𝗧𝗢𝗣 𝗛𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝗶𝗻 Shoal Bay from RM292 (2026) - Fully Refundable Options

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A swimming pool with a water fountain, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, a sandy beach, and a clear blue sky.

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a small round table, a TV, and a view of the ocean through large windows.

A dining area with a long table set for a meal, wooden chairs, and a hanging light fixture.

1. Ramada Resort by Wyndham Shoal Bay

Shoal Bay

andrea czarina

RM523

RM575 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

An aerial view of a coastal area with numerous mobile homes, a beach, and several boats in the water.

A small, single-story building with a covered porch and a wooden deck.

A coastal landscape with a beach, a forested hill, and a clear view of the ocean.

A spacious living area with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a ceiling fan, and a television.

2. Shoal Bay Holiday Park

Shoal Bay

Marcia

RM549

RM604 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a painting of a beach scene, and a wooden headboard.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a white coffee table, and a TV on a wooden stand. A staircase leads to an upper floor.

A swimming pool with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

A modern dining area with a white table, brown chairs, and a wooden bench. A large mirror is on the wall, and a staircase with carpeted steps is visible.

3. Peninsula Nelson Bay Motel and Serviced Apartments

Nelson Bay

Debra

RM295

RM325 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A hotel with a covered outdoor area, a swimming pool, and potted plants.

A reception area with a glass door, potted plants, a sculpture, and a sign indicating a quiet zone.

A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a nightstand, a table with a bottle of champagne and a glass, and two wall-mounted light fixtures.

A two-story building with a covered front porch, a dining area visible through the open door, and a well-lit entrance.

4. Admiral Nelson Motor Inn

Nelson Bay

Christine

RM366

RM403 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A coastal landscape with a beach, clear blue waters, and a hilly terrain.

A dining area with a stone wall, a small garden view, and a table with chairs.

A hotel room with a brick wall, a bed with white linens and red pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a table, and a painting on the wall.

5. Port Stephens Motel

Nelson Bay

daniel

RM341

RM375 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a swimming pool, and a multi-story building with balconies.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a parking area, and a view of a forested hill.

A modern living room with a sofa, ottoman, and coffee table, a dining area with chairs, a kitchen with appliances, and a balcony with a view of trees.

6. The Landmark Resort Nelson Bay

Nelson Bay

Steven

RM562

RM618 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with balconies and palm trees.

A modern apartment building with multiple balconies and a view of a pool area.

A modern kitchen with a large island, dining area with chairs, and a sofa.

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a ceiling fan, a bedside table with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

7. Mantra Nelson Bay

Nelson Bay

Warren

RM918

RM1,010 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A hotel with a sign indicating no vacancy, 24-hour check-in, heated pool, and internet kiosk.

A sauna area with wooden benches and large copper barrels, white brick walls, and a straw ceiling.

A person standing on a bridge overlooking a beach and ocean.

A reception desk with a laptop, wooden paneling, and a glass display case with items.

8. Hotel Nelson

Nelson Bay

Kevin

RM484

RM484 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large balcony, a bed, a seating area, and a small table.

A poolside area with a lounge chair and a towel.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a sofa and a coffee table, a kitchen area with a countertop and a sink, and a view of the outside through large windows.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a wooden dresser, and two white bathrobes hanging on a rack.

9. Marina Resort - Adults Only

Nelson Bay

Melissa

RM601

RM661 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a coastal cityscape with buildings and a body of water.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a white coffee table, and a grey sofa.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a view of the city and sea.

A residential area with a swimming pool, greenery, and buildings in the background.

10. Oaks Nelson Bay Lure Suites

Nelson Bay

sashi

RM523

RM575 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Aug - 29 Aug

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a white coffee table, and a painting of a beach scene.

A swimming pool area with lounge chairs and a shaded canopy.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a glass coffee table, a flat-screen TV on a white stand, and a large window with curtains.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, wooden chairs, a white coffee table, and a painting on the wall.

11. Seaside Holiday Resort Fingal Bay

Fingal Bay

wan farah

RM624

RM686 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

An aerial view of a coastal area with a sandy beach, a cluster of buildings, and two prominent islands in the background.

A coastal property with two detached houses, a sandy beach, and a clear view of the sea.

A neatly made bed with white bedding and striped pillows, a small bedside table, and a door leading to an outdoor balcony.

A modern living room with a TV, a sofa, and a glass door leading to a balcony.

12. Halifax Holiday Park

Nelson Bay

Anthony

RM673

RM740 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a covered seating area, and a building labeled "Bay Breeze Loft Apartments".

A room with wicker furniture, a small white table with a plant, and a bed with a blue blanket.

