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Moon River Motor Inn

3.0 star property
Comfortable motel with seasonal outdoor pool and bar/lounge

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (FS - Family Suite)
Exterior
Exterior
Dining
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Reviews
8.2

Very good

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • BarBarBar

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Map
159 Smith Street, Kempsey, NSW, 2440
  • Popular LocationKempsey Golf Club6 min drive
  • Popular LocationSlim Dusty Heritage Centre7 min drive
  • Popular LocationSmoky Cape Lighthouse26 min drive
  • AirportCoffs Harbour, NSW (CFS)67 min drive
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Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, Balcony (River View Room)

Standard Room, Balcony (River View Room)

Standard Room, Balcony (River View Room)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, Non Smoking, Balcony (Riverview Exec Room)

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Room, Non Smoking, Balcony (Riverview Exec Room)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Studio Apartment)

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Studio Apartment)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, Multiple Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Apartment - min. 3 nights)

Standard Suite, Multiple Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Apartment - min. 3 nights)

Standard Suite, Multiple Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Apartment - min. 3 nights)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, Non Smoking, Balcony (River View Twin Room)

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Balcony (River View Twin Room)

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Balcony (River View Twin Room)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (FS - Family Suite)

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (FS - Family Suite)

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (FS - Family Suite)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Kempsey

Moon River Motor Inn is located in Kempsey. Slim Dusty Heritage Centre and Smoky Cape Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Maria National Park and Kumbatine National Park.
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What's nearby

  • Kempsey Golf Club - 6 min drive
  • Slim Dusty Heritage Centre - 7 min drive
  • Smoky Cape Lighthouse - 26 min drive
  • Hat Head Beach - 29 min drive
  • Hat Head National Park - 30 min drive

Getting around

  • Kempsey Station - 2 min drive
  • Coffs Harbour, NSW (CFS) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 8 min walk
  • Depot Eat & Drink - 14 min walk
  • Tumblegum Bakehouse - 3 min drive
  • Lou's Cafe Restaurant - 14 min walk
  • Bucket Brewery - 5 min drive

About this property

Moon River Motor Inn

Property highlights
At Moon River Motor Inn, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Free in-room WiFi and a bar are available to all guests.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), RV/bus/truck parking, and express check-out
  • Meeting rooms, luggage storage, and free newspapers
Room features
All guestrooms at Moon River Motor Inn have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 24-inch LCD TVs with digital channels
  • Refrigerators and electric kettles

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: AUD 3 to 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Moon River Restaurant

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 24-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 3–25 per person

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 elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Moon River Motor Inn Kempsey
Moon River Motor Inn
Moon River Motor Kempsey
Moon River Motor
Moon River Motor Inn Motel
Moon River Motor Inn Kempsey
Moon River Motor Inn Motel Kempsey

Frequently asked questions

Does Moon River Motor Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Moon River Motor Inn?

As of May 15, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Moon River Motor Inn on May 16, 2024 start from CA $127.47, excluding 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.

Is Moon River Motor Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Moon River Motor Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Moon River Motor Inn?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Moon River Motor Inn?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Moon River Motor Inn located?

Situated in Kempsey, this motel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Wigay Aboriginal Culture Park, Kempsey Museum, and Kempsey Golf Club. Slim Dusty Heritage Centre and Maria National Park are also within 6 mi (10 km). Kempsey Station is 20 minutes by foot.

Moon River Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 136 out of 397 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 163 out of 397 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 397 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 397 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 397 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Maree

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
clean and tidy presentation, relaxing river outlook, excellent restaurant and service and friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Kathrina

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay, need a restaurant for breakfast options.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

David

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No microwave!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and easily accessible with parking at the door. Quiet and with a Chinese restaurant on a breezy terrace with beautiful views of the river, good food as well. Decent beds.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Royston

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Colin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
was clean staff lovely and well mannered
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clinton

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Very clean and good size room. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024