Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Nelson Bay travel guide

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You're Going to Love Nelson Bay

With a population of 6,096, Nelson Bay is a must-see destination in New South Wales, Australia. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Nelson Bay to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit Nelson Bay

Nelson Bay in June
Estimated hotel price
C$ 161
1 night at 3-star hotel
Nelson Bay in June
Estimated hotel price
C$ 161
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Nelson Bay

Plane

Although Nelson Bay doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Newcastle Williamtown (NTL), which is located 19 miles from Nelson Bay. The shortest flight to Nelson Bay from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 29h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Nelson Bay is to pick up a car rental from Sydney, which is about 97 miles from Nelson Bay. You’ll find branches of No Birds and Simba Car Hire, among others, in Sydney.

Plane

Although Nelson Bay doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Newcastle Williamtown (NTL), which is located 19 miles from Nelson Bay. The shortest flight to Nelson Bay from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 29h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Nelson Bay is to pick up a car rental from Sydney, which is about 97 miles from Nelson Bay. You’ll find branches of No Birds and Simba Car Hire, among others, in Sydney.

Airports near Nelson Bay

TROTaree
PQQPort Macquarie
NTLNewcastle Williamtown

Airlines serving Nelson Bay

KLM
Good (1,537 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,981 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,745 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,612 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,418 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,572 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (228 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,957 reviews)
China Southern
Good (158 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,061 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (653 reviews)
Jetstar
Good (553 reviews)
Virgin Australia
Good (463 reviews)
Air Niugini
Okay (3 reviews)
Link Airways
Rex
Excellent (28 reviews)
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Where to stay in Nelson Bay

Average rates range from around C$ 190 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 542 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Nelson Bay

Most booked hotels in Nelson Bay

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Marina Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 168+
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Hotel Nelson
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 150+
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The Landmark Resort Nelson Bay
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
C$ 147+
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Renting a car in Nelson Bay

Expect to pay C$ 1.60 per litre in Nelson Bay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 19.20 and C$ 25.60.

Expect to pay C$ 1.60 per litre in Nelson Bay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 19.20 and C$ 25.60.