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Ramada Resort by Wyndham Shoal Bay, hotel in Shoal Bay

Steps from the white sand and sparkling water of the beach, Ramada Resort by Wyndham Shoal Bay features well-furnished apartments.

The room was spacious and the staff were lovely. The location was great.
8.0
Scored 8.0
Very good
Rated very good
2,833 reviews
Price from€ 128.53per night
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.

Location and cabin are great for a small family.
8.8
Scored 8.8
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
161 reviews
Price from€ 124.23per night
Calm at Shoal Bay, hotel in Shoal Bay

Situated in Shoal Bay and only 1.2 km from Box Beach, Calm at Shoal Bay features accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

Location was wonderful. Nice and clean.
9.2
Scored 9.2
Superb
Rated superb
5 reviews
Price from€ 612.52per 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.

Overall unit, comfortable and well catered for & water views. Walking distance to everything.
8.8
Scored 8.8
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
23 reviews
Price from€ 252.14per night
Shoal Bay Oasis, hotel in Shoal Bay

Set in Shoal Bay, 800 metres from Shoal Bay Beach and less than 1 km from Zenith Beach, Shoal Bay Oasis offers air conditioning.

The location was beautiful, great views and close to the venue we were at
7.0
Scored 7.0
Good
Rated good
5 reviews
Price from€ 1,024.55per 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.

from Arrival till departure everything was smooth, nothing to complain about
7.3
Scored 7.3
Good
Rated good
735 reviews
Price from€ 110.08per 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.

The breakfast is on the best buffets we have seen. Dinner quite expensive. The could have some more reasonable meals on the menu.
9.0
Scored 9.0
Superb
Rated superb
947 reviews
Price from€ 226.93per 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.

Everything
8.8
Scored 8.8
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
1,570 reviews
Price from€ 113.32per 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...

The room was quiet, clean and well laid out with an excellent view of the water through the trees
8.6
Scored 8.6
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
687 reviews
Price from€ 156.20per 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.

Convenience
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very good
Rated very good
653 reviews
Price from€ 99.01per night
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What guests said about Shoal Bay:

  • 10
    Scored 10

    The weather was uncertain but there were opportunities to...

    The weather was uncertain but there were opportunities to appreciate the beauty of the bay and the views over Port Stephens. We took advantage of excellent take away from Giannis and mod Thai. The IGA was small but very useful. It was a good location for exploring Nelson Bay, Fingal Bay and Salamander, all worth a visit
    Lesley
    Australia
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Great location across the road from the beach, off street...

    Great location across the road from the beach, off street parking and restaurant nearby. Staff were very attentive and friendly and our room had a beach view with lots of dolphins sited from our balcony
    Sue
    Australia
  • 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

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Shoal Bay

  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3 reviews
    The Living Area was large and having an outdoor grass area for the kids to run around was great. The location of the house was good, walking distance to Shoal Bay beach and shops, plus an easy walk over to Box & Wreck Beach (a bit more adventurous but worth the walk down to the beach). BBQ and Kitchen set up was good, plenty of cooking utensils and basic pantry items to get by. Plenty of on street parking. Lots of puzzles, books and games to play in case of a rainy day or for some quiet time.
    Birdman84
    Australia
  • 7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 5 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
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 29 reviews
    Location wise, it was very convenient to Shoal Bay and the shops. But it also meant a lot of nightime party noise and there was also construction in front of the apartment, which made chilling out at home during the day not possible. This was not necessarily the fault of the host.
    Kevin
    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
  • 7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 13 reviews
    Lovely beach cottage - good feel and close to main road of Shoal Bay Beach and shops. Loved the deck area to sit with the family. Gates secure for the dogs. Would definitely stay again
    Pia
    Australia
  • 7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 12 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
  • From € 128.53 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,826 reviews
    Great location, close to the beach and nature walks. Some great food options, dinner at Amos restaurant, drinks at Shoal Bay Country Club and good old fish & chips from Aussie Bob's!
    Donna
    Australia
  • 7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3 reviews
    The location was great, just a short walk to shoal bay. This was the best thing about the unit. Also, the kitchen was well equipped and easy to find things.
    Melinda
    Australia
  • 6.6
    Scored 6.6
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 17 reviews
    Location was excellent, view was incredible. Centrally located, could walk to many shops, restaurants and the beach.
    Merran
    Australia
  • 6.1
    Scored 6.1
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 32 reviews
    The location of the unit was perfect, a close distance to the beach and the Shoal Bay Country Club and restaurants.
    Krystal
    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
  • 7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 12 reviews
    Very well equipped, pleasantly decorated, quiet indoors, lift, car space, location to beach and restaurants.
    Lee
    Australia
  • From € 128.53 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,826 reviews
    Great place to stay in Shoal Bay. The location is brilliant, views awesome, staff great and room lovely!
    Tracy
    United States
  • 7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 27 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
  • 6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 7 reviews
    Great location and beautiful view over Shoal Bay, property was clean and functional.
    David
    Australia
  • From € 124.23 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 161 reviews
    proximity to the beach, right in Shoal Bay ease of access
    Cat
    Australia
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 76 reviews
    Excellent location and fantastic accommodation.
    Angela
    Australia
  • 7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 27 reviews
    Very close to the beach & restaurants/cafes.
    Alexandra
    Australia
  • 7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 10 reviews
    Best location. For restaurants, bar, beach.
    anastasios
    New Zealand