Title: Karuah Gardens Motel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Karuah Gardens Motel Peaceful gardens surround this tranquil motel retreat where travelers can enjoy outdoor barbecue grills for memorable al fresco meals in a serene setting ## Photo gallery for Karuah Gardens Motel ![Deluxe Family Room - Karuah Gardens Motel (Karuah)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15540000/15537000/15536968/32bbfd2f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Garden view - Karuah Gardens Motel (Karuah)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15540000/15537000/15536968/8977684c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Queen Room | Living area - Karuah Gardens Motel (Karuah)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15540000/15537000/15536968/f7d01717.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Karuah Gardens Motel (Karuah)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15540000/15537000/15536968/3af9b44e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - Karuah Gardens Motel (Karuah)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15540000/15537000/15536968/c3e56ed2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Karuah Gardens Motel provides a quiet getaway in a peaceful location. Travelers can stay connected with WiFi, relax in the garden spaces, or prepare meals on the barbecue grills. The convenient self-parking receives positive mentions from those who have stayed here. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Housekeeping ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 27 - Dec. 28](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-27&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=15536968&PinnedHotelID=15536968&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-27&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=15536968&PinnedHotelID=15536968&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 28 - Dec. 29](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-28&endDate=2025-12-29&selected=15536968&PinnedHotelID=15536968&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-28&endDate=2025-12-29&selected=15536968&PinnedHotelID=15536968&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan. 2 - Jan. 4](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=15536968&PinnedHotelID=15536968&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=15536968&PinnedHotelID=15536968&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan. 9 - Jan. 11](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=15536968&PinnedHotelID=15536968&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=15536968&PinnedHotelID=15536968&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ### View all photos for Deluxe Queen Room ![Deluxe Queen Room | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15540000/15537000/15536968/65e60717.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Queen Room 9.2 Wonderful 5 reviews ### Highlights Individually decorated Air conditioning Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Hair dryer Private bathroom Toaster - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room ![Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15540000/15537000/15536968/4db508bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Twin Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Individually decorated Air conditioning Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Hair dryer Private bathroom Toaster - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Family Room ![Deluxe Family Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15540000/15537000/15536968/b9cfbd25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Family Room ### Highlights Individually decorated Air conditioning Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Hair dryer Private bathroom Toaster - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKaruah-Hotels-Karuah-Gardens-Motel.h15536968.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKaruah-Hotels-Karuah-Gardens-Motel.h15536968.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-32.65334%2C151.95710&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=HEFyWYlXDdAbzBszW_KIrZUhXnQ=) 353 Tarean Road, Karuah, NSW, 2324 #### What's nearby - Longworth Park \- 12 min walk \- 1.1 km - Karuah National Park \- 9 min drive \- 3.1 km - University of Newcastle \- 45 min drive \- 62.8 km - John Hunter Hospital \- 51 min drive \- 64.0 km - Newcastle Beach \- 51 min drive \- 63.2 km #### Getting around - Wirragulla Station - 42 min drive - Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 32 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Karuah Seafoods and Takeaway - ‬8 min walk - ‪Anaitis tea and coffee house - ‬32 min drive - ‪Karuah Pub - ‬1 min walk - ‪Karuah Pharmacy - ‬7 min walk - Zorba's Restaurant ## About this property ### Karuah Gardens Motel Property highlights Karuah Gardens Motel provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - Free self parking - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out, and smoke-free premises - Barbecue grills Room features All guestrooms are individually decorated, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries - Refrigerators, toasters, and on-request microwaves ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6270000/6260400/6260333/9a36eb66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Karuah Riverside Motel Karuah - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Housekeeping 8.8 Excellent 329 reviews CA $132 CA $147 total includes taxes & fees Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-13&endDate=2026-01-14&selected=6260333&PinnedHotelID=6260333&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6230000/6228400/6228400/e20e875f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Karuah Motor Inn Karuah - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Housekeeping 9.0 Wonderful 457 reviews CA $139 CA $154 total includes taxes & fees Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-08&endDate=2026-01-09&selected=6228400&PinnedHotelID=6228400&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629000/9628991/ec351420.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bulahdelah Motor Lodge Bulahdelah - Pool - Kids pool - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.8 Excellent 389 reviews CA $129 CA $142 total includes taxes & fees Dec 29 - Dec 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-29&endDate=2025-12-30&selected=9628991&PinnedHotelID=9628991&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11300/11240/0fce4b32.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tea Gardens Motel Tea Gardens - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.2 Very good 405 reviews CA $146 CA $162 total includes taxes & fees Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-13&endDate=2026-01-14&selected=11240&PinnedHotelID=11240&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626400/9626388/65448d8a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Corlette Palms Motor Inn Corlette - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 7.2 Good 393 reviews CA $120 CA $132 total includes taxes & fees Jan 27 - Jan 28, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=9626388&PinnedHotelID=9626388&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629500/9629448/80796fb3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bulahdelah Myall Motel Bulahdelah - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 8.4 Very good 125 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-10&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=9629448&PinnedHotelID=9629448&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2260000/2250400/2250340/d592a84a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Port Stephens Motel Nelson Bay - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 8.0 Very good 486 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-10&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=2250340&PinnedHotelID=2250340&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3940000/3935900/3935887/06c5da69.