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Peninsula Motor Inn

52 Shoal Bay Rd, Nelson Bay, Port Stephens, New South Wales 2315, Australia
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Peninsula Motor Inn
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Sydney, Australia
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2013

Stayed here on easter weekend and paid double for an 'executive room' which really wasn't anything special at all so I would shudder to think what the basic rooms are like. The bed was so bouncy and every move was felt and was like a bouncy castle! The balcony was about 2 foot wide and isn't really what I would... More

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Gosford, Australia
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2013

I would like to take this time so that I may make your stay to this beautiful location a better memory than mine. the owner of this motel TREVOR WOULD HAVE TO BE THE RUDEST MAN that I have come across in some time. He entered my room to complain of my sons room not having the guts to speak... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2013 via mobile

It is located pn a very quiet street and a short walk to the beach. The room was ok and clean, nothing to complain about. Sometimes noisy as the parking area was just straight outside. The stay in general was comfortable and the staff were friendly.

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2013

We have stayed here before on several occasions. Both independantly and with a marketing 3 day deal. I read complaints of others on this site and wondered if we had done the right thing in booking again. We have no complaints. The room is nice & clean with a comfortable sofa. We are on a 3 day special deal so... More

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Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 January 2013

Travelling with my disabled mother can be a bit tricky during peak season.However, the friendly staff at Peninsula Motor Inn made every effort to make our 2 night stay a comfortable one. We only went to the so called 'budget' side of the motel, and as far as price was concerned, it was cheaper than other motels/hotels in the area.... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 January 2013

This is the 3rd time we've stayed at the Peninsula and every time it's been well worth the money. We stayed in a Deluxe room and although not decked out with every mod con available it was clean, air conditioned, serviced daily and had a really comfortable bed! The restaurant is the main stand out for me. Absolutely fabulous food... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 December 2012

Stayed here for 3 nights over Xmas break. Very impressed with the new owners and the recent changes to the motel. Beautiful new bathroom fittings with toiletries & new linen daily, new furniture in the rooms with minibar, excellent new chef in the dining room, great value for money meals with fabulous table service, clean swimming pool, air conditioning in... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 December 2012

Stayed in the budget rooms and budget is exactly what they are. The rooms smell that they have not been opened for months. The layer of dust around the floor and timber bed head would be at least 6 months. The beds are very old and not comfortable. It is worth paying extra to stay some where else.

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Forster, New South Wales, Australia
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 December 2012

Had an amazing time with my daughter recently swimming with Dolphins with dolphinswimaustralia.com. The only downside was the accommodation we chose the night before..... Do not ever stay at the Peninsular at Nelson Bay, Port Stephens. Advertised air conditioning - not working and you cannot even have the windows/door open as there are no flyscreens. Bed had broken spring and... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 December 2012

We went there for a weekend away. We arrived late but the keys where left in an external safe for us to pickup with a code. The rooms where nice and clean and beds were comfortable with foxtel. The management were absolutely incredible. I left my pillow there and after not being able to post it as it was too... More

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Additional Information about Peninsula Motor Inn

Also Known As:
Peninsula Nelson Bay
Nelson Bay Peninsula
Address: 52 Shoal Bay Rd, Nelson Bay, Port Stephens, New South Wales 2315, Australia
Region: Australia > New South Wales > Greater Newcastle > Port Stephens > Nelson Bay
Amenities:
Free Parking Restaurant Room Service Swimming Pool
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Ranked #10 of 15 hotels in Nelson Bay

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