Top Hotels in Pacific Coast Australia Campgrounds
- 1. Halifax Holiday Park
- 2. NRMA Port Macquarie Breakwall Holiday Park
- 3. Shoal Bay Holiday Park
- 4. Fingal Bay Holiday Park
- 5. Woolgoolga Lakeside Holiday Park
- 6. Glen Villa Resort
- 7. Glenwood Tourist Park & Motel
- 8. Woolgoolga Beach Holiday Park
- 9. Seaside Holiday Resort Fingal Bay
- 10. The Clog Barn Holiday Park
Top Things to do in Pacific Coast Australia
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Discover the best Campgrounds in Pacific Coast Australia, New South Wales including Halifax Holiday Park, NRMA Port Macquarie Breakwall Holiday Park, Shoal Bay Holiday Park, Fingal Bay Holiday Park, Woolgoolga Lakeside Holiday Park, Glen Villa Resort, Glenwood Tourist Park & Motel, Woolgoolga Beach Holiday Park, Seaside Holiday Resort Fingal Bay, The Clog Barn Holiday Park.
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1. Halifax Holiday Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 556 reviews
Halifax Holiday Park is located on a peninsula between two beautiful beaches. Little Beach and Shoal Bay boasts crystal clear water, white sandy shores and gentle waves. The park is a favourite for all boating enthusiasts with an easy access boat ramp, calm waters and an excellent marina nearby. Halifax is the largest and most diverse dive site in Port Stephens therefore Fly Point is a must see with the stunning underwater gardens for scuba divers and snorklers. Just minutes away is the triving business and entertainment hub of the blue water paradise, Nelson Bay.
Very clean and great place
Reviewed By aliaJ6793DMVery clean and great place Loved the place, amenities super clean Right next to shoal bay beach which looks amazing Lost of other people with caravans as well Not a fan of how they charge per person for the same powered site tho
2. NRMA Port Macquarie Breakwall Holiday Park
Overall Ratings
4 based on 241 reviews
The NRMA Port Macquarie Breakwall Holiday Park is a beautifully landscaped waterfront property, centrally located in Port Macquarie. The park boasts arguably the best holiday location in Port Macquarie bordered by the beach, the city centre and the Hastings River. The park features a range of accommodation with cabins with large balconies and water views, large grassy powered sites and shady unpowered tent sites. The park has all the facilities needed to ensure a comfortable stay for the whole family – including the family dog, with pet-friendly powered sites available.
Beware with staying here. Terrible customer service.
Reviewed By amanda dPort Macquarie My husband and I booked a group trip to go away. Upon booking Robert booked in and advised that he will be bringing a boat. Robert and Peter had booked in earlier then us. Camron and I left in the morning to drive from our house to port Macquarie. We parked out the front and we had arrived early. I said to my husband I’m sure they will let us check in early if we pay for the night before. I said it’s fine just pay for an extra day. We knew that our site was vacant because it was next to rob. My husband parked out the front and was nervous because this was the first time towing the van. My husband went inside to check in to explain and they had no compassion and didn’t hear him out. They declined him paying extra money to arrive early. He became frustrated and he did say something like oh come on are you serious it’s like half an hour.Nothing more was said by them. They said you have to come back later. My husband went back and checked in at the time they said. Days into our stay a lady not sure of her name came looking for the owner of the boat. We advised it’s rob. The lady kept calling Peter Rob. We explained no rob isn’t here he is at the shop. Nothing more was said. She then came back again looking for him. Requesting this time that he remove the boat. Robert questioned why this was a hazard and why he wasn’t advised of this and had never heard of such a thing from a caravan park. Robert requested that he speak to the manager because he didn’t want for his boat to be away from him on another site at the other end of the park or he didn’t want to have to have the boat on the car roof everywhere. We had also seen the reviews where it said that items had been previously stolen from this park as the boom gate was left up all night. The lady left. The people across from us came over and said what was that all about. Robert even said to the couple was that ok I wasn’t rude. They said no u were not. Dawn then arrived to where we were staying. She came back to say that we had made the poor girl cry. He said he hadn’t and we were all witness to this. Robert questioned again his options. She advised that the boat must be put back on the car or another site. Robert said can you please write a letter to say that you will be liable if anything happens to the boat. Dawn replied no. She came down looking for a fight without getting the information. Robert questioned why are they the only ones that have to follow the boat rule. Boats,trailers and canoes were all around us. She kept going and going. Robert said fine he Will put the boat back on the car. He said I will be writing a review. She said yeh good me as well. Robert said I didn’t say a bad one. Her husband laughed at this. She then said to my husband oh you were the one that was up at the office swearing your head off at all my staff. He said what are you talking about. She kept going and going at him and following him as he was walking away. He did say to Dawn you know what I didn’t swear up at the office but f u now. She threatened to kick us out she said she will speak with her