A coastal viewpoint with a paved walkway and metal railing overlooking the sea and green hills.

A coastal landscape with a beach, ocean, and a staircase leading down to the shore.

13. Nelson Bay Breeze Holiday Apartments

Nelson Bay

Sean

RM977

RM1,075 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A long dining area with wooden tables and chairs, arched windows, and hanging plants.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a dining table, and a TV.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a large window.

A staircase with a geometric pattern, a beige sofa, a wooden coffee table, and two potted plants.

14. Seabreeze Hotel

Nelson Bay

daniel

RM377

RM415 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

A balcony with a table, chairs, and a bed.

A modern hotel room with a bed, sofa, and armchair, a ceiling fan, and a large window with curtains.

An aerial view of a coastal marina with boats docked, surrounded by residential buildings and natural landscapes.

A modern living room with a sofa, a small table, a ceiling fan, and a TV on the wall.

15. Nelson Towers Motel & Apartments

Nelson Bay

Marilyn

RM439

RM483 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by boats and a scenic view.

A bedroom with a large window overlooking a marina with boats and a rocky breakwater.

A person sitting on a wooden deck with a table, holding a drink and a fruit, with boats in the background.

A marina with multiple boats docked, a large house with a swimming pool, and a rocky coastline.

16. Anchorage Port Stephens

Corlette

Brian

RM891

RM980 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A modern kitchen with a grey sofa and a small round table, large windows with a view of trees, and a wooden deck outside.

A modern building with a covered outdoor area, steps leading to a door, and a garden with plants.

A modern living room with a dining area, large windows, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern interior with a grey sofa, a small round table, and a view of an outdoor deck with chairs.

17. Reflections Jimmys Beach - Holiday Park

Hawks Nest

Carlos

RM382

RM382 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

An aerial view of a coastal area with a beach, clear waters, and a small island.

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a menu stand, and a television screen on the wall.

A swimming pool surrounded by a brick patio, with mulch and plants.

An outdoor patio area with brick flooring, metal chairs, and tables.

18. Tea Gardens Motel

Tea Gardens

David

RM382

RM420 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

A beach with clear water, a sandy shore, and some rocks.

A balcony with a table and chairs, a sofa, and a view of a beach and water.

A pathway leading through a lush garden with a variety of trees and plants, a metal fence, and a bird on the path.

A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a TV, and a dining table.

19. Amore At The Beach

Nelson Bay

Lena

RM1,086

RM1,194 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.

A balcony with a pool view, a table, and chairs.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in microwave, and a dining area with a white table and wicker chairs.

A resort with multiple buildings, a central swimming pool, and surrounding greenery.

20. Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort

Salamander Bay

Jack

RM490

RM490 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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Stay near popular Shoal Bay attractions

Mount Tomaree

9.2/10 (138 reviews)

Ascend the Tomaree Head Summit Walk for sweeping views of Port Stephens coastline and historic WWII gun emplacements. The 2-hour trek rewards with whale sightings during migration season (May-November).

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Zenith Beach

8.8/10 (81 reviews)

Nestled between Tomaree Head and Stephens Peak, Zenith Beach captivates with pristine white sands and turquoise waters. Experience tranquil solitude on this unspoiled stretch within Tomaree National Park.

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Box Beach

9.0/10 (38 reviews)

Box Beach captivates with pristine white sands framed by dramatic rocky headlands in Tomaree National Park. Experienced surfers flock to its uncrowded breaks while nature lovers appreciate the untouched coastal beauty.

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Wreck Beach

8.6/10 (40 reviews)

This secluded cove offers pristine sands and ocean views, framed by coastal angophora forests. Take a barefoot stroll along the shoreline or watch for migrating whales from May to November.

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Pristine white sand meets turquoise waters at Shoal Bay Beach, where snorkelling reveals colourful fish around the rocky headlands. Rent kayaks to explore the bay's hidden coves or hike nearby Tomaree Head Summit for panoramic views of Port Stephens.

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Top Shoal Bay Hotel Reviews

Ingenia Holidays Middle Rock

10/10 Excellent

"Loved my stay here! I stayed in the glamping tents and I couldn't fault my experience. Super cosy and had everything I needed. A lot more spacious than I was anticipating also. It was good to have my own private bathroom and designated parking space as well."

The Landmark Resort Nelson Bay

10/10 Excellent

"Large comfortable room with full kitchen and separate bedroom in a quiet location. Only a few minutes walk to the heart of Nelson Bay, shops, restaurants and the marina area."

Peninsula Nelson Bay Motel and Serviced Apartments

8/10 Good

"The hotel was clean and the room was a good size. Only small complaint is not having a side table on both sides of the bed."

