Title: Shoal Bay Travel Guide: Best of Shoal Bay, New South Wales Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Shoal Bay](https://expedia.co.uk/Shoal-Bay-Hotels.d181583.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Shoal Bay](https://expedia.co.uk/Shoal-Bay-Holiday-Rentals.d181583.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Shoal Bay Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Shoal-Bay.d181583.Car-Hire-Guide)[Shoal Bay Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Shoal-Bay.d181583.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Shoal Bay Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Shoal Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181583/dfe1d191-e6ee-473c-8501-af2adfdb5945.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Shoal Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181583/fa8b035e-1ca7-49ad-8e78-12b90a1834c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Shoal Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181583/5ce1ced7-8637-4ccc-b760-d87146e4d6ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Shoal Bay showing landscape views and a small town or village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181583/7567e20b-4568-4e7d-9daf-47c70265c7dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Shoal Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181583/95d590f5-9311-4692-bd99-176d7415d697.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Shoal Bay Things to do - Top hotels in Shoal Bay - Top Holiday Rentals in Shoal Bay ![Ramada Resort by Wyndham Shoal Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1550000/1544600/1544556/1fd85516_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ramada Resort by Wyndham Shoal Bay 35-45 Shoal Bay Rd Shoal Bay NSW £113 29 Mar - 30 Mar includes taxes & fees 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 ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=1544556&PinnedHotelID=1544556&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=181583) ![Shoal Bay Holiday Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5780000/5770600/5770574/488d7b38_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Shoal Bay Holiday Park 71 Shoal Bay Road Shoal Bay NSW £119 20 Apr - 21 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach campsite in Shoal Bay. Enjoy free parking, a business centre and a garden. Popular attractions Zenith Beach and Shoal Bay Beach are located ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F04%2F2026&endDate=21%2F04%2F2026&selected=5770574&PinnedHotelID=5770574&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=181583) ![Beachside Shoal Bay Unit 2](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36370000/36361800/36361740/01492c6a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Beachside Shoal Bay Unit 2 Shoal Bay NSW Stay at this hotel in Shoal Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and balconies. Popular attractions Zenith Beach and Wreck Beach are located nearby. 9/10 Wonderful! (17 reviews) I missed the no air-conditioning . Parking on the grass at the back of the property so wet grass in the mornings Reviewed on 22 Mar 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F04%2F2026&endDate=09%2F04%2F2026&selected=36361740&PinnedHotelID=36361740&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=181583) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F04%2F2026&endDate=09%2F04%2F2026&selected=36361740&PinnedHotelID=36361740&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=181583) [See all 1,573 properties in Shoal Bay](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=26%2F03%2F2026&endDate=27%2F03%2F2026®ionId=181583) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Ramada Resort by Wyndham Shoal Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1550000/1544600/1544556/1fd85516_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ramada Resort by Wyndham Shoal Bay 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 ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Shoal-Bay-Hotels-Ramada-Resort-By-Wyndham-Shoal-Bay.h1544556.Hotel-Information) ![Shoal Bay Holiday Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5780000/5770600/5770574/488d7b38_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Shoal Bay Holiday Park 71 Shoal Bay Road Shoal Bay NSW Stay at this beach campsite in Shoal Bay. Enjoy free parking, a business centre and a garden. Popular attractions Zenith Beach and Shoal Bay Beach are located ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Shoal-Bay-Hotels-Shoal-Bay-Holiday-Park.h5770574.Hotel-Information) ![57 Tomaree Road Complex - House and Cabana with Pool, Air-con, Wi-fi, Boat Parking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/126000000/125550000/125548900/125548856/5204b0bd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 57 Tomaree Road Complex - House and Cabana with Pool, Air-con, Wi-fi, Boat Parking Shoal Bay NSW Stay at this holiday home in Shoal Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and balconies. Popular attractions Wreck Beach and Zenith Beach are located nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Shoal-Bay-Hotels-57-Tomaree-Road-Complex-House-And-Cabana-With-Pool.h125548856.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Shoal Bay](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=181583&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Shoal Bay hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=181583&startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26)[25 Mar - 26 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=181583&startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=181583&startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27)[26 Mar - 27 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=181583&startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=181583&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026)[27 Mar - 29 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=181583&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=181583&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026)[3 Apr - 5 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=181583&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit #### Mount Tomaree Learn about the local history of Shoal Bay when you spend time at Mount Tomaree. Amble around this relaxing area's marina and enjoy its charming cafes. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mount-Tomaree-Shoal-Bay.d553248633859911929.Attraction) #### Zenith Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Zenith Beach during your trip to Shoal Bay? Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Zenith-Beach-Shoal-Bay.d553248635997368432.Attraction) #### Box Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Box Beach during your trip to Shoal Bay? Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Box-Beach-Shoal-Bay.d553248635997369658.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Port Stephens: Koala Sanctuary General Admission Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45028580/76c8c954-e573-45b9-b2fb-234d52f76d3d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Port Stephens: Koala Sanctuary General Admission Ticket £15 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/port-stephens-koala-sanctuary-general-admission-ticket.a45028580.activity-details) ![Port Stephens: Unlimited Sandboarding with 4WD Dune Transfer](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4527256/2ee31788-75d1-4036-aef1-3860d61359be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Port Stephens: Unlimited Sandboarding with 4WD Dune Transfer £21 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/port-stephens-unlimited-sandboarding-with-4wd-dune-transfer.a4527256.activity-details) ![Port Stephens: Dolphin Discovery Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48501542/d3be3a34-9cab-4485-b780-62d3935fc299.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Port Stephens: Dolphin Discovery Cruise £24 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/port-stephens-dolphin-discovery-cruise.a48501542.activity-details) ![Sandboarding](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1400829/d37a9f43-12d5-4e95-9a66-64399ad65f27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Unlimited Sandboarding Adventure £23 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/unlimited-sandboarding-adventure.a1400829.activity-details) ![Grab some friends and come along for an unforgettable experience!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45677636/16019568-7e2b-4aab-b5c2-cf8fc6650214.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Port Stephens Unlimited Sandboarding and Sand Surfing £21 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/port-stephens-unlimited-sandboarding-and-sand-surfing.a45677636.activity-details) ![Port Stephens Experience: Incredible Adventure, Wild by Nature](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46336912/0efb1739-a3a4-482d-8a64-7599ec5b131c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Sydney: Port Stephens Dolphin, Koalas, Lunch & Sandboarding £115 per adult **76%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-sydney-port-stephens-dolphin.a46336912.activity-details) [See all activities in Shoal Bay](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Shoal-Bay.d181583.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Shoal Bay ![Dutchmans Beach which includes a sandy beach and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621576998740/f1093782-5ecd-414a-b239-1c2b02e84dfa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Nelson Bay ![Tomaree Head featuring tranquil scenes, mountains and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532609772/f6545b47-80d2-49fe-985d-972c73a90b19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Fingal Bay - Cities near Shoal Bay - Places of interest [Nelson Bay](https://expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Bay.dx181576)[Fingal Bay](https://expedia.co.uk/Fingal-Bay.dx6225780) - [Stockton Sand Dunes ](https://expedia.co.uk/Stockton-Sand-Dunes-Salt-Ash.d553248621532609721.Attraction) - [Toboggan Hill Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Toboggan-Hill-Park-Nelson-Bay.d6287437.Attraction) - [Samurai Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Samurai-Beach-New-South-Wales.d553248621532609724.Attraction) - [Winda Woppa Reserve ](https://expedia.co.uk/Winda-Woppa-Reserve-Hawks-Nest.d6319852.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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