10/10 Excellent
Adam
6 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Adam
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Nelson Palms Motel
2.0 star property
Motel in Nelson Bay with free parking
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Air conditioning
- Free WiFi
- Parking included
Explore the area
54 Shoal Bay Rd, Nelson Bay, NSW, 2315
- West Nelson BayPlace, West Nelson Bay3 min walk
- Nelson Head LighthousePlace, Nelson Head Lighthouse10 min walk
- Fly Point Marine ReservePlace, Fly Point Marine Reserve10 min walk
- Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)30 min drive
Room options
About the area
Nelson Bay
Nelson Palms Motel places you steps from Tomaree National Park and within a short 5-minute stroll of West Nelson Bay. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Plus you'll find gas grills, a picnic area and express check-in. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Nelson Bay motel include Shoal Bay Beach and Fly Point Marine Reserve.
What's nearby
- West Nelson Bay - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Shoal Bay Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Nelson Head Lighthouse - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Fly Point Marine Reserve - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Getting around
- Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 40 min drive
Restaurants
- In House Kitchen - 2 min drive
- Magnolia. - 18 min walk
- Atmos - 19 min walk
- Salt Bistro - 18 min walk
- Zenith Cafe, Restaurant and Bar - 18 min walk
About this property
Nelson Palms Motel
Motel in Nelson Bay with free parking
As a guest of Nelson Palms Motel, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine. WiFi is free in public spaces. Nelson Palms Motel also features a garden, a picnic area, and express check-in. Self parking is free.
This Nelson Bay motel is smoke free.
- 12 guestrooms or units
- Express check-in
- Express check-out
- Terrace
- Garden
- BBQ grill(s)
- Outdoor picnic space
- No smoking on site
Nelson Palms Motel offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Bathrooms include a shower.
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Free uncovered self parking on site
- Onsite parking options include a carport
Family friendly
- Travel cot
Conveniences
- Vending machine
- Virtual front desk
Outdoors
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Outdoor entertainment area
- Outdoor furniture
- 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 (single-level property)
- Stair-free path to entrance
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
More
- Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Food and drink
- Free bottled water
More
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Iron/ironing board
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Guests can choose to either self-clean the property prior to checkout, or pay an additional cleaning fee of AUD 250 (exact amount varies) at checkout
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Host will greet you, lockbox
Pets
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
- Cots (infant beds) are not available.
Payment types
Important information
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
- Cleaning deposit: AUD 150 per stay
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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.
A credit 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Property Registration Number 58008465325
We should mention
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
Frequently asked questions
Is parking available at Nelson Palms Motel?
Yep, Nelson Palms Motel has a free self car park.
Are there any beaches close to Nelson Palms Motel?
Yep, Nelson Palms Motel is a short 10-minute walk from Shoal Bay Beach.
Is Nelson Palms Motel family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as a gas grill and a picnic area, as well as travel cots in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Nelson Palms Motel is a hit with families.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Nelson Palms Motel?
No, Nelson Palms Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Nelson Palms Motel?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at Nelson Palms Motel?
No, pets are not allowed.
Nelson Palms Motel Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
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0
10/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
James
28 Nov 2025
Not what you think as an American. This motel
James
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Christine
Travelled with family
19 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a lovely stay, the place was clean and spacious, location worked well for us close but not too close to town, walking distance to local club for dinner. The only problem we had is the very loud water sprinklers came on during the night waking my daughter, and the games had missing pieces so we were unable to play mouse trap with my grandson. Beautiful spacious property, secluded and private. Only saw the staff once on arrival they were a bit rushed as not on site when we arrived and only by chance they popped in.
Christine
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025