Title: Red Head Travel Guide: Best of Red Head, New South Wales Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Red Head](https://expedia.co.uk/Red-Head-Hotels.d6342291.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Red Head](https://expedia.co.uk/Red-Head-Holiday-Rentals.d6342291.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Red Head Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Red-Head.d6342291.Car-Hire-Guide)[Red Head Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Red-Head.d6342291.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Red Head Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Blackhead Beach at Hallidays Point. Slightly off the tourist track is this nestled piece of paradise. Pristine sandy beach which is easy to walk along, collect shells, walk to the volcanic rock formations which jut out to the left, and the sandstone rocks. Head right and you will discover rock pools with oceans living creatures waiting till the next high tide. See if you can spot an octopus or a Port Douglas Shark even star fish. 2 ocean pools which are cleaned regularly caters for Adults and children. A great surf beach.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6342291/dcfbcda2-7078-44f9-9bbe-d511ed557f70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Blackhead Beach at Hallidays Point. Slightly off the tourist track is this nestled piece of paradise. Pristine sandy beach which is easy to walk along, collect shells, walk to the volcanic rock formations which jut out to the left, and the sandstone rocks. Head right and you will discover rock pools with oceans living creatures waiting till the next high tide. See if you can spot an octopus or a Port Douglas Shark even star fish. 2 ocean pools which are cleaned regularly caters for Adults and children. A great surf beach.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6342291/dcfbcda2-7078-44f9-9bbe-d511ed557f70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Fishermen catching mullet at Black Head Beach, Mid North Coast, NSW](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6342290/d137f127-619a-45a3-8375-8b395d65446a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Shallow and deep ocean pools surrounded by the black rock pools.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6342291/e36a2aab-109a-44ef-9ab5-e39c5481a175.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Red Head Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. 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Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F03%2F2026&endDate=04%2F03%2F2026&selected=111405059&PinnedHotelID=111405059&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6342291) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F03%2F2026&endDate=04%2F03%2F2026&selected=111405059&PinnedHotelID=111405059&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6342291) ![Frida's by the Sea Beach House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91830000/91824800/91824786/c1ca4c92_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Frida's by the Sea Beach House Red Head NSW Stay at this holiday home in Red Head. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Black Head Beach and Shelly Beach are located ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (51 reviews) We all enjoyed a lovely week at Frieda’s by the Sea Beach House Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F03%2F2026&endDate=04%2F03%2F2026&selected=91824786&PinnedHotelID=91824786&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6342291) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F03%2F2026&endDate=04%2F03%2F2026&selected=91824786&PinnedHotelID=91824786&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6342291) ![Forstay Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95280000/95276700/95276687/37d3c681_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Forstay Motel Head St Forster NSW £63 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Forster. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (222 reviews) Clean, comfortable room. Friendly staff and good value. 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(3 reviews) The host was extremely helpful and accommodating throughout our stay.The property itself is exceptional. While the photos are beautiful, arriving at Bombora Point Beach House exceeded all expectations. From the breathtaking views and stunning pool to the home itself, the entire property is truly ... Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Red-Head-Hotels-Bombora-Point-Beach-House.h111405059.Hotel-Information) ![Frida's by the Sea Beach House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91830000/91824800/91824786/c1ca4c92_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Frida's by the Sea Beach House Red Head NSW Stay at this holiday home in Red Head. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Black Head Beach and Shelly Beach are located ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (51 reviews) We all enjoyed a lovely week at Frieda’s by the Sea Beach House Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Red-Head-Hotels-Fridas-By-The-Sea-Beach-House.h91824786.Hotel-Information) ![Lani's Holiday Island - Caravan Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5590000/5585600/5585571/686fdecd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lani's Holiday Island - Caravan Park 33 The Lakes Way Forster NSW Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools and a garden. Popular attractions Leon Island and Forster Marina are located nearby. 8.2/10 Very Good! (265 reviews) Friendly staff. Fantastic pool. Clean amenities. 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