Nelson Bay, NSW holiday accommodation from AU$ 134/night

Discover a selection of 1,500 holiday home rentals in Nelson Bay, NSW that are perfect for your trip. Whether you’re traveling with friends, family, or even pets, Stayz holiday homes have the best amenities for hanging out with the people that matter most, including pool and air conditioning. Prices start at AU$ 134 per night, and holiday houses and flats & apartments are popular options for a stay in Nelson Bay. Either way, you'll find holiday accommodation for everyone's needs.

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Stayed Nov 2020

What a fabulous property!

We recently stayed at this house for a long weekend getaway from Sydney. Two young families with 3 kids (1, 2 and a 3 year old). This worked out brilliantly for us and each family had a dedicated zone, both upstairs and downstairs had two bedrooms an...

Stayed Nov 2020

Just Perfect

As the title says, the property was perfect. The unit has been looked after and is in perfect condition. Very clean and tidy with a nice decor. We were given supplies of detergents, cloths, tea & coffee in the welcome pack. The beds were very comfor...

Stayed Oct 2020

Beautiful property and location

My family and a friends family had a great time during our stay in October. The property is modern, clean and has everything you would need. We had a very small issue with one of the showers and the owners quickly arranged for a plumber to attend. We...

Stayed Oct 2020

Comfy Stay in Great location

The deceivingly huge apartment was immaculately clean and made us feel right at home straight away. A few minutes walk to the CBD and the beach made it perfect. Sizeable garage, internal laundry, good sized bedrooms with dinning and lounge room was e...

Stayed Oct 2020

An absolute delight

Yves & his wife Martine are fabulous hosts at this delightful B&B. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and all hikes, walks and dolphin & whale watching, eateries are right on your doorstep when you stay @ L'Olivette B&B. Thank you Yves & Martine ...see y...

Stayed Oct 2020

Nelson Bay family get together

Janet’s apartment was beautifully presented, with all the comforts we had hoped for. The location was really great for us with just a short walk to the closest beach through parkland, which the four year old really enjoyed exploring. Although beach w...

Stayed Oct 2020

Loved loved our stay

We booked to stay at Beth and Doug's for a week stay. It was exactly as pictured and described We loved how peaceful and comfortable the place was. It was close to everything we wanted and we did snorkelling, diving and golf. Beth and Doug were so f...

Stayed Oct 2020

Great location and place to stay

Great location! The property was exactly as described in the listing. It was a good sized place for 1 person staying there with an easy walk to the beach or longer walk to the shops. Any issues I had were quickly sorted out. I would recommend this pr...

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Have a whale of a good time in Nelson Bay

Nestled on the shores of a body of water with the same name, the sleepy little town of Nelson Bay offers plenty of big surprises. The town's beautiful beaches are dotted with sunbathers, while the waters are filled with thrill seekers in search of adventure. Nelson Bay is also famous for its popular dolphin and whale watching excursions. Large portions on the town are located within the Tomaree National Park, so you'll find plenty of recreational activities on land as well. Nelson Bay vacation rentals also place travellers about 90 minutes north-east of the bustling big city of Newcastle.

Things to do

She sells seashells down by the seashore…and the museum

Nature lovers should take their time exploring Tomaree National Park, from its rugged coastline to its dense forests filled with koalas. There's plenty of history on hand as well, as the park is home to the 1862 Point Stephens Lighthouse and a World War II gun emplacement. Port Stephens Shell Museum brings the beach indoors with its collection of rare seashells, cultural artefacts and a gift shop. If you have children staying in your Nelson Bay vacation rental, plan a trip to Toboggan Hill Park, a small amusement park outfitted with toboggan runs, a miniature golf course and giant mazes.

Activities

Snorkelling, surfing and swimming – splash down into fun

Nelson Bay vacation rentals are often booked by travellers who love water-based activities, as the region offers excellent conditions for swimming, surfing, diving, snorkelling and fishing. Enjoy a close encounter with nature by signing up for a popular dolphin and whale watching tour. Back on land, you can dig your toes into the sand at the Worimi Conservation Lands, home to 4,200 hectares of sprawling and shifting sand dunes. For a unique experience, explore the nature preserve by sandboard, quad bike, camel or horse, all of which are available for rent in the region.

Weather

Rain, rain, go away, come again…almost every day

There's just one thing you need to know about your time in Nelson Bay – you'll need to pack an umbrella. The town gets plenty of wet throughout the year, averaging around 1,300 millimetres of annual rainfall. While June garners the most precipitation, if you're looking for sunny skies, September is the driest month. The city offers a warm but comfortable climate for the most part, particularly in February when, although it's Nelson Bay's hottest month, temperatures top out at a tepid 22 degrees. July is the coldest month, with cool daytime temperatures averaging 12 degrees.

Natural highlights

Good time adventures with dolphins and diving

Explore a whole new world under the sea at Fly Point, an aquatic reserve just east of Nelson Bay. Spend the day diving or snorkelling through a forest of sponge, coral and sea grass alongside scores of fish and the occasional dolphin. Located just off the coast of Nelson Bay, Broughton Island also offers excellent diving conditions with such marine life on hand as grey nurse sharks, cuttlefish and numbfish. While Australia's largest coastal dune system lies south of Nelson Bay in the Worimi Conservation Lands, the region's coastline is also dotted with white sand beaches and volcanic rocks.

How to get there

Transport options to and around Nelson Bay

Fly into Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown), the closest airport, located 18.3 mi (29.5 km) from the city centre.

How many holiday accommodation are available around Nelson Bay?

Our 2020 accommodation listings offer a large selection of 1,372 holiday rentals around Nelson Bay. From 746 holiday houses to 601 flats & apartments, find unique holiday homes for you to enjoy a memorable holiday or a weekend with your family and friends. The best place to stay around Nelson Bay is on Stayz.

What are the most popular points of interest and landmarks to stay near when travelling to Nelson Bay?

Stayz offers a large selection of holiday homes near great places in Nelson Bay. From Stayz travellers, the most popular points of interest to stay near are:

Nelson Head Lighthouse: 1,379 holiday rentals
Gan Gan Hill Lookout: 1,376 holiday rentals
d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay: 1,380 holiday rentals
Fly Point Marine Reserve: 1,380 holiday rentals
Toboggan Hill Park: 1,378 holiday rentals

But there are many other points of interest around Nelson Bay listed on Stayz where you can find your place to stay. Please use our search bar to access the selection of holiday rentals available near the point of interest of your choice.

Can I rent Houses in Nelson Bay?

Yes, of course. Stayz offers 746 Houses in Nelson Bay. Our other popular types of Nelson Bay holiday rentals include:

Condos/Apartments: 601 holiday houses
Cottages: 17 holiday houses
Villas: 23 holiday houses

But you can also enjoy a great stay in one of our other holiday rentals including Townhouses and more.

Can I find a holiday accommodation with pool in Nelson Bay?

Yes, you can select your preferred holiday accommodation with pool among our 290 holiday homes with pool available in Nelson Bay. Please use our search bar to access the selection of holiday rentals available.