manager to get this done we are gone. My mother in law said good I want to speak to your manager. She said I’m speaking to my manager yous are gone. My mother in law then said just go away your making it worse. She walked over and shaped up to my mother in law In Her face mind you during Covid with no mask on. She said to my mother in law with her teeth grinded. Dnt you tell me what to do. Dawn’s husband stood witness to this all with a smirk on his face. She finally left yelling out to the whole park I will have u evicted. We were all in disbelief of what had just happen. The people staying across from us even come over to say that what happened was not on. I said to my husband even though she was kept going at you and was following you, you shouldn’t have sworn at her he agreed. I started packing up the van. Camron said no you know what I’m going up to them and I will see what is happening. He went into the office and they both apologized to each other and agreed it became escalated. Dawn also at this time said that when the lady asked where rob was the first time we said that he has gone for a sh#t. But this was not true we said shop we would not be that illmannered. They left amicable nothing more said. Although we felt uncomfortable we thought we will see out our holidays. We knew that if we left early we were not going to be able to get a refund. In the following days all around us we seen boats all around us on the ground. We took photos of this because we couldn’t believe how many we seen.Since that I did write some of this In The satisfaction email when I received it but never received a response. You could imagine my suprise when I phone to book in for another holiday to be advised I have been blacklisted. I questioned why We had been blacklisted she said because you are. I said I want to know the reason she put me on hold and said because of the incident that happened. I said so when were we going to be notified. She said that we are blacklisted and I dnt have to let you know. I said I dnt understand I would like to speak to a manager. She said she is the manager. I said you must have someone above you she said I’m the manager of the park and that’s how it is. I said I want to know how this come about. She said I talked with my manager to get you blacklisted. I said to her i thought u said you didn’t have a manager she said yes I do. I said well I would like to speak to her. She said no you can’t. She goes you can send an email I said no I’m on the phone to you right now why do I have to send an email can’t u get her to call me. She said no. I kept asking for the exact reason we were blacklisted she said your so passive aggressive you were there figure it out. It sounded like she had moved in her office to have an audience. She yells out dnt you swear at me Out of nowhere I said are you serious I have not sworn at you once I have my three kids here. She said well your probably like your husband swearing at me. She hung up on me. I phoned back because I wanted to know who I was talking to so I could write a formal complaint. The lady on the front desk put me back through to her for someone reason. She said look what do you want u just want a fight I said I want ur name and the exact reason that we were blacklisted. I said I think that’s a fair question. . I also said I wanted to know if she was the lady involved with what happened on site With her shaping up to my mother in law. I questioned why were we being victimized because others had boats with no issue. I advised I have the photos to prove. Dawn has poor management style kept aggravating the situation and she needs more management training. I said to her if we were so threatening and aggressive why weren’t we asked to leave immediately and told that we are getting blacklisted. Her reply was she chose for us to see out ur stay. She said that she had called you in the meantime and that you will call me. So why did she tell me absolutely you won’t call me without an email but then she got straight on the phone to you. She said to me no you asked for her details I said no I didn’t. I know customer service and I asked for you to call me not for someone’s private details. I believe she didn’t want us to go and give us a refund. I told her she was an absolute liar because she made out I swore at her. She also lied because she told me that no one was above her. She said you just keep going I’m writing all this down. I will call my manager right now again. I said if your going to call her again now why dnt you just get her to call me also. I wish that I had of recorded the conversation. I am clearly not the only one with issues. According to google the boat issue has happened just 6 months ago with someone else. Dawn also admitted that more training is needed. Amber Wilson and Geoff Jones in reviews have also complained about the management style. I am very disappointed how this has all been handled and now I feel like our names are being tarnished. I really want to take this matter further because the way me and my family has been treated is not on. If I knew we were blacklisted I would have followed this all up sooner but as I said my husband left the meeting with Dawn in a what we thought was a good place. Also should this have not been in writing or over the phone to avoid the escalation face to face in the park in front of everyone. When she first come looking for rob and couldn’t find him because he was at the shop. Why wasn’t he called ? Also maybe her husband shouldn’t be someone that is a witness as this is a bit bias. I have also previously stayed at other parks before including NRMA and have not had any issues.
