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Our top choices for Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruises hotels

An aerial view of a coastal area with numerous mobile homes, a beach, and several boats in the water.
A coastal landscape with a beach, a forested hill, and a clear view of the ocean.
A spacious living area with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a ceiling fan, and a television.
A modern mobile home with a covered porch, a small deck, and a sign indicating the unit number.

1. Shoal Bay Holiday Park

Shoal Bay Holiday Park
2.2 km from Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruises
Australia
Marcia
P9,732
P10,706 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Shoal Bay Holiday Park
A hotel with a sign indicating no vacancy, 24-hour check-in, heated pool, and internet kiosk.
A couple walking outside a restaurant with outdoor seating, wooden pergolas, and a sign that reads "The Little."
A person standing on a bridge overlooking a beach and ocean.
A sauna area with wooden benches and large copper barrels, white brick walls, and a straw ceiling.

2. Hotel Nelson

Hotel Nelson
0.5 km from Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruises
Australia
Annie
P9,647
P9,647 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Hotel Nelson
A hotel with a covered outdoor area, a swimming pool, and potted plants.
A two-story building with a covered front porch, a dining area visible through the open door, and a well-lit entrance.
A reception area with a glass door, potted plants, a sculpture, and a sign indicating a quiet zone.
A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a nightstand, a table with a bottle of champagne and a glass, and two wall-mounted light fixtures.

3. Admiral Nelson Motor Inn

Admiral Nelson Motor Inn
1.1 km from Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruises
Australia
Christine
P7,140
P7,854 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Admiral Nelson Motor Inn
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a swimming pool, and a multi-story building with balconies.
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 modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

4. The Landmark Resort Nelson Bay

The Landmark Resort Nelson Bay
0.7 km from Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruises
Australia
Bernadette
P9,477
P10,425 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
The Landmark Resort Nelson Bay
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with balconies and palm trees.
A modern apartment building with multiple balconies and a view of a pool area.
A modern building with a sign reading "mantra aqua" in front.
A modern kitchen with a large island, dining area with chairs, and a sofa.

5. Mantra Nelson Bay

Mantra Nelson Bay
0.6 km from Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruises
Australia
Dina
P13,935
P15,328 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Mantra Nelson Bay
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 hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a view of the city and sea.
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a white coffee table, and a grey sofa.

6. Oaks Nelson Bay Lure Suites

Oaks Nelson Bay Lure Suites
0.8 km from Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruises
Australia
sashi
P8,336
P9,170 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Oaks Nelson Bay Lure Suites
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 modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a large window.
A balcony with a wooden table and a white chair, a white fence, and trees in the background.

7. Seabreeze Hotel

Seabreeze Hotel
0.4 km from Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruises
Australia
daniel
P6,910
P7,602 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Seabreeze Hotel
A swimming pool with a water fountain, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.
A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, a sandy beach, and a clear blue sky.
A dining area with a long table set for a meal, wooden chairs, and a hanging light fixture.
A beachfront hotel with multiple buildings, a sandy beach, and clear water.

8. Ramada Resort by Wyndham Shoal Bay

Ramada Resort by Wyndham Shoal Bay
2.6 km from Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruises
Australia
John
P8,336
P9,170 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Ramada Resort by Wyndham Shoal Bay
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a covered seating area, and a building labeled "Bay Breeze Loft Apartments".
A coastal view with a white picket fence, a well-maintained lawn, and a building with an 'AMANTI' sign.
A room with wicker furniture, a small white table with a plant, and a bed with a blue blanket.
A coastal viewpoint with a paved walkway and metal railing overlooking the sea and green hills.

9. Nelson Bay Breeze Holiday Apartments

Nelson Bay Breeze Holiday Apartments
0.5 km from Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruises
Australia
Reenal Riti
P13,961
P15,357 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Nelson Bay Breeze Holiday Apartments
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.

