Affordable Hotels in Lemon Tree Passage for Every Traveler

Welcome to Lemon Tree Passage Motel – one of Port Stephens' best-kept secrets. Just moments from the water and set against a peaceful garden backdrop, our newly renovated motel is where comfort, flexibility, and coastal charm come together. Whether you're visiting to unwind, explore, or reconnect with nature, our bayside location and modern upgrades make this the stay you’ve been searching for. 🏡 Newly Renovated Rooms: Every room is freshly updated and thoughtfully styled for relaxation. You'll enjoy air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom with hairdryer and free toiletries. A handy kitchenette includes a microwave, refrigerator, toaster, and electric kettle — perfect for short or extended stays. 🛏️ Flexible Bedding Options: All rooms come standard with a queen bed, plus additional singles for guests who need flexibility. Room rate includes setup for one bed. If you’d like extra beds made up (e.g. for friends or kids), simply reflect the total number of guests when booking or contact us in advance. A $30 per night per single bed applies-helping us prepare your room exactly the way you need it. 🚘 Easy Access + Free Parking: Pull in, park just outside your door, and relax. We offer free off-street parking for cars, boats, and trailers — no stairs, no hassle. 🚤 Lemon Tree Passage Marina A hidden waterfront gem where lifestyle, leisure, and local charm collide. Just a 1-minute drive or a 7-minute scenic walk from the motel, this vibrant bayfront village offers everything you need — and then some. ⚓ Easy-access boat ramp – launch and go without the crowds. 🏖️ Safe, cordoned-off swimming zone – calm waters for all ages to enjoy. 🏝️ Sandy shoreline & a playground – where kids roam free and imaginations run wild. 🔥 BBQ & picnic areas – sizzling lunches with million-dollar views. 🚶‍♂️ Waterfront walkways – perfect for a peaceful sunrise stroll or golden-hour wander. 🛍️ Specialty stores – boutique fashion, fishing gear, unique gifts, and more. 🍷 Bottle shop – chilled drinks on hand for a relaxed evening in. 💇 Hairdressers, physiotherapists & a pharmacist – everyday convenience at your doorstep. 🧺 Coin-operated laundromat – freshen up after a day on the sand or out on the water. 📮 Post office – send a postcard or tick off your to-do list with ease. ☕ Cafés & Takeaways – including the beloved Lemon Tree’s Kitchen, famous for hearty meals, coastal flavour, and genuine hospitality. 🍽️ The Poyers – an acclaimed fine-dining destination perched on the water, drawing food lovers from across NSW. 🍸 Lemon Tree Passage Distilling – sip handcrafted, award-winning gin with bay views and the best sunset seat in town. ✨ Why Guests Love Us: Rated among the top motels in Port Stephens, we’re known for our spotless rooms, newly renovated interiors, flexible bedding, friendly service, and unbeatable access to one of the coast’s most charming villages. Relaxation is calling. Your stay begins here.

- "If there was a award I could give For the best motel in Australia. This one would get it Lemon tree passage Motel." - "We stayed for the weekend and were genuinely impressed by the thoughtful little touches that made the experience feel so" - "Stay once and you will be back !" - "The owner Jason was so great and accommodating. I would recommend the motel. 5 stars." - "Great rooms!" - "Great place to stay"

Hotel in Soldiers Point with 3 restaurants and spa services
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.

- "Our stay at Bannisters was excellent. Service from Adele at the front desk was impeccable and the facilities are world class. Will definitely be back!" - "Very Tranquil " - "Friendly professional staff with a smile" - "We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Bannisters Port Stephens, the room was well laid out & we loved the balcony overlooking the bush! The staff were extremely friendly & nothing was too much trouble." - "Lovely friendly staff very accommodating to children and a pleasure to deal with. Food fantastic and a very comfortable room."

Located in Soldiers Point, a 3-minute walk from Kangaroo Point Reserve Beach, Bannisters Port Stephens provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Providing a bar, the property is located within 1.1 miles of Soldiers Point Marina. The property has room service, an ATM and luggage storage for guests. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. Each room includes an electric tea pot, while selected rooms contain a patio and others also offer sea views. A continental, Full English/Irish or vegetarian breakfast is available at the property. Anchorage Marina Port Stephens is 3.5 miles from Bannisters Port Stephens, while D'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay is 5.6 miles away. Newcastle Airport is 19 miles from the property.

- "Beautiful location and exceptional service." - "We had an amazing stay. If we stayed again we would choose a different room." - "Bannisters is a delight!! The staff are lovely, the amenities and perfect and the food choices and great! Will definitel" - "Rick Steins Restaurant is the Best !!" - "Close to where we needed to be. Clean and refreshing room. Very friendly staff." - "We celebrated our 10th wedding anniversary, and without a doubt, it was the best experience and choice we could have mad"

Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of Pacific Dunes Golf Course
This smoke-free motel features a garden, barbecue grills, and a picnic area. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided.
Lemon Tree Passage Motel offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 3-star motel have kitchenettes with refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

- "Great relaxing stay" - "Jason was an amazing host. Approachable and reliable. This is the motel which changed my perspective about past bad experiences with motels Will definitely recommend and will return Thks Jason for your help and taking care of us " - "Staff (Jason) was very accommodating and has good customer service. The property inside is clean, modern, nice and comfortable . My only comment is that there are lots of mosquitos outside when we tried to eat in the picnic area on out first night. But place are very clean. I highly recommend this place. Thank you . "