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Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool loungers
Ramada Resort by Wyndham Shoal Bay

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Shoal Bay

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Shoal Bay
4.0 star property
Shoal Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (2102)
"Great area"
Australia
Steve J
The price is ฿5,288
฿5,817 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Ramada Resort by Wyndham Shoal Bay
Classic Double Room, Ocean View | Balcony
Bannisters Port Stephens

Bannisters Port Stephens

Bannisters Port Stephens
4.0 star property
Soldiers Point
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (322)
"A beautiful hotel, lovely staff and the food options were super too."
United Kingdom
Helen
The price is ฿6,445
฿7,089 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Bannisters Port Stephens
2 outdoor pools, open 8 AM to 8 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Anchorage Port Stephens

Anchorage Port Stephens

Anchorage Port Stephens
4.0 star property
Corlette
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Wonderful trip to The Anchorage. Room, facilities, dinner, breakfast. Everything was amazing!! "
Australia
Simone
The price is ฿9,365
฿10,302 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Anchorage Port Stephens
Exterior
Karuah Motor Inn

Karuah Motor Inn

Karuah Motor Inn
3.0 star property
Karuah
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (456)
"Comfortable, clean room and reasonably priced. "
Australia
Steve
The price is ฿3,184
฿3,503 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Karuah Motor Inn
Pool
Tea Gardens Hotel

Tea Gardens Hotel

Tea Gardens Hotel
3.0 star property
Tea Gardens
7.8 out of 10, Good, (209)
"Such a great stay - stunning location, comfortable, clean, stylish and friendly. Would highly recommend!"
Australia
Samantha
The price is ฿3,654
฿4,019 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Tea Gardens Hotel
Lake
Lemon Tree Passage Motel

Lemon Tree Passage Motel

Lemon Tree Passage Motel
3.0 star property
Lemon Tree Passage
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (232)
"Communication with Jason was excellent. Easiest check in and out. 2 min walk from our room to the bowling club. Comfortable bed and pillows. Great place to stay"
Australia
Atalee
The price is ฿6,568
฿6,568 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Lemon Tree Passage Motel
Front of property – evening/night
Hotel Nelson

Hotel Nelson

Hotel Nelson
4.0 star property
Nelson Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"The room was clean and spacious and the location is great, very close to the harbor."
United States
Alexander
The price is ฿6,672
฿6,672 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Hotel Nelson
Beach nearby
Port Stephens Motel

Port Stephens Motel

Port Stephens Motel
3.0 star property
Nelson Bay
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (486)
"Very happy with the room for an overnight stay . Great location "
Australia
Diana
Port Stephens Motel
Outdoor pool
Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort

Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort

Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort
4.5 star property
Salamander Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2531)
"Clean room, friendly staff, the pool was great and the resort had good amenities."
Australia
Elizabeth
The price is ฿11,376
฿11,376 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort
Aerial view
Tea Gardens Motel

Tea Gardens Motel

Tea Gardens Motel
3.5 star property
Tea Gardens
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (405)
"We found the motel clean and the staff very friendly."
Australia
Geoffrey
The price is ฿3,510
฿3,860 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Tea Gardens Motel
Exterior
Club Wyndham Port Stephens

Club Wyndham Port Stephens

Club Wyndham Port Stephens
2.0 star property
Salamander Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (15)
"Great size of property, good for family trip. "
Australia
J
The price is ฿8,700
฿9,570 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Club Wyndham Port Stephens
3 Bedroom Apartment | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains
Peninsula Nelson Bay Motel and Serviced Apartments

Peninsula Nelson Bay Motel and Serviced Apartments

Peninsula Nelson Bay Motel and Serviced Apartments
4.0 star property
Nelson Bay
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Lovely place every thing was fine I would stay there again "
Australia
Carmen
The price is ฿3,378
฿3,715 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Peninsula Nelson Bay Motel and Serviced Apartments
Property grounds
Karuah Riverside Motel

Karuah Riverside Motel

Karuah Riverside Motel
3.5 star property
Karuah
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (329)
"We stay there every year and have always been satified"
Australia
Maureen
The price is ฿3,165
฿3,481 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026
Karuah Riverside Motel
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Ingenia Holidays Soldiers Point

Ingenia Holidays Soldiers Point

Ingenia Holidays Soldiers Point
3.5 star property
Soldiers Point
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (166)
"Park was well kept, facilities were great, staff were all helpful and kind"
Australia
Clinton
The price is ฿5,567
฿5,567 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan 2026
Ingenia Holidays Soldiers Point
Lunch and dinner served, Modern European cuisine
Seabreeze Hotel

Seabreeze Hotel

Seabreeze Hotel
3.0 star property
Nelson Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (408)
"Stopped in at the Seabreeze Nelson Bay for a night - great pub dinner, watched the footy on the screen, and had a great sleep in the spacious rooms upstairs… Staff are super nice and friendly.. Would book again for sure…!"
Australia
Libby
The price is ฿5,334
฿5,867 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Seabreeze Hotel
Deluxe Family Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, iron/ironing board
Karuah Gardens Motel

Karuah Gardens Motel

Karuah Gardens Motel
3.0 star property
Karuah
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (107)
"Very quiet spacious room comfortable bed and lovely hot shower. Well placed off the road for a good stopover travelling north or south on the Pacific highway "
Australia
Anne
The price is ฿3,165
฿3,481 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Karuah Gardens Motel
Superior Villa - Sleeps 6 | Terrace/patio
Reflections Hawks Nest - Holiday Park

Reflections Hawks Nest - Holiday Park

Reflections Hawks Nest - Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Hawks Nest
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (45)
"Very friendly staff"
Australia
james
The price is ฿9,014
฿9,014 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Reflections Hawks Nest - Holiday Park
Property grounds
Corlette Palms Motor Inn

Corlette Palms Motor Inn

Corlette Palms Motor Inn
3.0 star property
Corlette
7.2 out of 10, Good, (393)
"Nice headland and park walk nearby"
Australia
Tim
The price is ฿3,037
฿3,340 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Corlette Palms Motor Inn
2 Bedroom Bay View | Balcony
Oaks Nelson Bay Lure Suites

Oaks Nelson Bay Lure Suites

Oaks Nelson Bay Lure Suites
4.0 star property
Nelson Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Excellent stay very clean and great location "
Australia
Marie
The price is ฿6,994
฿7,694 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Oaks Nelson Bay Lure Suites
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Mantra Nelson Bay

Mantra Nelson Bay

Mantra Nelson Bay
4.0 star property
Nelson Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1558)
"Stay was very pleasant. "
Australia
Abhishek
The price is ฿11,354
฿12,489 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Mantra Nelson Bay
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Stay near popular Shoal Bay attractions

Mount Tomaree

4.6/5 (53 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

4.4/5 (21 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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Learn more about Shoal Bay

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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Mantra Nelson Bay

Mantra Nelson Bay

10/10 Excellent
"Staff were incredibly accommodating when I stuffed up the booking. "
steve 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Mantra Nelson Bay

More cheap stays in Shoal Bay

Ingenia Holidays One Mile Beach

Ingenia Holidays One Mile Beach

426 Gan Gan Road One Mile NSW
The price is ฿6,547 per night from 20 Jan to 21 Jan
฿6,547
฿6,547 total
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (471 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 251 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, Tomaree National Park and Wreck Beach. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Zenith Beach and Box 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.