Admiral Nelson Motor Inn
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16-18 Gowrie Ave, Nelson Bay, NSW, 2315
We invite you to come and relax with us amongst the beautiful surroundings of Nelson Bay, in the heart of Port Stephens. Nelson Bay is an exciting holiday destination with a friendly village community consisting of interesting shops and restaurants, a range of leisure activities around the area and only 2 1/2 hours drive from Sydney, this is Sydney's Secret getaway destination. The Admiral Nelson Motor Inn is under 15 years old & has been freshly renovated with rooms that Offer 42" & 32" TV's new beds & more, it is nestled in a quiet location amongst the white sandy beaches and sparkling clear waters of Nelson Bay and Shoal Bay.
The Admiral is a classy modern contemporary two-storey property with 24 suites offering luxury accommodation with room service breakfast. You are only a short stroll to Little Beach, CBD and Marina shopping precincts, The New Nelson Bay Wests Diggers Club is only 400m, and the many attractions 'the Bay' has to offer.
You and your family can relax in the salt water swimming pool or laze on your own sunny upper level balcony.
The Admiral will guarantee you enjoy a comfortable, relaxing stay as well as our warm, friendly hospitality.
We can arrange your dolphin, whale-watching and 4WD experiences.
We welcome groups, coaches and corporate clients.
Telephone and Internet Access in suites.
Fax service at Reception.
Off street parking
From 2:00pm
Early check-in is available if room is ready.
Key collection for early & late check-in is available by arrangement.
Reception Hours
Check out from 7:30am till 10:30am Check in from 2:00pm til 7:00pm
Phone reservation open 8:00Am to 8:00Pm 7Day
Children 2-12years are charged $20.
Extra adults guest is charged $40 per night.
Nelson Bay is the largest town and overlooks the port and busy Marina.
Although the waterways, sand dunes and their rich biodiversity are the major attractions in Port Stephens, the area has so much to offer for everyone. Imagine boom netting with one of the over 160 resident Bottlenose dolphins in the 'Dolphin Watch Capital of Australia'; observing koalas in their natural habitat or the magnificent humpback whales (from May to November); exploring the massive coastal desert wilderness of the Stockton Bight sand dunes (only a 10 min drive awaw) on a quad bike adventure or 4WD tour, or riding a sand-board.
Swim, surf, or relax at one of the 26 golden sandy beaches; snorkel or scuba dive (learners and experienced) in pristine unspoiled waters; or take a scenic walk in the beautiful Tomaree National Park.
Other activities include horse and camel riding, parasailing, safe boating and sailing, fantastic fishing (including game and deep sea), local wineries, jet skiing, kayaking, Toboggan Hill Park, produce farms, Oakvale Farm & Fauna World, cinemas, sporting and social clubs, tenpin bowling, tennis, golf courses and driving range.
Enjoy shopping at the wonderful selection of surf-wear shops, furniture and local art shops, and touristy type shops.
In November, Nelson Bay hosts the Taste of the Bay food and wine festival.
Dine at one the exquisite restaurants or cafes, or picnic by the water's edge.
By car:
From Sydney: Distance 220kms; approx 2.5hrs drive North via the F3 Freeway. At the end of the Freeway, turn right at the roundabout, following the sign 'Hexham & Pacific Highway' (BP Service station and Hungry Jacks will be on your next left). The road will veer to the right and merge with the New England Highway after which you should merge to the left lane following the sign 'Taree & Pacific Highway', which will direct you over the Hexham bridge. Travel 1km then take the right turn onto Tomago Road. You are still a good 45 minutes away. Continue towards the roundabout intersecting Nelson Bay Road, turn left and follow Nelson Bay Road to Nelson Bay. Continue through Nelson Bay past the marina following the signs to 'Shoal Bay' onto Shoal Bay Road. Pass the RSL Club on your left, then turn left at the roundabout into Gowrie Ave and left into the Admiral - Welcome!
By bus:
Port Stephens coaches run a daily service to Nelson Bay departing Eddy Avenue Central Station Sydney at 2pm and stopping along the way. This service leaves for Sydney at 9am daily.
By Air:
Flights are arriving and departing daily to and from Newcastle Airport at Willaimtown (25mins drive to Nelson Bay) from Brisbane, Melbourne, Canberra, Sydney, Cooloongatta, NSW North Coast (Taree, Port Macquarie, and Coffs Harbour). The Airport now hosts a great range of airlines such as Virgin Blue, Jetstar, Aeropelican, Brindabella, and Qantaslink. Port Stephens Coaches run a regular service between the Airport and Nelson Bay.
Rail:
CityLink/CountryLink provides services in and out of Newcastle from all over New South Wales. Port Stephens Coaches provide a pick up service from Newcastle Station to Nelson Bay on a regular basis.
Hire Cars:
Available from Newcastle Airport and Nelson Bay.
Maximum Guests: 4
ADMIRAL SUITE- (Upstairs) balcony, Recently renovated Spacious deluxe suite contains a Queen bed and lounge, kitchen sink, crockery, cutlery, tea/coffee, microwave oven, r/c a/c,New beds New 42"TV, FOX, Wi/Fi, iron & ironing board, ensuite with walk in shower, hairdryer, Non smoking
Maximum Guests: 4
ADMIRAL SUITE- TWO NIGHTS MINIMUM (Upstairs) balcony, Recently renovated Spacious deluxe suite contains a Queen bed and lounge, kitchen sink, crockery, cutlery, tea/coffee, microwave oven, r/c a/c,New beds New 42"TV, FOX, Wi/Fi, iron & ironing board, ensuite with walk in shower, hairdryer, Non smoking
Maximum Guests: 4
ADMIRAL SUITE- THREE NIGHTS MINIMUM (Upstairs) balcony, Recently renovated Spacious deluxe suite contains a Queen bed and lounge, kitchen sink, crockery, cutlery, tea/coffee, microwave oven, r/c a/c,New beds New 42"TV, FOX, Wi/Fi, iron & ironing board, ensuite with walk in shower, hairdryer, Non smoking
Maximum Guests: 5
DELUXE FAMILY SUITE-(Upstairs or downstairs) Recently renovated 2 Bedroom Spacious deluxe suite contains 1 Queen bed and 3 Long Single bed, kitchen sink, crockery, cutlery, tea/coffee, microwave oven, r/c a/c,32"TV, FOXTEL Second TV in Queen Bed room FOXTEL, WiFi available, iron/board, ensuite with walk in shower, hairdryer, non smoking.
