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4.1 out of 5

"Lovely farm place for family " More

By a verified traveller on Tue 25 Jul 2023

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Hotel Description

At Hunter Valley Resort, you'll be connected to the convention center and 8 km (5 mi) from Hunter Valley Gardens. Highlights at this family-friendly hotel include 2 restaurants, a full-service spa, and a winery.

A day of pampering at Heavenly Hunter can include massages and body treatments. The restaurant, Matilda Bay Dining, serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Matilda Bay Brewhouse is the hotel's own brewpub, serving drinks along with lunch and dinner. Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, outdoor tennis court, kids' swimming pool, and pool loungers. 7 meeting rooms, conference space, and a business center are among the business amenities offered. Additionally, you'll find WiFi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe, and a snack bar/deli. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle.

With a stay at this 4-star Pokolbin hotel, you'll be 16.1 km (10 mi) from Hunter Valley Wildlife Park.

King Room

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
AU$154* Per night/room 28 Sep. - 29 Sep.

Spa Cottage

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Hunter Room

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

Hunter Valley Resort ratings based on 482 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
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Room cleanliness 4.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 3.5 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 3.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Hunter Valley Resort

Everyone (186) Couples (201) Business (1) Family (76)
4 out of 5

Posted by on 10 Sep. 2023

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5 out of 5
Lovely farm place for family

Posted by on 25 Jul. 2023

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3 out of 5

Posted by on 24 Jun. 2023

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4 out of 5

Posted by on 5 Jun. 2023

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5 out of 5
I love this place and the service, it’s my only place in Hunter valley.

Posted by on 25 Apr. 2023

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5 out of 5
Excellent family friendly accomodation great views and easy access to restaurant and tennis court from room, place was clean and tidy and well maintained quite and peaceful atmosphere on the property very scenic with a nice country feel.

Posted by on 21 Apr. 2023

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5 out of 5
Perfect place to stay for the night.

Posted by on 14 Apr. 2023

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1 out of 5
Terrible experience

Posted by on 30 Mar. 2023

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4 out of 5

Posted by on 26 Mar. 2023

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5 out of 5
Lovely surroundings and very quite

Posted by on 20 Mar. 2023

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Property Features

A winery is on site. Hunter Valley Resort offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor tennis court, and an outdoor pool. There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is available in public spaces for a fee. A business center and 7 meeting rooms are available. A children's pool, spa services, and a library are also featured at the family-friendly Hunter Valley Resort. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Hunter Valley Resort was completed in 2018. This 4-star Pokolbin hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 35 guestrooms or units
  • 7 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • Built in 1983
  • Winery on site
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Bar or lounge

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor tennis courts - 1
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities
  • Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
  • In-room childcare (surcharge)
  • Refrigerator
  • DVD player

Internet

Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge) , Internet access (surcharge)

Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Property shuttles: Airport shuttle
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Hunter Valley Resort offers 35 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature DVD players and minibars. Rooms open to patios. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. 40-inch LED televisions come with digital channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. In-room wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Private patio
  • Pillowtop beds
  • Minibar
  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • LED television
  • Digital channels
  • DVD player
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee maker
  • Shower and tub combination
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Childcare in room (surcharge)
  • Hair dryer
  • Designer toiletries
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Sound-insulated rooms
  • Exterior corridor access
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Wardrobe or closet

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Matilda Bay Dining - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.

Matilda Bay Brewhouse - Overlooking the garden, this brewpub specializes in Italian cuisine and serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Open daily.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Spa Services

  • Body treatments
  • Massages

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Check-in time ends at anytime

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 25.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 5.0 per day.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place. Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F. Social distancing measures are in place.

  • No lifts
  • Children stay free
  • Number of children who can stay for free – 2
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Children stay free - maximum age 11
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 19 per person
  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: AUD 10 per night (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: AUD 5 per hour (rates may vary)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 5.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 25.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Hunter Hotel Pokolbin
  • Hunter Valley Resort
  • Hunter Valley Resort Pokolbin
  • Resort Hunter Valley
  • Hunter Valley Hotel Pokolbin
  • Hunter Resort Pokolbin
  • Hunter Valley Resort Greater Newcastle/Pokolbin
  • Hunter Valley Resort Hotel
  • Hunter Valley Resort Pokolbin
  • Hunter Valley Resort Hotel Pokolbin

You should know

  • Pool access available from 8 AM to 6 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 11 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
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