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12 Feb — 13 Feb2
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Tips for booking hotels in Kempsey

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Kempsey. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 5 February 2025.
Cheapest month:March
Most expensive month:September
Average price in Kempsey:S$ 120/night
Cheapest price found:S$ 57/night
Cheapest day:Sunday
Most expensive day:Friday
S$ 84 - S$ 149
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
S$ 117 - S$ 151
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Cheapest hotels in Kempsey, Australia

Discover affordable stays in Kempsey that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Kempsey can be found for as low as S$ 118 per night. There is currently one property in Kempsey that can be booked for this price. Motel Kempsey is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Kempsey. Price data was last updated on 5 February 2025
These Kempsey properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. If you have the flexibility, change the dates selected to compare prices.
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13 Lachlan Street (Macleay Valley Way), Kempsey, NSW, Australia
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
S$ 118
Avg. per night
161 Smith Street, Kempsey, NSW, Australia
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
S$ 123
Avg. per night
155 Smith Street, Kempsey, NSW, Australia
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
S$ 125
Avg. per night
159 Smith Street, Kempsey, NSW, Australia
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
S$ 130
Avg. per night
95 Smith Street, Kempsey, NSW, Australia
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
S$ 134
Avg. per night
465 Macleay Valley Way, Kempsey, NSW, Australia
3.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
S$ 141
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Kempsey

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About Kempsey

Nestled on the Macleay River, Kempsey is a water lover’s paradise near world-famous surf breaks and ample fishing and swimming spots. There’s a wealth of bush treks through surrounding national parks, while Heritage-listed buildings and fascinating museums dot the town centre.

Things to do in Kempsey

Explore the Macleay River with boat hire, kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding. Keen anglers can cast lines out for bass, bream and mulloways, while those looking for a picnic spot should head to Kempsey Riverside Park. About 20 kilometres away is Crescent Head, home to renowned surf breaks and a lookout with panoramic Pacific Ocean vistas.

Are you interested in Aboriginal culture and history? Head to Wigay Aboriginal Cultural Park for complete immersion in Indigenous food and medicine sourced from native trees and plants. Afterwards, admire a collection of authentic Indigenous artwork, including dot paintings, at Dunghutti-Ngaku Aboriginal Art Gallery. Along with paintings, you can purchase woven baskets, wood carvings and textiles.

Discover the life and legacy of one of Australia’s legendary country music stars at the Slim Dusty Centre. Here you can take a guided tour of Slim Dusty’s music memorabilia, watch documentaries in the theatre, listen to his songs in a recording studio and purchase souvenirs from the gift shop.

Held on the first Saturday of every month, the Kempsey Riverside Market is the perfect chance to sample the region’s local produce, purchase artisan goods and crafts and treat the kids to family-friendly live entertainment. Don’t forget to explore the nearby Willi Willi National Park, home to walking trails, verdant rainforest and native animals.

Getting around Kempsey

The fastest route to Kempsey is by flying into Port Macquarie Airport, about 50 kilometres away, from Sydney or Brisbane. You can also drive there from Sydney in five hours and Brisbane in six hours. Kempsey’s town centre is easily explored on foot, but you’ll need a car to venture further afield.

Facts about staying in Kempsey

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Kempsey to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 5 February 2025.
  • What are the best hotels in Kempsey?

    Motel Kempsey is a very popular hotel in Kempsey, with a score of 8.1 from 523 reviews. City Centre Motel Kempsey (8.3 from 1,176 reviews) and Moon River Motor Inn (7.2 from 919 reviews) are also highly rated Kempsey hotels based on recent feedback from HotelsCombined users.

  • How much do hotels in Kempsey cost?

    The average prices of hotels in Kempsey have been around S$ 146 per night over the last 3 days.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Kempsey?

    S$ 98/night is the cheapest price found for a hotel in Kempsey by HotelsCombined users over the last 72 hours.

  • How much is a hotel in Kempsey tonight?

    Over the last 3 days, the starting price of a hotel in Kempsey tonight has been as low as S$ 140 and the average price has been as much as S$ 140.

  • What are some other cities to stay in when visiting New South Wales?

    In addition to Kempsey, travellers opt to visit Sydney when visiting New South Wales. Merimbula is also a popular choice to visit.

  • How many hotels are there in Kempsey?

    In total, there are 17 hotels to choose from in Kempsey, compared to 39,112 properties in New South Wales.

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