Karuah

Travel Guide

#TroverDetour Camping trip 2012 - we were heading north and were in need of a break. Decided to take the next rest sign exit. Never had heard of Karuah before. The road deserted with only farmland on either side and a scattering of houses. Seemed like forever off the motorway. All of a sudden, we see the township. What a find! Situated on the Karuah river - this little township is famous for its oysters and its timber, celebrating it with a festival each October. There is an info centre and attached to it is a recycled shop called 'The Boat Shed' filled with many treasures which my hubby and I remember from our childhood. There is also the best fish and chip shop we have been to in NSW. Fresh fish off the trawlers from the mornings fishing trip. The owners are not the happiest people but that what makes this even more special as the food is unbelievable. There is a scattering of other town shops with a church who opens its op shop doors on Fridays and Saturdays and is run by the volunteers. Down by the river is a playground for the kids to have a run about. Its quiet. Its not caught up in the tourist trade. A small town with its own identity. We make this detour every year now. I recommend anyone to check out this quaint little town.
#TroverDetour Camping trip 2012 - we were heading north and were in need of a break. Decided to take the next rest sign exit. Never had heard of Karuah before. The road deserted with only farmland on either side and a scattering of houses. Seemed like forever off the motorway. All of a sudden, we see the township. What a find! Situated on the Karuah river - this little township is famous for its oysters and its timber, celebrating it with a festival each October. There is an info centre and attached to it is a recycled shop called 'The Boat Shed' filled with many treasures which my hubby and I remember from our childhood. There is also the best fish and chip shop we have been to in NSW. Fresh fish off the trawlers from the mornings fishing trip. The owners are not the happiest people but that what makes this even more special as the food is unbelievable. There is a scattering of other town shops with a church who opens its op shop doors on Fridays and Saturdays and is run by the volunteers. Down by the river is a playground for the kids to have a run about. Its quiet. Its not caught up in the tourist trade. A small town with its own identity. We make this detour every year now. I recommend anyone to check out this quaint little town.
Sunset Beach on the shores of the peaceful Karuah River - Soldiers Point, NSW, Australia
Sun rising against cloudy sky with reflection in river
View of Karuah River at its mouth from Mount Tomaree on sunny day.
Karuah Motor Inn

Karuah Motor Inn

3 out of 5
422 Tarean Road Karuah NSW
The price is RM416 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
RM416
RM458 total
22 Jan - 23 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Karuah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (462 reviews)
Very cute little motel in a gorgeous little village, the RSL does fantastic food, easy breakfast at the pizza shop which also does ordinary breakfast? You don’t have to have a pizza.

Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

Karuah Motor Inn
BIG4 Karuah Jetty Holiday Park

BIG4 Karuah Jetty Holiday Park

3.5 out of 5
88 Holdom Road Karuah NSW
The price is RM466 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
RM466
RM466 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly holiday park in Karuah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Longworth Park and Karuah and District ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (158 reviews)
Always a pleasure to return to Karuha Big 4.

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025

BIG4 Karuah Jetty Holiday Park
Karuah Gardens Motel

Karuah Gardens Motel

3 out of 5
353 Tarean Road Karuah NSW
The price is RM416 per night from 14 Jan to 15 Jan
RM416
RM458 total
14 Jan - 15 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Karuah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Longworth Park and Karuah ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (111 reviews)
Always the best place to stay on our trips through from Sydney to qld. We have a large vehicle, plenty of room for trucks and trailers out front!

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Karuah Gardens Motel
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Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort

Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort

4.5 out of 5
265 Sandy Point Road Salamander Bay NSW
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Salamander Bay. Enjoy free parking, a health club and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,531 reviews)
The pool and facilities were good, the rooms could do with a refresher.

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort
Ramada Resort by Wyndham Shoal Bay

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Shoal Bay

4 out of 5
35-45 Shoal Bay Rd Shoal Bay NSW
Stay at this aparthotel in Shoal Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,104 reviews)
Was a really lovely stay happy with everything.

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Shoal Bay
Mantra Nelson Bay

Mantra Nelson Bay

4 out of 5
1A Tomaree Street Nelson Bay NSW
Stay at this apartment in Nelson Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,567 reviews)
Good sized rooms and amenities in an accessible location of Nelson bay.

Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

Mantra Nelson Bay
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Popular places to visit

Longworth Park

Explore the great outdoors at Longworth Park, a lovely green space in Karuah. Amble around this relaxing area's marina and enjoy its charming cafes.

Longworth Park

Karuah and District Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Karuah at Karuah and District Golf Club. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Karuah and District Golf Club

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