Tea Gardens Motel

3.5 star property

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Aerial view
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool loungers
BBQ/picnic Area
Separate bathtub and shower, jetted bath, free toiletries, hair dryer
Club Triple Room

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
The current price is AU$145
includes taxes & fees
14 June - 15 June

Explore the area

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2 Yalinbah Street, Tea Gardens, NSW, 2324
  • Place, Tea Gardens-Hawks Nest Bridge
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Jean Shaw Koala Reserve
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Pelican Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

King Spa Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Club Triple Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Queen Spa Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Garden View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Tea Gardens

At Tea Gardens Motel you'll be 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Tea Gardens-Hawks Nest Bridge and 2.2 km (1.4 mi) from Jean Shaw Koala Reserve. Highlights at this motel include indoor private hot tubs, free WiFi and patios. .The motel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to a playground. Additionally, you'll find a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Continental breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 8:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Tea Gardens motel, you'll be 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Pelican Park and 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from Hawks Nest Golf Club.

What's nearby

  • Tea Gardens-Hawks Nest Bridge - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Jean Shaw Koala Reserve - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Pelican Park - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • University of Newcastle - 49 min drive - 87.7 km
  • Newcastle International Sports Centre - 57 min drive - 93.8 km

Getting around

  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Magnolia. - ‬62 min drive
  • ‪Tea Gardens Boatshed - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Dolphin Watch Cafe - ‬62 min drive
  • ‪Hook N Cook - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Benchmark on Booner - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Tea Gardens Motel

Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Tea Gardens Motel. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Tea Gardens motel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 31 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Tea Gardens Motel offers 31 air-conditioned accommodations with indoor private hot tubs and DVD players. Rooms open to patios. Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with in-room jetted baths, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Tea Gardens motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. LCD televisions come with digital channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM for a fee: AUD 10 to 40 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Sign language-capable staff
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 1 floor
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 110.00 per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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 10 to 40 per person
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Club Inn Motel
Tea Gardens Club
Tea Gardens Club Inn Motel
Tea Gardens Best Western
Tea Gardens Country Club Motel
Tea Gardens Country Club
Tea Gardens Motel Motel
Tea Gardens Motel Tea Gardens
Tea Gardens Country Club Motel
Tea Gardens Motel Motel Tea Gardens

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Tea Gardens Motel?

Tea Gardens Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Tea Gardens Motel?

As of 13 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tea Gardens Motel on 14 June 2026 start from AU$145, 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 Tea Gardens Motel?

Yep, Tea Gardens Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Tea Gardens Motel?

The closest beach to Tea Gardens Motel is Jimmys Beach (3.7 km).

Does Tea Gardens Motel have a pool?

Tea Gardens Motel has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

What makes Tea Gardens Motel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus Hot tubs in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Tea Gardens Motel.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Tea Gardens Motel?

Yep, all rooms come with private hot tubs.

Does Tea Gardens Motel serve breakfast?

Yeah, continental brekkie is available daily between 7:00 AM and 8:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Tea Gardens Motel?

No, Tea Gardens Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Tea Gardens Motel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Tea Gardens Motel?

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

Are pets allowed at Tea Gardens Motel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Tea Gardens Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 152 out of 418 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 175 out of 418 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 418 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 418 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 418 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stop over
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tea Gardens Motel was perfectly positioned for our stay, our room was on the shady side which meant we slept well, the air con was very welcoming as it was quite warm.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A good budget option for 1 night. Room was a bit dark but had everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We found the motel clean and the staff very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
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8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location short drive to the beach and shops
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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8/10 Good

Ganesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice tidy place, I found it comfortable & clean place to stay. I would definitely stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed, Country Club next door, good food at the club, quiet location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great restaurant friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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8/10 Good

MARK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacey & clean. Walking distance to club which had very nice Chinese food. Staff were friendly & helpful. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Love the quiet, scenic area and the spa bath was bliss after a long week.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I always stay at the Tea Gardens Motel now when I am in the area and my Support Worker and Myself really like it’s charm
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stop off the highway
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

Leisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Facilities and amenities excellent,
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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8/10 Good

Jessi

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great budget motel, rooms were large and clean. For the price you pay I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and well equipped and staff were friendly. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff,easy access,good parking space.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Amir Hossein

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great motel. Clean, quiet and small but good pool.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean quiet and pretty good location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved this accomodation- friendly staff, beautiful outlook to the garden, spacious room and peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

excellent stay

Really great apartment, loved it
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful, relaxing and convenient to amenities.
Verified

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location with comfy king size bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023