Top Hotels in Shoalhaven Campgrounds
- 1. Jervis Bay Holiday Park
- 2. BIG4 Ingenia Holidays Lake Conjola
- 3. Ingenia Holidays Wairo Beach
- 4. BIG4 Tasman Holiday Parks - Racecourse Beach
- 5. Jervis Bay Holiday Cabins
- 6. Ingenia Holidays Merry Beach
- 7. Discovery Parks - Ulladulla
- 8. Paperbark Camp
- 9. Holiday Haven Burrill Lake
- 10. Holiday Haven Lake Conjola
10 Campgrounds in Shoalhaven: Best hotel deals for 2023
Shoalhaven might not be the first place to come to mind when thinking of Australia—but it should be. That is if you enjoy surfing sparkling turquoise waters, immersing yourself in the verdant trails and gorges of Ben’s Walk, and exploring caverns and sea cliffs through Gosangs Tunnel. Looking for something a bit more restful? Enjoy stunning views (particularly at sunset) from the Point Perpendicular Lighthouse before feasting on local treats at one of the coastal region’s 20 vineyards.
Restaurants in Shoalhaven
1. Jervis Bay Holiday Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 388 reviews
Jervis Bay Holiday Park is a well maintained, unspoilt, privately owned park on a crystal clear waterway accessing Jervis Bay. A unique feature of the park is its own private boat ramp and brand new floating pontoon, a perfect spot to launch your boat, canoe or kayak. Why not pull up a chair, throw in a line and catch a fish from our jetty. Read a book or sit back, relax and enjoy the atmosphere. We welcome pets that are well behaved on powered and camp sites only. Let us be your base to visit the nearby beautiful beaches, cycle tracks, go fishing, swimming, bowling, golfing, scuba diving or snorkelling. Experience all this only minutes away from the park yet enjoy that relaxed South Coast pace of life that Huskisson is famous for. We boast absolute river frontage to Currumbene Creek.
Safari Glamping Tent with Bathroom
Reviewed By YTRexFirst time staying in a Holiday Park. Check in was efficient and staff gave good information. Safari Glamping Tent is good value for money and spacious, with its own bathroom facilities and heater. However, light sleepers might need to contend with noise from neighbouring tents. Not an issue with us and things quieten down after 10am. We self catered and used one of the gas bbq pits in the common area. Location is good as it is a short drive to Huskisson (restaurants and cafes) and the Hyam's Beach.
2. BIG4 Ingenia Holidays Lake Conjola
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1000 reviews
Ingenia Holidays Lake Conjola is located on the south coast of NSW, it is set on the picturesque Lake Conjola with absolute lake frontage, surrounded by the National Park and only a short walk to the beach. It is the ultimate bush and water retreat for families, couples or groups of friends looking for a relaxing and fun filled holiday! Enjoy a day by our resort style swimming pool, there's a splash park for the little kids and an amazing water play facility for the bigger kids, hire a kayak and explore beautiful Lake Conjola. The boat ramp provides easy access to the Lake where you can enjoy swimming, fishing and many water sport activities.
Run down camping area
Reviewed By pscabanDisappointed with our Lake Conjola experience. Poor weather didn't help. The park has had a lot of work done on it's facade and Pool/entertainment areas which are very classy. But go down into the camping area and it's like going into a slum. Hundreds of old onsite vans/homes - obviously old holiday vans - most uninhabited. Roads in very poor condition with potholes, dirt and puddles. Site had muddy access with poor drainage. Amenities were good and had been modernised - but no outside cleaning at all, so leaves, sticks, and quite dirty to access.
