This is a 3-star motel and the room and room facilities reflected that. Adequate without being special - comfortable queen bed, complimentary tea/coffee/biscuits, wall mounted smallish TV, free wifi, refrigerator, good hot water, and a/c. Especially appreciated were the basic crockery and cutlery utensils, and a toaster, allowing simple eating (especially breakfast) in the room. Location is excellent - supermarket and liquor store across the road, and the RSL Club (with a bistro serving Asian and Australian meals) about 50 metres away. Highly recommended.

There was nothing particularly unlikeable although the shower recess could do with a 100% bleach clean to remove some mould areas. Also, although there was a clothes hanging rod in the room but there were no coat hangers.

This place is a little gem for those using the pacific highway, as it’s only a short drive away. The motel is quiet, small but cosy and spotlessly clean and has everything you could need. The owners/staff were outstanding too. Communication was excellent. I would definitely stay again

The property doesn't look too flash from the road, but don't be fooled it’s lovely

The room was exactly as described. It was clean and comfortable. Nothing fancy but everything you need was there. Perfect for one night!

You can hear your neighbors quite clearly so it might not be the ideal motel for noise sensitive people. It didn't bother us much though, and we had respectful neighbors.

Quaint, quiet, well appointed, comfy beds, fabulous shower heads, all the facilities for a home away from home stay - and clean as a whistle. My 6 year old grandson asked if we could live here! Great location with access to restaurant and general store. Thank you for a very welcome and comfortable stay after a long drive with 3 young children.

Very clean, BBQ area, quiet, great TV and comfortable beds. Roomy units.

For a little motel this is the loveliest I’ve ever stayed in. It’s obviously had a makeover and whoever did it deserves a huge compliment. So clean fresh and bright. Simple but lovely decor. THANKYOU. We’ll be back. PS The local bowlo was fantastic too. Raffles, food, drink excellent and at real old fashioned club prices.

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The suite we stayed in was huge, full kitchen, large lounge dining room and two bedrooms plus bathroom. Much more than was need for two people. Although we did use it all except second bedroom over the long weekend stay. Nicely decorated with matching furniture throughout the suite. Bed was comfortable without being exceptional but for the price of this unit I have nothing bad too say about this place. Karuah is a quiet town, close enough to nelson's Bay and tea gardens Barrington tops for day trips. Staff were great with very easy check in. Iga and rsl across the street

Location was close to the club, cafe and swimming pool. Urunga not far away. Was a good stop over before next leg of trip.

A washing line attached to house would have been handy or a good sized clothes horse to hang washing on verandah and out of rain.

On arrival we received a friendly welcome. The room was bright and cosy. The bed was comfortable as was the temperature of the room. All our needs were met. We enjoyed our short stay.

I cannot think of anything that I didn't like or anything else that I required.

The shower was amazing! The bed was really comfy, and the apartment was clean. Close to the bowling club which has amazing food and an all you can eat Chinese

I saw the owners talk to the people next door - but they didn’t really say “hi”. But that’s okay. Must have been a misconception.

We stayed for 2 nights at the Riverside while exploring the Port Stephens area. Lisa was very friendly and informative about where to go and what to see. There's a small shop opposite the hotel and the room has a fridge, microwave and kettle so we had all we needed for breakfast which we ate in the sunshine at the table and chairs on the small patio outside our room. The water pressure was great and the bed was very comfortable. I really recommend a stay here.