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Bannisters Port Stephens

4.0 star property
Hotel in Soldiers Point with 3 restaurants and spa services

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Classic Double Room, Ocean View | Balcony
Classic Penthouse, Bathtub, Bay View | Living area
Classic Penthouse, Bathtub, Bay View
Outdoor pool, open 6:30 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Classic Double Room, Ocean View | Balcony view
Step into the serene world of Bannisters Port Stephens, where a tranquil garden and soothing spa treatments await. Unwind on the sun-kissed pool deck or indulge in a delicious meal at one of three restaurants. With free WiFi, luggage storage, and attentive staff making your stay seamless.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$234
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept

Room options

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Classic Double Room, Partial Ocean View

Classic Double Room, Partial Ocean View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
  • 30 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Studio, Partial Ocean View

Classic Studio, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
  • 45 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Penthouse, Bathtub, Bay View | Balcony view

Classic Penthouse, Bathtub, Bay View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Separate bath and shower
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Suite, Bathtub

Luxury Suite, Bathtub

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
Separate bath and shower
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Triple Room, Garden View

Classic Triple Room, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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Classic Double Room, Ocean View

Classic Double Room, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
  • 30 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Double Room, Garden View

Classic Double Room, Garden View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Luxury Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Paperbark Two Bedroom Room

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Ocean Deck Upper Levels Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Paperbark Room

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Paperbark Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

The Penthouse

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Classic Studio, Partial Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2

Queen Room-Pet Friendly

  • Sleeps 2

Ocean Deck Lower Levels Room

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Suite-Pet Friendly

  • Sleeps 2
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About the area

Located in Soldiers Point, Bannisters Port Stephens is near the beach. Heritage Light House Cottage and Nelson Head Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Gir-um-bit National Park and Bushy Island Nature Reserve. Salamander Super Strike and Toboggan Hill Park are also worth visiting.
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147 Soldiers Point Road, Soldiers Point, NSW, 2317

What's nearby

  • Salamander Bay - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
  • Soldiers Point Marina - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Horizons Golf Resort - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Anchorage Marina Port Stephens - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Dutchmans Beach - 9 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Heather’s Place - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • The Little Nel
  • ‪Lemon Tree Cafe - ‬34 min drive
  • BANNISTERS port stephens

About this property

Bannisters Port Stephens

Upscale hotel
Bannisters Port Stephens provides amenities, such as a bar and 3 restaurants. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Swimming pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station and an outdoor pool
  • Express check-out, smoke-free property and massage treatment rooms
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 78 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and bathrobes.
Other amenities include:
  • Designer toiletries and hairdryers
  • Electric kettles, heating and desks

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: AUD 25 for adults and AUD 25 for children
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Cheeky Dog Pub
  • Julio's Mexican
  • Rick Stein at Bannisters

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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 continental breakfast: from approximately AUD 25 for adults and from AUD 25 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 68667991109

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 6:30 AM to 9:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Bannisters Port Stephens Hotel Soldiers Point
Bannisters Port Stephens Hotel
Bannisters Port Stephens Soldiers Point
Bannisters Stephens Solers Po
Bannisters Port Stephens Hotel
Bannisters Port Stephens Soldiers Point
Bannisters Port Stephens Hotel Soldiers Point

Frequently asked questions

Does Bannisters Port Stephens have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 6:30 AM to 9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Bannisters Port Stephens?

As of 30 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bannisters Port Stephens on 2 Sept 2025 start from AU$233.68, 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 Bannisters Port Stephens pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bannisters Port Stephens?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bannisters Port Stephens?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Bannisters Port Stephens?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bannisters Port Stephens located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Salamander Bay and Soldiers Point Beach. Soldiers Point Marina and Gir-um-bit National Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Bannisters Port Stephens Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 208 out of 301 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 59 out of 301 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 301 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 301 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 301 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and fantastic rooms
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Relaxing enjoyable location, quiet and very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Serena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay here. Great amenities and everything is in the one place.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

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

Fantastic stay all round!

Fantastic stay all round!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet location, great restaurant, food was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

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

Great spot, great food, great service.

Great place to stay. My fourth visit. Rick Stein restaurant is a big draw.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful stay would recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stunning location, great food.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well presented and the staff were friendly and very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, modern property with lovely staff! Great location with amazing food at the hotel and perfect rooms! Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyndel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place... highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely 100 stars. Fabulous place. Staff are so friendly and welcoming. My room and balcony perfect. Will be back there soon
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful location

It was wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the pool and aspect Staff great
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff are always pleasant and always accommodating in using all their facilities esp the boardroom and came storing :)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beau

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a great place to relax and just chill out ! Will be back defiantly loved it !
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Glenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Penthouse room was lovely, affording great waterfront views. Pool was a perfect temperature too!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful accomodation, great restaurants to eat at
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Madalena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property with great dining options
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Peter

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Marketed as a 5 star resort but lacked any activity or entertainment experiences and no atmosphere Seemed staff disinterested and just happy to do the minimum.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Very friendly , helpful staff and although pricy to stay and eat, not “ over the top” casual but helpful. Beautiful pool Gardens lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darryn

Amazing gardens and room was great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allan

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

Clean and Spacious

Spacious and ultra clean room made for a very pleasant stay. Nice location with a huge bowling club with bistro across the road..
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024