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Nicholas Royal Motel

3.5 star property
Motel in Hay with free airport shuttle and outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool
Reception
Iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Children's area
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$133
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug

Room options

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Family Special (Pets not allowed)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Queen Room Package (Pets not allowed)

Queen Room Package (Pets not allowed)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twin Room (Pets not allowed)

Twin Room (Pets not allowed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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About the area

Hay is home to Nicholas Royal Motel. Hay Heritage Walk and Bishop's Lodge are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Murrumbidgee Valley Regional Park and Eli Elwah Reserve. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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152 Lachlan Street, Hay, NSW, 2711

What's nearby

  • TAFE Riverina Institute - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Hay Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hay Heritage Walk - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Dunera Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Bishop's Lodge - 3 min drive - 1.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Robertson's Hot Bread Kitchen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Jolly Jumbuck Bistro - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Long Paddock Cafe & Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Convent - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Black Sheep Coffee Shop Hay - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Nicholas Royal Motel

Property highlights
Consider a stay at Nicholas Royal Motel and take advantage of a free return airport shuttle, a garden and a snack bar/deli. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking and extended parking
  • Smoke-free property and luggage storage
Room features
All guest rooms at Nicholas Royal Motel boast comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and cots/infant beds

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free return airport shuttle from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM on request
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 10.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per stay

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 10.0 per day

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
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

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 Nicholas Royal Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Nicholas Royal Motel?

As of 12 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nicholas Royal Motel on 18 Aug 2025 start from AU$133.14, 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 Nicholas Royal Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Nicholas Royal Motel?

Self-parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Nicholas Royal Motel?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Nicholas Royal Motel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does Nicholas Royal Motel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM on request.

Where is Nicholas Royal Motel located?

Situated in Hay, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of TAFE Riverina Institute, Hay Library and Hay Park. Lions Park and Dal Wright Park are also within 10 minutes.

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Nicholas Royal Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 252 out of 435 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 154 out of 435 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 435 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 435 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 435 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hosts and clean, comfortable rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Esther

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very family friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property was in a good spot. Very quiet in the townshio and the bakery across the road was the best for breakfast in the morning
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good motel in the middle of town. A good stopover.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in. Close to supermarket and pubs.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness
Was good. Would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Alistair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's good and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, clean and a short walk to the Pub for a Meal.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect position for dining and shopping. Clean rooms and nice staff. Parking is off street.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very enjoyable stay in a very clean, quiet and affordable motel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean and tidy. The bed was good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Eating close by
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

GARY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely property
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Em

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly & helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

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

Great

Excellent stay. We highly recommend the Nicholas Royal Motel. We were welcomed and the room and premises were clean, well maintained and very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie-Anne

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

Happy customer

From the friendly staff at reception to checking out. I cannot find any faults and will stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners were very friendly and helpful. Great recommendations and milk for tea when we arrived.the room was very clean and the bed was comfortable. Great stay, highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Belal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice option to stay night for rest of long trip
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and handy to dining at Riverinahotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer

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

Great place to stay

Nicholas Royal is always a clean comfortable welcoming place to come to at the end of the day.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet hotel. Only stayed one night. Very comfy bed. Good in room facilities. Fred the manager was really helpful and let me stay slightly later than check out time to complete a work call.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly helpful owners. Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kym

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to all shopping and food outlets.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff who do everything they can for their customers.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great motel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023