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Admiral Nelson Motor Inn
Byron Bay & North Coast - NSW · Australia
16-18 Gowrie AvenueView location
9.0/10Excellent448 Reviews
Cleanliness9.2/10 9.2
Service9.0/10 9.0
Comfort8.8/10 8.8
Condition8.6/10 8.6
Location8.4/10 8.4
Neighborhood8.8/10 8.8
Value8.4/10 8.4
Amenities8.4/10 8.4
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About Admiral Nelson Motor Inn
Enjoy stunning views from the terrace at the Admiral Nelson Motor Inn in Nelson Bay, just a short walk from West Nelson Bay and Nelson Head Lighthouse. This motel offers complimentary Wi-Fi, tour/ticket assistance, a picnic area, and barbecue grills. Dine at the snack bar/deli or enjoy room service.
Free self-parking is available on-site. The 24 air-conditioned rooms feature kitchenettes equipped with refrigerators and microwaves, along with coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Daily housekeeping is provided.
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Located in Nelson Bay, Admiral Nelson Motor Inn is near the beach, a 4-minute walk from West Nelson Bay and 13 minutes by foot from Nelson Head Lighthouse. This motel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay and 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from Nelson Bay Golf Club.
Make yourself at home in one of the 24 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Popular amenities
Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Check-in and check-out
Check-in from
3:00 PM
Check-in until
7:00 PM
Check-out until
11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age
18
Hotel policies
Beach nearby
No cribs (infant beds) available
Professional property host/manager
Pets not allowed
Cleaning and safety
Sanitization
Contactless check-out is available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO
Important information
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You need to know
- Contactless check-out is available.
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Special Instructions
The front desk is open during the following times:
- Monday - Saturday: 7:30 AM - 7:30 PM
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Instructions
- 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
- 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
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Minimal age
18
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Optional fees
- Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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Spoken Language
Thai
Japanese
English
Nearby attractions
Tomaree National Park
0.1 km / 0.1 mi
West Nelson Bay
0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Tomaree Community Hospital
0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Little Beach
0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Shoal Bay Beach
0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Nelson Head Lighthouse
1 km / 0.7 mi
Fly Point Marine Reserve
1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruises
1.4 km / 0.9 mi
D'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay
1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Baptist Tabernacle
2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Nelson Bay Golf Club
2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Tomaree Head
2.5 km / 1.6 mi
Zenith Beach
2.6 km / 1.6 mi
Dutchmans Beach
2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Wreck Beach
2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Hotel facilities & services
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- Total number of rooms: 24
- hotel
- Car park
- Check-in hour
- Check-out hour
- Wi-fi
- Room service
- Laundry service
- 24-hour securityExtra charge
- Terrace
- BBQ facilities
- Grill/BBQ
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- BarExtra charge
- Smoking areaExtra charge
- Outdoor freshwater pool
- Picnic
- Snacks
- Non-smoking establishment
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Golf practice facilityExtra charge
Meal plans
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DOUBLE DELUXE QUEEN BEDDOUBLE • DELUXE QUEEN BEDDBL.DX-QN
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- Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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- DOUBLE
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- DELUXE QUEEN BED
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DOUBLE DELUXE QUEEN BED
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- DELUXE QUEEN BED
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SUITE DELUXESUITE • DELUXESUI.DX
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- SUITE
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- DELUXE
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SUITE DELUXE
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- SUITE
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- DELUXE
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SUITE TWO BEDSSUITE • TWO BEDSSUI.2B
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SUITE DELUXE QUEEN BEDSUITE • DELUXE QUEEN BEDSUI.DX-QN
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- Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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- SUITE
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- DELUXE QUEEN BED
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- DELUXE QUEEN BED
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SUITE THREE BEDSSUITE • THREE BEDSSUI.3B
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- SUITE
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- THREE BEDS
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Room code: SUI.3B
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SUITE QUEEN SIZE BEDSUITE • QUEEN SIZE BEDSUI.QN
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- QUEEN SIZE BED
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SUITE QUEEN SIZE BED
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- SUITE
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- QUEEN SIZE BED
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SUITE STANDARDSUITE • STANDARDSUI.ST
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- Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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- SUITE
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- STANDARD
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SUITE STANDARD
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- Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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- SUITE
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- STANDARD
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Room code: SUI.ST
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Guest reviews
What other guests saying about Admiral Nelson Motor Inn
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Donna
We stayed here for an overnight stop. The motel was very clean, our room was big and comfortable with a great shower and balcony. Wests diggers is very close for dinner, although non member rates for meals were quite dear. The motel had a nice looking pool and parking was easy. Area quiet. Would recommend a stay here.
