Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort, Salamander Bay
About the Hotel
Oaks Port Stephens Pacific Blue Resort is situated in Salamander Bay, New South Wales. This resort features one of the largest swimming pools in Australia, with rooms that provide direct access to the pool area. Additional amenities include a spa, multiple tennis courts, and self-contained accommodations.
Location
Oaks Pacific Blue Resort is positioned conveniently near Salamander Bay Shopping Centre and various local attractions. It is approximately 2.5 hours' drive from Sydney and 35 minutes from Newcastle Airport. Public transport options and taxis are available to facilitate travel to nearby attractions, enhancing accessibility for guests.
Rooms
Oaks Pacific Blue Resort offers a range of self-contained apartments, including one, two, and three-bedroom options, all equipped with kitchen and laundry facilities. Every unit features modern amenities such as air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and views of the lagoon pool. Select apartment types provide direct access to the pool, enhancing convenience for guests during their stay.
Eat & Drink
Dining at Oaks Pacific Blue Resort encompasses a variety of options, including a restaurant and bar on site. Guests have access to grocery delivery services to their apartments for home-cooked meals. The resort is also conveniently located near several dining establishments and cafés in Salamander Bay and Nelson Bay, providing additional culinary choices.
Leisure & Business
The leisure facilities at Oaks Pacific Blue Resort comprise three heated pools, including a dedicated children’s wading pool and a heated jacuzzi. Tennis enthusiasts can utilize the two available courts, while golf enthusiasts have access to nearby golf courses. For those traveling for business, meeting spaces are available as well as complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property.
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Getting around
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Paid Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness center
- Tennis court
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Children
- Cribs
Spa & Leisure
- Heated swimming pool
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Sauna
- Jacuzzi
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Washing machine
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- CD player
- AM/FM alarm clock
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel offers convenient room access surrounded by pool water, which is great for pool lovers. However, there were no amenities provided in the room. The service felt like a holiday experience, but there was a disappointing incident with a soiled towel. The location is ideal for short stays and families, close to shopping centers and attractions. The dining experience was average, with room for improvement. Overall, the facility provides a good experience with some hiccups to consider.
The hotel surprised us pleasantly with a clean and comfy room but disappointed with some missed cleaning and a fishy smell. The service had its ups and downs, with friendly staff but some disappointments and unhelpful moments. The location was great for relaxation and family gatherings, close to amenities and with a nice pool. The dining was satisfactory but had room for improvement. Overall, a mixed experience with highlights and drawbacks.
My stay at the hotel was fantastic! The rooms were beautiful, comfortable, and clean. The staff was very friendly and helpful, especially when we needed to change rooms due to strong deodorizer. The location was convenient, right next to a large shopping center, although more loungers and umbrellas would have been great. The dining experience was a bit disappointing, with limited options, but they made up for it with self-service food choices. Overall, a great value for money.
The hotel offers comfortable rooms with easy access to common areas but lacks basic provisions like tea bags and cleaning supplies. The service was a mixed experience with quick issue resolution but also incidents like poo on towels. The location is convenient for shopping and dining but may require driving. The dining options were disappointing, with limited choices and disturbances, yet the Korean food stood out. The hotel facilities are average.
The hotel is conveniently located, close to essential amenities and the sea. The rooms require some maintenance and cleaning improvements, so it's advisable to inquire about recent updates before booking.
The room at the hotel was quite spacious and clean, but there were some noticeable issues like big cracks through the wall, chipped bathroom mirrors, broken sliding door to the pool, and a leaking aircon. It was still a little dirty upon arrival, which was not ideal considering the size of the room.
The hotel offers well-equipped rooms with full cooking facilities and balconies overlooking the lagoon pool; however, there were delays during check-in and some noise disturbances could be minimized. The location is great for exploring nearby attractions but might feel a bit secluded. Dining options could be improved for the price charged.
The hotel provides comfortable rooms and a convenient location. The friendly staff enhances the experience, but dining options could be improved. Overall, it offers good value for money with some maintenance issues to consider.
My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The rooms, although clean and comfortable, were not ready for check-in at 2 o'clock, which was a bit frustrating as we had made afternoon plans. They did smell strongly of cleaning products, but overall, they were decent. Service varied from unfriendly at check-in to exceptionally helpful and friendly throughout the stay. The location was convenient to shopping centres and beaches, with a mall nearby. The dining options left something to be desired, being overcrowded and with limited choices. Despite some hiccups, the hotel offered good facilities and amenities.
The hotel had some issues with maintenance affecting our stay, but the friendly staff and convenient location made up for it. While the rooms felt a bit unclean and dated, the pool area and swimout room were fantastic highlights. The dining experience left much to be desired with long waits and lack of variety in the menu.
The hotel had its ups and downs. The rooms were tiny and not well-maintained, but the service was welcoming. The location was a mixed bag, and the dining experience left much to be desired.
