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Newcastle BackpackersvsPort Stephens Motel
Port Stephens Motel and Newcastle Backpackers are both highly recommended by professional reviewers. On balance, Port Stephens Motel ranks marginally better than Newcastle Backpackers. Port Stephens Motel comes in at #18 in Newcastle with accolades from 1 publications like Time Out.
Newcastle Backpackers
Lonely Planet
42 & 44 Denison St, Newcastle, New South Wales 2303
From $19/night
- Free Internet
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Pool
- Free Parking
"It’s not a patch on the YHA but it’s cheap and offers free surfing lessons (board and wetsuit hire $25 for two hours), free dinners on Monday and Wednesday and free pick-up from the train station." Full review
Port Stephens Motel
Time Out
44 Mangus St, Nelson Bay, Port Stephens, New South Wales 2315
From $121/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Pool
- Family Friendly
"A small motel just a short stroll from town, with a swimming pool." Full review