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Zala - whale watching with beautiful Ocean views 🌊☀️

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An aerial view of a beach with clear turquoise waters and a wide sandy shore. - Zala - whale watching with beautiful Ocean views 🌊☀️ (Anna Bay)
A modern two-story house with a balcony, a garage, and a well-maintained lawn. - Zala - whale watching with beautiful Ocean views 🌊☀️ (Anna Bay)
A bedroom with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of a green landscape and the sea. - Zala - whale watching with beautiful Ocean views 🌊☀️ (Anna Bay)
A room with a large window overlooking a parking area and a view of the ocean. - Zala - whale watching with beautiful Ocean views 🌊☀️ (Anna Bay)
A modern kitchen with a large island, built-in appliances, and a view of the outdoors. - Zala - whale watching with beautiful Ocean views 🌊☀️ (Anna Bay)
ZALA is a tranquil retreat in Anna Bay, where you can unwind with the soothing sounds of waves and ocean views from your king bed. The sweet little beach, rock pools, and National Park are just steps away.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 460 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Zala - whale watching with beautiful Ocean views 🌊☀️

  • ZALA is Anna Bay's modern coastal guest house with breath taking views over the ocean tucked away in the prettiest quiet pocket of Anna Bay. Sleep soundly listening to the waves and enjoy your morning coffee watching the whales all from the comfort of your king bed. The property has uninterrupted views of the ocean, headland and National Park with the sweetest little beach and rock pools a few steps away. The space has been created to unwind, relax and feel right at home.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 646 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please ensure the air conditioning is turned off
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

The responsible renter must be at least 25 years of age, guest under 25 are of course welcome but must be accompanied by a parent of guardian.
Zala guest house is located in a very peaceful, quiet residential area. Noise must be turned down by 10pm.
No BYO BBQ, Charcoal BBQ or Fire Pit of any kind.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 2316, PID-STRA-41473

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Located in Anna Bay, this apartment is by the ocean. Horizons Golf Resort and Nelson Bay Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tomaree National Park and Worimi Regional Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Toboggan Hill Park and Salamander Super Strike. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding. Visit our Anna Bay travel guide
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Anna Bay, NSW

What's nearby

  • A sandy beach with a wooden pathway leading to the ocean.
    Tomaree National Park
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A coastal landscape with rocky outcrops, sandy beaches, and a distant lighthouse.
    Birubi Beach
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • A beach with a shipwreck, clear blue water, and a distant shoreline.
    Stockton Beach
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • A beach with waves, a rocky area, and a white fence.
    Newcastle Beach
    57 min drive - 65.1 km
  • Worimi Regional Park
    5 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    25 min drive

Restaurants

  • Satra Coffee Co.
    10 min drive
  • Crest Birubi Beach
    12 min walk
  • McDonald's
    10 min drive
  • Soul Origin
    10 min drive
  • Anna Bay
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Zala - whale watching with beautiful Ocean views 🌊☀️ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Zala - whale watching with beautiful Ocean views 🌊☀️?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Zala - whale watching with beautiful Ocean views 🌊☀️?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Zala - whale watching with beautiful Ocean views 🌊☀️ located?

This family-friendly Anna Bay apartment building is located by the ocean, within a 15-minute walk of Tomaree National Park, Birubi Beach, and Stockton Beach. Worimi Regional Park and Boat Harbour Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Zala - whale watching with beautiful Ocean views 🌊☀️ Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Peter K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place, lots of light, amazing view, very clean and comfortable, many thoughtful details and wonderful hosts. We had a great stay and hope to be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brian D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We throughly enjoyed our stay the Zala property in Anna Bay, NSW.This property is very conveniently located to the local beaches and the Anna Bay/ Port Stephens downtown area(s).The property was spotless and our host was super helpful! She thought of everything!Great for a week or weekend stay for two people.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Giulia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay at Zala with spectacular views, natural lighting, high tech appliances and cooling, stunning bathroom for the perfect shower or relaxing bath. Location right next to rock pools for a swim and walking.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Top notch !!! from the host, to the view, to the accommodations, to the location. Best vacation! Thank you Zala hosts for an amazing experience!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A fantastic location with a beautiful coastal walk to Birubi headland and beach. Views from a picture window out to the ocean. The facilities could not be faulted. Thank you Aimee and family.
Ride the camels on Birubi beach - every day except Wednesday.
See the racehorses being trained along the Birubi beach each morning.
Ride through one of Australia's most stunning landscapes, the Stockton Sand Dunes are 32km long and the largest shifting sand dunes in the southern hemisphere.
Birubi Beach is popular with the locals for walking their dogs before 9am and after 5pm each day.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful ocean views

We had a great stay at Zala and hosts Aimee and Adam were great and easy to communicate with. Check-in was seamless, the property was well presented and clean. Amazing space with views of the ocean. Zala really does have everything you need for a family getaway. We really didn't want to leave.Thanks guys, we'd love to visit again soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gary T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beachside Getaway

Zala was immaculately presented in a fantastic location. The attention to detail regarding instructions for all appliances, general house knowledge and things to see and do whilst staying there was exceptional, I would highly recommend a stay here. Great job Aimee & Adam
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jane R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice neat property with everything you need !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Yahya D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly recommend

We had the best time and experience staying at Zala. Very clean, very comfortable location was beautiful. Aimee was amazing very welcoming and went above and beyond to ensure our stay went well. We sure will be back soon
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tuyen hung T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Near the beach and in a quiet location. It was close to camel riding and also the sandboarding area. 20mins walk or 8 minutes drive. Very neat and tidy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Diana Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay, very highly recommend

Our stay at Zala was amazing the accommodation was very clean, well organized, beautifully located and very private. The decor was very nicely done and gave us a very welcoming / homely feel. The host went above and beyond to ensure our stay was a nice one. We highly recommend Zala, to anyone visiting Anna Bay. I know we will be back 😉 Thanks again for the great memories we will have for life…. Priceless
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Peter J.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Zala

Very Good
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jackie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Zala - beautiful property, amazing views

Outstanding property, beautifully furnished and everything you need at your finger tips. Amazing views from every window, across the road to the water and walking distance to Birubi beach and cafe. Ducted air-con was amazing after a hot day outside. Owners extremely helpful as well as providing bonus chocolates, milk, eggs and a stocked essentials pantry. A brand new build - you would struggle to find anything wrong with this home.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Moussa A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

R P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024