3. Ingenia Holidays Wairo Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 117 reviews
Think you’ve seen everything there is to know about holiday parks? May we introduce you to Ingenia Holidays Wairo Beach. Rated by Escape as one of the top 13 holiday parks in Australia, you only need to cross the threshold to see why. This holiday park nestled on the South Coast of New South Wales is packed with nostalgic reminders of yesteryear, with themed cabins built around a historic-themed street. Instead of the usual brick amenity buildings, you might be used to in holiday parks, at Ingenia Holidays Wairo Beach, you’ll find facilities inside set-like buildings that depict a Cobb & Co coach office, pub, general store and petrol station. When you’re not enjoying what’s on offer within the park’s footprint, step outside its surrounds onto Wairo Beach, the five-kilometre-long stretch of sand which connects Lagoon Head in the north to Lake Tabourie in the south. Swimming costumes are packing essentials all year round for this holiday park, between the surf waves of Wairo Beach, the resort-style pool or kayaking nearby to be done.
.
Reviewed By nirouladilip2Service is very poor as we need to clean the property as per the rules even though we paid for hotel no wifi access as they closed at 5 and there is no information for wifi as they shows the park and them but not access provided
4. BIG4 Tasman Holiday Parks - Racecourse Beach
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 84 reviews
Everyone’s a winner at Racecourse Beach. Hugging one of the most glorious beaches in the Shoalhaven region, this popular Bawley Point holiday park delights every age group with a blend of natural beauty and outstanding family fun. An easy drive from Sydney and Canberra, Racecourse Beach has it all – great activities for kids, sport for the energetic and delicious treats for foodies. Swim in pristine waters. Surf, snorkel, boat or fish. Sample fine dining or tour the wineries. Make new friends, explore new destinations and find new ways to restore your zest for life. Everything’s possible at Racecourse Beach – jewel of the NSW South Coast.
Worst management and staff and cleaning is minimal with really bad sites
Reviewed By AngeeeeeeeeeeeeeWe stayed here for 10 days in January 2022. When we arrived we were told that we had only booked 1 adult on the site and would need to pay xtra for the children and other adult. We asked to see our booking reference and they couldn’t find it as they changed systems being bought by Tasman parks so had to pay another $360 the manager was so rude ww had no reception to bring up our email so couldn’t sort this. We then arrived on our caravan site which was just a dust pit. I said to my husband if we get a bit of rain this is going g to turn into a mud pit. The first night we got some light rain and it just flooded the campsite as there is NO drainage and the road is a good 4 inches higher than the site we were told to do what we could like dig trenches so we did, not exactly what you expect for a camp site, maybe a national park but not a big 4/Tasman. The third night we were there a huge storm came through and we were in ankle deep mud we asked to move sites as this was unacceptable they agreed and found us another site but we were camping with friends so we squeeze both our vans on one site and they agreed to give a refund of the other site and said it will take 14 days. I have sent following emails and texts and calls with no reply. It’s now been 1 month and still o refund. The cleaning is minimal absolutely disgusting the toilets and showers, the pool had floating things and vomit in it we all ended up with ear aches. The sewage smell is foul and constant. They have poured all their money onto cabins and no drainage or new toilet facilities. Also they don’t have areas for families and young adults as it’s a family park pipeline we’re up till 1 am with music blaring and noise. They is no noise rules. So many people left early they as spoke to others in the park with the same disappointment I could go on about other things too like no Ice, no stick in the shop, It’s a beautiful location but never again would we come here or recommend it.
5. Jervis Bay Holiday Cabins
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 22 reviews
Jervis Bay Holiday Cabins are located on the pristine water ways of Sussex Inlet. Featuring three bedroom, two bedroom and two bedroom special needs fully self-contained cabins all with private balconies to sit and enjoy a good bottle of wine, whilst relaxing in one of the South Coast's most popular tourist locations. Enjoy the great outdoors with access to the river and jetty, our BBQ area or take a 2 min stroll into the centre of town. For those seeking a little adventure there is plenty to do. We can help with hire of canoes, SUP boards, boat hire, whale watching tours and the best local fishing spots.