3. Shoal Bay Holiday Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 373 reviews
Shoal Bay Holiday Park is directly opposite one of the most beautiful beaches on the east coast of Australia. The gentle, aquamarine waters & clean white sand of Shoal Bay provide a perfect swimming beach that the kids will love and within just two minutes walk, you'll find the beachside village of Shoal Bay with cafes, shops, restaurants & clubs. Facilities include:* half size tennis / basketball court* conference room* camp kitchen* games room* playground* disabled assisted living cabin* BBQs* guest laundry* school holiday activities program* powered sites* luxury one and two bedroom cabins.
Michael and Julien Holiday
Reviewed By Michael James TNice park, close to the beach and attractions, with plenty of space for kids to play. Great walk to Mt Tomaree with spectacular views, especially the morning sunrise. Cabin rooms were good, neat and tidy, shower pressure was great. Bed was super soft. Kitchen area was small but very useful.
4. Fingal Bay Holiday Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 370 reviews
Fingal Bay Holiday Park is surrounded by National Park and across the road from a patrolled surfing beach. Fingal Bay Holiday Park is just 10 minutes from the heart of Nelson Bay and a stones throw away from Shoal Bay.Fingal Bay Holiday Park offers all the convenience of a first class holiday resort in a stunning natural bushland setting. Go troppo in our resort pool, cook up a storm in the camp kitchen or stay in self-contained luxury such as the brand new 3 bedroom Surf Villas. Facilities:* resort style swimming pool* recreation / games room* children's playground* picnic areas with free BBQs* guest laundry* camp kitchen* school holiday activities program* basic cabins to luxury 3 bedroom villas* disabled luxury 3 bedroom villa.
Filthy Ensuite Site.
Reviewed By Suzanne HThis is a well positioned park opposite a beautiful beach and the drive thru site was great for the motorhome, the reason for the 2 star review was the filthy state of the ensuite. Paying over $100 a night for a site I at least expected a clean toilet and shower (ensuite toilet had the usual paper seal which showed it had supposedly been cleaned). As we were a late check in and the office was closed we had to clean and disinfect the toilet and shower using our own supplies before anyone could use it. We had just arrived from a stay at Shoal Bay Holiday Park where we also had an ensuite site, which was perfectly clean as was the beautiful entire park.
5. Woolgoolga Lakeside Holiday Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 130 reviews
"The perfect tranquil escape!" Hidden away beside a tranquil coastal lagoon and beach, you will feel the serenity wash over you at Woolgoolga Lakeside Holiday Park. This small, peaceful park is particularly adored by retirees and families with young children. Pets are welcome at most times of the year*. Sit for hours on the verandah of the Waterview Villas overlooking the serene lake or unwind on a quiet site close to both the lake and the beach. You can also relax with a spot of fishing or go for a walk along the untouched beach. Enjoy our modern amenities and well-maintained grounds and BBQ’s at this hidden gem of a holiday park.
Read this if your caravanning
Reviewed By Jewel236This is a difficult review because the staff are very amiable, the amenities great & super clean, the location is 5 star BUT the caravan sites are ridiculously small. It feels as though you're all on top of one another and there's barely room for both your annexe & car. Ingress & egress is difficult if the park is busy and could be challenging if you're not super confident on backing in. WiFi remains an issue despite management saying they were addressing it several years ago.
6. Glen Villa Resort
Overall Ratings
4 based on 605 reviews
Glen Villa Resort is a quiet, green oasis, a caravan park with a difference, catering for couples and mature groups. Boasting 40 deluxe cabins, 5 spa cabins, 6 holiday huts and an array of powered and unpowered camping and caravanning sites, Glen Villa Resort has you covered. Either laze by our beautiful salt water pool and spa or take a 5 minute walk to Byron Bay beach. We are situated just 400m from the lively Byron Bay CBD and 150m from the market grounds, the Glen Villa Resort is the perfect destination for your next getaway, come and relax with us you will not be disappointed. Stroll just 5 minutes down the road and you will have at your finger tips all that Byron Bay has to offer. Ask the friendly staff for information on what to do and where to go. And after a long day, when you’ve had enough, it is just a short stroll to return to our quiet, peaceful oasis that is the Glen Villa Resort.
Clean park and good location
Reviewed By Elisams5Cabin were small for the price $150 night, beds were good, air-con worked well. Good size ? TV. Very quiet park in terms of no noises guests during my stay,so quiet, found it strange no children here, no playground! Small pool but nice. What bother me with the cabin, was right next to toilet and shower block, so the outside lights are on the whole night and shined through the side window. For a week stayed, you would think they put me in another cabin. Didn't mention it as couldn't be bother to move after day 1. I found this park good location, short walk to shops, through the side lane of the bus port. The staff were nice and helpful if you needed anything! I found the park quiet boring and Byron wasn't the place for me, not sure what the fuss is about Byron! Beach were average and cafe very tactic looking, Woolworths centre was nice to visit. Some nice looking clothes shop! Been all around Australia, Byron would have to be my least favorite place and that's a week I won't get back ?
