Hunter Gateway Motel

3.5 star property
Maitland motel with outdoor pool

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Nestled in Rutherford, Hunter Gateway Motel offers a tranquil escape with its garden and outdoor pool. Relax on the sun-kissed terrace or stay connected with in-room WiFi. The helpful staff is always available to ensure your stay is hassle-free.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (7)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
The current price is $100
$110 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13

Room options

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Deluxe Queen Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe King Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premium King Spa Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room (Pet Friendly)

  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Queen Room (Pet Friendly)

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe King Room (Pet Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
11 Denton Park Drive, Rutherford, NSW, 2320

What's nearby

  • Winter Art Bazaar - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Hunter Valley Wildlife Park - 24 min drive - 29.5 km
  • Hunter Valley Gardens - 25 min drive - 33.3 km
  • Lake Macquarie - 40 min drive - 47.1 km
  • John Hunter Hospital - 42 min drive - 43.3 km

Getting around

  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 36 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 140 min drive
  • Telarah Station - 4 min drive
  • Maitland Station - 6 min drive
  • High Street Station - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Guzman Y Gomez - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Oporto - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Rutherford Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dartagnan's Café - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Hunter Gateway Motel

Located near a train station, Hunter Gateway Motel is a great choice for a stay in Maitland. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks. Other features include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 63 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open Monday - Thursday (9:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (9:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • Check-in before 2 PM and after 10 PM can be arranged on request at the time of booking.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets stay free (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 33 lbs per pet)
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • To-go breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:00 AM–11:00 AM

What to do

  • Winery tours nearby

Services

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 4 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator (single level property)

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Alarm clock
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • To-go breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 16 for adults and AUD 16 for children
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 20.0 per day
  • Rollaway beds are available for AUD 30.0 per night

Policies

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Maitland Mercure
Mercure Hotel Maitland
Hunter Gateway Motel Rutherford
Bradford Hotel Maitland
Hunter Gateway Rutherford
Mercure Maitland Rutherford
Hunter Gateway
Best Western Plus Hunter Gateway
Best Western Hunter Gateway
Hunter Gateway Motel Motel
Hunter Gateway Motel Rutherford
Hunter Gateway Motel Motel Rutherford

Frequently asked questions

Does Hunter Gateway Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hunter Gateway Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Hunter Gateway Motel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Hunter Gateway Motel?

Yes, cats and dogs stay free, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 33 lbs per pet. Food and water bowls are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Hunter Gateway Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hunter Gateway Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at Hunter Gateway Motel and nearby?

Hunter Gateway Motel has an outdoor pool and a garden.

What's the area around Hunter Gateway Motel like?

Hunter Gateway Motel is in Rutherford, a short 20-minute walk from Winter Art Bazaar.

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Reviews

Hunter Gateway Motel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The property is conveniently located near good restaurants and offers complimentary snacks and a nearby pub with tasty meals. (4 reviews)
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6/10 Good

Parking was easy and close to most things
Nicole, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Easy check in, clean rooms. Great place to stay
Kellie, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

staff are courteous and helpful
Marilyn, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Comfy king bed, spacious room, great shower
Karen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely clean and well presented room. Staff were very welcoming and helpful.
Shirlee, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Room was clean, easy check-in.
Kyle, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nice quiet room
Chris, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was spotless, has been modernised since last staying here
Tracey, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly and helpful staff, and the rooms were clean and comfortable. I definitely recommend staying here and will happily return in the future.
Mali, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very happy with our stay, once again Thank you
Sharran, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room and hotel was perfectly located with various facilities around within walking distance of the hotel.
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Courteous staff. Clean room. Perfect for an overnight stay.
nicole, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, comfortable bed, quiet over night. Very pleasant stay. Would highly recommend.
Jessica, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Spacious room , easy parking
Cau, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Was clean and comfortable with easy check-in.
Melody, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Motel is great however the single and queen mattress have sunked - needs replacing
yudith, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean, quiet, may need renovation.
Brendan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, quiet room, very clean staff were wonderful and extremely comfy bed. Will definately stay again
Camilla Hold, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Quite and close to the amenities I required. One of the faves to visit.
Anna, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean and friendly staff
Mary Margaret, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The rooms were clean and a fair size. Good bathroom. Bed was comfortable.
Michael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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Yuval, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

So lovely I have stayed a lot of times there
Shane, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

It's a very clean and modern place to stay, i would recommend it and would stay there again!
Phillippa, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great value and easy walk to pub for drinks and meal
Michael, 2-night trip