Jessica
Paper thin walls meant there was lots of noise all through the night.
Amenities are very old & in need of repair. Toilet ran for 5 minutes every time it was flushed and sink taps left a black residue all over the sink everytime they were used.
Amenities are very old & in need of repair. Toilet ran for 5 minutes every time it was flushed and sink taps left a black residue all over the sink everytime they were used.
Stephen
All of above
Jennifer
Very clean basic room.
Walking distance to Wests Diggers.
Has small kitchenette with tea and coffee supplies.
Walking distance to Wests Diggers.
Has small kitchenette with tea and coffee supplies.
Christine
Spacious clean room, free onsite parking, great location. Friendly and helpful staff. We had a very pleasant stay at this property and would stay again.
Trudy
No shops and yes the air conditioning is good
Vincent
Only ok. Nothing bad, just everything not great.
Poor wifi, hard bed, mediocre shower, thin walks so noisy. Annoyance at check-in asking for a physical CC which no one carries any longer.
Positives are good location walk to beach and restaurants/club.
For the price I’ll be looking elsewhere.
Poor wifi, hard bed, mediocre shower, thin walks so noisy. Annoyance at check-in asking for a physical CC which no one carries any longer.
Positives are good location walk to beach and restaurants/club.
For the price I’ll be looking elsewhere.
David
Our room had two doors for entry and exit. One of them didnt have the resistance as the other for our 3yr old and she kept opening and escaping. Bought it up with the front desk and there was nothing they could do to assist with the problem. Also wifi was not good, couldn't sign into any streaming networks, fridge had broken shelfs. Had no bbqs to cook with as you can't cook inside your room.Staff was nice, room was clean and decent. Beds were comfortable. Location was good.
Susan
Clean room staff friendly and helpful
Lucette
Clean, very friendly staff, good price. It was actually quite relaxing there.
Ernest
Room was spotless, and receptionist very helpful. Furnishings were what we wanted and were able to watch TV sitting on lounge and not a bed. Also had crockery and cutlery we needed as well as microwave. Would stay there again.
Eun
The staff was very kind. Free parking and just a few minutes to the bay and beaches, a good price to stay. The building is a little bit old, but very clean and neat inside. If I visit this area, I would stay again willingly.
PIERRE
as above
Mick
All good
Benjamin
A1
Perfect
Dipak
Good job
Sharon
Handy to the waterfront and marina
Rod
It was close to public transport
Sally
Great spot. Close to shops and water.
Adam
Great service with a smile.
Great place to stay, super friendly staff with a real Balinese feel.
Hakan
Very nice
Peter
The room was large comfortable, clean and more than adequate !! A good location for what we wanted to do, and the whole process was easy and simple. Thanks you. The late checkout was a bonus.
Long
No issue
It is good. No issue.
Paul.
The air conditioner didn't work and they put us in room 13 , and the doors rattled .
Raymond
Nice clean quiet place to stay for short while .
Donna
Lovely staff, clean and comfortable facilities.
Allyson
A clean and comfortable bed in a decent sized room with table and chairs, and a two seater lounge chair as well. Clean bathroom.
Steven
Nice surprise that it was better than expected. Clean well equipped kitchenette and comfortable room.
Chloe
A little dated, but perfectly fine for our overnight stay. Bed was amazingly comfortable & the fluffy blankets were very nice! Good hot shower too.
Geoff
A bit far out of the main area of town
Phillippa
Only 3 minutes by car to the ocean. Very comfortable and quiet. Just what I needed!
Lara
Great motel
Sevdail
Whate was leaking from toilet paper
ANGELA
THE ROOM IS ENOUGH SIZE FOR MY FAMILY
THE ONLY PROBLEM THAT WE CAN SEE IS THE POWER POINT BECAUSE THERE IS ONLY ONE IN THE WHOLE ROOM
THE ONLY PROBLEM THAT WE CAN SEE IS THE POWER POINT BECAUSE THERE IS ONLY ONE IN THE WHOLE ROOM
Carol
Comfortable and quiet stay in Shoal Bay
We had 3 nights here as as base for the Tomaree Cpastal Walk. Very comfortable, quiet and spacious. It's looking a bit old but it was clean and had a small kitchenette with sufficient equipment for our stay. A few minutes drive to Shoal Bay itself. Had some cheeky feathered visitors in the morning. Would definitely stay here again.