7. Glenwood Tourist Park & Motel
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 189 reviews
NEW MANAGERS Newly Renovated Motel Rooms with large tv's and private bathroom. Our Powered Caravan sites are large and can cater for any size van or motorhome. We have plenty of unpowered sites also. You can choose between grass sites or grass and concrete slabs, the choice is yours. Our pool is clean and refreshing with a small kids pool with reclining chairs and a grassed area. The park is a little oasis with lots of palm trees giving it that tropical feel. Our Cabins range from doubles or family, single workers units and some pet friendly cabins. You need to ring immediately after booking online to advise of a pet as rooms are limited and there is a pet fee that applies. Quiet time is between 10:00pm and 6:00am and we appreciate everyone enjoying themselves but being respectful of others and the noise limit. Come enjoy the peace and tranquility at Glenwood Tourist Park & Motel. Cheers Darren & Tracylee
Perfect budget stopover
Reviewed By Jaron2101Ideal stopover for a long trip. Rated highly as budget stopover. Stayed in a standard double room in the hotel section of the place. The room was larger than expected. Comfy double bed, bar fridge, good strong shower, shampoo and soaps, table to sit/eat on. Reception has a selection of food, drinks and ice. It is an old place, but is looking well maintained and functioning. Will be using as a stopover in the future for sure.
8. Woolgoolga Beach Holiday Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 149 reviews
Woolgoolga Beach Holiday Park is a great family holiday destination with absolute beach frontage - on the beautiful Woolgoolga Beach. The park is located in the centre of town with friendly cafes, a variety of restaurants, service clubs and surf shops. The Woolgoolga town is famous for its Indian community and Sikh temples which are open to visitors on weekends. The Park has modern Ocean View Villas with sunny veranda's over looking the beach and surf club. The facilities include powered sites with beach views, modern camp kitchen with herb garden and large children's playground. The park is ideal for motorhomes and Caravanners who love to have everything they need within walking distance. The Woolgoolga shopping village is just a short stroll away with supermarket, variety shops, great restaurants, cafes and town swimming pool. The Woolgoolga Headland offers the perfect viewing spot to see migrating Humpback Whales passing along the coast between May and November. Dolphins are often seen playing in the waves at Woolgoolga Beach. About 4km inland are Sherwood Nature Reserve and Woolgoolga Picnic Area.
Wonderful weekend getaway
Reviewed By Lynne BExtremely happy with the beachfront villa. Only a few footsteps to the ocean! Very quiet, clean holiday park All you need in one location - just park the car with the village shops & cafes across the road With friendly & helpful staff to greet you at reception I would highly recommend this park to anyone
9. Seaside Holiday Resort Fingal Bay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 47 reviews
Seaside Holiday Resort offers 54 two-bedroom & 6 three-bedroom self-contained units - including six easy access wheelchair accessible units that can sleep up to six guests. We aim to ensure that every guest’s stay is as enjoyable as possible. We are committed to providing suitable access for all our guests, whatever their individual needs. We’re proud to say that in 2019 we were accredited as a Quality Tourism Accredited Business.
clean and easy
Reviewed By L3168RBmarcorGreat location within walking distance to SLSC and Sportsmans club. Rooms are clean and everything there you need to be self sufficient. Highly recommended. just a 20 min walk to Shole Bay. Reception are friendly and very helpful .
10. The Clog Barn Holiday Park
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 51 reviews
The Clog Barn is a tourist destination which includes clog making demonstrations daily, a model Dutch village and Big Oma's Coffee House. You can stay with us in our affordable accommodation - we have cabins that can fit up to 7 people! We are close to town and also to the main shopping centre in Coffs Harbour (Park Beach Plaza). Guests can also swim the in the world's only clog shaped pool.
Rude management
Reviewed By natoatesThere's no excuse for rudeness, which I experienced twice at the clog barn. I ordered a iced chocolate, I asked if it was possible to swap the cream for extra ice-cream. The girl serving said that was fine, but when I paid, I was charged a lot extra for the ice cream. The girl was very sorry, she said the manager made her do it. No-one thought to mention this to me, which was an issue when I had to pay. On a separate occasion, I sent an email with an enquiry. They never bothered to reply.
