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1. Mantra Nelson Bay

Nelson Bay

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13 Aug - 14 Aug

2. The Landmark Resort Nelson Bay

Nelson Bay

Spacious family-friendly retreat with game room, outdoor pool, and hot tub just steps from Nelson Bay's beautiful beach.

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16 Aug - 17 Aug

3. Seaside Holiday Resort Fingal Bay

Fingal Bay

Family paradise at Seaside Holiday Resort with children's pool, playground, and beach proximity makes for cherished memories.

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13 Aug - 14 Aug

4. Ingenia Holidays Middle Rock

One Mile

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23 Aug - 24 Aug

5. Fingal Bay Holiday Park

Fingal Bay

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2 Aug - 3 Aug

6. Ingenia Holidays One Mile Beach

One Mile

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16 Aug - 17 Aug

7. Anchorage Port Stephens

Corlette

Family-friendly oceanside escape offers kids' playground, multiple pools, and a beachfront playground for adventures under the sun.

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24 Aug - 25 Aug

8. Reflections Hawks Nest - Holiday Park

Hawks Nest

Family holiday paradise with poolside fun, playground adventures, and beach volleyball thrills for all ages.

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6 Aug - 7 Aug

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Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort

10/10 Excellent

"We love the place Always keep going back there"

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Shoal Bay

8/10 Good

"We visited during winter, so it was a quieter time of year. The biggest disappointment was the housekeeping policy. Rooms are only cleaned for stays of eight nights or longer, and no vacuum cleaner was provided in the apartment. For families or anyone staying for a week, it's difficult to keep sand and dirt under control without basic cleaning equipment. It seems unreasonable to expect guests to either live with dirty floors or pay extra for cleaning. The laundry facilities were also disappointing and did not match the standard of the hotel. They were located in a car park area on Level 5 and consisted of just two large industrial washing machines and a single dryer for a complex with hundreds of apartments. During the busy summer season, I can only imagine how difficult it would be to access them. It would be much better to provide several standard-sized washing machines and additional dryers. Late checkout is available, but it costs $50 per hour, which is quite expensive. The kitchen was generally well stocked, but it was missing some basic essentials, including a large kitchen knife, a sponge and dishwashing detergent to keep the sink clean. For longer stays, especially with children, guests need to purchase many basic cleaning supplies themselves. Overall, the location is great, but there are several small improvements that would make longer family stays much more comfortable."

Reflections Jimmys Beach - Holiday Park

8/10 Good

"It was just what we needed…nothing fancy. It was in a campground. The kids enjoyed the playground. We enjoyed the beach and the hike up the mountain. They do things differently in Australia. In the U.S., someone is always at the reception counter. We didn’t realize that this place closed at 4:00. We didn’t get there until 6:00. We couldn’t get our phones to go through to the after hours number, but we lucked out when someone was driving out that could help us get into the lock box. Not sure what we would have done if they didn’t come by."

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What's Shoal Bay like for family-friendly holidays?

The relaxing destination of Shoal Bay is a good choice if you've been thinking about a trip with your children. The dolphin watching, cycling trails and beaches are just some of the things that make this the perfect spot for family trips. Fly into Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown), which is located 20.2 mi (32.5 km) from the city centre.

When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Shoal Bay?

The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 14°C. Average annual precipitation for Shoal Bay is 944 mm.

What's there to see and do with your family in Shoal Bay?

While you are visiting Shoal Bay, you may want to round up the youngsters and make time to see interesting attractions such as Tomaree National Park, West Nelson Bay and d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Salamander Bay Square and Anchorage Marina Port Stephens.

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Our top choices for Shoal Bay family-friendly hotels

1. Mantra Nelson Bay

2. The Landmark Resort Nelson Bay

3. Seaside Holiday Resort Fingal Bay

4. Ingenia Holidays Middle Rock

5. Fingal Bay Holiday Park

6. Ingenia Holidays One Mile Beach

7. Anchorage Port Stephens

8. Reflections Hawks Nest - Holiday Park

9. Ingenia Holidays Soldiers Point

10. Thou Walla Sunset Retreat

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Top Shoal Bay Hotel Reviews

Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Shoal Bay

Reflections Jimmys Beach - Holiday Park

Mantra Nelson Bay

The Landmark Resort Nelson Bay

Ingenia Holidays One Mile Beach

Ingenia Holidays Middle Rock

Anchorage Port Stephens

Tea Gardens Motel

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Our top choices for Shoal Bay family-friendly hotels

1. Mantra Nelson Bay

2. The Landmark Resort Nelson Bay

3. Seaside Holiday Resort Fingal Bay

4. Ingenia Holidays Middle Rock

5. Fingal Bay Holiday Park

6. Ingenia Holidays One Mile Beach

7. Anchorage Port Stephens

8. Reflections Hawks Nest - Holiday Park

9. Ingenia Holidays Soldiers Point

10. Thou Walla Sunset Retreat

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Top Shoal Bay Hotel Reviews

Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort

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