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Hotel Nelson

Property class: 4

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Located close to d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay and Nelson Bay Golf Club, Hotel Nelson provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. The on-site restaurant, Little Nel Cafe, offers breakfast, lunch, light fare and al fresco dining. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is £82
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept

Room options

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View all photos for Superior Studio, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with a view.

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • City view
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Queen Room, Town View

A narrow hallway with a wooden bench, a dark-colored cabinet with a plant, and a hanging coat rack.

Queen Room, Town View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • City view
  • 322 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Room, Garden View

A hotel room with two beds, a balcony, a dining area, and artwork on the walls.

Family Room, Garden View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 430 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern, well-lit room with a dining table, chairs, a sofa, and a kitchen area with a microwave.

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 430 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for King Spa Studio Deluxe

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, a lamp, and a sofa.

King Spa Studio Deluxe

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dishwasher, and a dining area with a white table and black chairs.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 1184 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Room Acc

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Family Room Acc

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Queen Room, Garden View

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a sofa, and a large window with curtains.

Queen Room, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Studio, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a balcony with a view, and framed artwork on the walls.

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Room

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white sink with a wooden countertop, and a large mirror.

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 473 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Apartment, Bay View

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a wooden shelf below, and a beige sofa with patterned cushions.

Deluxe Apartment, Bay View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 430 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Queen Room, Garden View

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

Queen Room, Garden View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 322 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in Nelson Bay, Hotel Nelson is in the city centre and near the beach. D'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay and Nelson Bay Golf Club are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Dutchmans Beach and Tomaree National Park. Anchorage Marina Port Stephens and Salamander Bay Square are two other places to visit that come recommended. Kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Nelson Bay travel guide
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1 Government Road, Nelson Bay, NSW, 2315

What's nearby

  • A beach with clear turquoise water, a sandy shore, and a large tree on the right.
    Dutchmans Beach
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Nelson Bay Golf Club
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Fly Point Marine Reserve
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • West Nelson Bay
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Zenith Cafe, Restaurant and Bar
    5 min drive
  • Crest Birubi Beach
    11 min drive
  • McDonald's
    5 min drive
  • Dolphin Watch Cafe
    7 min walk
  • Soul Origin
    5 min drive

About this property

Hotel Nelson

  • Upscale motel near d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay
  • Located close to Nelson Bay Golf Club and Dutchmans Beach, Hotel Nelson provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. The on-site restaurant, Little Nel Cafe, offers breakfast, lunch, light fare and al fresco dining. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
    • Free self-parking
    • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station and concierge services
    • 1 meeting room, tour/ticket information and smoke-free property
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Hotel Nelson boast comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Select Comfort beds and down duvets
    • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
    • 50-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
    • Fridges, electric kettles and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8 AM to 11 AM for a fee: AUD 5 to 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Little Nel Cafe

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Personal motorised watercraft

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Conference centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

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
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift (90 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1975
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with digital channels

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
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 15.0 per stay

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

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
Parking height restrictions apply

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Nelson have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Nelson?

As of 20 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Nelson on 13 Sept 2026 start from £82, 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.

Is Hotel Nelson pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel Nelson?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Hotel Nelson?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Nelson?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for AUD 20 (subject to availability).

Where is Hotel Nelson located?

Located in the heart of Nelson Bay, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay, Dutchmans Beach and Nelson Bay Golf Club. Tomaree National Park and Anchorage Marina Port Stephens are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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