Port Stephens Motel offers a genuine seaside escape with a garden, arcade room, free WiFi, outdoor pool with sun loungers, and on-site motorized watercraft for enjoying the coastal setting.
Located in Nelson Bay, Port Stephens Motel is in the business district and near the beach. West Nelson Bay and Salamander Bay Square are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Fly Point Marine Reserve and Tomaree National Park. Toboggan Hill Park and Salamander Super Strike are also worth visiting. Kayaking, parasailing and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Nelson Bay travel guide
Port Stephens Motel provides amenities, such as a garden and an arcade/games room. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
Free self-parking
Express check-out, tour/ticket information and luggage storage
Motorised watercraft on-site and a banquet hall
Room features
All guest rooms at Port Stephens Motel offer comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift (single-level property)
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1 building
2 floors
Banquet hall
Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with digital channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Microwave
Refrigerator
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Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board on request
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 30
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 1.95 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (9:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Access code, staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Late check-out fee: AUD 30 (subject to availability)
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.95 per cent
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Property is also known as
Port Stephens Motor
Port Stephens Motor Lodge
Port Stephens Motor Lodge Nelson Bay
Port Stephens Motor Nelson Bay
The Port Stephens Motor Lodge Nelson Bay
Port Stephens Motel Nelson Bay
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Frequently asked questions
Does Port Stephens Motel have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Port Stephens Motel?
As of 7 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Port Stephens Motel on 11 Mar 2026 start from RM397, 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.
Is Port Stephens Motel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Port Stephens Motel?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Port Stephens Motel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Port Stephens Motel?
Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for AUD 30 (subject to availability).
Where is Port Stephens Motel located?
Situated by the sea, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay, Fly Point Marine Reserve and West Nelson Bay. Baptist Tabernacle and Tomaree National Park are also within 15 minutes.
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Reviews
Port Stephens Motel Reviews
8.0
Very good
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8.2
Cleanliness
8.8
Location
8.4
Staff & service
7.2
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 164 out of 496 reviews
10 - Excellent
164
Rating 8 - Good. 209 out of 496 reviews
8 - Good
209
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 496 reviews
6 - Okay
68
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 496 reviews
4 - Poor
35
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 496 reviews
2 - Terrible
20
Reviews
8/10 Good
Russell
19 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location, a good basic motel, friendly staff
The rooms are dated but for the price over Christmas was great. The room is clean and the bed sheets lovely and crisp. Loved the park area and seat on the hill next to the hotel for a quite time overlooking the bay.
SUSAN
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dianne
25 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We stayed 2 nights motel is very conveniently located in heart of Nelson Bay, 1 minute drive to Golf Course, motel clean and tidy had everything we needed, little dated but for the price perfect......can't fault it will be back for another trip..would recommend to those who are looking for convenient location.
Dianne
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
8/10 Good
Belinda
8 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely helpful staff. Fixed our shower head very quickly. Very comfortable bed.
Belinda
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
8/10 Good
Jacqueline
7 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
It was a clean room.
Jacqueline
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
8/10 Good
Adam
30 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, quiet and only minutes to the beach.
Adam
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
4/10 Poor
Cynthia
4 Dec 2025
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Staff was available and we could park our car after check out for 1,5h more. That was great.
However we found a big cockroach in the room and later on many smaller ones. although we have reported it we did not get another room or any compensation.after our stay we had to check our bags to make sure we did not take any cockroach with us. Altogether our stay was disappointing
Cynthia
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
8/10 Good
Rachel
20 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Was fine for what it was, the location was AMAZING! The bathroom could use some serious upgrading...there was rust and stuff around but all in all it was fine for a short stay. Bed was comfortable. One downside was that they were short by 2 car park spaces so if you get back late, you might not have a place to park. There is a gravel parking area behind the motel you can use, but that was pretty full too, only fit because I had a small car.
Rachel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
6/10 Okay
James
7 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Rooms are desperately small. But.... it is a very short walk into the marina and town and this redeems it. Outside areas need a good clean and pool furniture needs replacing urgently.
Air con worked. TV worked. Sheets and towels looked clean. Bed was ok. Good blockout curtains.
Badly in need of thorough deep clean and finish a refurb.
Clean and comfortable room well positioned in the Bay and good value for the area
Craig
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
8/10 Good
Sue
31 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It is an older Motel, it was clean and suited us for a few nights stay....handy to have the toaster and microwave....a easy walk down to the water and a nice park to sit in and take in the sea views.
I really enjoyed my stay, the room very clean, staff very friendly and was in walking distance to shops and marina, I would definitely stay there again
Clean rooms with everything that was needed was available. Comfortable bed, availability of a microwave to prepare a meal as required. Would stay again
Was a good little motel in the process of refurbishment. It was in good clean condition and serviced all our requirements. Parking, security and close to Nelson Bay centre of town and beaches. Price was excellent. Not luxury but real good value.