Located a 2-minute walk from Newcastle Golf Club and 11-minute drive from Newcastle Airport, Fern Bay Motel a licensed bar and a restaurant open for room service breakfast. Guests enjoy free WiFi, & BBQ facilities. All refurbished rooms feature a Smart TV. Free WiFi is provided. All rooms at Fern Bay Motel feature private bathrooms, air conditioning, Microwave, Mini Fridge, ironing facilities and tea/coffee making facilities. Guests at Fern Bay Motel can order beer, red/white wine or pre-mix drinks at the on-site bar. Breakfast and Room service breakfast available and needs to preordered with reception the night prior. Snacks, beverages, frozen dinners, and desserts available for purchase from reception during office hours. Buses leave every half hour outside the door (06:00 to 07:00 Mondays through Saturdays) for Stockton Ferry and a leisurely cruise to Newcastle CBD. Fern Bay Motel is a 20-minute drive from Newcastle city center and a 17-minute drive from Hunter Stadium. Sydney is a 2-hour drive away and free private parking is possible on site.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Ken
Australia Australia
Clean, convenient and cost effective for short stays
Scotty
Australia Australia
Room was clean, tidy and has a great outlook over the courtyard. Bed was very comfortable. Shower is nice and hot with instant hot water. Very central location to everything. Lots of great cafes and restaurants close by. Staff very friendly and...
David
Australia Australia
Had family room- was a great room. Saw other small queen bed rooms- VERY SMALL!!!
Sophie
Australia Australia
Great clean spacious rooms with everything we needed. Location suited for RAAF base function.
Darryl
Australia Australia
Great location - close to the airport but far enough away to avoid the flightpath, fantastic friendly staff, comfy beds and plenty of space.
Ian
Australia Australia
Great Location to Newcastle Airport for next day flight. Close to Stockton with nearby pubs and club. Compact room but clean and bright, coffee, tea and milk supplied.
Bikram
Australia Australia
The room was very clean had a microwave, toaster, hair dryer, AC, and required facilities. There is a lake right outside the location which provides an additional view. A golf course is right nearby if someone is interested.
Léy
Australia Australia
Nice tidy room. Complimentary milk, tea, coffee and biscuits. TV was great, as I was able to watch Netflix. Good location. Comfortable bed.
Greg
Australia Australia
the staff were very friendly and helpful the breakfast was good we will most defiently go back and stay there next time
Mathew
Australia Australia
Clean and spacious room, close to town, great value for money, and super friendly staff! Very thankful for John's welcoming positivity and special little gift he gave for our kids, which was very kind! Will be back again next time we are up in...

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Amenities of Fern Bay Motel

Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar

House rules

Fern Bay Motel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of AUD 200 is required on arrival. That's about $141. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Reception hours : open at 7 AM - close at 10 PM.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Fern Bay Motel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

A damage deposit of AUD 200 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

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