10. Marina Resort - Adults Only

Marina Resort - Adults Only
0.2 km from Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruises
Australia
Julia
P10,089
P11,097 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Marina Resort - Adults Only
An aerial view of a coastal area with a sandy beach, a cluster of buildings, and two prominent islands in the background.
A neatly made bed with white bedding and striped pillows, a small bedside table, and a door leading to an outdoor balcony.
A coastal property with two detached houses, a sandy beach, and a clear view of the sea.
A modern living room with a TV, a sofa, and a glass door leading to a balcony.

11. Halifax Holiday Park

Halifax Holiday Park
1.4 km from Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruises
Australia
Anthony
P13,123
P14,435 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Halifax Holiday Park
A coastal landscape with a beach, clear blue waters, and a hilly terrain.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a table, and a painting on the wall.
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.

12. Port Stephens Motel

Port Stephens Motel
0.2 km from Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruises
Australia
daniel
P7,237
P7,961 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Port Stephens Motel
A balcony with a table, chairs, and a bed.
A modern living room with a sofa, a small table, a ceiling fan, and a TV on the wall.
A rooftop pool with a view of the marina and ocean.
An aerial view of a coastal marina with boats docked, surrounded by residential buildings and natural landscapes.

13. Nelson Towers Motel & Apartments

Nelson Towers Motel & Apartments
0.4 km from Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruises
Australia
Marilyn
P8,097
P8,907 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Nelson Towers Motel & Apartments
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a painting of a beach scene, and a wooden headboard.
A modern dining area with a white table, brown chairs, and a wooden bench. A large mirror is on the wall, and a staircase with carpeted steps is visible.
A swimming pool with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and palm trees.
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

14. Peninsula Nelson Bay Motel and Serviced Apartments

Peninsula Nelson Bay Motel and Serviced Apartments
1.2 km from Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruises
Australia
Nikolaj
P7,144
P7,858 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Peninsula Nelson Bay Motel and Serviced Apartments
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by boats and a scenic view.
A bedroom with a large window overlooking a marina with boats and a rocky breakwater.
A marina with multiple boats docked, a large house with a swimming pool, and a rocky coastline.
A dining area with a view of the marina, large windows, and hanging pendant lights.

15. Anchorage Port Stephens

Anchorage Port Stephens
3.9 km from Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruises
Australia
Elaine
P16,118
P17,730 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Anchorage Port Stephens
A campsite with three tents, surrounded by dense greenery and trees.
A treehouse with a balcony, a ceiling fan, and a window.
A sign for the Koala Sanctuary in Port Stephens.
A bedroom with a large bed, a smaller bed, a chair, a desk, and a balcony with a view.

16. Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary

Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary
6.1 km from Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruises
Australia
Catherine
P9,161
P10,077 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary
A balcony with a wicker chair, a round wooden table, and a potted plant.
A dining area with wicker chairs and a table, surrounded by potted plants and cacti on the wall.
A modern poolside area with a glass balustrade, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.
A modern living room with a wooden reception desk, a grey armchair, and a small round table with a tray of items.

17. Bannisters Port Stephens

Bannisters Port Stephens
7.1 km from Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruises
Australia
Barbara
P13,119
P14,431 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Bannisters Port Stephens
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.

18. Corlette Retreat

Corlette Retreat
4 km from Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruises
Australia
lyndsay
P7,020
P7,020 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Corlette Retreat
A modern kitchen with a grey sofa and a small round table, large windows with a view of trees, and a wooden deck outside.
A modern living room with a dining area, large windows, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A modern interior with a grey sofa, a small round table, and a view of an outdoor deck with chairs.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden ceiling, and a large window.

19. Reflections Jimmys Beach - Holiday Park

Reflections Jimmys Beach - Holiday Park
5.5 km from Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruises
Australia
Paul
P7,108
P7,108 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Reflections Jimmys Beach - Holiday Park
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.
A covered outdoor area with a row of wooden benches, a brick wall, and a white SUV parked nearby.
A room with a beige sofa, a white table, and a potted plant.
An outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and a table, surrounded by a brick wall and a covered patio.

