Great Northern Hotel

Hotels
7.4 (422 reviews)
40 Elbow Street , Kempsey , au

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Family rooms
Laundry
Express check-in/check-out
Bar
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and tidy
Friendly staff
Good value for money
Great food
Cons:
No WiFi
Noise from downstairs
Issues with shared facilities

Categories

Cleanliness
6.79
Reviews mentioned clean rooms; however, negative comments about shared facilities and specific cleanliness issues mentioned.
Service
8.26
Multiple reviews praised the staff's helpfulness and friendliness.
Location
7.8
Location was convenient for travellers as per the reviews, but noise from the bar impacted some experiences.
Room Quality
6.75
Some renovations noted positively, but issues with noise and shared bathrooms were highlighted.
Amenities
6.28
Reviews indicated a lack of basic amenities like WiFi and cleanliness of shared facilities.
Value for Money
7.74
Most reviews felt the hotel provided good value, especially for short stays.
Food and Beverage
7.79
Food quality received good remarks, with some noting it positively despite other issues.
Overall Experience
7.76
Positive mentions of comfort and staff, but overshadowed by some negative experiences.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 16:26

Property Description

Family-Friendly Accommodation
Great Northern Hotel, located in Kempsey, offers a comfortable stay with family rooms and a children's playground, perfect for a memorable family vacation.

Convenient Amenities
Enjoy the convenience of a shared kitchen and an ATM on-site, making your stay hassle-free and comfortable. Stay connected with free WiFi and unwind with a drink at the hotel's bar.

Prime Location
Situated just 46 km from Port Macquarie Regional Stadium and with easy access to Port Macquarie Marina, Great Northern Hotel is the ideal choice for travelers looking to explore the area.

Experience a delightful stay at Great Northern Hotel.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

7.4
Based on 422 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.79
Service: 8.26
Location: 7.8
Room Quality: 6.75
Amenities: 6.28
Value for Money: 7.74
Food and Beverage: 7.79
Overall Experience: 7.76
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Lavinia • family_with_children • au
6
Fun and easy going
Pros:

Clean room, clean facilities, and nice friendly staff. Niki the bar manager was very welcoming and did a great job. There is secured locked parking. The bistro food was great and there is and out door area and kids play area down stairs.

Cons:

There was some noisey other guests that even after being told to stop by staff continued on until they were exited from the property. But the places after hrs manager was easily contactable and sorted the issue. Since it’s a popular pub there is the possibility for intoxicated people making problems.

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Annette • couple • au
7
Basic
Pros:

Good basic accommodation

Cons:

No hot water in shower. Only one bathroom to share.

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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King • solo_traveller • au
4
Pros:

Close to train station

Cons:

Noise till 2 am abit late much for me but my own fault as it's a pub hotel

2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Zdenek • solo_traveller • cz
8
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • au
9
When I'm in kempsy again I'll be staying at the great northern hotel.
Pros:

Wicked pub...great food and beer with friendly patrons. Slept like a baby.

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Jackob • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

Access

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • solo_traveller • au
8
Clean, basic accommodation. This is typical Australian pub. Rooms upstairs, shared bathrooms.
Pros:

No Breakfast but lovely food for evening meal at Bistro.

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Mekenah • solo_traveller • au
2
Cons:

Too many stairs and they were really steep .

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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KAREN • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

Super quiet and comfortable beds. The meals at the pub were also great.

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Sole • solo_traveller • au
8
Pros:

Convenient and feel safe

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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James • solo_traveller • au
7
2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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alngwen • solo_traveller • au
9
Pros:

Great pub accommodation. Clean comfortable and bathrooms modern and spotless.

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Herman • solo_traveller • au
7
2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Chowdhury • solo_traveller • au
10
Great place with awesome staffs. Loved it.
Pros:

Friendly staff. Very helpful. Clean rooms and amenities.

Cons:

Nothing. Had a great time.

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • au
10
I usually stay in Kempsey as it is halfway to Brisbane
Pros:

It’s clean and comfortable.

Cons:

All was good

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Colin • solo_traveller • au
7
Always love staying but you fell off this time
Pros:

Love it and the bistro

Cons:

Bed cover was stained and obvious. Room #1 nearest the door

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Colin • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

Simple, easy and very clean

Cons:

All good

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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KERRIE • solo_traveller • au
1
2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Scott • family_with_children • au
8
2026-05-06 • via Nuitee