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Our top choices for Shoal Bay family-friendly hotels

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)
"Calm @ Shoal Bay met all of our needs. Especially loved the new bbq and the patio swing seat. We were very comfortable. Thanks so much "
Australia
Roseanne P.
The price is AU$1,190
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
CALM at Shoal Bay - Gorgeous brand new, modern home
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi
Cabane Sur Mer – views of Shoal Bay

Cabane Sur Mer – views of Shoal Bay

Shoal Bay
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"Perfect accommodation for our family of 6.Stunning views of the water.Close to the beach and pubs/restaurants. Great veranda area with bbq,table/chairs to enjoy the views and have dinner/drinks/play cards etc. Would recommend this place to everyone. Only thing is steep driveway"
Australia
paul j.
The price is AU$1,142
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Cabane Sur Mer – views of Shoal Bay
Property grounds
Shoal Bay Oasis – spacious family entertainer with beach views

Shoal Bay Oasis – spacious family entertainer with beach views

Shoal Bay
7.2 out of 10, Good, (5)
"A lovely home but not ideal for 8 women who have not seen each other for a while and were a bit excited. We constantly had to remind ourselves when outside on the balcony. Neighbours deliberately stood in the street and counted heads and may have recorded us talking. Great home and facilities and location."
Australia
Rowena M.
The price is AU$1,481
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Shoal Bay Oasis – spacious family entertainer with beach views
Outdoor dining
Lionel Gem – walk to Shoal Bay beaches and shops

Lionel Gem – walk to Shoal Bay beaches and shops

Shoal Bay
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2)
"The wifi password was the wrong one and router was out of reach. Also complementary it is 2025 and wifi is nowadays a pretty basic service... The owner/agent tried to resolved but it was not at the end.the cleanliness of the place was questionable:the dishwasher wasn't unloadedthe shower was full of sand other area of the property didn't look the cleaniest "
Australia
greg m.
The price is AU$856
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Lionel Gem – walk to Shoal Bay beaches and shops
Interior
Coastal Bliss at Shoal Bay

Coastal Bliss at Shoal Bay

Shoal Bay
The price is AU$3,628
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Coastal Bliss at Shoal Bay
2 outdoor pools, open 8 AM to 8 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Anchorage Port Stephens

Anchorage Port Stephens

4.0 star property
Corlette
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Wonderful trip to The Anchorage. Room, facilities, dinner, breakfast. Everything was amazing!! "
Australia
Simone
The price is AU$494
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Anchorage Port Stephens
Games room
The Landmark Resort Nelson Bay

The Landmark Resort Nelson Bay

4.0 star property
Nelson Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"The location of the resort is convenient, and the views from the room are great."
Australia
Ting ying
The price is AU$215
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
The Landmark Resort Nelson Bay
2 outdoor pools, pool loungers
Ingenia Holidays Middle Rock

Ingenia Holidays Middle Rock

3.5 star property
One Mile
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (262)
"very good"
Australia
Jiamin
The price is AU$175
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Ingenia Holidays Middle Rock
Beach Spa House | Balcony view
Wanderers Retreat Port Stephens

Wanderers Retreat Port Stephens

3.5 star property
Boat Harbour
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (132)
"The stay was amazing. The staff were very friendly and accommodating. Will be back for sure"
Australia
Belinda
The price is AU$235
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Wanderers Retreat Port Stephens
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Mantra Nelson Bay

Mantra Nelson Bay

4.0 star property
Nelson Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1553)
"Great place for family."
Australia
Leilei
The price is AU$350
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Mantra Nelson Bay
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Top Shoal Bay Hotel Reviews

Ingenia Holidays Middle Rock

Ingenia Holidays Middle Rock

10/10 Excellent
"We had a wonderful stay at Middle Rock for the weekend, it had everything we needed and we will definitely be back. "
Beck 2-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Ingenia Holidays Middle Rock

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, d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay and Salamander Bay Square. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Anchorage Marina Port Stephens and West Nelson Bay.

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