Bannisters Port Stephens

4.0 star property
Travelers soak in sunshine by the pool at this coastal retreat, rejuvenate with spa treatments, and savor gourmet meals surrounded by garden landscapes

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Classic Penthouse, Bathtub, Bay View | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets - Bannisters Port Stephens (Soldiers Point)
Classic Double Room, Ocean View | Balcony - Bannisters Port Stephens (Soldiers Point)
Classic Penthouse, Bathtub, Bay View | Balcony view - Bannisters Port Stephens (Soldiers Point)
Classic Double Room, Ocean View | Balcony view - Bannisters Port Stephens (Soldiers Point)
Outdoor pool, open 6:30 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers - Bannisters Port Stephens (Soldiers Point)
Bannisters Port Stephens offers a peaceful garden setting with therapeutic spa services. Relax on the sunny pool deck or enjoy delicious meals at three distinct restaurants. Free WiFi and luggage storage complete the thoughtful amenities.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Paperbark Two Bedroom Room

  • Sleeps 4

Luxury Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Paperbark Room

  • Sleeps 2

Ocean Deck Upper Levels Room

  • Sleeps 2

Paperbark Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3

Classic Double Room, Garden View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Garden view

Classic Double Room, Partial Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Partial ocean view

Classic Studio, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Partial ocean view

Luxury Suite, Bathtub

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Designer toiletries
Bathrobes
2 bathrooms
Private bathroom
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Partial ocean view

Classic Triple Room, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds
  • Garden view

Classic Penthouse, Bathtub, Bay View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Separate bathtub and shower
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Bay view

The Penthouse

  • Sleeps 2

Classic Double Room, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Partial ocean view

Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Classic Studio, Partial Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2

Ocean Deck Lower Levels Room

  • Sleeps 2

Queen Room-Pet Friendly

  • Sleeps 2

Classic Studio, Partial Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2

Classic Double Room, Partial Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Located in Soldiers Point, Bannisters Port Stephens is near the beach. Heritage Light House Cottage and Nelson Head Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Gir-um-bit National Park and Bushy Island Nature Reserve. Salamander Super Strike and Toboggan Hill Park are also worth visiting. Visit our Soldiers Point travel guide
Map
147 Soldiers Point Road, Soldiers Point, NSW, 2317

What's nearby

  • Newcastle Beach showing general coastal views, landscape views and a sandy beach
    Newcastle Beach
    50 min drive - 40.0 miles
  • Salamander Bay
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Soldiers Point Beach
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Soldiers Point Marina
    2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Salamander Bay Beach
    2 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Little Nel
    9 min drive
  • Cheeky Dog
    1 min walk
  • Hog's Breath Cafe
  • Salt Mine Fish & Chips
    20 min walk
  • Bub's Famous Fish & Chips
    10 min drive

About this property

Bannisters Port Stephens

Upscale hotel
Bannisters Port Stephens provides amenities like a bar and 3 restaurants. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Swimming pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and an outdoor pool
  • Express check-out, massage treatment rooms, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 78 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and bathrobes.
More amenities include:
  • Designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • Electric kettles, heating, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: AUD 25 for adults and AUD 25 for children
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Cheeky Dog Pub
  • Julio's Mexican
  • Rick Stein at Bannisters

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 25 for adults and AUD 25 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, 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
Property Registration Number 68667991109

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 6:30 AM to 9:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Bannisters Port Stephens Hotel Soldiers Point
Bannisters Port Stephens Hotel
Bannisters Port Stephens Soldiers Point
Bannisters Stephens Solers Po
Bannisters Port Stephens Hotel
Bannisters Port Stephens Soldiers Point
Bannisters Port Stephens Hotel Soldiers Point

Frequently asked questions

Does Bannisters Port Stephens have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 6:30 AM–9:00 PM.

Is Bannisters Port Stephens pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bannisters Port Stephens?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Bannisters Port Stephens?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bannisters Port Stephens located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Salamander Bay and Soldiers Point Beach. Soldiers Point Marina and Gir-um-bit National Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Bannisters Port Stephens Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 229 out of 328 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 328 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 328 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 328 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 328 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful hotel, lovely staff and the food options were super too.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless room, very comfortable big bed, friendly efficient staff. Good Shower. Nice little touches. Very cosy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

liam

Staff really friendly & professional. Food was excellent at Rick Steins. Small comment that beds uncomfortably hard!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great restaurants and bars. Beautiful location and nice rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and fantastic rooms
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient quality dining options. Friendly helpful staff. Comfortable beautiful rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

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

The prime hotel in Port Stephens

Great spot, great staff, excellent food as always. We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roslyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spectacular views, gorgeous gardens & setting. Infinity pool soooo beautiful, welcome drinks, staff are friendly. Dining options & convenient bar by the pool for cocktails. Room was lovely bird life come to visit. Very relaxing. Just call it therapy! Loved every minute.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Relaxing enjoyable location, quiet and very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Serena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay here. Great amenities and everything is in the one place.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet location, great restaurant, food was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

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

Great spot, great food, great service.

Great place to stay. My fourth visit. Rick Stein restaurant is a big draw.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, modern property with lovely staff! Great location with amazing food at the hotel and perfect rooms! Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Still a lovely property - food was exceptional and service was top class. Being greeted by live music on Friday night was a lovely touch. In comparison to my last visit this time there were so many young children which made dining at Rock Steins a little less enjoyable as they were running around. The parking was not ideal - I parked at the pub next door for a night as I couldn’t get a space in the hotel car parks - although it was Grand final night so pub goers were parked in the hotel too.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well presented and the staff were friendly and very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful accomodation, great restaurants to eat at
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Madalena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property with great dining options
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property, restaurants and bar were fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and resturant options were fantastic. The pool was heated and enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The infinity pool was beautiful and heated , happy hour was great idea for cocktails by the pool , food was outstanding at Rick steins restaurant stand out dish was the Singapore crab delicious. Staff were pleasant and their service was polite pleasant and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly. Had an amazing stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Very friendly , helpful staff and although pricy to stay and eat, not “ over the top” casual but helpful. Beautiful pool Gardens lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beau

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a great place to relax and just chill out ! Will be back defiantly loved it !
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff are always pleasant and always accommodating in using all their facilities esp the boardroom and came storing :)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The facilities were amazing and the view was great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024