Bannisters Port Stephens

4.0 star property

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Classic Double Room, Ocean View | Balcony
Classic Penthouse, Bathtub, Bay View | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets
Classic Double Room, Ocean View | Balcony view
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
147 Soldiers Point Road, Soldiers Point, NSW, 2317
  • Salamander Bay
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Soldiers Point Marina
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Anchorage Marina Port Stephens
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Double Room, Partial Ocean View

  • 322 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Studio, Partial Ocean View

  • 484 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Penthouse, Bathtub, Bay View

  • 603.0 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Suite, Bathtub

  • 538 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Triple Room, Garden View

  • 344.0 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

Classic Double Room, Ocean View

  • 322 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Double Room, Garden View

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Ocean Deck Lower Levels Rooms

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Paperbark Two Bedroom Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Ocean Deck Upper Levels Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Paperbark Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Paperbark Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

The Penthouse

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Ocean Deck Lower Levels Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Studio Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite With Sea View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Bannisters Port Stephens

4-star Soldiers Point hotel with 3 restaurants
This smoke-free hotel features 3 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, massage/treatment rooms and express check-out are onsite.
Bannisters Port Stephens offers 78 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and bathrobes. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Soldiers Point hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are 4 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include massages.
Dining is available at one of the hotel's 3 restaurants. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. This Soldiers Point hotel also offers an outdoor pool, spa services, and express check-out. Limited complimentary onsite parking is offered on a first-come, first-served basis, and a car charging station is available.

Bannisters Port Stephens is a smoke-free property.

Continental breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM.
Rick Stein at Bannisters - This seafood restaurant serves dinner only. Reservations are required.
Julio's Mexican - This tapas bar serves lunch and dinner. Happy hour is offered. Open select days.
Cheeky Dog Pub - This family restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Open select days.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: AUD 25 for adults and AUD 25 for children
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Cheeky Dog Pub
  • Julio's Mexican
  • Rick Stein at Bannisters

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 25 for adults and AUD 25 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 68667991109

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 6:30 AM to 9:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Bannisters Port Stephens Hotel Soldiers Point
Bannisters Port Stephens Hotel
Bannisters Port Stephens Soldiers Point
Bannisters Stephens Solers Po
Bannisters Port Stephens Hotel
Bannisters Port Stephens Soldiers Point
Bannisters Port Stephens Hotel Soldiers Point

Bannisters Port Stephens Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 190 out of 274 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 274 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 274 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 274 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 274 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and Spacious
Spacious and ultra clean room made for a very pleasant stay. Nice location with a huge bowling club with bistro across the road..
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

fang wei

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Takesh

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We stayed five nights across various properties in the Port Stephens and Hunter Valley areas. This property was by far the most expensive, which naturally set higher expectations. Unfortunately, it was also the most outdated—reminiscent of a 1970s California motel. We paid a premium for a “not partial” ocean view room, but as the attached photos show, the view felt more partial than advertised—though admittedly, it could have been worse. While the service was good, it didn’t stand out compared to the other places we stayed, so we didn’t feel particularly special. That said, Port Stephens itself was a fantastic destination. The hotel’s poolside area offered partial bay views, enjoyable drinks, and tasty Mexican food, which we appreciated. Regarding Rick Stein, we weren’t aware of him or his connection to the property (if any) or its restaurant beforehand. As such, the premium price tied to his name didn’t resonate with us and felt unjustified. Overall, while there were some highlights, the experience was underwhelming, especially given the cost.

4/10 Poor

Takesh

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Lawrance

Traveled with partner
It’s ok It’s a good place. Average at expensive costs
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always lovely
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

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

8/10 Good

Joshua

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Francesca

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris, Beverley Park

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great place to just relax everything at your door step. Staff were absolutely great.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darryn

Traveled with partner
Amazing gardens and room was great
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very Tranquil
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margie

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly professional staff with a smile
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Nice pool area. Vast array of eateries & bars within the resort. Staff were very welcoming & helpful. We would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a great place quest and friendly. Was good value.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Louise

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024