"House has nice rainforest garden and big verandas. Comfortable inside. Very quiet & peaceful environment. Great location. Close to national park walks & beach. Koala visible in gum tree!Generally clean, but bathroom waste bin half full of previous tenants’ rubbish. Cockroach in dinnerware cupboard. Women’s underpants underneath bunk beds. How to enter upstairs unit not explained by letting agent. No obvious signage."
"NRMA Southe West Rocks was fantastic. The kids loved the pirate ship water park and pool area. The school holiday entertainment was great. The grounds and facilities were amazing for the kids and it made it relaxing for the parents as they were always entertained."
Aracalm house & pool-dog friendly inside.linen provided. 500m to amazing beaches
10/10 Excellent
" We had a wonderful stay and couldn’t have asked for a better place for the weekend. The house was absolutely beautiful, perfectly presented, and had everything we needed. The pool was a real highlight and made our stay extra relaxing. The space was comfortable, clean, and felt like a true home away from home. We would happily stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing and enjoyable getaway."
Wi-Fi* Linen Included* Open Plan Living* BBQ* Pet Friendly
4/10 Poor
"Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The property has the potential to be a dream stay, but unfortunately it feels quite neglected and in need of some TLC.The windows and fly screens were very dirty and clearly haven’t been cleaned for a long time. There is no air conditioning and, despite checking beforehand, none of the bedroom fans were working. I had read a review from April 2025 mentioning the same issue and specifically asked about it prior to booking, so it was disappointing to arrive and find this hadn’t been addressed. The weather was hot and humid, which made sleeping very uncomfortable. My son slept outside because it was way too hot in the bedrooms. The clothes airer was broken and kept collapsing, the towels were very old, and there wasn’t even a tea towel provided. We were given only one hand towel and a worn bath mat for the whole group.That said, there are some positives — the lounge furniture is comfortable, the open-plan kitchen is lovely, and the shower is good. With proper maintenance, working fans (or air conditioning), and better basic supplies, this could be a beautiful place to stay.At the moment, however, it doesn’t match the expectations set in the listing."
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Trial Bay Gaol during your travels in Arakoon. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.
You can find out about the history of South West Rocks with a trip to Smoky Cape Lighthouse. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Explore the great outdoors at Brighton Park, a lovely green space in South West Rocks. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Gap Beach is located in Arakoon. You'll find 311 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
Where is the best place to stay near Gap Beach?
NRMA South West Rocks Holiday Park is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 outdoor pools and a free water park. It's located 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Gap Beach. Other good choices within 5 miles include Seabreeze Beach Hotel and Costa Rica Motel.
How many hotels will I be able to find near Gap Beach?
Expedia has 311 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Gap Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Gap Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near Gap Beach.
What can I see and do near Gap Beach?
Sights like Smoky Cape Lighthouse and Trial Bay Gaol highlight some of the local culture. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Arakoon National Park and Brighton Park. Little Bay Beach, Horseshoe Bay Beach, and Main Beach - Trial Bay are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay.