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Fern Bay Motel

3.0 star property
Motel with a bar, in the vicinity of University of Newcastle

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Comfort Double Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes
Property grounds
Bar (on property)
Property grounds
Reception
Located near the University of Newcastle, Fern Bay Motel combines relaxation with convenience. Guests can play 18 holes of golf in beautiful gardens, enjoy cold drinks at the bar, and connect with WiFi in their rooms. The property offers express check-in and check-out services.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Comfort Twin Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Comfort Twin Room

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Comfort Double Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Comfort Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Economy Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Economy Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Quadruple Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Family Quadruple Room

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
1024 Nelson Bay Road, Fern Bay, NSW, 2295

What's nearby

  • University of Newcastle - 12 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Newcastle Showground - 13 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Newcastle Civic Theater - 14 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Newcastle Beach - 16 min drive - 8.4 miles
  • John Hunter Hospital - 17 min drive - 8.6 miles

Getting around

  • Waratah Station - 11 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Guzman Y Gomez - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Fairmont Diner - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Equium Social - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪General Washington Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mayfield Corner Cafe - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Fern Bay Motel

Motel near University of Newcastle
Located close to Nobbys Head Beach and Newcastle Civic Theater, Fern Bay Motel provides an adjacent golf course, a garden, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar.
Other perks include:
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and express check-out
  • Express check-in, a vending machine, and barbecue grills
  • A TV in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms at Fern Bay Motel have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like desk chairs and WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and free cribs/infant beds
  • Showers and hair dryers
  • Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, patios, and refrigerators

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: AUD 6 to 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 floor
  • 3 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 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
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive after 9 PM must contact this property 24 hours in advance for check-in instructions.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 6 to 20 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Newcastle Links Motel Fern Bay
Newcastle Links Motel
Newcastle Links Fern Bay
Newcastle Links
Newcastle Links Hotel
Fern Bay Motel Motel
Newcastle Links Motel
Fern Bay Motel Fern Bay
Fern Bay Motel Motel Fern Bay

Frequently asked questions

Is Fern Bay Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Fern Bay Motel ?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fern Bay Motel ?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Fern Bay Motel located?

Located in Fern Bay, this golf motel is within 9 mi (15 km) of University of Newcastle, Newcastle International Sports Centre, and Newcastle Showground. Stockton Sand Dunes and John Hunter Hospital are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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