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Our top choices for Medowie Nature Reserve hotels

A modern house with a covered porch, large windows, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

1. BIG4 Karuah Jetty Holiday Park

BIG4 Karuah Jetty Holiday Park
3.5 star property
3 km from Medowie Nature Reserve
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (164 reviews)
"Perfect stop for a night on our way north comfortable, clean, roomy, comfortable bed, great staff (thank you, Grace) convenient, quiet and had everything we needed. Will stay again "
Australia
Nancy
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
BIG4 Karuah Jetty Holiday Park
A modern interior with a balcony, a dining area, and a living space with a sofa and a coffee table.

2. Lemon Tree Passage Motel

Lemon Tree Passage Motel
3.0 star property
10.8 km from Medowie Nature Reserve
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (275 reviews)
"Room was very clean, parking was good, enjoyed our stay, easy access to bowling club"
Australia
Rhonda
The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Lemon Tree Passage Motel
A couple walking outside a restaurant with outdoor seating, wooden pergolas, and a sign that reads "The Little."

3. Hotel Nelson

Hotel Nelson
4.0 star property
19.7 km from Medowie Nature Reserve
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice stay for one night. Location, great. Room, great!"
Canada
Kalen
The price is €131
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hotel Nelson
An underwater view of a swimming pool with clear water, a person swimming, and a water slide in the background.

4. Ingenia Holidays One Mile Beach

Ingenia Holidays One Mile Beach
2.5 star property
19.7 km from Medowie Nature Reserve
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (528 reviews)
"Best holiday spot with kids"
Australia
Prerana
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Ingenia Holidays One Mile Beach
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a large potted plant, and a unique circular seating area.

5. Mercure Newcastle Airport

Mercure Newcastle Airport
3.5 star property
17.2 km from Medowie Nature Reserve
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (587 reviews)
"Handy to airport pleasant staff food was great"
Indonesia
Ann
The price is €125
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Mercure Newcastle Airport
A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.

6. Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort

Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort
4.5 star property
17.1 km from Medowie Nature Reserve
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,645 reviews)
"Great spot for young families with plenty to see and do in close proximity"
Australia
Pryo
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort
A balcony with a wicker chair, a round wooden table, and a potted plant.

7. Bannisters Port Stephens

Bannisters Port Stephens
4.0 star property
13.1 km from Medowie Nature Reserve
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (365 reviews)
"Amazing staff best curry fish"
Australia
Ahmad
The price is €216
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Bannisters Port Stephens
A clear pool with a rocky waterfall feature and a red curved roof structure.

8. Sleepy Hill Motor Inn

Sleepy Hill Motor Inn
3.0 star property
19.3 km from Medowie Nature Reserve
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"The room was clean & comfortable. Parking was directly outside our room which was good for unpacking etc."
Australia
Alan
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Sleepy Hill Motor Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

9. Karuah Motor Inn

Karuah Motor Inn
3.0 star property
3.6 km from Medowie Nature Reserve
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (505 reviews)
"Clean room and everything you needed."
Australia
Rhonda
The price is €104
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Karuah Motor Inn
A marina with multiple boats docked, a large house with a swimming pool, and a rocky coastline.

10. Anchorage Port Stephens

Anchorage Port Stephens
4.0 star property
16.3 km from Medowie Nature Reserve
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location"
Australia
Harry
The price is €220
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Anchorage Port Stephens
A building with multiple windows, some with visible damage.

11. Colonial Terrace Motor Inn

Colonial Terrace Motor Inn
3.5 star property
20.6 km from Medowie Nature Reserve
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (630 reviews)
"It was close to Newcastle airport for an early flight, would recommend!"
Australia
Carol
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Colonial Terrace Motor Inn
Terrace/patio

12. Corlette Retreat

Corlette Retreat
3.0 star property
16.4 km from Medowie Nature Reserve
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (73 reviews)
"Very happy with location and treatment"
Australia
Robert
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Corlette Retreat
A bedroom with a bed, a window with blinds, a painting of palm trees, and a nightstand with a lamp.

13. Karuah Riverside Motel

Karuah Riverside Motel
3.5 star property
3.6 km from Medowie Nature Reserve
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (335 reviews)
"The motel is in walking distance to the local RSL for a great feed. Close to walk also to park by the river. Quiet area."
Australia
Susan
The price is €104
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Karuah Riverside Motel
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a bar area.

