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Karuah Gardens Motel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Karuah with free parking

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Deluxe Family Room
Exterior
Garden view
Reception
Deluxe Queen Room | Living area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$138
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July

Room options

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Deluxe Queen Room | Living area

Deluxe Queen Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Toaster
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Toaster
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe Family Room

Deluxe Family Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Toaster
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Map
353 Tarean Road, Karuah, NSW, 2324

What's nearby

  • Longworth Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Karuah and District Golf Club - 2 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Toboggan Hill Park - 50 min drive - 63.2 km
  • Nelson Bay Golf Club - 54 min drive - 66.6 km
  • d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay - 55 min drive - 67.4 km

Getting around

  • Wirragulla Station - 42 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Karuah Seafoods & Take Away - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Munchies Cafe and Takeaway - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Anaitis Tea & Coffee House - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Old Mate's Bakery - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Tillys Cafe - ‬31 min drive

About this property

Karuah Gardens Motel

Property highlights
Karuah Gardens Motel provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out and smoke-free property
  • Barbecues
Room features
All rooms are individually decorated, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Fridges, toasters and on-request microwaves

Languages

English

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  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 426 reviews
The price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
4 July - 5 July
Karuah Motor Inn

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free covered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Microwave on request

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

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
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 50 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

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; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Gardens Motel
Karuah Gardens
Gardens
Karuah Motor Inn Port Stephens
Karuah Gardens Motel Hotel
Karuah Gardens Motel Karuah
Karuah Gardens Motel Hotel Karuah

Frequently asked questions

Is Karuah Gardens Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Karuah Gardens Motel?

As of 3 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Karuah Gardens Motel on 7 July 2025 start from AU$137.56, 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.

How much is parking at Karuah Gardens Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Karuah Gardens Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Karuah Gardens Motel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does Karuah Gardens Motel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of AUD 50 per vehicle applies.

Where is Karuah Gardens Motel located?

Situated in Karuah, this hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Longworth Park, Medowie Nature Reserve and Karuah and District Golf Club. Medowie State Conservation Area and Gir-um-bit National Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Karuah Gardens Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 101 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 101 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 101 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 101 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 101 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cathy and Dave

This place is beautiful! A great option, I love it heading north when looking for a rest stop, as you can miss the morning rush through heatherbrae and continue your drive fresh the next day!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet little town on the river, convenient location for a night or 2 when driving up or down the coast. Room was basic & renovated, very clean & bed was very comfortable- a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were very happy with accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This Motel was a confortable nostalic stay. I particular liked the small tables and chairs outside the rooms. The resting àrea and room for kids to enjoy theirselves was a pleasure. Thank you Karuah Gardens Motel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy and Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just excellent!! Will be back, parking for large vehicles outside at front, and the room is just beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Clean, comfortable and convenient

A great overnight stopover with.convenient access to the freeway. Close to a great pizza place and the RSL. The river is close by too. Rooms were clean and comfortable and check in was a breeze.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANDREW

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Immaculately presented, clean. Attention to detail was just amazing. Would definitely recommend & stay there again. Your efforts were noted!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice locarion
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jithen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet extremely clean room with parking on site
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed before. Will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was just what we needed at that time of our journey
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Surprisingly good bed and pillows
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

nancye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and clean. Quiet. Bathroom small and dated
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had booked 2 rooms for one night, and were going to book somewhere else after our day trip to Sydney. We liked the place so much we booked the second night there as well. The owners have done a superb job of renovating each room. They were clean, tidy and well sound proofed. The shower head was one of the highlights (you will see) and the bed was really comfortable. I cant fault this place.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nishanthi

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Wolfgang

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

hans

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alles hat gepasst, sehr gepflegte Anlage mit schönem Garten. Alles sehr großzügig. Zimmer sind gepflegt und auch da hat alles gepasst. Bad in die Jahre gekommen. Das einzig Schlechte war der fehlende Wasserdruck in der Dusche - wirklich nur Tropfen aus dem Duschkopf - und ca 10 min Wasser lazfen lassen, um warmes Wasser zu erhalten. Nicht sehr umweltfreundlich und unökonomisch. Dennoch würde ich das Motel weiterempfehlen
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet hotel. Simple style, very confortable, convenient
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional price and service. Only downside was the curtains that don't block out the verandah lights all night
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A bit old, but roomy, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Exceptionally clean. Comfortable beds. Great communication by the hotel. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Slobodan

Averige accomodation
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Ian

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

8/10 Good

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023