Hotel Nelson

Motel with free parking, a quick walk to d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Outdoor pool, a heated pool, sun loungers

Apartment, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, down comforters, Select Comfort beds, desk

Breakfast and lunch served, alfresco dining

Hotel Nelson, near d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay, offers a peaceful garden, outdoor pool, and a coffee shop. Enjoy meals at Little Nel Cafe or relax on the sunny terrace. Guests consistently praise the helpful, attentive staff.

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Bar
Housekeeping
Room service

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 3 - Oct 4

Tomorrow

Oct 4 - Oct 5

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 10 of 10 rooms

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Smart TV

Select Comfort bed

Separate bedroom

Blackout drapes/curtains

Premium bedding

280 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Queen Room, Town View

Wonderful

Highlights

Balcony

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Refrigerator

Smart TV

Separate bedroom

Down duvet

Blackout drapes/curtains

322 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

1 bedroom, down comforters, Select Comfort beds, desk

Family Room, Garden View

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Kitchenette

Refrigerator

Smart TV

Select Comfort bed

Separate bedroom

430 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate dining area

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Kitchenette

Refrigerator

Smart TV

Select Comfort bed

Separate bedroom

430 sq ft
1 bedroom
Park view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

King Spa Studio Deluxe

Very good

Highlights

Balcony

Private hot tub

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Kitchenette

Refrigerator

Smart TV

Separate bedroom

484 sq ft
Park view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area

Private hot tub

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Smart TV

1184 sq ft
2 bedrooms
Park view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Family Room Acc

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Kitchenette

Refrigerator

Smart TV

Down duvet

Separate bedroom

Blackout drapes/curtains

Park view
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Family Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Kitchenette

Refrigerator

Smart TV

Select Comfort bed

Separate bedroom

Blackout drapes/curtains

473 sq ft
Sleeps 5
2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

Deluxe Apartment

Wonderful

Highlights

Balcony

Separate dining area

Private hot tub

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Kitchenette

Refrigerator

Smart TV

430 sq ft
1 bedroom
Bay view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Queen Room, Garden View

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Kitchenette

Refrigerator

Smart TV

Select Comfort bed

Separate bedroom

322 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Nelson Bay, Hotel Nelson is in the city center and near the beach. D'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay and Nelson Bay Golf Club are worth checking out 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 water skiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby.

Visit our Nelson Bay travel guide

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1 Government Road, Nelson Bay, NSW, 2315

What's nearby

d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
Nelson Bay Golf Club - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
Dutchmans Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
West Nelson Bay - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
Nelson Head Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪The Little Nel - ‬1 min walk
‪In House Kitchen - ‬5 min walk
‪Mavericks on The Bay - ‬3 min walk
‪Bluey’s - ‬3 min walk
‪Naked Alley - ‬2 min walk

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 sun loungers
Free self parking
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance, a porter/bellhop, and free newspapers
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff

Room features

All guestrooms at Hotel Nelson include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.

Other conveniences in all rooms include:

Select Comfort beds and down comforters
Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
Smart TVs with digital channels
Refrigerators, electric kettles, and heating

Similar properties

Pool
Hot Tub
Parking included
Air conditioning

$118 nightly

Oct 19 - Oct 20

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 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 motorized 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 center
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
Elevator (36 inch wide door)
Front entrance ramp
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom

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

Smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Limited room service
Refrigerator

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 available

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 15.0 per stay

Property payment types

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

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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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

National rating

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

Property is 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 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 Oct 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Nelson on Oct 13, 2025 start from $122.49, 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 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?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out 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).