Anchorage Port Stephens

Anchorage Port Stephens - A waterfront Hamptons-style resort with marina views, spa facilities, and award-winning dining

Set in Corlette, Anchorage Port Stephens overlooks Port Stephens' marina and the bay, offering an array of accommodations ranging from Garden Rooms to split-level lofts and private villas. Most rooms provide full or partial water views, some with furnished terraces, freestanding baths, or direct garden access. The property houses two restaurants-Wild Herring, serving sustainable seafood, and The Galley Kitchen, featuring locally sourced seasonal menus-alongside Moby's Bar, which specializes in whisky and cocktails with nautical-themed interiors. Guests can unwind at Spa Lucca, which includes steam rooms and organic treatments, or relax at the Poolside Bar with marina vistas. The hotel is a 30-minute drive from Newcastle Airport and near Corlette Beach (0.5 km), with Gan Gan Lookout (3 km) and Nelson Bay (3 km) within easy reach.

Pros

Multiple room categories, including private villas and lofts, cater to groups and families.

Wild Herring, a seafood restaurant, has won Best Seafood Restaurant in Regional NSW twice.

Spa Lucca features organic treatments, a steam room, and an exclusive relaxation lounge.

Positioned directly on the marina with scenic views of Corlette Beach and Port Stephens.

Cons

Some rooms lack unobstructed water views, offering garden or pool outlooks instead.

The nearest shopping center, Salamander Bay, is a 2 km drive.