Coffs Harbour Accommodation

Coffs Harbour, in New South Wales, is known for its warm waters and marine life. The majority of Coffs Harbour accommodation consists of beachfront holiday houses and apartments, with easy access to the beaches, restaurants, and other major attractions of this resort town.

What to eat in Coffs Harbour

No doubt you’ll want a cosy cafe or welcoming restaurant to relax in at the end of a long day. Coffs Harbour provides a wide range of tasty food and filling meals, with something to please everyone. Whether you’re gasping for a freshly-brewed coffee or fancy a breakfast of stacked pancakes, you are sure to be satisfied.

Urban Cafe lives up to its name with its hip, sleek interior and menu bursting with fresh and hearty fare. Start the day right with the Aussie Breakfast. The cafe also sits on the jetty, so not only is it conveniently located, but you’re guaranteed great views whilst you feast. You can also bring your pooch along to sit outside with you.

If you like your meals fresh and local, then why not try SeaSalt Jetty’s popular fish and chips? Fish fresh from the sea, covered in crispy batter served alongside a portion of chips - what better way is there to end your day? Enjoy your meal in the welcoming interior or take it out and watch the sun set majestically on the ocean.

The Best Beaches in Coffs Harbour

Park Beach is Coffs Harbour's most popular beach, thanks to its ideal surfing conditions and the presence of Surf Lifesavers in certain sections. Park Beach has a playground for children, and is close to a number of restaurants and shops.

Jetty Beach is ideal for families as the marina breakwall protects the beach from larger ocean swells, making this a safe place for young swimmers. The jetty is another lovely spot for an evening walk.

Located north of town, Moonee Beach has an estuary which is popular with visitors. It also offers great surf conditions, and plenty of fishing spots. There are plenty of shady spots for those looking to cool off from the sun.

Digging deeper into Coffs Harbour's heritage

If you fancy doing something at a slower tempo, then Coffs Harbour also has plenty of cultural gems, from museums to galleries and art factories. After fun-filled days spent walking and taking in the views, why not immerse yourself in learning more about the area's fascinating history?

Coffs Harbour Regional Museum is well worth a trip during your stay. Get hands on as you learn about maritime history as well as discovering more about the miners, farmers and pioneers who lived and worked here. Set in an old courthouse, it sits right in the town’s centre, so there’s no excuse not to have a sneaky look.

For the more creatively inclined, there's the Coffs Bunker Cartoon Museum, where you can enjoy all things cartoon related. Alongside regular exhibitions, they also offer exciting workshops for children and run drawing competitions for all ages. Best of all, the museum is set inside a former World War Two bunker.

Embrace your inner child

There’s no chance your family will want to stay inside during a stay at Coffs Harbour. Whether they love swimming, ocean life or getting up close and personal with nature, there really is a huge variety of family friendly activities, both near and far.

Dolphin Marine Magic delivers exactly what is promises - a touch of marine magic. Experience the magic of swimming alongside seals and watch live shows with aquatic mammals including dolphins. Other activities include face painting, reptile world and the chance to take part in the Animal Care Tour, learning about conservation and protecting wild animals.

If you want to go all out, then Big Banana is the place to go. Filled with slides, pools and even ice-skating, its a one-stop family entertainment paradise. Just 4km away from Coffs Harbour, the park is set amongst a banana plantation which accounts for its attention-grabbing name, while there's also a fun banana theme throughout. It’s the perfect day out for the whole family.

The Best Beaches in Coffs Harbour

Park Beach is Coffs Harbour's most popular beach, thanks to its ideal surfing conditions and the presence of Surf Lifesavers in certain sections. Park Beach has a playground for children, and is close to a number of restaurants and shops.

Jetty Beach is ideal for families as the marina breakwall protects the beach from larger ocean swells, making this a safe place for young swimmers. The jetty is another lovely spot for an evening walk.

Located north of town, Moonee Beach has an estuary which is popular with visitors. It also offers great surf conditions, and plenty of fishing spots. There are plenty of shady spots for those looking to cool off from the sun.

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