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The Whale

Property class: 4.5

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A resort pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a view of the ocean.
A room with large windows, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors.
A dining area with a view of a body of water, a table set with dishes, and wicker furniture.
A poolside area with lounge chairs, a palm tree, and a view of the ocean.
A bathroom with a circular window, a wooden bathtub, and a stone floor.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$702
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec

Explore the area

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102 Wagonga St.,, Narooma, NSW, 2546
  • Place, Narooma Visitors Centre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Narooma Golf Club
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Narooma Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Moruya, NSW (MYA)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for The Palm Room

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a balcony with a view of the pool and greenery.

The Palm Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Mountain View Room

A bedroom with a bed, pillows, a view of a balcony, and a window.

Mountain View Room

  • Partial ocean view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Inlet Room

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, chair, and a view of the outdoors.

Premium Inlet Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 43 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Double Seagrass Room

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a balcony with a view of the pool and greenery.

Double Seagrass Room

  • 43 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Oceanview Penthouse

A bedroom with a large window overlooking a scenic view, a bed, a seating area with chairs, and a small table.

Oceanview Penthouse

  • Ocean view
  • 143 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

About the area

Narooma

A luxury stay in Narooma awaits you at The Whale. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find Narooma Wharf and Narooma Visitors Centre. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free breakfast (local cuisine). .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the sauna and pool loungers as well as access to free bike hire. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Narooma hotel include Wagonga Inlet and Narooma Golf Club.

What's nearby

  • Narooma Wharf - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Narooma Visitors Centre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Narooma Golf Club - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Bar Rock Lookout - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Narooma Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Moruya, NSW (MYA) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Raven Grill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Narooma Ice Creamery Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Montague Coffee - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Bound To Earth - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Narooma Golf Club - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Whale

The Whale offers its guests an outdoor pool, a sauna, and complimentary bicycles. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the luxury The Whale. Free self parking is available.

This 4.5-star Narooma hotel is smoke free.

  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • Local cuisine
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Whale offers 19 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and complimentary slippers. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 56-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and blackout curtains. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 56-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: AUD 500 per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Whale?

Yep, The Whale has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at The Whale?

As of 8 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Whale on 8 Dec 2026 start from NZ$702, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to The Whale?

Yep, The Whale is a short 14-minute walk from Narooma Beach.

Does The Whale have a pool?

The Whale has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What makes The Whale a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Whale.

Is The Whale family-friendly?

No, The Whale is an adults-only property.

Does The Whale serve breakfast?

Yeah, free local cuisine brekkie is offered daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Whale?

No, The Whale does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Whale?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Whale?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Whale?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at The Whale?

There isn't one on site, but Narooma Golf Club is a short 10-minute walk away.

The Whale Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staycation highly recommend for a sweet coastal getaway!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel I’ve stayed in Australia
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whale Narooma was exceptional in every way quality at its best . We have stayed at many places here and abroad. This has to be the best experience thus far . We will definitely be back .
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026