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Moby Dick Waterfront Resort Motel

3.5 star property
Riverfront motel in Yamba with free parking

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The Moby Dick Waterfront Resort Motel sits along the river, offering a quiet getaway with thoughtful outdoor spaces. Guests can check emails with WiFi, lounge by the pool with comfortable sun chairs, or gather in the entertainment area with gas grills and outdoor seating.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Room options

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Premium Spa Room | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Premium Spa Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Jetted bathtub
  • 55 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, River View | Individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, River View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 55 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium Family Room | Individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Family Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Premium Queen Room | Individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Queen Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 55 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium King Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 55 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 55 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Non Smoking | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Premium Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Premium Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Non Smoking | Individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Premium Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Non Smoking | Balcony view

Premium Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Yard
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
27-29 Yamba Road, Yamba, NSW, 2464

What's nearby

  • Yamba Marina - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Yamba Golf and Country Club - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Yamba Beach - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Yamba Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Convent Beach - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Grafton, NSW (GFN-Clarence Valley Regional) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bowen's Delicatessen and Fine Foods - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pacific Hotel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wobbly Chook Brewing Co - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Clarence River Fishermen's Co-Operative - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Moby Dick Waterfront Resort Motel

Motel by the river
Take advantage of a garden, laundry facilities, and an outdoor entertainment area at Moby Dick Waterfront Resort Motel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • An electric car charging station, smoke-free premises, and barbecue grills
  • Outdoor furniture
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rainfall showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Microwaves, cookware/dishes/utensils, and electric kettles

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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 self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk chair
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:30 AM - 4:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (9:00 AM - 3:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 14 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM

Property is also known as

Comfort Moby Dick Yamba
Comfort Resort Moby Dick Yamba
Moby Dick Waterfront Resort Motel Yamba
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Moby Dick Waterfront Yamba
Moby Dick Waterfront
Moby Dick Waterfront Resort
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Frequently asked questions

Does Moby Dick Waterfront Resort Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–7:00 PM.

Is Moby Dick Waterfront Resort Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Moby Dick Waterfront Resort Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Moby Dick Waterfront Resort Motel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Moby Dick Waterfront Resort Motel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Moby Dick Waterfront Resort Motel located?

Situated on a river, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Clarence Estuary Nature Reserve and Yamba Marina. Yamba Shopping Fair and Yamba Medical Center are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Moby Dick Waterfront Resort Motel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.2

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 232 out of 330 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 85 out of 330 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 330 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 330 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 330 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Fantastic view and was nice sitting on the balcony watching the world go bye.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Genevieve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The veiw is stunning, its life changing, and it encourages you to get out amongst it.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall Excellent location and Resort
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Comfortable place to stay.

Great location. Nice view from room. Comfortable room with good facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Road trip

One of the nicest hotels I have stayed at, great views and amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything, view from room beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Top location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We liked the big room, water views and great balcony. We disliked the shower pressure and internet drop outs
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a great place for a relaxing break. The staff were wonderful. will defiantly be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location and view over the river. Very quiet and peaceful. It had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lourelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent spot
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything especially the pelicans.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing location, close to everything & easy walk to Yamba town. Apartment big & very comfortable. Lovely outlook over the grounds & river frontage. Breakfast very satisfying, delicious & not expensive. Would definitely stay at Moby Dick Resort again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

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

Great 10 day stay

We were not sure of what to expect with our room because you just cannot trust photos but it was great. Large refurbished room, very clean, great view, fantastic areas to use such as the BBQ & grassed areas. So close within walking distance to most cafes & restaurants. Loved our stay. Will return.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Louise

Liked: Amenities
We had a family room. Lighting was bad, crock coaches where rife. Shame but these places should do more to make there rooms better
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Cheryl

Unfortunately it was like staying in a kindergarten a couple of families just took over the two barbecue areas wine glasses were missing and coffee cups had not been cleaned properly and no soap we have stayed a few times before but this time was not good .
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Maree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The receptionist was lovely. The room was fantastic. The view was fantastic. The only downside was the numerous groups of young couples with very loud kids everywhere. And loud surf skis. Nothing to do with hotel. Hotel was fantastic but I didn't enjoy having very young children screaming all day. Slamming doors and yelling. I must be getting old.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Marilou

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

They could do better...

the place is nice bed is comfy but service could do way better. Cleanliness is a bit of an issue. They don't do daily cleaning - not acceptable nowadays that we still have Covid threat!! They have coffee machine but for our 3 days stay, we only got 2 capsules. So if you love your coffee make sure you bring your own... :(
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

ANNETTE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Motel had a lovely outlook on the River.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was well fitted out On arrival the team member could have been more personable
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On the water beautiful bbq area
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vinicius

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good in our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and excellent facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed four nights. Housekeeping wasn't available on a daily basis. Only if you requested something.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

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