Is parking available at the property?

Yes, complimentary parking is available on-site. However, parking is limited.

Does the property allow pets?

Pets are not allowed at the property. Service animals are exempt from this policy.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in time starts at 15:00 and ends at 19:00. Check-out time is at 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.

What accessibility features does the property offer?

The property features limited wheelchair accessibility, including some accessible facilities in public areas.

Where is the property located?

The property is located in Nelson Bay, near the beach and key attractions such as D'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay and Nelson Bay Golf Club. It is also close to natural sites like Nelson Head Lighthouse and Mount Tomaree.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

Yes, there is a seasonal outdoor swimming pool available for guests.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.

What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?

Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee, but cribs are not available at the property. Extra-person charges may apply depending on property policy.

Admiral Nelson Motor Inn - Nelson Bay Accommodation

Average nightly price at Admiral Nelson Motor Inn by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$177
February	US$129
March	US$126
April	US$135
May	US$107
July	US$104
August	US$98
September	US$109
October	US$116
November	US$122
December	US$136

What guests think

At Admiral Nelson Motor Inn, reviewers highlight consistently clean rooms and a convenient location near beaches, the marina and Wests Club, with simple facilities like kitchenettes and a small pool meeting basic needs.

Rooms are comfortable and sometimes spacious, though decor can feel dated and a few guests mention noise or maintenance issues. Service is generally welcoming, with occasional check-in frustrations. Overall, expect a straightforward, good-value stay.

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Facilities

Facilities are basic but useful: several rooms include kitchenettes or microwaves with utensils, the pool is small yet clean, and parking is available.

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10

Brian

26 Feb 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Place was clean and well maintained. Staff were courteous and pleasant. Overall an enjoyable stay for two nights. Would stay again.

6

Gail

13 Mar 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

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

10

Carol

26 Mar 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

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.

8

Ernest

25 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

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.

10

Eun

5 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

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.

10

Donna

18 Oct 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Lovely staff, clean and comfortable facilities.

8

Brian

21 Feb 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

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.

10

Doug

19 Jan 2023

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Stayed 19,374 nights

Close to town and beaches. Pool was clean and parking was easy.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is a consistent strong point, with many guests describing rooms as spotless and well maintained.

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Brian

26 Feb 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Place was clean and well maintained. Staff were courteous and pleasant. Overall an enjoyable stay for two nights. Would stay again.

8

Jan

22 Oct 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Our room was spotlessly clean 10/10 to housekeeping.

10

Caryn

17 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I found the property to be extremely clean and it smelt very fresh.

10

Jack

16 Feb 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

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.

10

Carol

26 Mar 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

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.

8

Ernest

25 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

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.

10

Eun

5 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

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.

10

Pratheep

12 Jul 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was good and clean. Value for money.

10

Deborah

29 Oct 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

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.

8

Thomas

16 Jan 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Clean and tidy

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Rooms

Rooms are comfortable and sometimes spacious, though decor can feel dated and a few guests mention noise or maintenance issues.

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Chloe

17 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

A little dated, but perfectly fine for our overnight stay. Bed was amazingly comfortable & the fluffy blankets were very nice! Good hot shower too.

6

Gail

13 Mar 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

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

8

Russell

12 Jun 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice and comfortable

10

Chris

6 Mar 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

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.

6

Paul.

18 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The air conditioner didn't work and they put us in room 13 , and the doors rattled .

6

ANGELA

31 Mar 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

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

6

Vincent

10 Feb 2026

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Stayed 1 night

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.

10

Carol

26 Mar 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

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.

10

Eun

5 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

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.

8

Brian

21 Feb 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

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.

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Service

Service is friendly and helpful across many reviews, with occasional front-desk or check-in frustrations.

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10

Brian

26 Feb 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Place was clean and well maintained. Staff were courteous and pleasant. Overall an enjoyable stay for two nights. Would stay again.

8

Sujatha

19 Jan 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Good service

8

Carolyn

22 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly service

6

NENEN

12 Apr 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

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.

6

Vincent

10 Feb 2026

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Stayed 1 night

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.

10

Jack

16 Feb 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

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.

10

Adam

6 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great place to stay, super friendly staff with a real Balinese feel.

8

Ernest

25 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

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.

10

Eun

5 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

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.

10

Deborah

29 Oct 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

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.

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Location

Convenient for beaches, marina, shops and Wests Club, with much walkable; a few reviews note it is a short drive from the main hub.

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10

Diane

18 Oct 2022

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Stayed 3 nights

So clean! Very impressed. Good position for walking around too

8

Deanna

7 Feb 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The property was clean and very central. Fabulous for a night or a longer stay.

10

Pamela K

8 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

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.

10

Chris

6 Mar 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

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.

8

Sharon

22 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Handy to the waterfront and marina

6

Geoff

4 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

A bit far out of the main area of town

6

Vincent

10 Feb 2026

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Stayed 1 night

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.

10

Sally

19 Feb 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great spot. Close to shops and water.

8

Rod

14 Mar 2025

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Stayed 25 nights

It was close to public transport

10

Doug

19 Jan 2023

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Stayed 19,374 nights

Close to town and beaches. Pool was clean and parking was easy.

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Dining

Not enough information in reviews.

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Niluka

9 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I would love to have some small fresh milk packets in the room or to buy from reception.

10

Pamela K

8 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

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.

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Admiral Nelson Motor Inn

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