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Moon River Motor Inn

3.0 star property
Travelers find peaceful riverside escape at Moon River Motor Inn, where afternoons unfold at a leisurely pace surrounded by greenery

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Moon River Motor Inn, by the water, offers a true escape. Enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool, on-site laundry, and relax on the terrace or in the garden. Complimentary newspapers keep guests connected.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is P6,313
P6,944 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13

Room options

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Showing 13 of 13 rooms

View all photos for Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (FS - Family Suite)

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Refrigerator (FS - Family Suite)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Studio Apartment)

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Studio Apartment)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

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 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)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)

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 Room, Non Smoking, Balcony (River View Twin Room)

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Balcony (River View Twin Room)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

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 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

Twin Room With River View

  • Sleeps 3

Studio Apartment

  • Sleeps 5

Family Suite

  • Sleeps 5

Three-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 6

Queen Room Wih River View

  • Sleeps 2

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3

Standard Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
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About the neighborhood

Map
159 Smith Street, Kempsey, NSW, 2440

What's nearby

  • Wigay Aboriginal Culture Park - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Horseshoe Bay Beach - 30 min drive - 40.9 km
  • Town Beach - 48 min drive - 60.8 km
  • Flynns Beach - 49 min drive - 61.6 km
  • Nobbys Beach - 51 min drive - 63.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Depot Eat & Drink - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Kempsey Health Foods - ‬11 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 a banquet hall
  • Meeting rooms, tour/ticket assistance, 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

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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
  • Limited onsite self parking

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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
Moon River Motor Inn Motel
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.

How much does it cost to stay at Moon River Motor Inn?

As of Jan 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Moon River Motor Inn on Jan 12, 2026 start from P 6,313.08, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Moon River Motor Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

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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Reviews

Moon River Motor Inn Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.4

Eco-friendliness

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 153 out of 456 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 186 out of 456 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 456 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 456 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 456 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Navleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, room overlooking river plus restaurant on premises.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Miriam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good motel, would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We were happy with our rooms. They were comfortable and clean for our overnight stay. The chinese restaurant on site had excellent food too.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Todd

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Expensive. Smelly. Run down. Bugs. Not worth the price - our suite hotel in Brisbane was cheaper!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay option
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

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

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
good basic clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

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

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
This hotel has a magnificent location, with direct access to the riverside, which offers astonishing views of the Maclay river and the opposite bank. It is close to shops, and the main town centre. It is an older style property, but has a great, family vibe.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathrina

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

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Very nice Lovely view of river
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

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

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

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and modern, so for this price point the standard was exceptional. It felt safe and the staff were helpful and friendly. The restaurant is quality also!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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

4/10 Poor

Mitchell

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unbearable noise from ac/water units directly outside the window. But no ac in the actual room. Had to keep it closed without cooling so it was sweltering. Just an unfortunate room, really.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

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

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

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

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

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