Cardiff Motor Inn

3.5 star property
3.5-star motel in Cardiff

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Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub, Garden Area (Deluxe Spa Suite) | Living area | 24-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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15 Munibung Rd, Cardiff, NSW, 2285
  • Place, Hunter Ice Skating Stadium
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Macquarie
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Speers Point Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room (Standard Double)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed, Jetted Tub, Garden Area (Deluxe Spa Suite)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Two Bedroom Unit (2BU)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Large Two Bedroom Unit (L2BU)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Premium Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mobility Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Newcastle

Cardiff stay.Your stay at this Cardiff motel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Hunter Ice Skating Stadium and Extreme Go karts. Twin Creeks Reserve and Kindyerra Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Hunter Ice Skating Stadium - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Lake Macquarie - 7 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Speers Point Park - 7 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • The Lake Macquarie Variety Playground - 7 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Blackbutt Reserve - 9 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • Cardiff Station - 12 min walk
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Warners at the Bay - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Raj's Corner - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪House - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Cardiff Motor Inn

3.5-star motel in Cardiff
Cardiff Motor Inn offers its guests a garden, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. WiFi is free in public spaces. Cardiff Motor Inn also features room service (during limited hours) and express check-out. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Newcastle motel is smoke free.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Cardiff Motor Inn offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and coffee/tea makers. These individually furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. 24-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

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 ceiling fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 24-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (8:00 AM - 8:00 PM) and Sunday - Sunday (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses some solar energy
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. This property uses solar energy. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Cardiff Motor Inn
Cardiff Motor
Cardiff Motor Inn Motel
Cardiff Motor Inn Cardiff
Cardiff Motor Inn Motel Cardiff

Frequently asked questions

How close is Cardiff Motor Inn to the airport?

Cardiff Motor Inn is 21.8 mi (38-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 Cardiff Motor Inn?

As of Jun 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cardiff Motor Inn on Jun 16, 2026 start from $126, including 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 Cardiff Motor Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Cardiff Motor Inn.

How close is Cardiff Motor Inn to the beach?

This motel is 10 mi (25-min drive) from Newcastle Beach and 6.6 mi (20-min drive) from Burwood Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Cardiff Motor Inn offer free breakfast?

Cardiff Motor Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Cardiff Motor Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Cardiff Motor Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Cardiff Motor Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Cardiff Motor Inn have a pool?

Cardiff Motor Inn does not have a pool.

Does Cardiff Motor Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Cardiff Motor Inn to downtown Newcastle?

Cardiff Motor Inn is 7.3 mi away from Newcastle.

Cardiff Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 187 out of 300 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 95 out of 300 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 300 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 300 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 300 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Yavuz

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, great staff , big room perfect for family of 5.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Norm

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa-May

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfortable- staff were lovely- great place for a stopover
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well kept and clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, well-maintained, good size room and lovely bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying here spa was great will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Julie-anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly staff very clean and spacious and close walking distance to clubs MacDonalds and Cardiff shops
Fish ponds
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
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10/10 Excellent

SUE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
bed was amazing, large room will be my go to when staying in area
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

chris

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just walking distance to rsl for a drink and a meal
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Mathew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Had a good stay at this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Esther

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would recommend staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice large room with good natural ventilation.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy book in, and convenient to main centres
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
pleasant reception quite surprised as its an older motel but tastefully refurbished very clean and tidy. small things that count real toilet paper. recommend for an over night traveller being close to club for a meal and mcdonalds for breakfast.
Stayed 0 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Value for money, convenient location, quiet, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly staff, located close to dinner options.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were extremely friendly, room was very tidy, great attention to detail.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff where great, quite location
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great clean accommodation. Very helpful staff will book again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great size room and very clean. Would definitely stay there again if in the area.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eddie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very large room and bathroom,very friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice motel, very quiet, near 2 clubs for dinner options
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

BERNARD

Liked: Amenities
Would stay there again if in the area. Room was well set out & very clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked property would stay again next time we are in Newcastle
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024