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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 Penthouse, Bathtub, Bay View
Classic Double Room, Ocean View | Balcony
Classic Penthouse, Bathtub, Bay View | Balcony view
Outdoor pool, open 6:30 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Classic Double Room, Ocean View | Balcony view

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$356
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb

Explore the area

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147 Soldiers Point Road, Soldiers Point, NSW, 2317
  • Place, Salamander Bay
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Soldiers Point Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Soldiers Point Marina
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Paperbark Two Bedroom Room

Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Paperbark Two Bedroom Room

  • Sleeps 4

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Paperbark Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Ocean Deck Upper Levels Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Paperbark Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3

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Classic Double Room, Garden View

Classic Double Room, Garden View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Garden view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Double Room, Partial Ocean View

Classic Double Room, Partial Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Partial ocean view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Partial ocean view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
2 bathrooms
Separate bath and shower
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Partial ocean view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Garden view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds

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Classic Penthouse, Bathtub, Bay View | Balcony view

Classic Penthouse, Bathtub, Bay View

Highlights

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

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

The Penthouse

  • Sleeps 2

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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
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Partial ocean view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Classic Studio, Partial Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2

Ocean Deck Lower Levels Room

  • Sleeps 2

Queen Room-Pet Friendly

  • Sleeps 2

Classic Studio, Partial Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2

Classic Double Room, Partial Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2

Classic Double Room With Garden View

  • Sleeps 2

About the area

Soldiers Point

At Bannisters Port Stephens you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Salamander Bay and Soldiers Point Beach. Highlights at this hotel include 3 restaurants, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The seafood restaurant, Rick Stein at Bannisters, is open for dinner. Julio's Mexican is the hotel's own tapas bar, serving drinks along with lunch and dinner. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and massage/treatment rooms. Continental breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 4-property class Soldiers Point hotel include Soldiers Point Marina and Gir-um-bit National Park.

What's nearby

  • Salamander Bay - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Soldiers Point Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Soldiers Point Marina - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Salamander Bay Beach - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Newcastle Beach - 50 min drive - 64.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Cheeky Dog - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Little Nel - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Maker - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Moby's Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Salt Mine Fish & Chips - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Bannisters Port Stephens

Hotel in Soldiers Point with 3 restaurants and spa services
There are 3 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, spa services, and express check-out are also featured at Bannisters Port Stephens. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Soldiers Point hotel is smoke free.

  • 78 guestrooms or units
  • 3 dining venues
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Bannisters Port Stephens offers 78 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and complimentary bathrobes. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Soldiers Point hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are 4 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include massages.

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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 self 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 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

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
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
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. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 68667991109

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:30 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before 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

Is parking available at Bannisters Port Stephens?

Yep, Bannisters Port Stephens has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

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

As of 8 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bannisters Port Stephens on 10 Feb 2026 start from NZ$355.63, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Bannisters Port Stephens?

Yep, Bannisters Port Stephens is a short 15-minute walk from Soldiers Point Beach.

Is there a spa on site at Bannisters Port Stephens?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like massages.

Does Bannisters Port Stephens have a pool?

Bannisters Port Stephens has a pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 6:30 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Bannisters Port Stephens serve breakfast?

Yep, continental breakfast is on offer daily between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bannisters Port Stephens?

No, Bannisters Port Stephens does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Bannisters Port Stephens?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 3 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Bannisters Port Stephens?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Bannisters Port Stephens?

No, pets are not allowed.

Bannisters Port Stephens Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 231 out of 330 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 330 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 330 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 330 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 330 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room as always, staff superb.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were superb.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a brilliant stay, we couldn't fault anything. Beautiful room, great staff, the whole weekend was an absolute joy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic time, the room was very clean. The staff were very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great food - pretty good room.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love Bannisters
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sahil

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for your service.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Zana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a room on ground floor, considering we could not park our car in the front and had to park it at the bottom of the property where it go absolutely filthy from all the dust, also being asked to move our car when we could park there so that someone could charge their car was rude and inconsiderate. Also the amount of dogs there are is ridiculous. I’m sorry but for hygiene purposes alone dogs should not be permitted inside the hotel, dining Area or even in cheeky dog. Disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liza

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was excellrnt
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Angela, Leichhardt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Still a lovely property - food was exceptional and service was top class. Being greeted by live music on Friday night was a lovely touch. In comparison to my last visit this time there were so many young children which made dining at Rock Steins a little less enjoyable as they were running around. The parking was not ideal - I parked at the pub next door for a night as I couldn’t get a space in the hotel car parks - although it was Grand final night so pub goers were parked in the hotel too.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georgia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient quality dining options. Friendly helpful staff. Comfortable beautiful rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dane, Pennant Hills

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing mid week stay at Bannisters, it was a true resort style break. The hotel had a great vibe, staff were lovely and attentive and the pool and views were gorgeous. We enjoyed the multiple food options, including Rick Stein restaurant and the breakfast was so far above expectations for a continental style, I could have stayed all day enjoying all the options! Nice touches all around such as welcome drinks, water and sunscreen available by the pool. 11/10 would love to return!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

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

The prime hotel in Port Stephens

Great spot, great staff, excellent food as always. We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renae

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful settings , lovely pool , very relaxed atmosphere & great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great restaurants and bars. Beautiful location and nice rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As soon I entered, I was happy and safe. James was very kind to me. The environment and the furnishings was relaxing and calm for me. Room 206 was quiet, could see the water, the huge frangipani was amazing the rosellas singing and saying hello. It made me feel like I could live here.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love Banisters
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Russell

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

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