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Merewether Motel

4.5 star property
Motel in Newcastle with outdoor pool and Hot tub

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Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool loungers
Apartment, Ground Floor | Living area
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Apartment, Ground Floor | Living area
Two Bedroom Apartment with Pool View | Private kitchen

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$185
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept

Explore the area

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231 Glebe Road, Merewether, NSW, 2291
  • Merewether Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Newcastle Civic Theater
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Newcastle Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

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Economy Queen

Economy Queen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(37 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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 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 Twin 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

About the area

Newcastle

At Merewether Motel you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Merewether Beach and Dixon Park Beach. Highlights at this motel include an outdoor swimming pool, free self-parking and Access to hot tub. .This motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Other amenities include barbecues, express check-out and dry cleaning/laundry services. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free RV/bus/truck parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 4.5-property class Merewether motel include Newcastle Beach and John Hunter Hospital.
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What's nearby

  • Merewether Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Merewether Ocean Baths - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Newcastle Showground - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Newcastle Civic Theater - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Newcastle Beach - 5 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Exchange Hotel - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Prince of Merewether - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Beach Hotel Merewether - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Mary Ellen Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dixon Park Surf Club - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Merewether Motel

Motel in Newcastle with outdoor pool and Hot tub
Merewether Motel offers its guests an outdoor pool and Access to hot tub. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at Merewether Motel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4.5-star Newcastle motel.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Merewether Motel offers 30 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and coffee/tea makers. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Languages

English

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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 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

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

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: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
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 daily from 7:00 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 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 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
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

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets 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

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Merewether Motel.
  • 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.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Merewether Motel?

Merewether Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Merewether Motel?

As of 13 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Merewether Motel on 1 Sept 2025 start from NZ$185.26, 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 parking available at Merewether Motel?

Yep, Merewether Motel has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Merewether Motel?

Yep, Merewether Motel is a short 19-minute walk from Merewether Beach.

Does Merewether Motel have a pool?

Merewether Motel has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

What makes Merewether Motel a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Merewether Motel.

Does Merewether Motel serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order breakfast is offered daily between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Merewether Motel?

No, Merewether Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Merewether Motel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Merewether Motel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Merewether Motel?

There is a golf course next to Merewether Motel.

Merewether Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 464 out of 794 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 272 out of 794 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 794 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 794 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 794 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Neil, Greensborough

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Motel was generally well kept and the front desk staff were most welcoming. The room was small but most adequate for solo traveler. Bed was very comfortable. Unfortunately had a couple of issues, the fridge was not working which I didn't realize till morning and the reading light was also not working. Both faults report on checkout. The motel is located on a busy road and some noise spillover was noted when emergency services went by with sirens switched on. Generally good motel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my third time staying at the property. Love its location (very short drive to the Mereweather ocean baths) and walking distance from a lovely little coffee shop. My only dislike was there was no toaster provided. Also needed to provide a cash security deposit as I don’t own a credit card which is annoying if you don’t carry cash. Overall experience was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

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

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, family room was spacious, unfortunately due to staff shortages there was no servicing for the three days we were there. One would expect a discount for this issue when we had two family rooms but ….. this lack of servicing is happening more frequently now at many establishments, and it should be published and not dropped on you as you book in.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Zenko

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A decent motel to stop for a couple of nights. Everything you'd expect from this type of accommodation. Loved the use of BBQ and pool area was nice. Free parking on site was great. Had an issue with some stains on the duvet/towels, however one of the cleaners was super proactive and changed everything straight away!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

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

Peter

Business traveller
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

Mikaela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great for an east trip into Newcastle and surrounds.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Wi Fi not working properly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joneen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The motel is well-equipped and comfortable for a short stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colette

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

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

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

trevor

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The breakfast service was excellent but the hotel was not very near eating places. The Mary Ellen pub was very good and a walk to The Junction gave more choice of facilities. However the Motel was not near the beach and there was no convenient bus service there. The buses into town were good and fairly regular.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant, comfortable & friendly. So nice after our past few disappointing accommodation experiences in Newcastle. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

ISABEL

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable. The cleaning product used was a bit intense and left a strong smell that required the room to be aired out. Bathroom fan was also very noisy and hopefully didn’t wake the neighbours!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
In a great area, cannot hear any traffic in rooms at night
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All the above
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness
our room was clean & comfortable & satisfied our needs
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024