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Karuah Riverside Motel

3.5 star property
Art Deco motel in Karuah with free parking

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$142
includes taxes & fees
10 Apr - 11 Apr

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
428 Tarean Rd, Karuah, NSW, 2324

What's nearby

  • Longworth Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Karuah and District Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Toboggan Hill Park - 42 min drive - 54.1 km
  • Nelson Bay Golf Club - 45 min drive - 57.0 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

Motel in the business district
A garden, a hair salon and a snack bar/deli are just a few of the amenities provided at Karuah Riverside Motel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out and barbecues
  • Luggage storage and tour/ticket information
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and electric kettles

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Hair salon
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

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.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

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

More

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

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
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 alternative 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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

MONETIZATION_ON

Important information

Optional extras

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

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
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 smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Karuah Riverside Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

As of 11 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Karuah Riverside Motel on 10 Apr 2025 start from AU$141.82, 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 Riverside Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Karuah Riverside 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 Riverside Motel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does Karuah Riverside Motel provide a shuttle to the airport?

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

Where is Karuah Riverside Motel located?

Located in the heart of Karuah, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Longworth Park and Karuah Nature Reserve. Gir-um-bit National Park and Karuah and District Golf Club are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Karuah Riverside Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 164 out of 320 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 128 out of 320 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 320 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 320 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 320 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Brett

Karuah Riverside Motel was the ideal stopover on a long journey and didn’t disappoint
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Great place, very clean spacious room, tastefully furnished Fantastic bed & linen Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Easy to access, walking distance to a RSL club where meals were available. Check in was easy,, room was very clean and up to date - a very comfortable place to stay and we would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Wayne

Enjoyed our stay, everything clean, beautiful shower . Recommend for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lynne

Clean, tidy, large powerful shower. Would recommend to all. Well worth detoring from the highway.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudette

Easy to locate; close to dining facilities and grocery store. Comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Great place to stay for a night.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Great little motel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Happy with the stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Amanda

Lovely and clean, well equipped, easy access.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

We had a great stay clean ,comfortable rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Ian

Nice spot
Good little motel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Maureen

Quiet and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

We regularly use this motel, as quite and convenient to club, and fresh seafood
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

zubina

Very friendly staff, quiet and walking distance to local lake which has an Oyster farm.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

DonnaAnne

Clean tidy motel convenient for us. Great stay and we would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Proprietors could not have been more helpful Enjoyed stay Good value Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Amal

Comfortable stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theodora

Was nice and close to everything and very impressive considering the cheaper price tag.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz

This was perfect for our overnight stop on our journey home.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Ease of access to the property, quiet, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Kath

The room was refurbished and exceptionally clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Pleasant and basic room, comfy bed. Perfect for a stop over
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin

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

Kate

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