelson

4.0 star property
4-star motel near d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay

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Front of property - evening/night
Building design
1 bedroom, down comforters, Select Comfort beds, desk
Reception
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, sun loungers

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
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Nelson Bay Golf Club
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Dutchmans Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, down comforters, Select Comfort beds, desk

Family Room, Garden View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Room Acc

Family Room Acc

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Queen Room, Garden View

Queen Room, Garden View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Queen Room, Town View

Queen Room, Town View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Superior Studio, 1 King Bed

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Apartment | Living area

Deluxe Apartment

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 110 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, down comforters, Select Comfort beds, desk

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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King Spa Studio Deluxe

King Spa Studio Deluxe

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Bathroom

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Nelson Bay

City center retreat .You'll find d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay and Dutchmans Beach within a 15-minute walk of this Nelson Bay motel. Also, Nelson Bay Golf Club is within half a mile (1 km) and Tomaree National Park is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Nelson Bay Golf Club - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Dutchmans Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Fly Point Marine Reserve - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • West Nelson Bay - 17 min walk - 1.5 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
  • ‪The Little Nel - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Nelson

4-star motel near d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay
Hotel Nelson offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel Nelson. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Nelson Bay motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 39 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1975
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
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.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

Things to do

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

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

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

  • No pets 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

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

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. 624 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 318 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 1000 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

Sean

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in 1 bedroom apartment level 2 at front of property Extreme road noise and would not recommend Other rooms toward back of property would be fine Deal direct with Hoel Nelson as prices are significantly less
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Kendi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Should be classed as a motel not a hotel. Room was less than expected for price paid. It was near the bins and the carpet was wrinkled and not at the rating standard of the property. Nonetheless, the staff were super friendly and the motel was convenient to the town center.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

ashwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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

Aliisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, right in town. Has everything you need
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved our stay

We loved our stay in Nelson Bay. The hotel location is great with a popular cafe on site for breakfast and lunch. Very easy walk to town and harbour so lots of choices for eating out. The pool was great. All the staff were very friendly and helpful. We had a slight problem with the water supply in our room which was just one of those things but the staff responded very quickly and gave us another room straight away. The bed and linen was very comfortable and everywhere was spotlessly clean. The hotel is by a busy road but due to the double doors onto the balcony there was no road noise in the room at all. I would recommend this hotel if planning a visit to Nelson Bay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a great stay at Nelson Hotel. It was central to everything, pool was lovely. Will definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Every was amazing about the property was a little disappointed was no microwave to warm food . But overall excellent place ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was very nice. Great location. Pool was great
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Prabin

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not worth the money. Old and smelly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay. Only thing i can fsult is the bed pillows. Slightly to hard for me.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Johny

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

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay!

Reception staff were absolutely amazing and friendly. Room was nice, modern, cozy and clean! Can not wait to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location to walk to dinner or breakfast. Good parking. Clean and tidy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rabieh

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly, it was convenient to everything and the view was amazing. We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Large clean rooms & great location. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sozan

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and pleasant to stay, close to everything you need
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Dmitri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Car park needs safety signage

Generally everything was ok. However the ramp down into the lower level car park really needs a sign warning drivers that the curb is extending into the driveway as it is not visible when making a turn. I ended up damaging the side skirt of my car as there is now way a driver in a regular height car can see it, car sensors didn't see it either. I've mentioned this to reception staff when checking out. Hopefully they will bring this up with the management as they promised.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff rooms are a little on the small side and noisy if you are near the kitchen
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025