Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort - Salamander Bay

4.5-star resort with Australia's largest lagoon-style swimming pool in Salamander Bay

Amenities

Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort in Salamander Bay offers Australia's largest lagoon-style swimming pool, winding through the resort grounds. For serious swimmers, a 25-metre heated lap pool is available alongside two heated spa pools. Additional recreation includes a steam room, a fitness center, and two tennis courts.

Rooms

All apartments at Pacific Blue Resort are self-contained with fully equipped kitchens and laundry facilities, providing a home-like base for extended stays. Room choices range from studio layouts to one, two, and three-bedroom apartments, many with private balconies overlooking the lagoon. Select swim-out apartments offer direct access from the balcony into the main pool.

Location

The resort is positioned across from Salamander Bay Shopping Centre, giving guests easy access to supermarkets, dining, and a bowling alley. Salamander Bay Beach and Corlette Beach are within a 5-minute drive, ideal for water sports and coastal walks. Nelson Bay Marina, with its whale-watching cruises and restaurants, is a short 5-minute drive from Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort.

Family-Friendly Accommodations

Families benefit from a dedicated children's wading pool adjacent to the main lagoon, allowing safe splashing for younger guests. Swim-out apartments let kids step directly into the pool from their own terrace, while parents relax on nearby loungers. The three-bedroom apartments with private plunge pools offer additional space and privacy for larger family groups.

Dining & Entertainment

The on-site Laguna Blu restaurant opens for dinner, serving wood-fired pizzas made from fresh dough and a range of main courses. A cocktail happy hour is held by the pool at sunset, complementing the relaxed evening atmosphere. Breakfast is not currently offered at the resort, but nearby cafes and shops within walking distance provide alternative morning options.

• Pool: Australia's largest lagoon-style swimming pool
• Rooms: Self-contained apartments with full kitchens and laundry
• Swim-out rooms with direct pool access
• Recreation: Heated lap pool, tennis courts, steam room
• Family: Children's wading pool and spacious multi-bedroom apartments

Licence number: PID-STRA-22225,PID-STRA-22350