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Visiting Shoal Bay

Families will find kid-friendly activities in Shoal Bay, and visitors give high marks for the beaches. This relaxing city also attracts tourists with its spas and bars.

• You'll find 286 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in the larger area of Port Stephens
• The closest major airport is in Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) 33 from the city center

Sightseeing and Staying in Shoal Bay

The city's natural setting is picturesque, including the beaches and Mount Tomaree. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Tomaree National Park and Myall Lakes National Park.

As you plan your vacation, you'll find 18 hotels and other lodging options available to select from in Shoal Bay. Here are top ranked ones based on our user reviews:

• Bali at the Bay - With a stay at this 4.5-star apartment, guests can enjoy access to free parking and a spa tub, along with a private spa tub. It's a favorite with Expedia travelers for its beach locale.
• Shoal Bay Holiday Park - Our customers like the family-friendly amenities and beach locale at this campground. This 4-star campground features free WiFi, free parking, and conference space.
• Ramada Resort Shoal Bay - With a stay at this 4.5-star apartment, guests can enjoy access to 2 restaurants and an outdoor pool, along with digital TV. Expedia customers like its family-friendly amenities and dining options.

Dressing for Shoal Bay

• Between January and March, you can expect the daytime average to be around 81°F and the nighttime average to be 60°F
• From April to June, temperatures average about 75°F during the day and 47°F at night
• July through September averages 71°F during the day and 46°F at night
• In October-December, the average temperature is 80°F during the day and 53°F at night
• Average annual rainfall for Shoal Bay is 1.30 inches
• Hottest months are usually January and February with an average temperature of 80°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 47°F

Shoal Bay is located on the southern shore of Port Stephens in NSW, offering the perfect place for the classic Australian beach holiday. There are plenty of water-based activities from organised fishing trips to scuba diving at nearby Broughton Island. Excellent bushwalks can be found everywhere, and the Stockton Sand Dunes are a great place to sand board, 4WD, or even ride horses and camels. In winter, whale-watching tours from the neighbouring Nelson Bay Marina are a favourite activity. During your stay, don’t miss out on a drink or meal at one of the restaurants and bars of Port Stephens Country Club, the largest and most prestigious hospitality venue of the region.

Hotels and Accommodation

The Shoal Bay beach resort is a major attraction for the town, but you’ll find a number of other options, too. When it comes to finding perfect Shoal Bay accommodation, choose from holiday apartments and villas, or book into one of the larger hotels in nearby Nelson Bay.

Getting There

The closest airport to Shoal Bay is Newcastle Airport (NTL). From there, it is an easy 35 km drive northeast to your destination on Shoal Bay. You can also fly into Sydney International (SYD), from where it is a roughly 200-km drive north on Pacific Motorway to the bay. Additionally, Port Stephens Coaches offer daily bus service to Shoal Bay from Newcastle and Sydney.

Booking with Ease

Booking a Shoal Bay resort or hotel with Expedia.com.au is easy. Sort your results by price, category, class, or rating, and then add flights and a rental car to get the best deals for your holiday in Shoal Bay. Fishing at Port Stephens or swimming with the friendly dolphins of the bay is possible when you book your trip today.