Hotel Nelson - Nelson Bay

Boutique Nelson Bay hotel with heated pool and exclusive Norco e-Bike hire

Amenities & Recreation

Hotel Nelson offers a 12-meter heated swimming pool open all year, complemented by a steam room and a modern fitness center. Guests have exclusive access to Norco e-Bikes for hire, available only to in-house guests, and a complimentary bocce lawn with all equipment provided. Additional facilities include electric vehicle charging stations, a BBQ area with outdoor furniture, and guest laundry services.

Rooms & Accommodations

Accommodation options at The Nelson Hotel range from family apartments to luxury studios, many featuring a kitchenette and a private balcony or courtyard. The spacious, air-conditioned rooms include satellite TV, and lift access is available to all floors. Some rooms offer marina or town views, and disability-accessible rooms with grab rails are available.

Location & Surroundings

Just a 5-minute walk from the beach and 2 minutes from the town center, the Nelson Bay hotel sits opposite D'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay. Nearby attractions include Port Stephens Great Lakes Marine Park and Gan Gan Hill Lookout. The hotel's central location provides easy access to whale-watching cruises, snorkeling, and windsurfing.

Dining & Café

The on-site restaurant 'The Little Nel' serves breakfast Monday to Friday from 7:00 to 11:30 and Saturday to Sunday 7:30-11:00, plus lunch Tuesday to Saturday from 12:00 to 14:00. The café is known for its quality food and coffee, and also offers room service. Guests can additionally use the BBQ facilities to cook their own meals outdoors.

Family & Business

Hotel Nelson provides family-friendly amenities including a fenced heated pool, babysitting/child services, and family rooms that accommodate groups. For business travelers, the hotel offers customizable conference room layouts and meeting/banquet facilities for professional events. Free parking is available on site, including accessible parking and a parking garage with EV charging.

• Location: 2-min walk to town center, 5-min to beach, opposite D'Albora Marinas
• Rooms: Family apartments & luxury studios with kitchenettes and balconies
• Dining: On-site café 'The Little Nel' serving breakfast and lunch
• Recreation: 12-meter heated pool, steam room, fitness center, bocce lawn
• Unique: Exclusive Norco e-Bike hire for in-house guests only
• Business: Customizable conference room layouts with meeting facilities
• Family: Fenced pool, babysitting services, family rooms with disability access