Fern Bay Travel Guide

Newcastle

Stay near popular Fern Bay attractions

Newcastle Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Newcastle at Newcastle Golf Club. Wander the waterfront and beaches while you're in the area.
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Things to do

Newcastle Harbour Luncheon Cruise

Newcastle Harbour Luncheon Cruise

£45
per adult
Newcastle Harbour Luncheon Cruise
Port Stephens Dolphin Watching by Gray Line

Port Stephens Day Tour - Gray Line Sydney

£95
per adult
Port Stephens Day Tour - Gray Line Sydney
Newcastle: Half-Day Sightseeing with Coastal Stops & History

Newcastle: Half-Day Sightseeing with Coastal Stops & History

£53
per adult
Newcastle: Half-Day Sightseeing with Coastal Stops & History
Hunter River Discovery Cruise with Lunch and Devonshire Tea

Hunter River Discovery Cruise with Lunch and Devonshire Tea

£58
per adult
Hunter River Discovery Cruise with Lunch and Devonshire Tea
Newcastle: Morpeth River Cruise with Local Produce Tasting

Newcastle: to Morpeth Cruise with Coach Return

£64
per adult
Newcastle: to Morpeth Cruise with Coach Return
Historic Morpeth Cruise with Wine and Local Produce Tasting

Historic Morpeth Cruise with Wine and Local Produce Tasting

£64
per adult
Historic Morpeth Cruise with Wine and Local Produce Tasting
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Top hotels in Fern Bay

Little National Hotel Newcastle

Little National Hotel Newcastle

4 out of 5
44 Honeysuckle Drive Newcastle NSW
The price is £111 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£111
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Little National Hotel Newcastle
Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort

Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort

4.5 out of 5
265 Sandy Point Road Salamander Bay NSW
The price is £100 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
£100
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,628 reviews)
"Very clean, great kitchen and dining. Well set out rooms. Appliances work well. Great water pressure in the shower."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2026

Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort
QT Newcastle

QT Newcastle

4.5 out of 5
185 Hunter Street Newcastle NSW
The price is £123 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£123
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (552 reviews)
"We enjoyed our first time stay & were very impressed with the service & in particular the wonderful staff."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2026

QT Newcastle
The Executive Inn

The Executive Inn

4.5 out of 5
10 Rugby Road New Lambton NSW
The price is £104 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
£104
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
The Executive Inn
NOAH'S On The Beach

NOAH'S On The Beach

4 out of 5
Cnr Shortland Esplanade and Zaara Street Newcastle East NSW
The price is £131 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
£131
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Newcastle. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026

NOAH'S On The Beach
Anchorage Port Stephens

Anchorage Port Stephens

4 out of 5
26 Corlette Point Road Corlette NSW
The price is £211 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
£211
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Corlette. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Room was clean and tidy. Staff were friendly and eager to help. Exceptional location right on the water. Food was lovely."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

Anchorage Port Stephens
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Where to stay in Fern Bay

Find the best Fern Bay areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Fern Bay
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A beach with a large rock arch, a sunset, and scattered rocks.
Photo by Glenn Rowley
Open Photo by Glenn Rowley

Caves Beach

Some popular features of Caves Beach include its beaches and restaurants. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Wallarah National Park or Lake Macquarie are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.

A beach with clear water, a lifeguard tower, and a building labeled 'Merewether Ocean Baths'.

Merewether

Unique features of Merewether include the beaches and bars. Make a stop by Merewether Beach or Merewether Ocean Baths while you're exploring the area.

A beach scene viewed through a cave opening.
Photo by Lauren Abela
Open Photo by Lauren Abela

Swansea

While there might not be top attractions in Swansea, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lake Macquarie and Belmont Golf Course.

A vineyard with grapevines in front of a historic building with arched windows and a brick facade.

Newcastle City Centre

If you're spending some time in Newcastle City Centre, Newcastle Civic Theater and Newcastle City Hall are top sights worth seeing.

A coastal town with houses and boats on the water.

Belmont

Unique features of Belmont include the lake views and shopping. Make a stop by Blacksmiths Beach or Lake Macquarie while you're exploring the area.

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