| some have fridges (or minifridges) and most have balconies. suites add features such as kitchenettes or kitchens, and sitting areas (some with sofabeds). simply decorated accommodations range from motel rooms to 3-bedroom penthouses. all have flat-screen tvs, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. a 3-minute walk from jimmys beach, this relaxed hotel is 2 km from both hawks nest golf club and the koala reserve. amenities include a heated pool with a water slide and an adjacent hot tub. there's also a bbq area, and a casual restaurant with a terrace. bikes and surf boards are available. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am
Newcastle Airport 47 min
Tomaree Head (1 hr 19)
Peninsula with sandy beaches & hiking trails up bush-clad mountains for sweeping ocean views. Broughton Island (16 min)
Tiny, rugged island with abundant bird & marine life, tranquil coves & simple campsites. d'Albora Marinas (1 hr 7) Samurai Nudist Beach (1 hr 7)
Popular clothing-optional beach & 4x4 driving rally destination, with a campground. Worimi Conservation Lands (1 hr 7)
Aboriginal-owned park with guided dune tours, sand boarding, beach fishing & horseback riding. Tomaree Head Summit walk (1 hr 12)
Short, steep hiking trail leading to lookout platforms with expansive bay & island views. Irukandji Shark & Ray Encounters (56 min) Oakfield Ranch Camel Rides (1 hr 2)
Camel-riding trails over rolling dunes & along the shore, with an option to pre-book sunset tours. Gan Gan Lookout (1 hr 4)
Accessible by car, this prominent viewpoint offers expansive views of Nelson Bay & beyond. Tomaree National Park (1 hr 10)
Located on the traditional land of the Worimi People, this coastal park has many volcanic features. Toboggan Hill Park (1 hr 2)
Fun park featuring a toboggan run, mini-golf, water-balloon launchers, a giant maze & more. Tomaree Mountain (1 hr 21)
Guided tours are offered to the top of this mountain featuring ocean views & marine life sightings. Zenith Beach (1 hr 13)
Modest, sandy cove between mountains, with clear water, rock formations & surfing waves. One Mile Beach (1 hr 7)
Popular recreational beach for surfers & families, with sand dunes & picnic areas. Jimmys Beach (15 min)
Tranquil, scenic beach in a sheltered setting with calm water & a stretch of sand for long walks. | 
