Fern Bay Motel

Name: Fern Bay Motel
Address: 1024 Nelson Bay Road, Fern Bay, Fern Bay, New South Wales, Australia, Fern Bay, New South Wales, Australia
Rating: 8.4

"Convenient location"

"Convenient parking"

"Rooms were clean and comfortable"

"Well-sized rooms"

"Staff provided great service"

Amenities

Parking
Non-Smoking Rooms
Garden
Golf Course (nearby)
Picnic Area/Tables
Designated Smoking Area

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Property description

Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as a television in a common area and a picnic area. Additional amenities at this motel include barbecue grills and a vending machine.

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Guest reviews

8.4

Very good

Based on 1,361 verified reviews

Who stays here?

Business

16%

Couple

49%

Family

27%

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What guests think

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

At Fern Bay Motel, guests consistently highlight clean, recently renovated rooms, friendly service, easy parking, and convenient access to Newcastle Airport and the nearby golf course, making it a practical stop for short stays and early flights.

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Eldon

27 Feb 2026

Stayed 1 night

Excellent rooms. Spacious and comfortable

Shane

19 Jan 2026

Stayed 3 nights

Room was bigger than expected and a pleasant surprise.

Brendan

6 Jan 2026

Stayed 1 night

Fantastic accomodation

Charlie

1 Dec 2025

Stayed 1 night

Clean and comfortable and helpful, friendly staff.

Michael

11 Nov 2025

Stayed 2 nights

Staff were friendly. Good access to the area. Room was comfortable.

1024 Nelson Bay Road, Fern Bay, Fern Bay, New South Wales, Australia

Location

Located in Newcastle (Fern Bay), Fern Bay Motel is within a 15-minute drive of University of Newcastle and Newcastle International Sports Centre. This golf motel is 8.5 mi (13.7 km) from Newcastle Showground and 9.5 mi (15.3 km) from Stockton Sand Dunes.

Hunter Wetlands National Park(0.2 Miles)

Newcastle Golf Club(0.3 Miles)

Worimi Regional Park(0.3 Miles)

Stockton Sandspit(1 Miles)

Stockton Beach(1.8 Miles)

Walsh Point Reserve(3 Miles)

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Property policies

Check-in instructions

Everything you need to know for a smooth check-in.

Check-in

Check-out

From 14:00 to 23:00

Before 10:00

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FAQs

Yes, parking is available on-site and is free. However, it is limited, so guests are encouraged to arrive early.

Yes, cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee ranging from approximately AUD 6 to 20 per person.

Check-in is from 2:00 PM until 11:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and should be arranged in advance.

The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Guests are encouraged to contact the property for specific accessibility needs.

The motel is situated in Fern Bay, approximately 15 minutes from the University of Newcastle and Newcastle International Sports Centre. Nearby attractions include Hunter Wetlands National Park (0.2 km), Newcastle Golf Club (0.4 km), and Stockton Beach (2.9 km).

Yes, children are welcome at the property. There is no specified minimum age for children to stay for free.

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