Carolyn
Friendly service
michael
A nice place to stay and a reasonable price
Phil
Nice quiet unit, friendly staff, will definitely return in future
Brian
Place was clean and well maintained. Staff were courteous and pleasant. Overall an enjoyable stay for two nights. Would stay again.
Ruth
This is a lovely place to stay . Close to everything
Dave
We had a very comfortable 2 night stay
The staff were very friendly, the room was basic but all we needed for a relaxing weekend away
We will definitely stay there again
The staff were very friendly, the room was basic but all we needed for a relaxing weekend away
We will definitely stay there again
Pamela K
One Night Stay at the Bay
Just a one night stay, accommodation very comfortable and convenient to Wests Club and Little Beach. The club has very good meals at reasonable prices and is a very short walk away.
John
The property was well maintained and the room was comfortable and clean. Great value for money.
Sujatha
Good service
Caryn
I found the property to be extremely clean and it smelt very fresh.
Thomas
Clean and tidy
Deborah
the room was very neat and clean, the bed was excellent, so comfortable, staff friendly and ready to help with any requirements. Such a lovely place, will stay there again.
Jan
Our room was spotlessly clean 10/10 to housekeeping.
Pratheep
The room was good and clean. Value for money.
Jen
Great spot, clean room and building, relaxed, large bathroom with grab rails.
Frank
My second stay, very handy to wests club
Russell
Nice and comfortable
Margaret
It was neat and clean and very convenient for what we wanted.
NENEN
Room for improvements.
The front desk staff has poor customer service skill (not welcoming).
My children found ants under their pillows.
I saw and killed a cockroach.
The cleaning staff took the cushions and placed them on floor.
Beds where poorly tidied during our stay there with the exception of the first day.
My children found ants under their pillows.
I saw and killed a cockroach.
The cleaning staff took the cushions and placed them on floor.
Beds where poorly tidied during our stay there with the exception of the first day.
Niluka
I would love to have some small fresh milk packets in the room or to buy from reception.
Gail
MOTEL IS IN A CONVENIENT LOCATION - 10 MINUTE WALK TO LITTLE BEACH. RSL IS 5 MINUTE WALK AND THERE IS A NICE CHINESE RESTUARANT ACROSS THE ROAD. MOTEL IS SMALL AND SO IS THE POOL. ROOMS ARE DATED BUT CLEAN.WALLS AND FLOORS ARE NOT SOUND PROOF SO YOU CAN HERE PEOPLE IN NEXT ROOM OR UP ABOVE - ESPECIALLY WHEN THEY GO IN THE SHOWER OR GO TO TOILET AND FLUSH. OK FOR A SHORT STAY BUT BE PREPARED
Matthew
Great little motel good location nice place
Geoffrey
Overall this property has a pleasant and inviting atmosphere for a small complex and I certainly would stay here again.
Chris
We have never stayed at this motel before. We were pleasantly surprised. We were surprised by the motel as it was very clean, the room was spacious and the area was very quiet. Check in was efficient and quick. Close to all amenities and only a few minutes drive from the centre of Nelson Bay.
We will certainly stay at this motel on our next visit to Nelson Bay. It was an excellent stay.
We will certainly stay at this motel on our next visit to Nelson Bay. It was an excellent stay.
John
John's stay
There are birds that flew on to the balcony, and we fed with lorikeet bars. Very natural
Brian
There was nothing to complain about. The room was clean, comfortable bed. The staff was very obliging. Loved the kitchenette. Oh! there was one thing the TV reception was poor.
Jack
Persoal remarks on my stay at the Admiral Nelson.
Could not fault anthing for cleanliness. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Prices were reasonable for the area. Heavy or torrential rain highlighted the need for some maintenance on the outside of the premises, mainly inadequate down spòuts or in some cases the need for them. Sorry no photo's.
Deanna
The property was clean and very central. Fabulous for a night or a longer stay.
Doug
Close to town and beaches. Pool was clean and parking was easy.