14. Ingenia Holidays Middle Rock

Ingenia Holidays Middle Rock
3.5 star property
19.1 km from Medowie Nature Reserve
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (315 reviews)
"The unit was good and clean. Nice locations. I was enjoying to stay there even only 1 night. I hope I will come back to stay longer there.."
Australia
Jap Yuwanly
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Ingenia Holidays Middle Rock
Two twin beds with white bedding and teal pillows, a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a rolled towel on the bed.

15. Karuah Gardens Motel

Karuah Gardens Motel
3.0 star property
3.3 km from Medowie Nature Reserve
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (122 reviews)
"Very nice and very clean. Very responsive to helping us. Great stay for an overnight. Will definitetly use in the future"
Australia
The
The price is €104
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Karuah Gardens Motel
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

16. The Landmark Resort Nelson Bay

The Landmark Resort Nelson Bay
4.0 star property
20 km from Medowie Nature Reserve
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Plenty of accessible parking"
Australia
Gerald
The price is €153
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
The Landmark Resort Nelson Bay
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a coastal cityscape with buildings and a body of water.

17. Oaks Nelson Bay Lure Suites

Oaks Nelson Bay Lure Suites
4.0 star property
19.6 km from Medowie Nature Reserve
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Friendly staff"
Australia
sashi
The price is €123
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Oaks Nelson Bay Lure Suites
A long dining area with wooden tables and chairs, arched windows, and hanging plants.

18. Seabreeze Hotel

Seabreeze Hotel
3.0 star property
19.8 km from Medowie Nature Reserve
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (422 reviews)
"Was a great stay"
Australia
daniel
The price is €117
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Seabreeze Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a painting of a beach scene, and a wooden headboard.

19. Peninsula Nelson Bay Motel and Serviced Apartments

Peninsula Nelson Bay Motel and Serviced Apartments
4.0 star property
21.2 km from Medowie Nature Reserve
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"The property is clean, staff are friendly, value for money."
Australia
Yiling
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Peninsula Nelson Bay Motel and Serviced Apartments
An aerial view of a coastal area with a beach, clear waters, and a small island.

20. Tea Gardens Motel

Tea Gardens Motel
3.5 star property
20.2 km from Medowie Nature Reserve
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (438 reviews)
"Great to have a good sized room in such a quiet area and so close to a restaurant. Will definitely stay there again."
Australia
GLENDA
The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Tea Gardens Motel
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Compare popular hotels close to Medowie Nature Reserve

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A modern house with a covered porch, large windows, and a staircase leading to the entrance.
BIG4 Karuah Jetty Holiday Park
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
164 reviews
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A modern interior with a balcony, a dining area, and a living space with a sofa and a coffee table.
Lemon Tree Passage Motel
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
275 reviews
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A couple walking outside a restaurant with outdoor seating, wooden pergolas, and a sign that reads "The Little."
Hotel Nelson
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
View
An underwater view of a swimming pool with clear water, a person swimming, and a water slide in the background.
Ingenia Holidays One Mile Beach
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
528 reviews
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A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a large potted plant, and a unique circular seating area.
Mercure Newcastle Airport
3.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
587 reviews
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Other attractions near Medowie Nature Reserve

Karuah and District Golf Club

8.0/10 (11 reviews)
Enjoy a round of golf in Karuah at Karuah and District Golf Club. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Medowie Nature Reserve?

Medowie Nature Reserve is located in Swan Bay. You'll find 8 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Medowie Nature Reserve?

Karuah Gardens Motel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. It's located 2 mi (3.3 km) from Medowie Nature Reserve. Other good choices within a few miles include BIG4 Karuah Jetty Holiday Park and Karuah Motor Inn.

How many hotels are there close to Medowie Nature Reserve?

Expedia has 8 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Medowie Nature Reserve.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Medowie Nature Reserve, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Medowie Nature Reserve.

What can I see and do near Medowie Nature Reserve?

Local parks like Longworth Park, Gir-um-bit National Park and Medowie State Conservation Area are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Snapper Island Nature Reserve, Gir-um-bit State Conservation Area and Karuah Nature Reserve. A visit to Karuah and District Golf Club is worth the trip when you're visiting.