Admiral Nelson Motor Inn
16-18 Gowrie Avenue
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Why people book this hotel
“Very clean Big tv Great location”
“Good location when you have a car but we wanted to go and have some drinks with …”
“The room was very comfortable”
“Comfortable, quiet & reasonably well positioned”
“On site parking Friendly and helpful staff Clean room and toilet Attention to de…”
“Good clean comfortable no frills accomdation at a reaonable price”
“We loved the location and price Staff lovely”
“Friendly staff”
“The price was reasonable even during the busy holiday period”
“An older building, but good value in terms of price”
“Easy to find plenty of parking”
Overview
Offering a peaceful location in the picturesque Nelson Bay, the Admiral Nelson Motor Inn offers modern luxury accommodation with free WiFi, free BBQ and an outdoor saltwater swimming pool. The property is 200 metres walk from West’s Diggers RSL Club. The Admiral Nelson Motel is situated 500 metres from a range of dining options, and only 750 metres from the white sandy beaches and sparkling clear waters of Shoal Bay or Little Beach. It is a 10-minute walk to Nelson Bay Lighthouse. Each suite is air-conditioned and includes a 50-inch or 55-inch 4k Smart TV with Netflix, a kitchenette with a microwave and tea/coffee making facilities. Most suites have a private balcony. Room service is available for breakfast and guests have access to a shared laundry. Free off-street car parking is offered. The tour Desk we can arrange dolphin and whale-watching cruises. Interconnecting rooms are available.
Traveller reviews
Kay
extended_group
May 31, 2026
“Great for a night stay”
Very clean Big tv Great location
Emily
extended_group
May 23, 2026
“Good location, comfortable for a night stay”
Good location when you have a car but we wanted to go and have some drinks with dinner but we’re too far to be able to walk back and Ubers are limited/expensive
Linda
couple
May 17, 2026
We loved the location and price Staff lovely
Angela
family_with_children
May 8, 2026
“Relaxing”
Friendly staff. Beautiful kept motel. The room was very comfortable. I would highly recommend it
Daniel
couple
May 7, 2026
“Arrived late & departed early. Timely message re key. Very seamless & well organised.”
Comfortable, quiet & reasonably well positioned
Atul
family_with_children
May 5, 2026
“Great stay”
Atul
family_with_children
May 5, 2026
“Great stay”
Michael
couple
May 4, 2026
“Very comfortable”
Easy to find plenty of parking. Well presented very comfortable rooms got a good nights sleep
CHRISTOS
solo_traveller
May 3, 2026
“Excellent value for money stay at beautiful motor inn!”
On site parking Friendly and helpful staff Clean room and toilet Attention to detail in room and inn Offered all the appliances required Good location Quiet area
Narelle
couple
April 27, 2026
“Fantastic”
All excellent
Steven
solo_traveller
April 15, 2026
“Great no frills accomodation at a good price”
Good clean comfortable no frills accomdation at a reaonable price.
Glenda
couple
April 13, 2026
“very comfortable and relaxing”
good position great staff
kevin
solo_traveller
April 12, 2026
Location between shoal bay and nelson bay easy to walk to little beach bed was great and comfy
Yeawon
family_with_children
April 11, 2026
“Location is great but it is not the best place for family.”
The customer service from staff was great. The room was clean.
Zhichang
family_with_children
April 9, 2026
The room was very clean and quiet. The price was reasonable even during the busy holiday period. The location is about 1.5 km from the beach, and there is a park nearby that is great for running. It was a nice experience.
Ian
solo_traveller
April 6, 2026
“Recommended for those after a relaxing stay who don't need water views”
Great little place to stay. Room very clean and well maintained. An older building, but good value in terms of price. Liked the location outside of main centre of Nelson Bay
Kelly
couple
April 6, 2026
“The staff were very polite and helpful. Happy to return for a short stay”
Great location. Dated but very clean & suited our needs for our 2-night stay
Masum
family_with_children
April 2, 2026
All good.
Christian
family_with_children
March 30, 2026
“Ok”
Price 7 Location
Belinda
solo_traveller
March 29, 2026
“The room was very clean, birds outside really lovely. Loved the balcony”
I felt safe being on my own and I liked the view and balcony. I liked the music playing in the main areas
Facilities
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible, Toilet with grab rails, Lower bathroom sink
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Snack bar, Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
General
Minimarket on site, WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Heating, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area
Internet
WiFi, Internet services, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture, Picnic area, Outdoor pool, BBQ facilities, Sun terrace, Outdoor pool (seasonal)
Parking
Street parking, Accessible parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Free parking, Parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Pool and wellness
Swimming pool, Swimming Pool, Salt-water pool, Sun loungers or beach chairs
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Access to health care professionals, Face masks for guests available, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available
Self check-in
Check-in kiosk in the lobby, Lockbox key collection at the property
Services
Daily housekeeping, Room service, Laundry, Express check-in/check-out, Tour desk, Fax/photocopying
Deluxe Family Suite
These renovated suites feature a separate bedroom, living area with 32-inch or 42-inch TV, a 2nd TV in the main bedroom, en suite bathroom with walk-in shower and WiFi internet access. Please note there is no capacity for additional guests.
Family Suite
This renovated suite is located downstairs and features a 50-inch or 55-inch 4K Smart TV with Netflix, tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer and walk-in shower. Please note there is no capacity for additional guests.
Deluxe Queen Suite
Located upstairs, this renovated suite features a private balcony and a 50-inch or 55-inch 4K Smart TV with Netflix. It also includes ironing facilities and a bathroom with a hairdryer. Please note that the rate is based on 2 guests. Maximum occupancy is 4 guests (see Hotel Policies)
Queen Suite
This renovated suite features a 50-inch or 55-inch 4K Smart TV with Netflix, ironing facilities, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and hairdryer. Please note that the rate is based on 2 guests. Maximum occupancy is 4 guests (see Hotel Policies).
Suite
These renovated suites feature a 50-inch or 55-inch 4K Smart TV with Netflix, bathroom with walk-in shower, kitchen sink and microwave. These suites can be located either upstairs or downstairs. Please note there is no capacity for additional guests.
Hotel Policies
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