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A hotel with a sign indicating no vacancy, 24-hour check-in, heated pool, and internet kiosk.

A sauna area with wooden benches and large copper barrels, white brick walls, and a straw ceiling.

A person standing on a bridge overlooking a beach and ocean.

A reception desk with a laptop, wooden paneling, and a glass display case with items.

1. Hotel Nelson

2 km from Nelson Head Lighthouse

Annie

S$168

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern living room with a sofa, ottoman, and coffee table, a dining area with chairs, a kitchen with appliances, and a balcony with a view of trees.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a parking area, and a view of a forested hill.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

2. The Landmark Resort Nelson Bay

2.2 km from Nelson Head Lighthouse

Bernadette

S$198

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a coastal cityscape with buildings and a body of water.

A residential area with a swimming pool, greenery, and buildings in the background.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a dining area with a glass table and chairs.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a white coffee table, and a grey sofa.

3. Oaks Nelson Bay Lure Suites

2.3 km from Nelson Head Lighthouse

sashi

S$181

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A long dining area with wooden tables and chairs, arched windows, and hanging plants.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a dining table, and a TV.

A staircase with a geometric pattern, a beige sofa, a wooden coffee table, and two potted plants.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a large window.

4. Seabreeze Hotel

2 km from Nelson Head Lighthouse

daniel

S$152

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A swimming pool with a water fountain, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

A dining area with a long table set for a meal, wooden chairs, and a hanging light fixture.

A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, a sandy beach, and a clear blue sky.

A beachfront hotel with multiple buildings, a sandy beach, and clear water.

5. Ramada Resort by Wyndham Shoal Bay

1.7 km from Nelson Head Lighthouse

John

S$190

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a covered seating area, and a building labeled "Bay Breeze Loft Apartments".

A coastal landscape with a beach, ocean, and a staircase leading down to the shore.

A room with wicker furniture, a small white table with a plant, and a bed with a blue blanket.

A coastal view with a white picket fence, a well-maintained lawn, and a building with an 'AMANTI' sign.

6. Nelson Bay Breeze Holiday Apartments

1.1 km from Nelson Head Lighthouse

Reenal Riti

S$354

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large balcony, a bed, a seating area, and a small table.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a sofa and a coffee table, a kitchen area with a countertop and a sink, and a view of the outside through large windows.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a TV, and a view of the city through large windows.

A poolside area with a lounge chair and a towel.

7. Marina Resort - Adults Only

1.7 km from Nelson Head Lighthouse

Julia

S$214

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A coastal landscape with a beach, clear blue waters, and a hilly terrain.

A hotel room with a brick wall, a bed with white linens and red pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

A dining area with a stone wall, a small garden view, and a table with chairs.

A hotel entrance with a reception desk, a 'Welcome' sign, and a 'Come in We're Open' sign.

8. Port Stephens Motel

1.4 km from Nelson Head Lighthouse

daniel

S$131

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a painting of a beach scene, and a wooden headboard.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a white coffee table, and a TV on a wooden stand. A staircase leads to an upper floor.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

A swimming pool with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

9. Peninsula Nelson Bay Motel and Serviced Apartments

0.8 km from Nelson Head Lighthouse

Shane

S$127

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

A marina with boats docked, a pier extending into the water, and buildings in the background.

A hotel with multiple buildings, a parking lot, and a well-maintained lawn area.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a kettle. There is a grey sofa with an orange pillow and a small table.

10. Lemon Tree Passage Motel

12.2 km from Nelson Head Lighthouse

Gary

S$143

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by boats and a scenic view.

A person sitting on a wooden deck with a table, holding a drink and a fruit, with boats in the background.

A bedroom with a large window overlooking a marina with boats and a rocky breakwater.

A dining area with a view of the marina, large windows, and hanging pendant lights.

11. Anchorage Port Stephens

5.3 km from Nelson Head Lighthouse

Elaine

S$367

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

An outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and a table, surrounded by a brick wall and a covered patio.

A room with a beige sofa, a white table, and a potted plant.

A covered outdoor area with a row of wooden benches, a brick wall, and a white SUV parked nearby.

12. Karuah Motor Inn

19.4 km from Nelson Head Lighthouse

tanya m

S$133

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A living room with two red armchairs, a small round table with a lamp, and a large red floral painting on the wall.

A coastal landscape with a clear sky, a rocky shoreline, and boats in the distance.

13. Corlette Retreat

5.4 km from Nelson Head Lighthouse

lyndsay

S$145

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a bar area.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden dining table, and a ceiling fan.

A modern hotel with a swimming pool, a reception area, and a parking lot.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, wooden coffee table, and a flat-screen TV. A dining area with a white table and chairs is visible.

14. Ingenia Holidays Middle Rock

7.6 km from Nelson Head Lighthouse

Megan

S$102

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, a window with blinds, a painting of palm trees, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A living room with a grey sofa, a small side table, a TV stand, and a blue accent wall.

A covered patio with two wicker chairs and a table, surrounded by bamboo fencing and decorative lanterns.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a dining table with colorful chairs, and a kitchen area in the background.

15. Karuah Riverside Motel

19.4 km from Nelson Head Lighthouse

Deborah

S$142

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A modern house with a covered porch, large windows, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A modern house with large windows, a covered porch, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A modern living room with two grey sofas, a flat-screen TV, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A pier extending into calm water with boats docked at the end.

16. BIG4 Karuah Jetty Holiday Park

19.2 km from Nelson Head Lighthouse

Nancy

S$149

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

An aerial view of a coastal area with a beach, clear waters, and a small island.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a painting of a beach, and a window with curtains.

An outdoor patio area with brick flooring, metal chairs, and tables.

A swimming pool surrounded by a brick patio, with mulch and plants.

