Karuah Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Sunset Beach on the shores of the peaceful Karuah River - Soldiers Point, NSW, Australia
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.
#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.

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Karuah Motor Inn

Karuah Motor Inn

3 out of 5
422 Tarean Road Karuah NSW
The price is £78 per night from 19 Mar to 20 Mar
£78
19 Mar - 20 Mar
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! (472 reviews)
The location of the property and the rooms were quite clean and comfortable.

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Karuah Motor Inn
Karuah Gardens Motel

Karuah Gardens Motel

3 out of 5
353 Tarean Road Karuah NSW
The price is £78 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
£78
26 Feb - 27 Feb
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! (113 reviews)
Nice room, classic, clean. Will return

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Karuah Gardens Motel
Karuah Riverside Motel

Karuah Riverside Motel

3.5 out of 5
428 Tarean Rd Karuah NSW
The price is £73 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
£73
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Karuah. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Longworth Park and Karuah ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (329 reviews)
Very clean and tidy

Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025

Karuah Riverside Motel
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Rivers Edge Oasis -Karuah, Infinity Pool and Private Cinema room

Rivers Edge Oasis -Karuah, Infinity Pool and Private Cinema room

Karuah New South Wales
Stay at this holiday home in Karuah. Enjoy private pools, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Longworth Park and Karuah Nature Reserve are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Loved every minute just needs sanitary bins in bath rooms

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Rivers Edge Oasis -Karuah, Infinity Pool and Private Cinema room
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! (2,541 reviews)
Rooms were clean good location and friendly staff

Reviewed on 8 Feb 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! (2,113 reviews)
Not spotless BUT clean. Lack of access to power points. Poor lighting over kitchenette.

Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Shoal 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 romantic area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Karuah and District Golf Club