Maximum Guests: 5
DELUXE FAMILY SUITE- TWO NIGHT MINIMUM (Upstairs or downstairs) Recently renovated 2 Bedroom Spacious deluxe suite contains 1 Queen bed and 3 Long Single bed, kitchen sink, crockery, cutlery, tea/coffee, microwave oven, r/c a/c,32"TV, FOXTEL Second TV in Queen Bed room FOXTEL, WiFi available, iron/board, ensuite with walk in shower, hairdryer, non smoking.
Maximum Guests: 5
DELUXE FAMILY SUITE- THREE NIGHT MINIMUM (Upstairs or downstairs) Recently renovated 2 Bedroom Spacious deluxe suite contains 1 Queen bed and 3 Long Single bed, kitchen sink, crockery, cutlery, tea/coffee, microwave oven, r/c a/c,32"TV, FOXTEL Second TV in Queen Bed room FOXTEL, WiFi available, iron/board, ensuite with walk in shower, hairdryer, non smoking.
Maximum Guests: 4
DOUBLE SUITE - (Downstairs). Recently renovated 1 Bedroom Spacious deluxe suite contains a Queen bed and lounge, kitchen sink, crockery, cutlery, tea/coffee, microwave oven, r/c a/c, 32"TV, FOXTEL, Wi/Fi available, iron & ironing board, ensuite with walk in shower, hairdryer, Non smoking
Maximum Guests: 4
DOUBLE SUITE, TWO NIGHT MINIMUM - (Downstairs) Room for two nights. Recently renovated 1 Bedroom Spacious deluxe suite contains a Queen bed and lounge, kitchen sink, crockery, cutlery, tea/coffee, microwave oven, r/c a/c, 32"TV, FOXTEL, Wi/Fi available, iron & ironing board, ensuite with walk in shower, hairdryer, Non smoking.
Maximum Guests: 4
DOUBLE SUITE, THREE NIGHTS MINIMUM - (Downstairs) Room for two nights. Recently renovated 1 Bedroom Spacious deluxe suite contains a Queen bed and lounge, kitchen sink, crockery, cutlery, tea/coffee, microwave oven, r/c a/c, 32"TV, FOXTEL, Wi/Fi available, iron & ironing board, ensuite with walk in shower, hairdryer, Non smoking.
Maximum Guests: 4
FAMILY SUITE -(Downstairs) Recently renovated 2 Queen + 2 Singles Spacious deluxe groundfloor suite contains a Queen bed and 2 Long Single beds, kitchen sink, crockery, cutlery, tea/coffee, microwave oven, r/c a/c, 32" TV, FOXTEL, Wi/Fi available, iron/board, ensuite with walk-in shower, and hairdryer. Non smoking
Maximum Guests: 4
FAMILY SUITE - TWO NIGHT MINIMUM (Downstairs) Recently renovated 2 Queen + 2 Singles Spacious deluxe groundfloor suite contains a Queen bed and 2 Long Single beds, kitchen sink, crockery, cutlery, tea/coffee, microwave oven, r/c a/c, 32" TV, FOXTEL, Wi/Fi available, iron/board, ensuite with walk-in shower, and hairdryer. Non smoking
Maximum Guests: 4
FAMILY SUITE - THREE NIGHT MINIMUM (Downstairs) Recently renovated 2 Queen + 2 Singles Spacious deluxe groundfloor suite contains a Queen bed and 2 Long Single beds, kitchen sink, crockery, cutlery, tea/coffee, microwave oven, r/c a/c, 32" TV, FOXTEL, Wi/Fi available, iron/board, ensuite with walk-in shower, and hairdryer. Non smoking
Maximum Guests: 3
TWIN SUITE -(Upstairs or downstairs) Recently renovated 1 Bedroom Spacious deluxe suite contains one Queen bed and one Long Single bed, kitchen sink, crockery, cutlery, tea/coffee, microwave oven, r/c a/c,32"LED TV, FOXTEL, WiFi available, iron/board, ensuite with walk in shower, hairdryer, non smoking.
Maximum Guests: 3
TWIN SUITE - TWO NIGHT MINIMUM (Upstairs or downstairs) Recently renovated 1 Bedroom Spacious deluxe suite contains one Queen bed and one Long Single bed, kitchen sink, crockery, cutlery, tea/coffee, microwave oven, r/c a/c,32"LED TV, FOXTEL, WiFi available, iron/board, ensuite with walk in shower, hairdryer, non smoking.
Maximum Guests: 3
TWIN SUITE - THREE NIGHT MINIMUM (Upstairs or downstairs) Recently renovated 1 Bedroom Spacious deluxe suite contains one Queen bed and one Long Single bed, kitchen sink, crockery, cutlery, tea/coffee, microwave oven, r/c a/c,32"LED TV, FOXTEL, WiFi available, iron/board, ensuite with walk in shower, hairdryer, non smoking.