SCAMMERS AND THEAFS
Reviewed By laura sSCAMMERS!!!! Be careful people!!!! Don't let these people steal your money!!!! I am so angry. I stayed there for 1 night with some friends and they made me pay double the price with the excuse that the transaction didn't occur. Thankfully I realized that some time after so I contacted them and explained the situation but then it became almost impossible to talk to them as they were not responding my calls or emails. I have provided them bank statements and every proof they needed but it has been over 3 months now and I still haven't got my 300 dollars back. The funny thing is that Penny, the owner, had the courage to get angry and yell at me and hanged up on me on the phone. Very frustrating. PLEASE DON'T GIVE MONEY TO THIS DISHONEST BUSINESS!!!
6. Ingenia Holidays Merry Beach
Overall Ratings
4 based on 172 reviews
Located in the small beachside town of Kioloa, wake up to the sounds of the waves crashing with mere footsteps between you and the beach at Ingenia Holidays Merry Beach. The caravan or camping experience you’ll find here is the definition of beachfront, with the choice of sites directly on Merry Beach itself for uninterrupted water views. Throughout the park, most rooms come with a view (pool or beach), whether you book a powered or unpowered camping or caravan site, or dial up the comfort with a private chalet, which range in specification from the standard poolside cabin to a two storey presidential haven. With room and site configurations to suit any size of group, bring the whole family (including pooch) to this beachside beauty on the New South Wales South Coast. If you do decide to stray from the peaceful surrounds of Ingenia Holidays Merry Beach, make the short trek to Murramarang National Park, where you can soak up nature by tackling one of the beach-hugging hiking trails. Back at home base, soak up the amenities which include a new playground and resort-style pool. While your togs and towel are definite packing essentials for this holiday park, don’t forget your camera to capture the local eastern grey kangaroos who call Merry Beach home.
The shower head surprise
Reviewed By cathy cMy partner and I have always enjoyed our time at merry beach. We decided to take the pooch with us as they now have pet friendly cabins. We booked a standard cabin ( number 8) which was ok, except for the shower. Obviously the bathroom had been newly renovated, but still had the old rusty shower head where the water sprayed every which way but down. ?♀️ byo shower head next time ?
7. Discovery Parks - Ulladulla
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 243 reviews
Discovery Parks - Ulladulla (formerly BIG4 Bungalow Holiday Park) is approximately 230km south of Sydney and approximately 200km east of Canberra through the historic townships of Bungendore and Braidwood. BIG4 Bungalow Park has absolute lake frontage to beautiful Burrill Lake and is only 1km from the surf beach at Dolphins Point. Stay awhile, relax, enjoy the park facilities and explore this special part of the South Coast. You too will see why holidaymakers have been coming here for over 80 years.
Unreasonable Company
Reviewed By 296adamnLet me start with saying the customer service of upper management within the Discovery Parks group is kind of poor. This park was originally a Big 4 Holiday Park and only recently changed to 'Discovery' 3 weeks ago. I made my booking 3 months ago when the park was under the Big 4 name on the proviso and promise by staff I would be able to use my gift cards. I understand the gift cards were for Big 4, however, I was not notified of the change in ownership and was informed on the day of check-in I was unable to use these gift cards. Speaking with the regional manager from 'Discovery' got me nowhere and I was basically told 'Too bad so sad'. This is disapointing as it left us no option to re-book any other accommodation. Now that was my first experience let me break the park down into pro's and con's: Pro's: 1. Nice location, the lake attached to the park is amazing if you have a boat or wish to hire the non-motorised watercraft. Our kids had a blast on the pedal boats and stand up paddle board. Within walking distance is also a nice calm inlet where the kids can swim safely. 2. Peaceful setting, the wildlife around the park is pretty cool both day and night. 3. Staff at the park were pretty nice. Con's: 1. Everything closes super early, the office closes at 5 which means no putt putt, hiring of watercraft, hiring of tennis raquets and the games room has a sign up saying it closes at 6:30pm. I expect during summer this time to be extended due to daylight savings - it is still daylight at 8:30pm!!!! 2. We stayed in the tree top spa lodge and the rooms feel quite dated with a musty smell to them. Porch light also did not work and no air conditioners in the bedrooms can make hot nights a little unpleasant. 3. No Wi-Fi - WTF?!? Its 2021, seriously. 4. One small pool (2 I guess if you count the small childrens wading pool). A park of this definately needs a second pool as it is always packed with everyone bumping into each other. Overall we had a good time. My list above are just some small improvements. If you want a modern park with good facilities and a larger pool with Wi-Fi then look elsewhere.
