A lakeside view with a bench, paddleboards, and kayaks.

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No 5 Shoalhaven - 1 bed option

No 5 Shoalhaven - 1 bed option
Shoal Bay
The price is £203
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
No 5 Shoalhaven - 1 bed option
Outdoor dining

Lionel Gem – walk to Shoal Bay beaches and shops

Lionel Gem – walk to Shoal Bay beaches and shops
Shoal Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (5 reviews)
The price is £385
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Lionel Gem – walk to Shoal Bay beaches and shops
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi

CALM at Shoal Bay - Gorgeous brand new, modern home

CALM at Shoal Bay - Gorgeous brand new, modern home
Shoal Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
The price is £485
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
CALM at Shoal Bay - Gorgeous brand new, modern home
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Cabane Sur Mer – views of Shoal Bay

Cabane Sur Mer – views of Shoal Bay
Shoal Bay
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
The price is £542
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Cabane Sur Mer – views of Shoal Bay
3 bedrooms, travel cot, WiFi, bed sheets

Heart & Shoal - Gorgeous beachside apartment overlooking Shoal Bay

Heart & Shoal - Gorgeous beachside apartment overlooking Shoal Bay
Shoal Bay
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
The price is £617
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Heart & Shoal - Gorgeous beachside apartment overlooking Shoal Bay
Dining

No 6 ShoalHaven - 1 bed option

No 6 ShoalHaven - 1 bed option
Shoal Bay
The price is £202
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
No 6 ShoalHaven - 1 bed option
Games room

The Landmark Resort Nelson Bay

The Landmark Resort Nelson Bay
4.0 star property
Nelson Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Spacious family-friendly retreat with game room, outdoor pool, and hot tub just steps from Nelson Bay's beautiful beach.
The price is £92
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
The Landmark Resort Nelson Bay
Outdoor pool, a heated pool

Seaside Holiday Resort Fingal Bay

Seaside Holiday Resort Fingal Bay
3.0 star property
Fingal Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (35 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Family paradise at Seaside Holiday Resort with children's pool, playground, and beach proximity makes for cherished memories.
The price is £123
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Seaside Holiday Resort Fingal Bay
Aerial view

Anchorage Port Stephens

Anchorage Port Stephens
4.0 star property
Corlette
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Family-friendly oceanside escape offers kids' playground, multiple pools, and a beachfront playground for adventures under the sun.
The price is £140
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Anchorage Port Stephens
Children’s area

Fingal Bay Holiday Park

Fingal Bay Holiday Park
4.0 star property
Fingal Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (113 reviews)
The price is £121
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Fingal Bay Holiday Park
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Ramada Resort by Wyndham Shoal Bay

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Shoal Bay

10/10 Excellent
"Fantastic views and incredibly friendly staff! This was our second stay, and if we’re ever near Port Stephens again, our family will definitely come back. It’s a wonderful place to stay, even in winter. Highly recommended!"
Nana 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Ramada Resort by Wyndham Shoal Bay

Frequently asked questions

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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