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Merewether Motel

4.5 star property
Travelers can relax by the outdoor pool with sun loungers or take on the challenge of an 18-hole golf course nearby, then unwind in a soothing spa tub

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Merewether Motel offers a peaceful retreat with an outdoor pool, sun loungers, and a spa tub. Guests can play 18 holes of golf or explore the garden. Enjoy free WiFi and dry cleaning/laundry services. Staff are praised for providing excellent value.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$148
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb

Room options

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Economy Queen

Economy Queen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(39 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Apartment, Ground Floor | Living area

Apartment, Ground Floor

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Two Bedroom Apartment with Pool View | Living area

Two Bedroom Apartment with Pool View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Located in Merewether, a neighbourhood in Newcastle, Merewether Motel is next to a golf course and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Newcastle Beach and Lake Macquarie. Merewether Ocean Baths and Newcastle supa putt golf are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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Map
231 Glebe Road, Merewether, NSW, 2291

What's nearby

  • Dixon Park Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Merewether Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • NEX - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Newcastle Civic Theater - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Merewether Ocean Baths - 5 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Newcastle Interchange Station - 3 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪SIDETRACK COFFEE - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Convoy Commune - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Lotus Espresso - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Prince of Merewether - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Paper Run - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Merewether Motel

Motel near Newcastle Beach
Consider a stay at Merewether Motel and take advantage of an adjacent golf course, a terrace and a garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and express check-out
  • Barbecues and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the overall value and helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Merewether Motel feature perks, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and dining tables. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Rainfall showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, mini fridges and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: AUD 3.50 to 25 for adults and AUD 3.50 to 25 for children

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (weekdays only)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open from Sunday to Thursday (7:00 AM to 6:00 PM), Friday to Friday (7:00 AM to 6:00 PM) and Saturday to Saturday (7:00 AM to 3:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This hotel will place an authorization for 200 USD for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 3.5 to 25 for adults and AUD 3.5 to 25 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub without adult supervision
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

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Frequently asked questions

Does Merewether Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Merewether Motel?

As of 15 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Merewether Motel on 2 Feb 2026 start from AU$148.06, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Merewether Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Merewether Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Merewether Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee.

What time is check-out at Merewether Motel?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Merewether Motel located?

Located in Merewether, this golf motel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Merewether Beach, Dixon Park Beach and Glenrock State Conervation. Bathers Way Trailhead and Merewether Ocean Baths are also within 1 mile (2 km). Newcastle Interchange Station is 28 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Merewether Motel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 468 out of 807 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 276 out of 807 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 807 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 807 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 807 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was small but was as expected. Room was clean. After hours check in was well communicated.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

nicolas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy check-in and out ...clean and comfy
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jeremy

Liked: Amenities
Great place to stay, handy location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

William

Great spot, staff very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice stay

Friendly service after booking by phone inquirey and at check in. Clean well appointed room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay lovely staff,very clean room everything
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay. Convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Susan

nice hotel pool was lovely to swim in too
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Georgie

Liked: Amenities
Everything about this experience was great. From the time I got there the receptionist was lovely and I was upgraded a room. The place was so clean and in a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Friendly staff and good location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoyable stay

Comfortable stay close to a hotel bistro
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good accommodation, updated shower facilities. Close enough to cafes, pubs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good, clean accommodation for the price.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff super helpful, very clean, great aircon. Handy location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an outstanding property close to Newcastle beaches and city attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location for what we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic staff made us feel very welcome
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Merewether motel

Very clean, quiet and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quick and efficient checkin with a friendly staff member.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location for me to be based and didn’t have to travel to far away for my appointments. Surprisingly quiet for being close to a main road. Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient, lovely staff
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Has all you need, with helpful friendly service

Fantastic awesome service, lovely comfortable clean room, great location ✅
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Value Clean and Friendly Hotel

Great clean and friendly hotel convenient to beaches and other attractions; bus v close, eateries close. Excellent service by staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ines

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay, very clean and lovely facilities. The hot tub was very enjoyable Thank you so much
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023