8. Paperbark Camp
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 318 reviews
Combining unique luxury tented accommodation with wonderful food & warm hospitality, Paperbark Camp is a peaceful bush retreat in beautiful Jervis Bay - think camping for grown-ups! Just over two hours drive from Sydney on the unspoilt south coast of NSW, Jervis Bay is a nature lovers paradise with spectacular coastal scenery, clear and calm water for swimming and pristine white sand beaches for strolling and relaxing on...
Beautiful location- exquisite food and amazing service from all staff!
Reviewed By trishd330This was an amazing getaway. The service from the whole staff was the best I’ve ever experienced. Staff were so friendly helpful and nothing was too much. The food was just superb. The chef was very talented. I will be returning for dinners regularly. Best restaurant in the area. Being nestled in nature and also having the luxury of a warm comfortable bed was a wonderful experience. I was concerned that I was going in late May and it would be too cold but it was perfect. A perfect getaway experience which I think I’ll do again and again. So grateful for this little piece of paradise!
9. Holiday Haven Burrill Lake
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 96 reviews
A small park with a big welcome. We are absolute lake frontage, or take an easy walk along the path directly to the lovely white sand of Burrill Beach and enjoy the amazing views across Burrill Lake to Pigeon House Mountain. Our relaxed family friendly park has the best of everything. Just off the Princes Highway, 5 minutes south of Ulladulla and 30 minutes north of Batemans Bay. Bring your boat, canoe or kayak for excellent fishing or a relaxing paddle on the lake. On weekends we have a great jumping castle, giant LEGO mat and outdoor cinema for the kids. Also available is our camp kitchen, table tennis, air hockey and big screen TV. For the School Holidays we have organised FREE activities for all the family. Retirees and grey nomads will enjoy the quiet and tranquil location of the park, while still being close to all the amenities and services of the Ulladulla and surrounding areas.
Always the best holiday
Reviewed By Anna88Li5aWe stayed 10 nights in a cabin and this is our third time back (my partner has been coming here since he was 13) My partner proposed here on the beach last April so it is a very special place for us to stay and visit. Always a lovely time with great customer service, Kerri is so lovely and accommodating atmosphere and so much to do. I’d recommend to everyone families, friends, pets and couples. From fishing, SUP, to the local produce and awesome cafes, always sad for us to leave but we look forward to coming back
10. Holiday Haven Lake Conjola
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 225 reviews
WINNERS WINNERS!! Holiday Haven Lake Conjola has just won the 2017 & 2016 "Best Holiday Park South Coast" at the recent Caravan & Camping industry awards. Holiday Haven Lake Conjola sits like a gem on the South Coast of New South Wales boasting direct access to magnificent Conjola beach a southern boundary of unspoilt bushland and absolute frontage to sparkling Lake Conjola. Holiday Haven Lake Conjola has an array of comfortable cabins, water front Safari tents and spacious tourist sites to choose from. The park also has a range of guest facilities and excellent amenities. If you like water sports you will be literally spoilt for choice! Enjoy fishing, boating, water skiing or even sailing. Perhaps just sitting and relaxing is more your speed? No problem, unwind on the banks of the beautiful lake Conjola or the perfect sands of Conjola beach.
Loved this place
Reviewed By 355jenhWe were made to feel very welcome on arrival. Our Labrador loved swimming in the lake as much as we did. The walkway to the beach is fabulous. Lots of kangaroos in the park. Park ammenities are very good and the bbq areas along the waterfront are a great place for people to meet, cook and eat dinner. Lots of day trips can be done from here if you want to explore the area.
