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Marina Resort

4.0 star property
Bayside motel in Nelson Bay with free parking
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Beach nearby, white sand
Point of interest
Standard King | Balcony view
Time Out Package | Living area
Queen and Single | Courtyard view

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
33 Magnus Street, Nelson Bay, NSW, 2315
  • d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay
    6 min walk
  • Fly Point Marine Reserve
    11 min walk
  • West Nelson Bay
    13 min walk
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    30 min drive

Room options

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The price is NZ$386
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan
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About the area

Nelson Bay

At Marina Resort you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay and Tomaree National Park. Highlights at this motel include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and luggage storage. Additionally, you'll find a children's swimming pool and laundry facilities. On weekend mornings buffet breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 4-property class Nelson Bay motel include Dutchmans Beach and Nelson Head Lighthouse.
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What's nearby

  • d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay - 6 min walk
  • West Nelson Bay - 13 min walk
  • Nelson Bay Golf Club - 14 min walk
  • Dutchmans Beach - 17 min walk
  • Nelson Head Lighthouse - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Two Bobs Bakery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪KIN - Cafe & Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Blueys - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bub's Fish & Chips - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Little Nel Cafe - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Marina Resort

Bayside motel in Nelson Bay with free parking
Marina Resort offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Public spaces have free WiFi. Marina Resort also features a vending machine, a garden, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Nelson Bay motel is smoke free.

  • 43 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Marina Resort offers 43 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to patios. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower and complimentary toiletries.

This Nelson Bay motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Food and drink

  • Weekend buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: AUD 15 for adults and AUD 10 for children

Things to do

  • 27-hole adjacent golf course
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Guests traveling with a service animal must contact the property prior to arrival.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 25.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately AUD 15 for adults and from AUD 10 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 25.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

Property Registration Number 2315,PID-STRA-1234

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian star ratings agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Marina Nelson Bay
Marina Resort Nelson Bay
Marina Resort Motel
Marina Resort Nelson Bay
Marina Resort Motel Nelson Bay

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Marina Resort?

Marina Resort offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Marina Resort?

Yep, Marina Resort has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Are there any beaches close to Marina Resort?

Yep, Marina Resort is a short 17-minute walk from Dutchmans Beach.

Does Marina Resort have a pool?

Marina Resort has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Does Marina Resort serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet brekkie is offered at weekends from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Marina Resort?

No, Marina Resort does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Marina Resort?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Marina Resort?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Marina Resort?

There is a golf course next to Marina Resort.

Marina Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 279 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 451 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 201 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1000 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Ru

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Locality was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Judy

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Chris

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly check in staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Edwin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff who upgraded our room to one with excellent views
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Jose Benedict Emerson

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Ba

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Eve

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It’s quite an old building in need of modernising. It’s fine if you want somewhere just to sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Robynne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Older building though clean. Great view from balcony.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Gavin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good thanks
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I was happy with the accommodation for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good old fashioned service from the owner/property managers. Tap in bathroom was dripping/running and could not be tightened. Otherwise very clean, great pillows !
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Dated
Staff were friendly and obliging however the hotel is very dated and in desperate need of renovation. All parking in the open and the pool area is in need of a lot of work.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Jodie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great view
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property may be older, it was very clean and such a great position, I have stay here on a few occasions and will stay again .Thank you for the great service also
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lesa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location & property
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Will be back
Check in was quick and easy, the view was amazing and the room was nice and clean. Love it very close to the beach and town center
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Hue Tam

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Danielia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Marina Resort was a family friendly stop over. My children thought the pool was the best part. Clean and refreshing. The beds were comfortable and cosy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Lee-anne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean. Close to town and facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Kim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location, lovely view. Basic clean accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023