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Located a 2-minute walk from Newcastle Golf Club and 11-minute drive from Newcastle Airport, Fern Bay Motel a licensed bar and a restaurant open for room service breakfast. Guests enjoy free WiFi, & BBQ facilities. All refurbished rooms feature a Smart TV. Free WiFi is provided. All rooms at Fern Bay Motel feature private bathrooms, air conditioning, Microwave, Mini Fridge, ironing facilities and tea/coffee making facilities. Guests at Fern Bay Motel can order beer, red/white wine or pre-mix drinks at the on-site bar. Breakfast and Room service breakfast available and needs to preordered with reception the night prior. Snacks, beverages, frozen dinners, and desserts available for purchase from reception during office hours. Buses leave every half hour outside the door (06:00 to 07:00 Mondays through Saturdays) for Stockton Ferry and a leisurely cruise to Newcastle CBD. Fern Bay Motel is a 20-minute drive from Newcastle city center and a 17-minute drive from Hunter Stadium. Sydney is a 2-hour drive away and free private parking is possible on site.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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1 twin bed
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2 twin beds
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1 twin bed
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1 queen bed
1 king bed
3 twin beds
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2 twin beds
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1 king bed
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2 queen beds
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1 twin bed
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2 queen beds
Deluxe Queen Room
2 queen beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
9.1
Location
8.6
Free Wifi
8.8
High score for Newcastle

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Greg
    Australia Australia
    the staff were very friendly and helpful the breakfast was good we will most defiently go back and stay there next time
  • Mathew
    Australia Australia
    Clean and spacious room, close to town, great value for money, and super friendly staff! Very thankful for John's welcoming positivity and special little gift he gave for our kids, which was very kind! Will be back again next time we are up in...
  • Leyanie
    Australia Australia
    Lovely room. Having a decent TV that could access Netflix was wonderful. The bed was very comfortable.
  • Greg
    Australia Australia
    Samuel did an outstanding job of ensuring our stay met our expectations. Thank you Samuel. The breakfast is great value.
  • Dattatray
    Australia Australia
    Spacious clean room with comfortable beds, WiFi, hot water.
  • Rebecca
    Australia Australia
    Clearly fairly new refurbishment. Very comfortable. The shower was amazing!
  • David
    Australia Australia
    The property was clean and bright. The bathroom and the products in the great rain shower, very nice. The bed is wonderful. So much so I’m going to renew my home mattress.
  • Vanessa
    United States United States
    The motel is in a good location for visiting Newcastle, it is only about 15 minutes drive. The room was quite small, although it was comfortable, and the breakfast was very good. Overall we enjoyed our stay.
  • Melissa
    Australia Australia
    Great value for money and very clean. Nice meals in the restaurant also.
  • Declan
    Australia Australia
    Clean, modern room. Very comfy bed. I would recommend staying here. Close to the airport

Area info

Amenities of Fern Bay Motel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden

Activities

  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge

Food & Drink

  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Snack bar
  • Bar

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Express check-in/out
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided

Safety & security

  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access

General

  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Languages Spoken

  • English

House rules
Fern Bay Motel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of AUD 200 is required on arrival. That's about $121. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Reception hours : open at 7AM - close at 9PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Fern Bay Motel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

A damage deposit of AUD 200 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Fern Bay Motel