Escape to the blue lagoon magic of Salamander Bay

If you like planning your holidays ahead of time, whether it’s Christmas, Easter, or a weekend escape, and Port Stephens is on your radar, we have a hot accommodation tip. 

Tucked away in the quiet seaside suburb of Salamander Bay, removed from the hustle and bustle of Port Stephens’ busier areas, is the Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort.

On entering the property, the exterior gives little away, that being a tranquil resort setting, with an incredible lagoon pool that recently underwent an extensive renovation, and happens to be one of the largest pools in the southern hemisphere.

Set amongst sandy beaches, and nearby national parks, Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort provides guests with the opportunity to do as little, or as much, exploring of the area as they wish. A short drive will have you shopping the Nelson Bay strip, hiking up Mount Tomaree, or snorkelling Fly Point. 

If lounging by the pool is, however, more your style, you’ve come to the right place.

Offering guests spacious, contemporary style rooms that cover all group sizes, one bedders right up to three bedroom apartments, our stay was in one of the two-bedroom lagoon rooms, which featured its own fully equipped kitchenette, private courtyard, and very conveniently, direct access to the lagoon pool.

Wandering the hotel grounds you’ll find a range of active experiences. If you’re up for it, you can hit the gym, unwind in the heated spa or steam room, have a hit on the tennis court, or relax in the onsite restaurant for a drink and bite to eat.

The highlight is, let's be honest, the lagoon pool. Guests are drawn to swim, paddle, or just float around in absolute serenity, taking in the lush resort grounds, and occasionally dipping into the warm jacuzzi waters. 

If a relaxing retreat is what you’re looking for, Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort is the perfect recharge escape. 

HUNTERhunter stayed as a guest of Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort.