Karuah Riverside Motel

3.5 star property
3.5-star Art Deco motel perfect for exploring Karuah

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Karuah Riverside Motel

Property grounds
Exterior
Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | Select Comfort beds, individually decorated, individually furnished
Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms | In-room dining
Interior
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
428 Tarean Rd, Karuah, NSW, 2324
  • Popular LocationLongworth Park4 min walk
  • AirportNewcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)26 min drive
  • Popular LocationNelson Bay Golf Club45 min drive
  • Popular LocationAnchorage Marina Port Stephens46 min drive

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.8/10 Exceptional
  • 174 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Twin Room

10/10 Exceptional
  • 174 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms

10/10 Exceptional
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Similar properties

About the neighborhood

Karuah

Heart of Karuah.Within a 10-minute walk of the motel, you'll find Longworth Park and Karuah Nature Reserve. Gir-um-bit National Park and Karuah and District Golf Club are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Longworth Park - 4 min walk
  • Nelson Bay Golf Club - 45 min drive
  • Anchorage Marina Port Stephens - 46 min drive
  • d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay - 47 min drive
  • West Nelson Bay - 47 min drive

Getting around

  • Wirragulla Station - 44 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tilligerry RSL Sports Club - 33 min drive
  • Karuah Seafoods & Take Away - 2 min walk
  • Munchies Cafe and Takeaway - 1 min walk
  • Magic Noodle - 33 min drive
  • The Oyster Shack - 32 min drive

About this property

Karuah Riverside Motel

3.5-star Art Deco motel perfect for exploring Karuah
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Karuah Riverside Motel. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Karuah motel.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2000
  • Deli
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Beauty salon
  • Smoking in designated areas
Karuah Riverside Motel offers 6 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Beds feature Select Comfort mattresses. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: Karuah Gardens Motel, 353 Tarean Road, Karuah, NSW
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 50 per vehicle (one way)

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, 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. 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. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Property is also known as

Riverside Karuah
Riverside Motel Karuah
Riverside Motel
Karuah Riverside Motel Motel
Karuah Riverside Motel Karuah
Karuah Riverside Motel Motel Karuah

Frequently asked questions

How close is Karuah Riverside Motel to the airport?

Karuah Riverside Motel is 19.7 mi (27-min drive) away from the Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Karuah Riverside Motel?

As of May 23, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Karuah Riverside Motel on May 29, 2024 start from $75.49, 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.

Does Karuah Riverside Motel have an airport shuttle?

Karuah Riverside Motel offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of AUD 50 per vehicle, one way.

How close is Karuah Riverside Motel to the beach?

This motel is 17.6 mi (25-min drive) from Jimmys Beach.

Does Karuah Riverside Motel offer free breakfast?

Karuah Riverside Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Karuah Riverside Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Karuah Riverside Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Karuah Riverside Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Karuah Riverside Motel have a pool?

Karuah Riverside Motel does not have a pool.

Does Karuah Riverside Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Karuah Riverside Motel to downtown Karuah?

Karuah Riverside Motel is 1.9 mi away from Karuah.

Karuah Riverside Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 156 out of 296 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 115 out of 296 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 296 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 296 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 296 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mrs J

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Kath

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was refurbished and exceptionally clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was a good size, clean and well appointed. The Motel is near the local club, and walk to the bay. Checkin easy and fast. Will stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Graham

Traveled with partner
It is what it it is …an older budget motel but with the best price on the list, We would have no hesitation to stay here again —I rated it “average” in everything because nothing was “poor”….the one person staffing the motel was couteous and approachable but not onsite for most of the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to centre town,quite
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Peter

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean and tidy. Bed super hard our only negative. Close walk to RSL and IGA.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

PETER

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Clay

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

10/10 Excellent

Rod

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spacious, clean, easy access. Services club round the corner.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023