Switch on the out-of-office. Anchorage Hotel & Spa Port Stephens is the luxury coastal escape you need this winter, with 2 nights from $599.

Escape to your own private haven this winter at the magical Anchorage Hotel & Spa Port Stephens. Just a short 2.5-hour drive from Sydney will instantly activate holiday mode. With its effortless Hamptons luxury and unrivalled natural surroundings, a stay at The Anchorage will have you forgetting those winter blues, and at a fraction of the cost of an overseas trip to Europe.

It’s always a good time to visit Port Stephens, but it’s extra special in winter. Corlette’s white sand is a barefoot stroll from Anchorage. The Tomaree Coastal Walk, one of the best day walks in NSW, is infinitely more pleasant without 34-degree heat. The skies are clear, the light is golden, and somewhere off the headland, humpback whales are moving through on their annual migration north.

The deal you need to know about

This winter, elevate your stay with Anchorage’s Seasonal Serenity package, available until 31 August 2026. From $599 per couple for a two-night stay, it’s designed to make every detail feel effortless and considered and includes:

  • A complimentary glass of sparkling on arrival
  • A bottle of red wine in your room
  • $50 dining credit per night at The Galley Kitchen or Moby’s Bar
  • A sunset drink per adult, per night at Moby’s Bar
  • Daily sparkling wine breakfast buffet
  • Late checkout at 12pm
  • Complimentary parking

From slow mornings overlooking the marina to golden-hour drinks by the bay, everything is designed to help you settle into the rhythm of coastal living.

Packages are limited allocation and non-refundable once booked — meaning once the rooms are gone, they’re gone. Book the Seasonal Serenity package here.

Two reasons to go in July specifically

If you’re planning a winter escape, July brings two beautifully curated experiences to complement your stay.

Christmas in July at The Galley Kitchen is a cosy, festive occasion. Begin with mulled wine and cheese on arrival, then settle into a beautifully styled space transformed for the season. A Christmas-inspired menu brings comfort and celebration to the table, ideal for long dinners shared with friends, family, or a winter getaway by the water. Available nightly throughout July from 5:30pm, $90 per person. Book Christmas in July

For a taste of Europe, Bastille Day offers a five-course French dining experience in The Galley Kitchen with a glass of Veuve Clicquot on arrival, canapés, a bespoke Executive Chef menu, and live French music through the evening. Tuesday 14 July, $169 per person. Book Bastille Day

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