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Hotel Nelson

4.0 star property
Motel with outdoor pool, near d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay

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

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Gym
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Conference center
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
Feel at home
  • Refrigerator
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The price is $207
includes taxes & fees
$207 per night
Jan 21 - Jan 22, 2025

Room options

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Down comforters, Select Comfort beds, desk, blackout drapes

Family Room, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Select Comfort bed
Down duvet
  • 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

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 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

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Down duvet
Blackout drapes/curtains
Select Comfort bed
  • 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

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Apartment | Living area | Smart TV

Deluxe Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Private spa tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
  • 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

Highlights

Separate dining area
Private spa tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Smart TV
  • 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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
  • 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

Highlights

Balcony
Private spa tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Down duvet
  • 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

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 430 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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includes taxes & fees
$219 per night
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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
  • West Nelson Bay - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Anchorage Marina Port Stephens - 4 min drive - 3.7 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

When visiting Nelson Bay, Hotel Nelson is a great choice to consider. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Little Nel Cafe, which serves breakfast and lunch. A bar/lounge, a fitness center, and a snack bar/deli are other highlights. The helpful staff and location get good marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 39 rooms
  • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • 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 time is 10 AM
  • Contactless check-out available
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

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

Required at check-in

  • Credit card required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18
  • Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
  • Electric vehicle charging point on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options
  • Free offsite parking nearby

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8 AM–11 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Personal watercraft (motorized)
  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Conference center

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1975
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Heated pool
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 36
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Smart television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Select Comfort mattress

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

Little Nel Cafe - This café serves breakfast, lunch, and light fare. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 5 to 25 per person
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of AUD 20 (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 15.0 per stay

Parking

  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Nelson does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hotel Nelson?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Nelson?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Nelson?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Nelson?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of AUD 20 (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Hotel Nelson and nearby?
Have fun with activities like cycling, hiking, and kayaking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the motel's other amenities, which include a fitness center and a picnic area. Hotel Nelson also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Nelson?
Yes, Little Nel Cafe offers alfresco dining.
What's the area around Hotel Nelson like?
Hotel Nelson is in the heart of Nelson Bay, a short 4-minute walk from d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay and 11 minutes' walk from Dutchmans Beach. Travelers say this motel is in a good location.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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 Exceptional

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.
Rinna, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A+
Fantastic location, rooms are so clean facilities where amazing
jason, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Craig, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely staff and very clean rooms. Perfect location walking distance into town for food. Heated pool was a bonus !
tenae, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Donna, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Room walls are thin you can here people in the next room
Sharon, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Renee, 1-night trip
Verified Lastminute guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Second stay here, great location, friendly staff and comfy bed. We'll be back.
Janet, 2-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Suresh, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay with the family.
Natalia, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

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
Joanne, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place. Nothing bad.
Troy, 2-night trip
Verified Lastminute guest review

8/10 Very Good

Steven, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great position great room, great service. What more can one ask for.
Victor, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Clean, comfortable and close to the Main Street and marina. Would recommend for business travellers or couples who are not after a resort as such
Michael, 1-night romance trip
Verified Lastminute guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Yanchun, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The room was immaculate and had everything we needed. Amanda on reception went above and beyond to find a sewing kit and help fix my dress. Everything about our stay was perfect and we will visit again.
Melissa, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great room in a great central location. Very clean and reception staff wonderful. Great cafe too.
Jo, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Close to the water shopping eats and pub ideal spot for exploring the area
Janibe, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

anthony, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The property is nice and clean. Great for family.
Fred, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very close to marina. Very comfy
Toni A, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very close to every thing that is necessary eg Restaurants , Hotels and Super Markets
Robert, 3-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very Good

Clean and comfortable. Within walking distance to town. Would have appreciated a later check out.
Rodney, 1-night romance trip
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