| the laid-back rooms provide free wi-fi, flat-screen tvs and minifridges, plus tea and coffeemaking facilities. other amenities include a relaxed bistro, a lively pub, a riverside beer garden and a kids' play area, as well as a game room with a pool table. parking is complimentary. family rooms add bunk beds. breakfast and bike rentals are available. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am. overlooking the myall river, this simple hotel is 2 km from hawks nest golf club and 3 km from the serene jimmys beach
Newcastle Airport 42 min
Tomaree Head (1 hr 14)
Peninsula with sandy beaches & hiking trails up bush-clad mountains for sweeping ocean views. Jimmys Beach (5 min)
Tranquil, scenic beach in a sheltered setting with calm water & a stretch of sand for long walks. Tomaree Mountain (1 hr 17)
Guided tours are offered to the top of this mountain featuring ocean views & marine life sightings. Zenith Beach (1 hr 9)
Modest, sandy cove between mountains, with clear water, rock formations & surfing waves. Gan Gan Lookout (1 hr)
Accessible by car, this prominent viewpoint offers expansive views of Nelson Bay & beyond. Tomaree National Park (1 hr 6)
Located on the traditional land of the Worimi People, this coastal park has many volcanic features. Tomaree Head Summit walk (1 hr 8)
Short, steep hiking trail leading to lookout platforms with expansive bay & island views. Irukandji Shark & Ray Encounters (52 min) One Mile Beach (1 hr 2)
Popular recreational beach for surfers & families, with sand dunes & picnic areas. d'Albora Marinas (1 hr 2) Toboggan Hill Park (58 min)
Fun park featuring a toboggan run, mini-golf, water-balloon launchers, a giant maze & more. Oakfield Ranch Camel Rides (57 min)
Camel-riding trails over rolling dunes & along the shore, with an option to pre-book sunset tours. Worimi Conservation Lands (1 hr 2)
Aboriginal-owned park with guided dune tours, sand boarding, beach fishing & horseback riding. Samurai Nudist Beach (1 hr 2)
Popular clothing-optional beach & 4x4 driving rally destination, with a campground. Broughton Island (16 min)
Tiny, rugged island with abundant bird & marine life, tranquil coves & simple campsites. | 
