Top 10 Port Stephens Hotels

Post covid, most 5 star hotels have reduced their standards and their service levels, and truly, are not providing what we expect at that level anymore. That is not the case with the Anchorage. Aside from the large, stylish and wonderfully clean rooms, that come with stocked mini bars, quality Dyson hairdryers, generous toiletry supplies, the 2 pools, beach next door, kabana area and lovely restaurants, ( we ate in both The Galley and Wild Herring,and breakfast is a high standard) it is the little complementary touches that set this place apart. It is the staff circling the pool offering fresh watermelon and zooper dooper ice pops, champagne/ mimosas and barista coffee at breakfast, sun cream and chilled water poolside, and a drink when you check in. The staff are wonderful and nothing feels like too much trouble from everyone that we encountered - Olivia and team at the front desk, to housekeeping crew and all the wait staff. A call out to Angela, James, Carlos and Katie for your disposition and service, thank you. I have been here a few times for work, facilitating events for clients but not had the opportunity to enjoy the location. This time I booked a leisure trip with my family and I write this review because it truly has been a wonderful experience and they deserve the acknowledgment. I would recommend The Anchorage to clients and friends alike based on the thoughtful touches alone.

Friendly staff, great location within easy walk from Airport, Nicely designed comfortable rooms. A great stopover before my Business Conference over the weekend, especially since flights to my home destination were not available for immediate collection and drop off. It was great to unwind from a busy week before and after the conference.

A great couples getaways. Very nicely maintained property and great service. The pool is a fantastic way to spend your day whilst you watch the trees and the ocean. Will definitely return.

A bit disappointed that Trip.com didn’t give you the option to claim NSW vouchers. Landmark Resort provide excellent customer service, best I had ever experienced. Sam was amazing on our arrival and very helpful. Floors were sticky from soap residue, she came up within 10 minutes to wipe over tiles with clean water. Later that evening, she came up again to help me with the turning on the stove. Apartment was immaculate and well designed for a small 1 bedroom. Comfortable and modern. Lots of double PowerPoints to plug in your own devices. Beautiful view off the balcony. Excellent fast wifi. Great pool and games room (air hockey with ability to team up with a partner - 4 players, plus other games). Negatives: 1. Kitchen - No oven. Could add scissors, wooden spoon and smaller sized pan. Strange to have a huge fry pan to cook for 2 people, and on a small stove top. Also would recommend replacing Tefal type plans as they can become a health hazard when old. Bathroom - Shower head could do with an upgrade to handheld as the fixed one is small, and only wets just below shoulders, plus splashes everywhere. We made good use of the spa bath. Square toilet seats aren’t comfortable. Iron is very cheap and old. Dirt was coming out of the holes underneath and water kept spilling out of it.

Hotel location is quiet, go out to the beach, parking for 15 nights for 15 knives, but stay at the hotel more secure, very close to the beautiful birubi around, drive ten minutes to arrive, a white desert and beach, very beautiful, next to the restaurant Very tasty, the special dish of salt and pepper squid is very fresh, just a lot of noon tours, warning people, the restaurant will line up for a little while. The hotel can register for free membership. The room can be upgraded free of charge when you next check in. The room is large enough and fully equipped. The front desk will give you a comprehensive brochure when you check in. It is also close to the port of Stevens. Arrived.

The room we were originally allocated had a broken toilet seat but we were quickly moved to another room so they could repair it and we received a voucher (as compensation for the inconvenience) toward breakfast at the on-premise cafe (which was both very popular and had a good selection; on a personal note our choices were well presented and very tasty). The location is excellent as it is central to the CBD/foreshore area and on-premise parking was plentiful. Whilst we didn't use it, the pool area looked excellent too. Our Garden View room was very comfortable and quiet with everything you could expect bar the kitchen sink. I'd definitely consider this a primary option for accommodation on future visits to Nelson Bay.