Sandy Beach Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Big Banana Coffs Harbour showing outdoor art as well as a family

Big Banana Fun Park

See where the Australian “Big Thing” craze began and snap a photo in front of this Coffs Harbour landmark. Check out the rides and slides at the adjoining fun park.

Big Banana Fun Park
Coffs Jetty Pier

Coffs Jetty Pier

Explore the waterfront in Coffs Harbour with a trip to Coffs Jetty Pier. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Coffs Jetty Pier
Coffs Harbour Marina which includes boating and a marina

Coffs Harbour Marina

As one of the most scenic spots in the whole of Coffs Harbour, this bustling marina with its many cruise activities is an attraction not to miss.

Coffs Harbour Marina
Woolgoolga Beach

Woolgoolga Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Woolgoolga Beach during your travels in Coffs Harbour? Wander the waterfront and gardens while you're in the area.

Woolgoolga Beach
Coffs Harbour featuring a beach, swimming and general coastal views

Jetty Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Jetty Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Coffs Harbour. Wander the waterfront in this family-friendly area.

Jetty Beach
Guru Nanak Sikh Temple

Guru Nanak Sikh Temple

After visiting Guru Nanak Sikh Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Coffs Harbour. Wander through the beautiful beaches and waterfront in this relaxing area.

Guru Nanak Sikh Temple

Activities

Family Fun with C-Change Adventures

Sunset Kayak Eco Tour with Marine Scientist

AU$60
per adult
Sunset Kayak Eco Tour with Marine Scientist
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Our pick of the best Sandy Beach Hotel Deals

Stay at this stunning home in Sandy Beach, walk to the beach

Stay at this stunning home in Sandy Beach, walk to the beach

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Stay at this vacation home in Coffs Harbour. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Emerald Beach and South West Solitary Island ...
4/10 (1 review)
"Beautiful home especially if your in for a low budget holiday , communication with the manager was great could do a little better with the cleaning as we had some dirty sheets and uncleaned floor"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

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Stay at this stunning home in Sandy Beach, walk to the beach
Opal Cove Resort

Opal Cove Resort

3 out of 5
Opal Blvd - Pacific Hwy, Korora, NSW
The price is AU$190 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$190
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Coffs Harbour. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Staff were helpful and friendly short walk to the beach everything you need at the resort."

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

Opal Cove Resort
Pacific Bay Resort

Pacific Bay Resort

3.5 out of 5
Cnr Pacific Hwy And Bay Drive, Coffs Harbour, NSW
The price is AU$148 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$148
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Coffs Harbour. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Good stay at Pacific bay resort
"Excellent stay, bed was good wwith fridge, coffee and tea in room, all good. Shame about the noisy family next door, otherwise I can highly recommend the resort, and so much to do including walkable beach."

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2025

Pacific Bay Resort
Ibis Budget Coffs Harbour

Ibis Budget Coffs Harbour

2.5 out of 5
1A McLean Street, Corner Pacific Highway, Coffs Harbour, NSW
The price is AU$81 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$81
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Coffs Harbour. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
6/10 (1,011 reviews)
"You get what you pay for, close to the highway and window lock not working properly so the noise was really bad, felt like I was trying to sleep on the highway!"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Ibis Budget Coffs Harbour
Charlesworth Bay Beach Resort

Charlesworth Bay Beach Resort

4 out of 5
10 Bay Drive, Coffs Harbour, NSW
The price is AU$173 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
AU$173
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Coffs Harbour. Enjoy free parking, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Clean and tidy. Very comfortable for short trip"

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

Charlesworth Bay Beach Resort
Zebra Motel

Zebra Motel

3.5 out of 5
27 Grafton Street, Coffs Harbour, Coffs Harbour, NSW
The price is AU$163 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$163
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Coffs Harbour. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (744 reviews)
Great quiet location 5 mins to town
"Stayed here by myself whilst husband playing golf. Felt very safe alone. Quiet and comfortable queen bed. Good size bathroom with seperate shower not over a bath. Good choice of amenities even got shaving cream on tap! Microwave toaster and kettle. Great location walked to shops in town. 30 mins ..."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

Zebra Motel
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Other neighbourhoods around Sandy Beach

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Emerald Beach

Emerald Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Emerald Beach and Solitary Islands Marine Park.

Emerald Beach
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Woolgoolga

Woolgoolga is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Woolgoolga Beach and Solitary Islands Marine Park.

Woolgoolga
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Safety Beach

You'll enjoy the beaches and golf courses in Safety Beach. You might want to make time for a stop at Solitary Islands Marine Park or Woolgoolga Golf Course.

Safety Beach
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Moonee Beach

While visiting Moonee Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Sapphire Beach and Solitary Islands Marine Park.

Moonee Beach
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Mullaway

If you're spending some time in Mullaway, Mullaway Beach and Solitary Islands Marine Park are top sights worth seeing.

Mullaway
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Arrawarra Headland

While visiting Arrawarra Headland, you might make a stop by sights like Solitary Islands Marine Park and Garby Nature Reserve.

Arrawarra Headland

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