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Moon River Motor Inn

3.0 star property
Riverfront motel with a seasonal outdoor pool and a bar

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (FS - Family Suite) | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
Restaurant
Terrace/patio
Seasonal outdoor pool

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is SAR 347
SAR 382 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Apr - 25 Apr

Room options

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

Standard Room, Balcony (River View Room) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

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) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

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) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

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) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

Twin Room With River View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Family Suite

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Three-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Studio Apartment

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Queen Room Wih River View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Room With River View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
159 Smith Street, Kempsey, NSW, 2440

What's nearby

  • Slim Dusty Heritage Centre - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Crescent Head Country Club - 23 min drive - 21.9 km
  • Smoky Cape Lighthouse - 26 min drive - 31.3 km
  • South West Rocks Country Club - 30 min drive - 34.3 km
  • Horseshoe Bay Beach - 30 min drive - 33.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Lou's Cafe Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Depot Eat & Drink - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Tumblegum Bakehouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Moon River Motor Inn

Motel by the river
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
  • RV/bus/truck parking, express check-out, and tour/ticket assistance
  • A banquet hall, meeting rooms, 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

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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

  • 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
  • On a river
  • 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

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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 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 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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

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

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
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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.

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 on the waterfront, 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.

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Moon River Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 146 out of 433 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 178 out of 433 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 433 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 433 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 433 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well priced, convenient and clean motel as a stopover. On site restaurant was very good too.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful, friendly staff, enjoyed the meal
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

ARTHUR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Home Away From Home. Perfect Half Way Point Stop For a Road Trip !!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice n quite awesome Chinese restaurant at motel , quite nice room for the money
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice motel room access to river
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerri-Ann

Liked: Amenities
the night. Great cheap motel. Clean. Close to everything you need. Lovely spot on the river.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Was better than expected!!! Excellent stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Kathrina

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

4/10 Poor

Eric

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a very run down property and at $220 a night we suggest you look elsewhere
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great motel for an overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay for an overnighter.

8/10 Good

Lynell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, nice view of the river at the back of the property.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Maree

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

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are spacious and comfortable. Friendly staff. Great Chinese restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Nicole

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Old and needed a lot of work on it to bring it up to decent.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Eugenio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my overnight stay in a room with a view of the river and the restaurant which served a delicious sweet and sour pork. Definitely stay there again when I travel to Brisbane.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older style motel in a beautiful location on the banks of the Hastings River. Set well back from the road so very quiet. Excellent quality Chinese Restaurant attached to the motel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet location riverfront property, clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location with lovely river views
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Perfect Pit-stop between Sydney and GoldCoast - Traditional Chinese Restaurant onsite for dinner was great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

IAN

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Grate view over the river

Just a one night stay, very comfortable bed and the restaurant has fantastic food.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Chinese restaurant, the view of the river and the large rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very pleasant and affordable place to stay in Kempsey. Nicely positioned off the main road so no real traffic noise and beautiful views over the river out the back of the unit.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Errol

Good location on the river and 15 minute walk to RSL. Room clean and comfy bed. A little dusappointed clean towels not in room at time of check-in around 16:30. Towels supplied on request. Simple, clean ok for an overnighter.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for a family gathering, clean room larger then expected, lovely view over the river at rear of hotel. We have stayed at other places in Kempsey and we will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023