Oaks Nelson Bay Lure Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff"

Karuah Motor Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Every thing was clean and tidy and well maintained"

Tea Gardens Motel

10/10 Excellent

"This motel is a great stay when in tea gardens very clean well looked after right next door to club of you are wanting a meal or drink after traveling all day. Staff are great makes you feel welcome, would recommend this motel for your stay."

Port Stephens Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room. with shops nearby"

Anchorage Port Stephens

10/10 Excellent

"We booked the two bedroom loft room. Such bliss. It had everything you needed in the room. The views were breathtaking. Breakfast was above our expectations. Walking around the property was such a pleasure."

Reflections Jimmys Beach - Holiday Park

10/10 Excellent

"I know it's winter, but it was very peaceful; the Tiny House was beautifully clean and smelled lovely and had everything needed for a comfortable stay; the surrounds were lovely, with lots of trees and wildlife (great that it's not permitted to feed them !) This was the loveliest and cleanest Holiday park I have stayed in, in 40-50 years ! Thank you, i'll be back !!! Kind regards, Maggie"

More cheap stays in Shoal Bay

Ingenia Holidays One Mile Beach

426 Gan Gan Road One Mile NSW

RM292

RM292 total

24 Sept - 25 Sept

includes taxes & fees

Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary

562 Gan Gan Road One Mile NSW

RM625

RM688 total

31 Aug - 1 Sept

includes taxes & fees

Nelson Palms Motel

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10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)

Samurai Beach Bungalows

2 Robert Connell Cl Anna Bay NSW

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8.6/10 Excellent! (36 reviews)

Club Wyndham Port Stephens

5 Horizons Drive Salamander Bay NSW

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9.2/10 Wonderful! (15 reviews)

Bull 'n' Bush Hotel Motel

37 Ferodale Road Medowie NSW

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8.6/10 Excellent! (23 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place for a stay in Shoal Bay?

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Shoal Bay is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. This aparthotel offers 2 restaurants and an outdoor pool. Shoal Bay Holiday Park is another good choice for your trip. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Shoal Bay.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Shoal Bay, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Shoal Bay.

What are some accommodation options with pools in Shoal Bay?

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Shoal Bay: Features a children's pool, an indoor pool and 2 restaurants. Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort and Anchorage Port Stephens are two additional hotels that feature an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in Shoal Bay.

What's it like staying in Shoal Bay?

Families will find child-friendly activities in Shoal Bay, and visitors give high marks for the beaches. This relaxing city also attracts tourists with its spas and bars. In Shoal Bay, there are 245 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Shoal Bay.

What should I see while I'm in Shoal Bay?

The natural setting is picturesque, namely the beaches, and places to see include: Shoal Bay Beach, Zenith Beach and Mount Tomaree. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Tomaree National Park and Wreck Beach. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Shoal Bay guide.

What's the weather like in Shoal Bay?

The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 14°C. Average annual precipitation for Shoal Bay is 944 mm.

Shoal Bay hotels from RM292

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Our top choices for Shoal Bay hotels

1. Ramada Resort by Wyndham Shoal Bay

2. Shoal Bay Holiday Park

3. Peninsula Nelson Bay Motel and Serviced Apartments

4. Admiral Nelson Motor Inn

5. Port Stephens Motel

6. The Landmark Resort Nelson Bay

7. Mantra Nelson Bay

8. Hotel Nelson

9. Marina Resort - Adults Only

10. Oaks Nelson Bay Lure Suites

11. Seaside Holiday Resort Fingal Bay

12. Halifax Holiday Park

13. Nelson Bay Breeze Holiday Apartments

14. Seabreeze Hotel

15. Nelson Towers Motel & Apartments

16. Anchorage Port Stephens

17. Reflections Jimmys Beach - Holiday Park

18. Tea Gardens Motel

19. Amore At The Beach

20. Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort

Stay near popular Shoal Bay attractions

Mount Tomaree

Zenith Beach

Box Beach

Wreck Beach

Learn more about Shoal Bay

Top Shoal Bay Hotel Reviews

Ingenia Holidays Middle Rock

The Landmark Resort Nelson Bay

Peninsula Nelson Bay Motel and Serviced Apartments

Oaks Nelson Bay Lure Suites

Karuah Motor Inn

Tea Gardens Motel

Port Stephens Motel

Anchorage Port Stephens

Reflections Jimmys Beach - Holiday Park

More cheap stays in Shoal Bay

Ingenia Holidays One Mile Beach

Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary

Nelson Palms Motel

Samurai Beach Bungalows

Club Wyndham Port Stephens

Bull 'n' Bush Hotel Motel

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