Karuah Riverside Motel

3.5 star property
3.5-star Art Deco motel perfect for exploring Karuah

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Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen
Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Living room
Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
428 Tarean Rd, Karuah, NSW, 2324
  • Longworth Park
    4 min walk
  • Karuah and District Golf Club
    3 min drive
  • Nelson Bay Golf Club
    45 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    27 min drive

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Twin Room

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Karuah

Heart of Karuah.Within a 10-minute walk of the motel, you'll find Longworth Park and Karuah Nature Reserve. Gir-um-bit National Park and Karuah and District Golf Club are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Longworth Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Karuah and District Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Nelson Bay Golf Club - 45 min drive - 57.0 km
  • Anchorage Marina Port Stephens - 46 min drive - 55.2 km
  • d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay - 47 min drive - 57.5 km

Getting around

  • Wirragulla Station - 44 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Karuah Seafoods & Take Away - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tilligerry RSL Sports Club - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Munchies Cafe and Takeaway - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Anaitis Tea & Coffee House - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Pelican Bills - ‬33 min drive

About this property

Karuah Riverside Motel

3.5-star Art Deco motel perfect for exploring Karuah
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Karuah Riverside Motel. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Karuah motel.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2000
  • Deli
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Beauty salon
  • Smoking in designated areas
Karuah Riverside Motel offers 6 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Beds feature Select Comfort mattresses. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital channels
  • Premium channels

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Select Comfort bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [Karuah Gardens Motel, 353 Tarean Road, Karuah, NSW]
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property 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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 50 per vehicle (one way)

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
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 guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Riverside Karuah
Riverside Motel Karuah
Riverside Motel
Karuah Riverside Motel Motel
Karuah Riverside Motel Karuah
Karuah Riverside Motel Motel Karuah

Karuah Riverside Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 160 out of 310 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 122 out of 310 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 310 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 310 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 310 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Janette

Travelled with partner
Don’t be fooled by the photos and ratings. This is a classic old time roadside recently painted but un-renovated motel. Okay if you are economising and just want a bed. Bedding and room were clean but the beds were not comfortable unless you like them really hard. Great water pressure and lovely hot shower.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kath

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying at Riverside Motel was relaxing, it was actually my second stay and would not hesitate to stay there again. An issue arose, Damian was happy to help. Kath
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Maureen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Kate

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I wouldn't stay again, too much light into room, noisy with traffic. Bed was good plenty of hot water.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay, everything clean, beautiful shower . Recommend for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Suvira

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Amanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and clean, well equipped, easy access.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Vesa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious inside,but parking a bit tight
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice spot
Good little motel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The accommodation was acceptable but better value was available elsewhere.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

suzanne

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was impressed with the presentation and cleanliness. Ill be staying on the way home
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Ease of access to the property, quiet, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
No staff, old lock boxes. Very basic
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We regularly use this motel, as quite and convenient to club, and fresh seafood
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent accomodation, clean & modern looking with everything matching the advertised description. Only negative was some very noisy neighbours and some traffic noise, being right on the main road through Karuah. Staff very helpful. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Happy with the stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Christine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Parking was not convenient and co.munication re keys to be left and where to park was not explained. No information available in the rooms or online.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Is only when you arrive that you find out there is no one in attendance. It's not difficult, but as you can't check your phone whilst driving, it's a bit daunting when you get there and there's no one around. When you get your phone out to ring the number, that's when you read their text and it's all sorted. Quiet, clean and accessible to the town.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mrs J

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Kath

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was refurbished and exceptionally clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was a good size, clean and well appointed. The Motel is near the local club, and walk to the bay. Checkin easy and fast. Will stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Graham

Travelled with partner
It is what it it is …an older budget motel but with the best price on the list, We would have no hesitation to stay here again —I rated it “average” in everything because nothing was “poor”….the one person staffing the motel was couteous and approachable but not onsite for most of the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024