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Reviews of Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

562 Gan Gan Road, 2316 One Mile, Australia

#1 of 7 hotels in One Mile

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 780 hotel reviews

9.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.6

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    9.4

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    9.0

  • Free Wifi

    8.8

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  • Reviewed: September 8, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Family with young children
    • Studio Room Plus
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I liked everything

    Seeing koalas...what else!!! Also listening to wildlife and frogs singing at night.

    Stayed in September 2025

  • Reviewed: August 5, 2025

    10
    Beautiful surroundings, sweet koalas, very helpful staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One Bedroom Suite Plus
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    At check-in, staff provided us with a file containing very useful information on the sanctuary and on things to do outside of it, colour coded by area. It unfortunately rained most of our stay, but even an umbrella was provided. The guided tour was lovely and very informative. There are games in the laundry room For long winter evenings.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: July 18, 2025

    8.0
    Will return, excellent family break.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Wifi and TV very poor Breakfast very ordinary

    Location, excellent. Koalas, hospital, talks, walk, really exceptional Cooking facilities, very good, Access to koala watching excellent

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 18, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Glamping Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not anything to dislike

    Great setting , staff great and the Koala

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 17, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio Room Plus
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Although very close to the beach it’s not an easy walk to the beach. More variety for breakfast needed.

    Lovely surrounds, good sized clean rooms.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 17, 2025

    10
    Great room with amazing staff and facilities
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One Bedroom Suite Plus
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Such an amazing place with so many koalas on site.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 17, 2025

    10
    Wonderful and we will be back
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One Bedroom Suite Plus
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Some play equipment would be helpful or more gluten free eat and drink options so we could remain on site in cooler months

    Would be preferred if gluten free options were available on site

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 16, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Studio Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The surrounds were lovely, very peaceful

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 13, 2025

    9.0
    Excellent place for kids, and animal lovers. Very close to Nelson Bay for seasonal whale watching.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Glamping Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    One of the beds was a bit uncomfortable.

    We will be back to visit again, for sure.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 11, 2025

    10
    Beautiful and so comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Studio Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Signs were too small ( ie print was too small) so hard to read. Hard to find cabin in the dark. Also found it difficult to get assistance to find the cabin as the person attending to any of my issues was not on site, and seemed to know little about the site and where the rooms were.

    Everything was brilliant! Comfortable, clean and well provisioned. Loved the tour.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: June 8, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    .

    Friendly staff, comfortable, clean

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 1, 2025

    10
    Excellent quality accommodation close to Port Stephens
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing!

    Excellent quality accommodation close to Port Stephens. The star attraction was the koalas of course but we stayed in a very comfortable apartment, super quiet and soundproofed, very safe, very clean, lots of facilities, but above all excellent hosts. They were incredibly kind and helpful so we really enjoyed our stay with them, many thanks!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: May 20, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio Room Plus
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We really loved the nature setting of the property. Stepping outside to such a beautiful space every morning was amazing. The staff were friendly and helpful, and of course visiting the koalas was a special experience.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: May 15, 2025

    10
    Amazing accommodation in a wonderful setting.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Glamping Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We loved the location and the accommodation. The breakfast hamper was really lovely and exceeded our expectations. The staff were so helpful and informative during the whole of our stay.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 3, 2025

    8.0
    So glad I visited, and that my stay helps more koalas
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Studio Room Plus
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Fridge too small Lack of cooking ability It’s a kitchenette only - but I precooked before my arrival- but that’s why a bigger fridge would have been nicer - though it wouldn’t fit the space . With so much rain no way to dry clothes and shoes . Three days was just right then moved to a hotel for a longer stay in the area

    Super comfy bed, Clean room, super helpful staff and even workers in the area . Great tour in info Gluten free banana bread and options for breakfast The extra night offer as three nights was perfect Kookaburra calls pre sunrise

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: April 27, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Glamping Tent
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    -Glamping tents allocated is a bit of a walk from parking, especially when it is raining with kids in tow. -Mosquitoes... But other than these two points, the accommodation far exceeded my expectations re: glamping. Very comfortable inside the tent.

    Clean and well maintained (clean shower and toilet, clean pool and surrounding areas). comfortable room and beds, with aircond, fan. Thoughtful and generous breakfast basket, including free bottle of sparkling, juices, milk and yoghurt.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 26, 2025

    10
    One of the most unbelievable places in the world that we have ever stayed! What an amazing experienc
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Glamping Tent
    • Stayed 1 night

    Everything!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: April 25, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One Bedroom Suite Plus
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Cleanliness of the bathroom

    Location Quite Breakfast

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 24, 2025

    9.0
    Great experience and lovely stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One Bedroom Suite Plus
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We loved that we had full access to the Sanctuary and my boys loved visiting the Koalas every morning.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 21, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • One Bedroom Suite with Bathtub
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The Sanctuary tour was outstanding! The staff were incredibly friendly, and the overall experience was truly memorable. I’ll definitely be coming back!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 20, 2025

    10
    Lovely stay at the Koala Sanctuary when!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio Room Plus
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Shower controls.

    We loved being able to see the koalas with fewer people around. The koala morning tour was extremely informative and we learnt a lot. The park is very nicely laid out with lovely planting. It is all beautifully kept with no litter and we found it very relaxing. Our accommodation was comfortable and very clean. The breakfast pack was very welcome . Our room was spacious and functional. The shower’s controls were slightly difficult to manage. The staff were all very hospitable and knowledgeable. We would highly recommend staying at the Koala Sanctuary when visiting the area.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 18, 2025

    10
    to be repeated. We have already spread the word to others
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Set within a koala sanctuary - the experience was incredible!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 16, 2025

    9.0
    A weekend amongst the gum trees. Very relaxing.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Studio Room Plus
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was such a fun experience for our 4 year old. The continental breakfast items were a really nice touch. The rooms are clean and comfortable. The pool area is lovely and the resort itself is surrounded by trees and nature which makes for a very relaxing stay.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: April 11, 2025

    9.0
    It was simply the most peaceful and relaxing experience we will be back again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One Bedroom Suite Plus
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Atmosphere location

    Stayed in April 2025

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