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Hotel Nelson

4.0 star property
Motel with outdoor pool, near d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay

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Front of property – evening/night
1 bedroom, down duvets, Select Comfort beds, desk
Point of interest
Breakfast and lunch served, al fresco dining
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, pool loungers
Nestled near d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay, Hotel Nelson offers a warm welcome with a garden, coffee shop/cafe, and outdoor pool. Indulge in al fresco dining at Little Nel Cafe or unwind on the sun-kissed terrace. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Pool

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness centre
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Conference centre
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Front desk safe

Feel at home (6)

  • Fridge
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is S$121
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug

Room options

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1 bedroom, down duvets, Select Comfort beds, desk

Family Room, Garden View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, down duvets, Select Comfort beds, desk

Family Room Acc

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Select Comfort bed
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, down duvets, Select Comfort beds, desk

Queen Room, Garden View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, down duvets, Select Comfort beds, desk

Queen Room, Town View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Select Comfort bed
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, down duvets, Select Comfort beds, desk

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Smart TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Living area

Deluxe Apartment

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Private kitchen

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
  • 110 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, down duvets, Select Comfort beds, desk

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Select Comfort bed
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, down duvets, Select Comfort beds, desk

King Spa Studio Deluxe

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
  • 45 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Bathroom

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Map
1 Government Road, Nelson Bay, NSW, 2315

What's nearby

  • d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Nelson Bay Golf Club - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Dutchmans Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • West Nelson Bay - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Nelson Head Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Little Nel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Two Bobs Bakery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪In House Kitchen - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mavericks on The Bay - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Naked Alley - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Nelson

When visiting Nelson Bay, Hotel Nelson is a great choice to consider. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Little Nel Cafe, which serves breakfast and lunch. A bar/lounge, a fitness centre and a snack bar/deli are other highlights. The helpful staff and location get good marks from fellow travellers.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 39 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
    • Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
    • On-site parking includes off-street options
    • Free off-site parking nearby
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8 AM–11 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Personal watercraft (motorised)
  • Beach nearby
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Conference centre

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1975
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Fitness centre
  • An outdoor pool
  • Heated pool
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 90
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Smart television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Down duvet
  • Blackout curtains
  • Selected Comfort mattress

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

Little Nel Cafe – This café serves breakfast, lunch and light fare. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting).

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 5 to 25 per person
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of AUD 20 (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Cots/infant beds are available for AUD 15.0 per stay

Parking

  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

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.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These 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.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club

National rating

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

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

Does Hotel Nelson offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Nelson does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Hotel Nelson?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Nelson?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Nelson?

Yes, there's free self parking. Electric car charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Nelson?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of AUD 20 (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Hotel Nelson and nearby?

Have fun with activities such as cycling, fishing and hiking, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the motel's other amenities, which include a fitness centre and a picnic area. Hotel Nelson also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Nelson?

Yes, Little Nel Cafe offers al fresco dining.

What's the area around Hotel Nelson like?

Hotel Nelson is in the heart of Nelson Bay, a short 4-minute walk from d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay and 11 minutes' walk from Dutchmans Beach. Travellers say that this motel is in a good location.

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Hotel Nelson Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Room
Location
Cafes
Bed
Breakfast
Food
Towns
Store
Marina

What guests liked

  • Breakfast at the adjacent cafe was consistently described as delicious and fantastic. (5 reviews)
  • The property is located close to the beach with lovely views. (4 reviews)
  • Parking was available on site and within walking distance, making it convenient and easy to get around. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nice hotel after we finally found it. Nice modern room with good facilities and comfortable bed. Lovely cafe attached which served a great breakfast. Short walk to a great pub and other restaurants. Would stay again.
Robyn, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Quiet location this time of year. Surprised to find most shops were shut before 4pm though. Hotel was central and minutes from the bay 👍
Daniel, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Our room was lovely and the hotel is close and walkable to everything. There is also a cafe on site which is handy. Staff very friendly.
Denise, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excellent stay!
2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The hotel is unique with lovely views on the local surfing beach and quiet.
Barbara, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

An average hotel. Other than soundproofing, everything is fine.
Di, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location, very comfortable, lovely coffee and food. Just a lovely place to stay.
ANNETTE, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We had a great stay and we will be back soon!
Megan, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Pool was great, room was perfect
brian, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Comfy spacious room, super friendly staff and convenient having cafe on site!
Annique, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

This place is nice and
Nguyet, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

modern clean accommodation within walking distance of a number of dining options
Robert, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Close to restaurants, nicely renovated. Lovely rooms
Melanie, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Easy to marina, restaurants, shops, pub.
Ian, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

This hotel is an absolute gem, beautiful clean spacious rooms, beds are so comfortable and lovely staff and all at a great price in the centre of town. Lucky to be staying here for two nights. Great view also.
Helen, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

We had a great stay at Nelson Hotel. It was central to everything, pool was lovely. Will definitely stay again
Denise, 3-night trip

8/10 Good

Small apartment but super clean and close to the main road and the marina
Fernanda, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great place to stay with the family.
Natalia, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location, free Netflix, clean and tidy
Dale, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

This place is fabulous!I took the garden room. Big king bed bedroom, but then roomy lounge room and garden courtyard. I can’t recommend this place enough!
anne, 3-night trip

8/10 Good

Central location nearby everything
Helen, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Clean. Friendly staff. Convenient to everything
Greg, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Clean and pleasant to stay, close to everything you need
Sozan, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excellent service and cleanliness
Michael, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The property was quite lovely, well styled and functional and practical. Loved how central it was to the Main Street and the water too. Will definitely be back!
Michelle, 1-night trip