20. Karuah Motor Inn

Karuah Motor Inn
18.6 km from Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruises
Australia
tanya m
P6,701
P7,371 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Karuah Motor Inn
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Compare popular hotels close to Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruises

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
An aerial view of a coastal area with numerous mobile homes, a beach, and several boats in the water.
Shoal Bay Holiday Park
9.4
Exceptional
220 reviews
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A hotel with a sign indicating no vacancy, 24-hour check-in, heated pool, and internet kiosk.
Hotel Nelson
9.2
Wonderful
1,002 reviews
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A hotel with a covered outdoor area, a swimming pool, and potted plants.
Admiral Nelson Motor Inn
9.0
Wonderful
448 reviews
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A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.
The Landmark Resort Nelson Bay
8.6
Excellent
1,001 reviews
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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with balconies and palm trees.
Mantra Nelson Bay
8.6
Excellent
1,636 reviews
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Top Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruises Hotel Reviews

Marina Resort - Adults Only

Marina Resort - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing beautiful"
Adrian 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Marina Resort - Adults Only
Peninsula Nelson Bay Motel and Serviced Apartments

Peninsula Nelson Bay Motel and Serviced Apartments

10/10 Excellent
"I had a great stay. The staff were friendly, the room was clean, and the beds were comfortable. I can definitely recommend this place, whether you’re staying for just one night or maybe a bit longer. The TV in the room even had streaming services available."
Nikolaj 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Peninsula Nelson Bay Motel and Serviced Apartments
Mantra Nelson Bay

Mantra Nelson Bay

10/10 Excellent
"Great location, easy walk to shops, beach, golf course and restaurants."
Dina 4-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Mantra Nelson Bay
Oaks Nelson Bay Lure Suites

Oaks Nelson Bay Lure Suites

8/10 Good
"Great situation secure parking ,easy walk to restaurants,a lot of traffic noise in our room but we were up early and out"
Roy 2-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Oaks Nelson Bay Lure Suites
The Landmark Resort Nelson Bay

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"
John 2-night trip
Posted 12 days ago
The Landmark Resort Nelson Bay
Seabreeze Hotel

Seabreeze Hotel

8/10 Good
"Stayed just for the night with my partner! Service was lovely and the place was ever convenient being above the pub and close to shops, bars ect. Rooms were clean and quiet, tv was very far from the bed and obstructed by a ceiling light and very small but overall lovely"
Annie 1-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Seabreeze Hotel
Port Stephens Motel

Port Stephens Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room. with shops nearby"
Anita 1-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Port Stephens Motel
Nelson Towers Motel & Apartments

Nelson Towers Motel & Apartments

8/10 Good
"Very close to information centre, Marina and town centre. Not great view of bay because of all the buildings in front. The only cooking facilities was an air fryer and a microwave. No face to face with staff, all communication was done via text . The apartment itself was very comfortable."
Linda 3-night trip
Posted 4 months ago
Nelson Towers Motel & Apartments

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d'Albora Marinas Nelson Bay

8.8/10 (1,102 reviews)
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Dolphin Swim Australia

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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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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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Nelson Bay Golf Club

8.6/10 (275 reviews)
Enjoy a round of golf in Nelson Bay at Nelson Bay Golf Club. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
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West Nelson Bay

8.6/10 (361 reviews)
During your trip to Nelson Bay, you can search for that perfect souvenir at West Nelson Bay. Stroll along the marina or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
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Little Beach

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruises?
Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruises is located in Nelson Bay. This family-friendly area is known for its beautiful beaches and golfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 441 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruises?
Adjacent to Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruises, Marina Resort - Adults Only is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data. Other good choices close by include Mantra Nelson Bay and The Landmark Resort Nelson Bay.
How many hotels are there near Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruises?
Expedia has 441 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruises.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruises, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruises.
What can I see and do near Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruises?
Sights like Nelson Head Lighthouse and Point Stephens Lighthouse highlight some of the local culture. Get outside and spend some time strolling around Fly Point Marine Reserve, Tomaree National Park, and Toboggan Hill Park. Dutchmans Beach, Shoal Bay Beach, and Jimmys Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay.