Blue Dolphin is on the Clarence River in Yamba, a 1.5 hour-drive south of Byron Bay. It is surrounded by lush gardens and has a private boat ramp and parking. Blue Dolphin Holiday Resort offers a variety of comfortable accommodation, including waterfront villas and family cabins. Each unit has a fully-equipped kitchen and open-plan living and dining area. Some villas have a spa bath. The resort features 2 pools and a children’s playground. You can go fishing on the riverfront. By car, Yamba is 1.5 hours north of Coffs Harbour and 2 hours south of the Gold Coast. Brisbane is a 3-hour drive.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
4 single beds
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
3 single beds
1 double bed
and
2 bunk beds
1 double bed
and
3 bunk beds
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
3 bunk beds
Bedroom 3:
1 double bed
1 double bed
and
1 bunk bed
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
4 bunk beds
1 double bed
and
2 bunk beds
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.3
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
5.6
Low score for Yamba
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Caroline
    Australia Australia
    The activities and facilities for kids is excellent.
  • Josiah
    Australia Australia
    Great resort with everything included so there was no need to leave the resort!
  • Brianna
    Australia Australia
    It was a pleasure to stay and relax after a long drive for one night. Heaps of adventures to wear the kids out.

Managed by Mathew Mitchell

Company review score: 9.2Based on 760 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Yamba is the perfect place to holiday, with the famous surfing reserve Angourie just around the corner. Yamba offers endless beaches, the Clarence River and many great restaurants and Cafes to keep you satisfied!

Property information

Blue Dolphin Holiday Resort is the ultimate family holiday destination situated on the sandy shores of the Clarence River in Yamba, NSW amongst 15 acres of lush landscaped gardens. Two resort pools, superb fishing on the river or private boat ramp, playgrounds and kids activities keep you as busy as you want to be! Accommodation to suit every budget range from waterfront 2 bedroom spa villas or family friendly cabins to fully self contained units. With 150 sites, choose from our spacious waterfront ensuite sites with you own private bathroom to unpowered grassy sites. The perfect place to relax, unwind and enjoy your holiday.

Neighbourhood information

Family friendly laid back lifestyle

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Australian
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Blue Dolphin Holiday Resort
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities
  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Private bathroom
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Live music/performance
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
  • Water park
  • Evening entertainment
  • Water sport facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Entertainment staff
  • Mini golf
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Darts
  • Table tennis
  • Billiards
  • Children's playground
  • Games room
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Baby safety gates
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Indoor play area
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Minimarket on site
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
2 swimming pools
Pool 1 - outdoorFree!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Heated pool
  • Shallow end
  • Swimming pool toys
  • Pool bar
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Fence around pool
Pool 2 - outdoor (kids)Free!
  • Open all year
  • Suitable for kids
Wellness
  • Kids' pool
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Water slide
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

Blue Dolphin Holiday Resort takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00

Check-out

Until 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

2 years
Cot upon request
AUD 3 per child, per night

Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Mastercard Visa Eftpos Cash Blue Dolphin Holiday Resort accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests arriving outside reception opening hours are kindly requested to inform the hotel in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.

A deposit is payable upon arrival and will be refunded on departure.

Guests under the age of 18 years are only allowed to check in with a parent or official guardian.

Please note that there is a 2% charge when you pay with a credit card.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

This property has identified that it does not require a short-term rental license or registration

FAQs about Blue Dolphin Holiday Resort

  • The prices at Blue Dolphin Holiday Resort may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Yes, Blue Dolphin Holiday Resort is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Blue Dolphin Holiday Resort offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Children's playground
    • Billiards
    • Games room
    • Table tennis
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Mini golf
    • Darts
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Water park
    • Evening entertainment
    • Swimming Pool
    • Happy hour
    • Entertainment staff
    • Movie nights
    • Bicycle rental
    • Live music/performance
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Live sport events (broadcast)

  • Check-in at Blue Dolphin Holiday Resort is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Blue Dolphin Holiday Resort has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant

  • Blue Dolphin Holiday Resort is 1.3 miles from the centre of Yamba. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.