The Convent Hunter Valley Hotel, Pokolbin - Reviews, Room Options & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

88 Halls Road, Pokolbin, New South Wales, Pokolbin, Australia, 2320

Great

8.7

9.0

/10

3.7

4.2

Location

The Convent Hunter Valley is situated in Pokolbin, surrounded by beautiful gardens and vineyards. This hotel provides expansive acreage views and is located just 40 minutes from Newcastle and two hours from Sydney. Guests are merely a stroll away from Pepper Tree Winery and Circa 1876.

Rooms

The Convent offers 19 intimate guest rooms with individual designs and furnishings, ensuring every stay is distinct. Rooms such as the Deluxe Rooms feature queen-size beds and French doors that open to spacious verandahs with estate views. The Premier Rooms and Garden Suites include luxurious amenities, such as oversized layouts and private lounges.

Dining

On-site dining at Restaurant Eighty-Eight begins with an a la carte breakfast and includes a High Tea experience on weekends. Guests can also savor meals at Circa 1876, which focuses on organic, paddock-to-plate dining with produce harvested from the hotel's own kitchen gardens. Both venues showcase the culinary depth of the Hunter Valley region.

Wellness

The Convent partners with Spicers Vineyards Estate to offer a comprehensive range of spa treatments at Spa Anise, allowing guests to unwind and recharge. The hotel provides leisure facilities, including a tennis court and swimming pool, for active relaxation. Stays can also include exclusive wine-tasting experiences at nearby vineyards.

Business and Events

The Convent caters to corporate events with specialized venue options, including The Chapel and Grand Marquee, which can accommodate up to 160 guests. Customized packages for meetings and celebrations include access to audiovisual equipment and dedicated staff. This setting combines the charm of historic architecture with functional event spaces.

Highlights

Location: Surrounded by beautiful gardens and vineyards

Rooms: 19 unique guest rooms with estate views

Dining: Restaurant Eighty-Eight and High Tea services

Wellness: Spa Anise with full range of treatments

Business: Customized packages for corporate events

Wine Tasting: Exclusive tastings at Pepper Tree Wines

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The Convent Hunter Valley Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Superior Queen Room

2 persons

270 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Deluxe Queen Room

2 persons

270 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Bathtub

Air conditioning

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Premier Room

2 persons

380 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Garden Suite

2 persons

435 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

Facilities: Great

8.6/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
Concierge desk
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Cycling
Tennis court
Golf course

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Picnic area/ Tables
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Cots
Babysitting/Child services
Board games
Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

The Convent Hunter Valley Hotel Location

88 Halls Road, Pokolbin, New South Wales, Pokolbin, Australia, 2320

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88 Halls Road, Pokolbin, New South Wales, Pokolbin, Australia, 2320

City landmarks

Garden

Hunter Valley Gardens

1.7 mi

Landmark

Constable Estate Vineyards

1.6 mi

Winery

Polkolbin Village

1.3 mi

Winery

First Creek Wines

1.4 mi

Landmark

First Creek

1.4 mi

Landmark

Wirraway Aviation Museum

1.4 mi

Landmark

Balloon Aloft

1.4 mi

Winery

De Bortoli Wines

1.7 mi

Landmark

Harrigan's

1.5 mi

Landmark

Cockfighter's Ghost

1.5 mi

Landmark

Helicopter rides

1.7 mi

Winery

Tulloch Wines

1.9 mi

Golf Course

Hunter Valley Golf & Country Club

2.0 mi

Landmark

Moorebank Vineyard

2.0 mi

Landmark

Tamburlaine Organic Wines

2.1 mi

Landmark

Tamburlaine

2.1 mi

Event hall

Roche Estate

2.1 mi

Winery

Lindeman's Wine Estate

2.2 mi

Landmark

Bimbadgen Estate

2.2 mi

Winery

Audrey Wilkinson Winery

2.4 mi

Winery

Tyrrell's Wines

2.5 mi

Zoo

Hunter Valley Zoo

3.0 mi

Landmark

Monarchs in the Hunter

2.7 mi

Landmark

Cypress Lakes Golf and Country Club

2.6 mi

Landmark

Audrey Wilkinson Vineyard

2.7 mi

Landmark

A Day on the Green

2.7 mi

Landmark

Potters Brewery

2.7 mi

Landmark

Cheetah

2.9 mi

Winery

Pepper Tree Wines

3.2 mi

Landmark

Hunter Olive Centre

4.7 mi

Nearby

Winery

Pepper Tree Wines

900 ft

Restaurants

Two Fat Blokes Gourmet Kitchen

3.4 mi

691 Hermitage Road

Getting around

City Centre

Pokolbin18 min · 5000 ft

Airports

Williamtown Airport (NTL)106 min · 43.8 mi

Train

Lochinvar22 min · 8.9 mi

Telarah34 min · 13.7 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-20:00

Check-out

from 07:00-11:00

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site for free.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Breakfast

The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of AUD 30 per person per day.

Children & extra beds

Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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Former name

Peppers Convent

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Convent Hunter Valley Hotel from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 259 verified reviews

8.6/10

Great

90%

Recommend

Breakfast

6.9/10

Cleanliness

8.9/10

Comfort

9.1/10

Facilities

8.6/10

Free Wi-Fi

7.8/10

Location

9.5/10

Paid Wi-Fi

7.0/10

Staff

9.3/10

Value for money

8.3/10

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