Nicholas
Excellent location, very comfortable
Ngari
Really lovely, peaceful vibe. Clean and crisp....great stay
Diane
So clean! Very impressed. Good position for walking around too
Daniel
Central Location, clean and tidy
Narelle
Lovely staff very friendly
Would highly recommend
Would highly recommend
Gloria R
Our stay was very pleasant and friendly
Joel de la
The location is great, very close to major venue at Port Stephens (Toboggan Hill Park, the marina, Anna Bay)
The room was comfortable though did not like the lack of powerpoints, had to use powerboard and extension cords which is a safety risk.
Disappointed the pool was shut down, why have this in summer?
The room was comfortable though did not like the lack of powerpoints, had to use powerboard and extension cords which is a safety risk.
Disappointed the pool was shut down, why have this in summer?
Rob
Good clean property, great for a break.
Rhonda
I have stayed at this property several times. It was clean although I found the floor of the bathroom to be a bit gravely. Not enough power points for current technology. Time to upgrade.
Maggie
The cleanliness of the place
Susan
So clean, check-in easy.
Comfortable bed
Comfortable bed
Verified traveler
Staff and service was great
Samuel
Simple and clean
Great. Overnight for a wedding, basic, simple and clean.
Verified traveler
Cute place!
Perfect location 👌
Perfect location 👌
Verified traveler
Beds were good and place was clean and well maintained. Staff were friendly
Verified traveler
Very clean and the staff are very helpful,My friend and I have a good time staying.Definitely staying there gone.
Verified traveler
a comfortable motel but its starting to show its age
Verified traveler
Was centrally located to all nearby amenities and easy to access
Verified traveler
Spacious room. Quiet. Comfortable bed. Friendly staff. Clean.
Monica
Very clean and quiet. Close to restaurants and club.
Verified traveler
Good location and very clean and comfortable. Staff were great
John
very friendly staff.
clean rooms.
it would be good to offer cooked meals menu
clean rooms.
it would be good to offer cooked meals menu
Stacey
Very friendly staff and very clean, neat & tidy room.
Chad
We have stayed here a number of times with a young family. The location is fantastic being an easy walk to the beach, water or the harbour. Great restaurants in close proximity.
Always clean with helpful and friendly staff.
Highly recommended.
Always clean with helpful and friendly staff.
Highly recommended.
Sylwia
Looks like Bali. Was clean and quiet. Aircon doesn't work. The place is outdated and needs renovations. Good enough if other places are booked out
Verified traveler
ice place to stay
Place is good to stay for night or two.
Internet is very slow and they don't have Foxtel for movies
Kogan TV got limited smart TV functionality.
Internet is very slow and they don't have Foxtel for movies
Kogan TV got limited smart TV functionality.
Verified traveler
Sometimes when you stay at a motel you find a hidden gem that does everything a little better than the opposition. This is one of those motels and the thai theme puts that little extra on the cake. Dennis and Violet
Barry
Quick overnight stay
Easy access, great parking close to room
Very quiet and clean
Easy access, great parking close to room
Very quiet and clean
Verified traveler
Owner is an abusive intimidating narcissistic rude person who treats his guests like utter garbage and has no respect for anyone including his wife. Will not be staying here again and intend on taking this further. Expedia need to know this info to help other guests.
Verified traveler
Very clean and tidy........ close to everything. Would stay again
Verified traveler
Room has kitchinette
Good points
* Room has kitchenette with sufficient eating utensils
* Clean
* About 1 km to Nelson Bay CBD
Bad points
* On checkin the man at the front desk was busy and went away without acknowleging our presence
* the cleaning staff aren't told which rooms have already checked out, so they need to knock on all the doors
* Room has kitchenette with sufficient eating utensils
* Clean
* About 1 km to Nelson Bay CBD
Bad points
* On checkin the man at the front desk was busy and went away without acknowleging our presence
* the cleaning staff aren't told which rooms have already checked out, so they need to knock on all the doors
Mel
Extremely clean, quiet and beds and pillows super comfy. Great breakfast and great location without being right in the hustle and bustle. 10 minute walk to great family beach. Would definitely stay again.
Verified traveler
very clean - pleasant ambience - quiet - staff friendly & efficient
Verified traveler
Great location, room was spacious and clean. Will definitely stay there again
Barb
Property was very clean, quiet and in a good location. It was a shame the pool wasn’t open for use as we specifically chose a place with a pool and were unable to use it but overall a good place to stay.
Verified traveler
Quiet motel and convenient . Good location off the main strip.
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Admiral Nelson Motor Inn
16-18 Gowrie Avenue, Port Stephens, Australia
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