Location:

Port Stephens Motor Lodge is located at 44 Magnus Street (cnr Fingal Street) Nelson Bay. We are located approx 500 metres from the Post Office. Entering Nelson Bay, go past the Bowling Club and Golf Club by taking Stockton Street, then Dowling Street. Turn left at the T intersection with Fingal Street. You will then see our "hibiscus on water" signpost.

Facilities:

• Bar/Fridge
• Barbecue area
• Car Parking
• Concierge services
• Cot
• Hair Dryer
• Internet Access
• Non smoking establishment
• On-site manager
• Picnic Facilities
• Quality Linen
• Queen Bed
• Room service
• Swimming pool
• Tour desk

Check-in Time:

2 pm

Check-out Time:

10 am

Children & Extra Guest Policy:

Each additional adult is charged at $22 per person per night. Each additional child (up to 16 yrs) is charged at $11 per night. Cots are available for $11 per night.

Reception Information:

Office hours are from 8am to 7pm. If you are planning to arrive after 7pm please contact us and we will arrange access. Check in time is 1400 hours with check out the following morning at 1000 hours. We will be pleased to vary these times as required if accommodation booking demands permit flexibility. Please talk to us about your needs.

Business Facilities:

Fax machine and internet connection are available for business use.

Car Parking:

A shaded undercover off-street parking space is provided for each motel unit.

Things to do:

Swim in the pool which is situated to enjoy morning sun and afternoon shade. BBQ your lunch or dinner. Gather with your family, friends, or other guests in the courtyard area. Read a book from our little swap library.

Local Attractions:

Why come here? Nelson Bay is the main town for Port Stephens and it would be hard to find anywhere better equipped for aquatic pursuits - plus a great array of shopping, accommodation and dining options. On the town's doorstep within the sheltered arms of the bay there are safe, calm beaches that are ideal for small children, while the coastal beaches just a five-minute drive away are washed by booming waves. The diving and snorkelling here is exceptional. Just east of Nelson Bay, the tiny promontory of Fly Point is an aquatic reserve with prolific marine life. Divers have another superb site just off the coast at Broughton Island, with such outstanding features as the ?Looking Glass', a split that runs through the middle of the island, crowded with marine life. To the south of Nelson Bay, Stockton Beach has the country's largest coastal dune system, stretching for more than 30 km to the northern outskirts of Newcastle. History Chinese fishermen established a camp here early in the 1800s. A post office and a school were built later in the century, but it was not until well into the 20th century that Nelson Bay became a popular tourist destination. The area was also an important strategic military site during World War 2 Things to do - Take a dolphin-watch cruise and marvel at the antics of these aquatic acrobats. - Hand feed the blue gropers at the Fly Point-Halifax Park Aquatic Reserve. - Spend the day at Dutchies Beach, the perfect place for family getaways. - Shop for a bargain, boutiques,markets and galleries are in abundance - Throw a line in off the public jetty, charter a fishing boat - Play Golf at one of Australia's most picturesque courses, Nelson Bay Golf Club Events - The Festival of Whales in June celebrates the beginning of the annual whale migration along Australia's east coast. The festival includes art, music, displays, street entertainment and daily whale-watch cruises. - Country Music Festival held during the June long weekend - Xmas and New Year celebrations and fireworks - Annual Food and Wine Festival held in November Don't miss - The views from the walking trails of Tomaree National Park. - The local oysters, fresh from the bay. - The canoe trees at Little Nelson Beach. - The lighthouse and buildings at Nelson Head. - The view from Gan Gan Lookout.

Getting There:

By Plane: We are only 20 mins car or cab ride from Williamtown Airport. By Car: Entering Nelson Bay from Nelson Bay Rd, go past the Bowling Club and Golf Club by taking Stockton Street which continues as Dowling Street. Turn left at the T intersection with Fingal Street. You will then see our "hibiscus on water" signpost. By Train: Alight at Newcastle Railway Station and take a Port Stephens Coach. Asked to be dropped at Port Stephens Motor Lodge, Cnr of Magnus St & Fingal St. By Bus: Port Stephens Coaches pick up from Sydney, Gosford & Newcastle. Sydney & Gosford passengers need to prebook their seats.