17. Tea Gardens Motel

5.2 km from Nelson Head Lighthouse

David

S$143

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

An open-plan living and dining area with wicker furniture, a brick wall, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern bedroom with a white bed, a round mirror, and a black and white striped towel on a wooden rack.

A playground with a pirate ship play structure, surrounded by sand and trees.

A marina with boats docked, a bridge in the background, and a wooden dock with bollards.

18. Tea Gardens Hotel

4.8 km from Nelson Head Lighthouse

Jason

S$140

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A sign for 'Corlette Palms Motor Inn' with a phone number.

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

19. Corlette Palms Motor Inn

5.2 km from Nelson Head Lighthouse

Chris

S$146

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Nelson Head Lighthouse

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Nelson	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
The Landmark Resort Nelson Bay	8.6 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Oaks Nelson Bay Lure Suites	8.4 Very good 1,001 reviews	View
Seabreeze Hotel	8.2 Very good 419 reviews	View
Ramada Resort by Wyndham Shoal Bay	8.2 Very good 2,237 reviews	View

Top Nelson Head Lighthouse Hotel Reviews

Mantra Nelson Bay

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, easy walk to shops, beach, golf course and restaurants."

Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Just beautiful, clean , pool is beautiful."

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Shoal Bay

10/10 Excellent

"This is an amazing spot for families. Walking distance to everything, amazing amenities and so close to the water at Shoal Bay which is stunning. It can be pricey so keep an eye out for deals. It's also close to pubs and restaurants so if you like a quite area with no noise this may not be the spot for you. For us it was perfect."

Admiral Nelson Motor Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Clean n big room with good location. Friendly staff"

The Landmark Resort Nelson Bay

10/10 Excellent

"Property close to both bowling and golf clubs, and easy walk to town centre and waterfront. Plenty of parking and a lot of undercover parks. Good view from balcony. Downside was no hanging space for clothes, no exhaust fan in bathroom, no toilet brush. Overall, excellent value for money"

Hotel Nelson

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely refurbished room.Soundproof as our room was facing the road.Very nice pool area and heated pool.Very comfortable bed and fluffy towels.Great location.Staff extremely helpful."

Peninsula Nelson Bay Motel and Serviced Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff great Korean restaurant"

Halifax Holiday Park

10/10 Excellent

"We don't have a caravan any more so this was our first stay in a cabin at Halifax. Very comfortable, plenty of room. Clean and airy with everything you need for your stay."

Port Stephens Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room. with shops nearby"

Other attractions near Nelson Head Lighthouse

Shoal Bay Beach

9.2/10 (224 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Shoal Bay Beach during your trip to Shoal Bay? Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

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Little Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Little Beach during your trip to Nelson Bay? Wander through the marina and beautiful beaches in this romantic area.

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West Nelson Bay

8.6/10 (361 reviews)

During your trip to Nelson Bay, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at West Nelson Bay. Stroll along the marina or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

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Fly Point Marine Reserve

8.6/10 (137 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Fly Point Marine Reserve, a lovely green space in Nelson Bay. Stroll along the marina or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

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d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay

8.8/10 (1,102 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Nelson Bay with a trip to d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

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Dolphin Swim Australia

You can take time to visit Dolphin Swim Australia during your travels to Adelaide.

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Baptist Tabernacle

7.2/10 (31 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Nelson Bay with a visit to Baptist Tabernacle. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Nelson Head Lighthouse?

Nelson Head Lighthouse is located in an area of Nelson Bay known for its beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 297 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Nelson Head Lighthouse?

Adjacent to Nelson Head Lighthouse, Halifax Holiday Park is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. Another good option is Peninsula Nelson Bay Motel and Serviced Apartments, located just 0.5 mi (0.8 km) away.

How many hotels are there near Nelson Head Lighthouse?

Expedia has 297 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Nelson Head Lighthouse.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Nelson Head Lighthouse, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Nelson Head Lighthouse.

What can I see and do near Nelson Head Lighthouse?

Spend some time wandering around Fly Point Marine Reserve, Winda Woppa Reserve and Tomaree National Park. Dip your toes in the water at Shoal Bay Beach, Dutchmans Beach and Jimmys Beach. Be sure to get some family photos at Pelican Park, Toboggan Hill Park and Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary while you're out sightseeing near Nelson Head Lighthouse.

Hotels near Nelson Head Lighthouse

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Our top choices for Nelson Head Lighthouse hotels

1. Hotel Nelson

2. The Landmark Resort Nelson Bay

3. Oaks Nelson Bay Lure Suites

4. Seabreeze Hotel

5. Ramada Resort by Wyndham Shoal Bay

6. Nelson Bay Breeze Holiday Apartments

7. Marina Resort - Adults Only

8. Port Stephens Motel

9. Peninsula Nelson Bay Motel and Serviced Apartments

10. Lemon Tree Passage Motel

11. Anchorage Port Stephens

12. Karuah Motor Inn

13. Corlette Retreat

14. Ingenia Holidays Middle Rock

15. Karuah Riverside Motel

16. BIG4 Karuah Jetty Holiday Park

17. Tea Gardens Motel

18. Tea Gardens Hotel

19. Corlette Palms Motor Inn

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Top Nelson Head Lighthouse Hotel Reviews

Mantra Nelson Bay

Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Shoal Bay

Admiral Nelson Motor Inn

The Landmark Resort Nelson Bay

Hotel Nelson

Peninsula Nelson Bay Motel and Serviced Apartments

Halifax Holiday Park

Port Stephens Motel

Other attractions near Nelson Head Lighthouse

Shoal Bay Beach

Little Beach

West Nelson Bay

Fly Point Marine Reserve

d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay

Dolphin Swim Australia

Baptist Tabernacle

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