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4.3 out of 5

"There was nothing I didn’t love! Staff were amazing, pool was amazing. I didn’t drive anywhere for 4 days. " More

By a verified traveller on Tue 22 Aug 2023

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Hotel Description

At Bannisters Port Stephens you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Salamander Bay and Soldiers Point Beach. Highlights at this hotel include 3 restaurants, a full-service spa, and an outdoor swimming pool.

A day of pampering at Spa Bannisters can include massages, body wraps, and mani/pedis. The seafood restaurant, Rick Stein at Bannisters, is open for lunch and dinner. Bannisters Terrace Bar is the hotel's own tapas bar, serving drinks along with lunch and dinner. Added amenities include free WiFi in public areas and a snack bar/deli. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking.

Places within a 30-minute walk of this 4-star Soldiers Point hotel include Soldiers Point Marina and Gir-um-bit National Park.

Classic Double Room, Garden View

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
AU$202* Per night/room 9 Oct. - 10 Oct.

Classic Double Room, Partial Ocean View

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View

Bed Count 2 King Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Luxury Suite, Bathtub, Ocean View

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Classic Studio, Partial Ocean View

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Classic Triple Room, Garden View

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Bannisters Port Stephens ratings based on 50 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.3 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.5 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Bannisters Port Stephens

Everyone (24) Couples (23) Family (3)
5 out of 5
There was nothing I didn’t love! Staff were amazing, pool was amazing. I didn’t drive anywhere for 4 days.

Posted by on 22 Aug. 2023

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5 out of 5
Very well looked after at bannisters by staff at my third stay here

Posted by on 9 Aug. 2023

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5 out of 5
loved our stay

Posted by on 26 Jul. 2023

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3 out of 5
Overpriced rooms. Three star hotel at five star price. No SPA hot tub

Posted by on 6 Jun. 2023

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5 out of 5

Posted by on 16 May 2023

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3 out of 5
Average standard. Not as secluded as we thought. Over-rated. We left an Apple phone charger in the room, but it never went to lost & found. We never got it back!

Posted by on 11 Feb. 2023

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5 out of 5
Such a beautiful location. The room was lovely and spacious. I particularly liked the cushions for the chairs on the balcony. All the staff we met were extremely helpful and friendly.

Posted by on 22 Jan. 2023

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5 out of 5
The place was absolutely beautiful and clean. Staff service was excellent and very helpful always.

Posted by on 8 Jan. 2023

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5 out of 5
I like the look and feel of the place. The staff were very courteous and helpful. The restaurant is one of the best in the area.

Posted by on 20 Nov. 2022

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5 out of 5
Restaurant options. Problematic parking.

Posted by on 20 Nov. 2022

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Property Features

Bannisters Port Stephens offers its guests a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Spa services, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at Bannisters Port Stephens. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. This 4-star Soldiers Point hotel is smoke free.

  • 78 guestrooms or units
  • 3 dining venues
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave (on request)

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking , Parking (limited spaces)

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Bannisters Port Stephens offers 78 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and microwaves can be requested.

  • Private balcony
  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • Smart television
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave available
  • Coffee maker
  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Exterior corridor access
  • Climate control (air conditioning)

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy continental breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Rick Stein at Bannisters - This seafood restaurant serves lunch and dinner.

Bannisters Terrace Bar - This tapas bar serves lunch and dinner. Open select days.

The Tavern - This family restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Open select days.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

Spa Services

  • Body treatments
  • Facial treatments
  • Number of treatment rooms 5
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Body wraps
  • Body scrubs
  • Massages
  • Minimum age to access spa is 18

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at 9:00 PM

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM. 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 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 48 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 7:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 125 per night.

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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. 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; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; temperature checks are available to guests; guests are provided with hand sanitizer. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • Debit cards
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • Security system
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are 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
  • Contactless check-out is available

Fees

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 35 for adults and AUD 35 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 125 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

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

Hotel Names

  • Bannisters Port Stephens Hotel Soldiers Point
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  • Bannisters Stephens Solers Po
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You should know

  • Pool access available from 6:30 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.