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Admiral Nelson Motor Inn Nelson Bay - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.0 Wonderful 438 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-10&endDate=2026-01-11&selected=3935887&PinnedHotelID=3935887&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625500/9625487/b39292b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tea Gardens Hotel Tea Gardens - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 8.0 Very good 211 reviews CA $159 CA $176 total includes taxes & fees Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-07&endDate=2026-01-08&selected=9625487&PinnedHotelID=9625487&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628600/9628552/0704d0a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### BIG4 Karuah Jetty Holiday Park Karuah - Pool - Kids pool - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.8 Excellent 160 reviews CA $226 CA $226 total includes taxes & fees Jan 27 - Jan 28, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=9628552&PinnedHotelID=9628552&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge - Free covered self parking on site - Limited onsite self parking ### Family friendly - In-room refrigerator - Microwave on request ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### 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. - No elevator - Well-lit path to entrance ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Microwave on request - Refrigerator - Toaster ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Desk - Desk chair - Heating (climate-controlled) - Individual decor - Iron/ironing board on request ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 AM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals welcome) ### 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 - Airport shuttle fee: AUD 50 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4) 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 ### Property is also known as Gardens Motel Karuah Gardens Gardens Karuah Motor Inn Port Stephens Karuah Gardens Motel Hotel Karuah Gardens Motel Karuah Karuah Gardens Motel Hotel Karuah ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Karuah Gardens Motel pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Karuah Gardens Motel? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Karuah Gardens Motel? ### What time is check-out at Karuah Gardens Motel? ### Does Karuah Gardens Motel provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Karuah Gardens Motel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Karuah Gardens Motel Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 7.8 Location ### 9.0 Staff & service ### 8.0 Eco-friendliness ### 8.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 57 8 - Good 36 6 - Okay 10 4 - Poor 3 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne Jul 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Very quiet spacious room comfortable bed and lovely hot shower. Well placed off the road for a good stopover travelling north or south on the Pacific highway ##### Anne Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Apr 22, 2025 This is a regular stop for us … this facility is great. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Anne Sep 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities We were very happy with accommodation ##### Anne Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melissa Jan 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Quiet little town on the river, convenient location for a night or 2 when driving up or down the coast. Room was basic & renovated, very clean & bed was very comfortable- a great stay ##### Melissa Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cathy and Dave Jun 10, 2025 This place is beautiful! A great option, I love it heading north when looking for a rest stop, as you can miss the morning rush through heatherbrae and continue your drive fresh the next day! ##### Cathy and Dave Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew Nov 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice quiet hotel. Simple style, very confortable, convenient ##### Andrew Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judith Apr 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities This Motel was a confortable nostalic stay. I particular liked the small tables and chairs outside the rooms. The resting àrea and room for kids to enjoy theirselves was a pleasure. Thank you Karuah Gardens Motel ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/38dcde5b-0164-421b-b799-3bd993ced587-1745732164407.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Judith Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Jan 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Clean, comfortable and convenient A great overnight stopover with.convenient access to the freeway. Close to a great pizza place and the RSL. The river is close by too. Rooms were clean and comfortable and check in was a breeze. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tim Aug 14, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Stayed before. Will stay again ##### Tim Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jithen Nov 19, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Quiet extremely clean room with parking on site ##### Jithen Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ruben Dec 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Surprisingly good bed and pillows ##### Ruben Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cathy and Dave Apr 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Just excellent!! Will be back, parking for large vehicles outside at front, and the room is just beautiful. ##### Cathy and Dave Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Alexander Aug 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities It was just what we needed at that time of our journey ##### Alexander Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Brian Oct 20, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Nice locarion ##### Brian Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ANDREW Apr 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Immaculately presented, clean. Attention to detail was just amazing. Would definitely recommend & stay there again. Your efforts were noted! ##### ANDREW Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Fernando Jan 10, 2017 Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good base to the Hunter and Valley Port Stephens. Karuah is about 30 minutes to Hawks Nest Beach and about 45 minutes to the Hunter Valley and Port Stephens/Nelson Bay. ##### Fernando ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dean May 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Exceptionally clean. Comfortable beds. Great communication by the hotel. Highly recommended. ##### Dean Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David Aug 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities A bit old, but roomy, clean and comfortable. ##### David Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Steven Nov 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Clean , neat and convenient ##### Steven Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### nancye Nov 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very comfortable and clean. Quiet. Bathroom small and dated ##### nancye Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Andrew Sep 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Exceptional price and service. Only downside was the curtains that don't block out the verandah lights all night ##### Andrew Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brett Feb 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We had booked 2 rooms for one night, and were going to book somewhere else after our day trip to Sydney. We liked the place so much we booked the second night there as well. The owners have done a superb job of renovating each room. They were clean, tidy and well sound proofed. The shower head was one of the highlights (you will see) and the bed was really comfortable. I cant fault this place. ##### Brett Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Tammy Nov 12, 2023 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Didn’t think much of the property of a night time you can’t even see through Paul lighting cockroach infested only good thing. Was the beds were comfortable. Is the fleas won’t jumping on you. ##### Tammy Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### hans Jan 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Alles hat gepasst, sehr gepflegte Anlage mit schönem Garten. Alles sehr großzügig. Zimmer sind gepflegt und auch da hat alles gepasst. Bad in die Jahre gekommen. Das einzig Schlechte war der fehlende Wasserdruck in der Dusche - wirklich nur Tropfen aus dem Duschkopf - und ca 10 min Wasser lazfen lassen, um warmes Wasser zu erhalten. Nicht sehr umweltfreundlich und unökonomisch. Dennoch würde ich das Motel weiterempfehlen ##### hans Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Slobodan Apr 9, 2024 Averige accomodation ##### Slobodan Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024