The Convent Hunter Valley Hotel

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 8.5
Rated very good

Staff

9.3

Set amid gardens and vineyards in Australia's Hunter Valley Wine Country, The Convent Hunter Valley Resort is just a 2-hour drive from Sydney. The Convent Hunter Valley Resort offers luxuriously refurbished accommodations with French doors and verandas that overlook the gardens and vineyards.Each air-conditioned room features an LCD TV, a double bed and unique furniture pieces. It comes with a mini-bar and coffee and tea-making facilities. Private bathroom comes with a bathtub, hairdryer and complimentary grooming items. The Convent Hunter Valley Resort Pokolbin is located just 3 minute walk from the famous Circa 1876 and the Peppertree Wine barn. Guests can enjoy a range of facial, massage and body treatments at Spa Anise a 16-minute drive away. Activities around the property includes hot air ballooning, golf, bushwalks, horse riding, 4-wheel-drive tours and cheese tasting at the Hunter Valley Cheese Company. The guest lounge is the perfect place to access the free WiFi internet, or relax with a glass of wine. Housed in a 1909 convent, The Convent Hunter Valley Resort serves a rich country breakfast every morning.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

  • Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Vegetarian

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

Availability

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Cathy
Australia Australia
“The Convent was an overnight stay for me to attend work the next day. We took our dog and the Convent was very accommodating of him. The breakfast was good. We went to a local pub for dinner.”
D
Australia Australia
“Beautiful grounds, staff were exceptional, breakfast croissants were amazing”
John
United States United States
“Lovely rural setting. Wonderful breakfast and very friendly and helpful staff. Gave great recommendations on wineries and places for dinner.”
Teresa
Australia Australia
“We had a pleasant and relaxing stay at your hotel, with beautiful surroundings and fantastic, very helpful staff. We only had breakfast at your hotel, which was delicious. I enjoyed the view of the long driveway with the water fountain.”
Tatiana
Australia Australia
“Stunning ground and we havd a wonderful time. The only improvement can be made is in the interior, it is still ok but getting very dated and tied.”
Deborah
Australia Australia
“Our stay was very comfortable. The breakfast was delicious. The Hunter Valley Garden Christmas lights is worth visiting during November/December.”
Julianne
Australia Australia
“Loved our visit to The Convent. It's a place we had hoped to visit for quite some time. We stayed in room 17, and had access to a lovely verandah from which to sit and watch the world go by. Peaceful and elegant ambience with delightful staff and...”
C
Australia Australia
“Beautifully restored historic accommodation set in gorgeous landscaped grounds. Staff were amazing and very helpful, providing a freshly made coffee in the morning before breakfast started. Very attentive and helpful with advice on where to go...”
Narelle
Australia Australia
“Staff were amazing and went above and beyond for us, Highly recommend”
James
United States United States
“Breakfast at the hotel offers a somewhat limited (but satisfying!) selection of options with the staff going above and beyond to ensure we had exactly what we wanted. Room sizes are large and well furnished (if a bit dated). The grounds are...”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Circa 1876 Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    Australian
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of The Convent Hunter Valley Hotel

Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

House rules

The Convent Hunter Valley Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
AUD 50 per child, per night
4 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
AUD 50 per child, per night
13+ years
Extra bed upon request
AUD 100 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that there is a 1.5% charge when you pay with Amex, MasterCard or Visa credit card. Please note that there is a 2.25% charge when you pay with Diners Club or JCB credit card.

Breakfast is available for AUD $35.00 per person. For children (aged 4 to 12 years) breakfast is available for AUD $19.00 per person.

Please note that this property requires a $200 credit card pre-authorisation upon check in to cover any incidental charges. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

The legal guardian must provide a current photo ID or proof of guardianship if requested upon check-in. Please note that rooms only accommodate a maximum of 2 people; either 2 adults, or 1 adult and 1 child. There is no capacity for additional bedding or guests.

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.

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