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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
Breakfast and lunch served, alfresco dining
Down comforters, Select Comfort beds, desk, blackout drapes
Breakfast and lunch served, alfresco dining
Reception

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Pool
    Pool

Explore the area

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1 Government Road, Nelson Bay, NSW, 2315
    Baptist Tabernacle
    1 min walk
    d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay
    4 min walk
    Dutchmans Beach
    11 min walk
    Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    30 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Family Room, Garden View

Down comforters, Select Comfort beds, desk, blackout drapes

Family Room, Garden View

  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Family Room Acc

Family Room Acc | Down comforters, Select Comfort beds, desk, blackout drapes

Family Room Acc

  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Queen Room, Garden View

Queen Room, Garden View | Down comforters, Select Comfort beds, desk, blackout drapes

Queen Room, Garden View

  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Queen Room, Town View

Queen Room, Town View | Down comforters, Select Comfort beds, desk, blackout drapes

Queen Room, Town View

  • 322 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Superior Studio, 1 King Bed

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed | Down comforters, Select Comfort beds, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed

  • 280 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Apartment

Deluxe Apartment | Living area | Smart TV

Deluxe Apartment

  • 430 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 1184 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Family Room

Down comforters, Select Comfort beds, desk, blackout drapes

Family Room

  • 473 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for King Spa Studio Deluxe

King Spa Studio Deluxe | Down comforters, Select Comfort beds, desk, blackout drapes

King Spa Studio Deluxe

  • 484 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 430 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

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 - 4 min walk
  • Dutchmans Beach - 11 min walk
  • Nelson Bay Golf Club - 11 min walk
  • West Nelson Bay - 20 min walk
  • Nelson Head Lighthouse - 4 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Bub's Fish & Chips - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Two Bobs Bakery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪KIN - Cafe & Bar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Little Nel Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cafe on the Bay - ‬2 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 satellite 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

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 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 satellite 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 security system, and a first aid kit
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. 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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Nelson to the airport?

Hotel Nelson is 21.3 mi (30-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 Hotel Nelson?

As of Sep 21, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Nelson on Oct 1, 2024 start from $211.35, 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 Hotel Nelson have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Nelson.

How close is Hotel Nelson to the beach?

This motel is a short 11-minute walk from Dutchmans Beach and 5.1 mi (10-min drive) from Samurai Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel Nelson offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hotel Nelson, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between AUD 5 and 25 per person.

Is there a casino at Hotel Nelson?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Hotel Nelson?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM.

Is there free parking at Hotel Nelson?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Hotel Nelson have a pool?

Hotel Nelson features an outdoor pool.

Does Hotel Nelson have a restaurant?

Hotel Nelson is home to Little Nel Cafe, which features al fresco dining and light fare.

Does Hotel Nelson have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Hotel Nelson to downtown Nelson Bay?

Hotel Nelson is 0.6 mi away from Nelson Bay.

Hotel Nelson Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 600 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 340 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 1001 reviews" "

9.2/10

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

ELIZABETH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay
We really enjoy staying at Hotel Nelson. It is clean, updated and cafe is great. The only down side was the lift was not working but probably the exercise did us good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yu Jin Andre

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location within walking distance to Bub’s fish n chips, sea breeze hotel and naked alley cafe. On location cafe - Little Nel is perfect for their coffee and meal offerings. Best hotel by far in Nelson Bay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Great room comfortable beds good pressure shower could do with coffee pods instead of instant
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had an amazing stay at Hotel Nelson as a solo traveller. Staff were very friendly and accomodating. The Little Nel cafe next door is great. I would definitely stay again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little place very affordable, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

GAVIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalija, Cromer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome little overnight stay for a fun family getaway! Hotel was lovely. Right in the thick of everything and soo cozy. We loved it
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Godly

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best place to stay in Nelson bay
As always, my wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Nelson. We are always made feel so welcome and we truly love the comfort and beauty of the place. The owners have done such an amazing job on the renno’s.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ticks every box
Always a joy to stay here, Best beds, best shower and even a kitchenette and balcony, walk to everything.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Rooms renovated with great styling and had plenty of room. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location and very clean, tidy hotel. Convenient cafe on site. Would highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josephine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly and helpful staff
One-night of a road trip. Hotel close to the harbour and they let us park there while on dolphin trip in the morning. Convenient for shopping, had everything we needed and friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Fong Ming

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Nice property
The service at check in was excellent. The rooms needed a bit more maintenance. Some shelter is needed for the walkways to the rooms as it was raining when we were there.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great place in a good location
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate

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

8/10 Good

Wendy

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Francoise

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well located and with good amenities. The staff was very obliging and despite a power black out, we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clarence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay. Well above expectations!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In the centre of Nelson Bay walkable to tourist attractions
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying here, it’s close to so many places that you can easily walk to. Our friends even got a complimentary upgrade on their room, which they were stoked about. Super clean and decorated very cute!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Rajeev

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location
Great location, close to restaurants, shops and Marina. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024