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Moon River Motor Inn

3.0 star property
Riverside motel with seasonal outdoor pool and bar/lounge

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Exterior
Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (FS - Family Suite)
Restaurant
Reception
Seasonal outdoor pool

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$155
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov

Explore the area

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159 Smith Street, Kempsey, NSW, 2440
  • Place, Slim Dusty Heritage Centre
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Hat Head Beach
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Place, Horseshoe Bay Beach
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Airport, Port Macquarie, NSW (PQQ)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (FS - Family Suite)

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (FS - Family Suite)

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (FS - Family Suite)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Air-conditioning
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Coffee/tea maker
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Studio Apartment)

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Studio Apartment)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Air-conditioning
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Kitchenette
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Balcony (River View Room)

Standard Room, Balcony (River View Room)

Standard Room, Balcony (River View Room)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Balcony
Air-conditioning
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, Non Smoking, Balcony (Riverview Exec Room)

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Room, Non Smoking, Balcony (Riverview Exec Room)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Balcony
Air-conditioning
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Non Smoking, Balcony (River View Twin Room)

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Balcony (River View Twin Room)

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Balcony (River View Twin Room)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Balcony
Air-conditioning
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, Multiple Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Apartment - min. 3 nights)

Standard Suite, Multiple Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Apartment - min. 3 nights)

Standard Suite, Multiple Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Apartment - min. 3 nights)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Air-conditioning
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Kitchen
Refrigerator
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Beds

Twin Room With River View

Separate dining area
Air-conditioning
Heating
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3

Studio Apartment

Air-conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Kitchen
Refrigerator
  • Sleeps 5

Family Suite

Air-conditioning
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 5

Three-Bedroom Apartment

Balcony
Separate dining area
Air-conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 6

Queen Room Wih River View

Air-conditioning
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2

Twin Room

Separate dining area
Air-conditioning
Heating
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3

Standard Queen Room

Separate dining area
Air-conditioning
Heating
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2

About the area

Kempsey

At Moon River Motor Inn you'll be 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Wigay Aboriginal Culture Park and 3.5 km (2.1 mi) from Kempsey Museum. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi and LCD TVs. .The motel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a snack bar/deli. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Kempsey motel include Kempsey Golf Club and Slim Dusty Heritage Centre.
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What's nearby

  • Slim Dusty Heritage Centre - 8 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Crescent Head Country Club - 22 min drive - 26.0 km
  • Smoky Cape Lighthouse - 32 min drive - 37.5 km
  • Hat Head Beach - 33 min drive - 39.0 km
  • Horseshoe Bay Beach - 36 min drive - 40.2 km

Getting around

  • Kempsey Station - 2 min drive
  • Coffs Harbour, NSW (CFS) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Club - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sally’s Cafe & Espresso Bar - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Moon River Motor Inn

Riverside motel with seasonal outdoor pool and bar/lounge
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Moon River Motor Inn. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Kempsey motel.

  • 31 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Deli
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
Moon River Motor Inn offers 31 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. 24-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. This Kempsey motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Moon River Restaurant

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Moon River Motor Inn Kempsey
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Moon River Motor Inn?

Moon River Motor Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Moon River Motor Inn?

As of 9 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Moon River Motor Inn on 10 Nov 2025 start from AU$155.00, including 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 parking available at Moon River Motor Inn?

Yep, Moon River Motor Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Moon River Motor Inn?

The closest beach to Moon River Motor Inn is Killick Beach (16.2 km).

Does Moon River Motor Inn have a pool?

Moon River Motor Inn has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Moon River Motor Inn?

No, Moon River Motor Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Moon River Motor Inn?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Moon River Motor Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.