Skip to main content

Filter by:


Star rating

Review score

Shoal Bay – 3 hotels and places to stay
See the latest prices and deals by choosing your dates.
Shoal Bay Holiday Park, hotel in Shoal Bay

Directly opposite Shoal Bay Beach in Port Stephens, Holiday Park offers self-contained accommodation with private patios.

8.8
Scored 8.8
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
172 reviews
Price from£104.35per night
Sparkling water views over Shoal Bay beach, hotel in Shoal Bay

Situated 700 metres from Zenith Beach, less than 1 km from Wreck Beach and 3.5 km from D'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay, Sparkling water views over Shoal Bay beach provides accommodation set in Shoal Bay.

8.8
Scored 8.8
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
22 reviews
Price from£201.46per night
Hotel Nelson, hotel in Shoal Bay

Just a 5-minute walk from the beach and 2 minutes' walk from the town centre, Hotel Nelson (formerly The Nelson Resort) has a heated swimming pool, fitness centre and a steam room.

8.8
Scored 8.8
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
1,579 reviews
Price from£95.18per night
Anchorage Port Stephens, hotel in Shoal Bay

Anchorage Port Stephens offers a luxury accommodation experience, nestled by the white sands of the beautiful port.

9.0
Scored 9.0
Superb
Rated superb
963 reviews
Price from£190.61per night
Bannisters Port Stephens, hotel in Shoal Bay

Located in Soldiers Point, Bannisters Port Stephens offers beachfront accommodation 300 metres from Kangaroo Point Reserve Beach and provides various facilities, such as an outdoor swimming pool, a...

8.6
Scored 8.6
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
647 reviews
Price from£125.01per night
Tea Gardens Hotel, hotel in Shoal Bay

Tea Gardens Hotel is tucked away behind a beer garden and attached to a pub. Located next to Myall River, the property is spacious and quaint.

8.1
Scored 8.1
Very good
Rated very good
681 reviews
Price from£83.17per night
Oceanside Hawks Nest, hotel in Shoal Bay

Oceanside Hawks Nest offers accommodation in Hawks Nest. The hotel has a year-round outdoor pool and hot tub, and guests can enjoy a drink at the bar. Free private parking is available on site.

7.2
Scored 7.2
Good
Rated good
791 reviews
Price from£92.47per night
Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort, hotel in Shoal Bay

Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort provides relaxing resort accommodation in Salamander Bay.

8.0
Scored 8.0
Very good
Rated very good
4,529 reviews
Price from£97.63per night
Landmark Resort, hotel in Shoal Bay

Landmark Resort features modern, self-contained apartments with spectacular views of Port Stephens.

8.2
Scored 8.2
Very good
Rated very good
1,996 reviews
Price from£103.06per night
Oaks Nelson Bay Lure Suites, hotel in Shoal Bay

Oaks Nelson Bay Lure Suites is located in the centre of Nelson Bay and offers self-contained apartments within walking distance of the unspoiled waters of Port Stephens, the marina, restaurants and...

8.2
Scored 8.2
Very good
Rated very good
2,517 reviews
Price from£102.80per night
See all 125 hotels in Shoal Bay
Subscribe to receive premium deals

Prices drop the moment you sign up!

What guests said about Shoal Bay:

  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    lovely part of NSW coast, short drive to nelsons bay for...

    lovely part of NSW coast, short drive to nelsons bay for shopping. clean well kept beaches and reserves. plenty of places to eat and drink, the country club and fishing club offer great food at reasonable prices. very busy along waterfront especially weekends and parking is $7 an hour.
    Stephen
    Australia
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Shoal bay has always been a holiday destination for us.

    Shoal bay has always been a holiday destination for us. Been many times over the years and it never disappoints. My kids loved it and now the grandkids love the ease of getting to all amenities. The beach is just across the road. Shops within walking distance. Fresh air and wonderful selection is cafes and ice cream shops. The country club is our favourite place to get a great meal. We hired a canoe and paddled out to the beautiful turquoise waters. Can't explain it you have to experience it yourself.
    A
    Anonymous
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Love the coastal area.

    Love the coastal area. Minimal traffic, high rise and not over developed. Beautiful beaches with blue tranquil water. Definitely Not a surfing beach. White sand . Seems like a very safe area. Good places to eat. Try the Country Club for a great meal or afternoon cocktails . Also the Atmos Greek Restaurant was very nice. 5 mins drive to Little Bay Boathouse a great restaurant we lived. 10 minutes to the larger town of Nelson Bay if you want to shop, dine, or need anything. Also a wharf there with fresh seafood available.
    Maria
    Australia
  • 10
    Scored 10

    It was a beautiful place, what would be good is a place to...

    It was a beautiful place, what would be good is a place to hire beach chairs. I didn't go to beach cause I can't sit without chair.Transport to airport was great right out side door nearly and cheap, bus driver helped put cases on and off.
    Kelly
  • 10
    Scored 10

    The shower head in the ensuite need improved.

