Port Stephens: 2-, 3-, or 7-Night Getaway for Two or Four People at Oaks Pacific Blue FROM $319

The Hotel: Oaks Pacific Blue Resort

Take some time out and head to Port Stephens for a beautiful, indulgent escape at Oaks Pacific Blue Resort. Surrounded by tropical gardens, the resort features a pristine island lagoon pool with heated outdoor spa areas. An on-site restaurant features culinary sensations for all appetites, and a spa retreat allows for relaxing pampering. Nestled between the picturesque darlings of Nelson Bay and Salamander Bay, Oaks Pacific Blue Resort is just a hop, skip, and a jump away from shops, beaches, marina, and the Nelson Bay township. Guests can savour lazy days in a hotel room or one- or two-bedroom apartment, complete with pristine, modern designs and an open plan outlook. All accommodation feature either kitchenette equipment or full kitchens, so guests can prepare some home-made meals and snacks.