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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, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk
Property grounds
Property grounds
Golf
Reception

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Comfort Double Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Comfort Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Economy Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Economy Room

Highlights

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

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Garden View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Garden View

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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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

  • ‪Club Stockton - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Praise Joe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Equium Social - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪General Washington Hotel - ‬6 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
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, patios, and refrigerators

Languages

English

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
  • Private bathroom
  • 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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Fern Bay Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 138 out of 379 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 153 out of 379 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 379 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 379 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 379 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10

If you like golf great place to stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

I have really enjoyed the the place and clean with good service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

Excellent shower & bathroom , very comfortable beds and the staff were very pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

Great little motel , modern rooms comfy bed and staff are so friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

Nice place to safe very clean and staff was very friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Clean and quiet motel close to airport.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

Great little place to stay quiet clean friendly stuff would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

I loved our stay with the family it was nice and clean and smelt amazing as soon as we walked in loved every bit of our stay and even changed our bed sheets the seconds night
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

I like the staff and services
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

This is the best place to stay for an early flight from Newcastle airport - comfy beds, recently renovated, very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

Great place and the Manger Sam is a great Guy.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

Above expectations, friendly staff. Premium room worth the upgrade. Comfortably sleeps 4 with king bed and sofa bed
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Clean comfortable room, friendly service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10

Great place to stay. Super close to Golf course. Clean modern and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Peace Surrounding
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

Very clean rooms etc The rooms have been updated freshly painted Staff at arrival where very friendly The only negative is that they started lawner mowers etc at around 8 in the mornig . Small rooms and bathrooms however well presented
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Excellent motel for an early flight from Newcastle Airport
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10

Grounds were a bit old and tatty.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Staff member was polite and extremely efficient and polite. Room was clean and parking was great. Very happy.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

Very friendly people
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

The gentleman at reception was very welcoming and helpful. Stayed here for two nights and loved it. Will certainly do it again when passing through or even for a longer stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

The staff went above board the look after us. The motel was very clean and service was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

friendly staff; clean and tidy accommodation; spacious room; good quality amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10

Clean, comfortable and convenient. Great value for money
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

Nice and neat, so close to Newcastle airport
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023