    The shower head in the ensuite need improved. Would be nice if proper bedside tables in the ensuite. Need some cereal bowls in the kitchen. The whole apartment is well equipped and well maintained. Nearby we visited Koala Santuary, Shark & Ray Encounters , Gan Gan lookout, Bob's farm Murray and nearby bay and beaches. Very nice scenery. I'm very pleased of the stay. Will book again.
    Jini
    Australia
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Excellent restaurants!

    Excellent restaurants! The most memorable part was the balance of incredible food and physical activities that left you just tired enough to relax afterward. Mt Tomaree was a pleasure and offered beautiful views - everyone we crossed on the path was very friendly and courteous - everyone was happy to be there. Great hotel facilities in the main Ramada resort area. Lots of people had dogs walking by the beach which was so joyous - we will look into the accommodation which is pet-friendly next time so that we can bring our dog too.
    Georgia

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Shoal Bay

  • 7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 6 reviews
    The location was central to many beaches (Box Beach, Fingal Bay, Shoal Bay) and the garden was lovely and well maintained. The air conditioning worked well and the bathrooms were clean and spacious. The bedrooms were also a good size. The property managers responded quickly when the hot water stopped working and rectified the problem within a few hours. The washing machine works well.
    Janelle
    Australia
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,816 reviews
    Location was excellent near shops, beach, and Tomaree National Park. We had an apartment with a sweeping view of Shoal Bay. There was a fridge, stove, coffee machine and kettle. It was handy having a washing machine and dryer in the apartment. Despite the crowd, we were occasionally able to enjoy the spa. The beach was just a few minutes walk away
    Thuy
    Australia
  • 4.4
    Scored 4.4
    Disappointing
    Rated disappointing
     · 9 reviews
    The location is nice and quiet, right across from Shoal Bay beach. The shops and restaurants are so close and its a nice stroll to the headland and lookout. We had a problem with the internet and the host contacted us personally and resolved the issue. We would certainly stay here again 👍
    Mellywij
    Malaysia
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 23 reviews
    The apartment was gorgeous, comfortable and well equipped. The view was spectacular and wonderful to wake up to. Location was also very convenient, plenty of restaurants in the area and few steps away from the beach. Mount Tomaree is also just a walking distance away.
    Shahnaz
    Singapore
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 53 reviews
    Bay Village, located at Shoal Bay are individual apartment units which we thoroughly enjoyed staying at. The unit we stayed at was clean and offered a swell view of the bay. We definitely recommend Bay Village.
    Xiaojing
    Australia
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 7 reviews
    It was an easy walk to little beach and shoal bay. The yard was nice and secure for my Jack Russell, but the step in and out of the house was a little high. The kitchen and lounge room were a reasonable size.
    Lauren
    Australia
  • 7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 10 reviews
    Comfortable apartment with excellent modern bathrooms and kitchen. Close to beach, shops and playground. Convenient parking and easy access via lift Great views and overall great value
    Alison
    Australia
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,816 reviews
    Beautiful view! Peaceful! Lovely Heritage King room. Shoal Bay is a beautiful area with lots of eateries to choose and a walk up to the lookout a must!
    Peter
    Australia
  • 6.6
    Scored 6.6
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 18 reviews
    Location was excellent, view was incredible. Centrally located, could walk to many shops, restaurants and the beach.
    Merran
    Australia
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 4 reviews
    Perfect for swimming at the beach and in a heated pool. Great view of the water. Beautiful kitchen and bathrooms.
    paola
    Australia
  • 7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 14 reviews
    Very well equipped, pleasantly decorated, quiet indoors, lift, car space, location to beach and restaurants.
    Lee
    Australia
  • 7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 28 reviews
    Very comfortable beds and all the facilities you need. super close to shops, activities and shoal bay.
    Dean
    Australia
  • 6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 16 reviews
    Great location, quiet part of Shoal Bay but so close to the beach and a very short walk to the shops.
    Amanda
    Australia
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 23 reviews
    Easy walk in to Shoal Bay. Lots of room for a large group with good in and out door areas to hang out
    A
    Alexandra
    Australia
  • 6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 19 reviews
    Location was excellent to where the wedding reception was held and close to everything in Shoal Bay
    Kenneth
    Australia
  • 7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 29 reviews
    Beautiful Apartment,Amazing View of Shoal Bay. Would recommend this to anyone, comfortable beds.
    Joanne
    Australia
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 172 reviews
    Shoal Bay is a lovely place to visit. The balcony for the tent was great.
    HaleyS27
    Australia
  • 3.9
    Scored 3.9
    Poor
    Rated poor
     · 9 reviews
    location was close to Shoal Bay and main shops
    A
    Anonymous
    Australia
  • 7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 28 reviews
    Very close to the beach & restaurants/cafes.
    Alexandra
    Australia
  • 6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 11 reviews
    Best location. For restaurants, bar, beach.
    anastasios
    New Zealand